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A FAMILY CONCERN WITH A CONCERN FOR FAMILIES. Funeral Director
Andrew Akins
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Welcome to Cockwell's Funeral Service

A FAMILY CONCERN WITH A CONCERN FOR FAMILIES

Our funeral service in Port Talbot have been helping the people of the town and the surrounding area's with their funeral arrangements for over 135 years. We strive to offer a compassionate and comprehensive service,
available at all times to those of every faith and background. If you have been bereaved and require the skill and professionalism of a competent, long establish Funeral Service, call us today.

01639 884585

We are an Independently Family run Funeral Service. Independent Funeral Directors, 24 hour personal service. HERE FOR WHEN YOU NEED US MOST

As your funeral directors, we are here to help and advise you in whatever way we can. We provide a personal service to you, looking after you and your loved ones 24 hours a day 365 days a year
It is a privilege to be a funeral director, to be in a position knowing that our services will help you through the most difficult time of your lives. Cockwells Funeral Service is an independent Funeral Service owned and run by Andrew Akins

Our funeral parlour is located in Railmill Lane at the rear of Hazelwood Terrace, Cwmavon. It has ample parking and good access for the disabled. The interior is warm and calming, there is a private room where you can sit and discuss your funeral requirements, or if preferred this can be done at your home. Cockwell's Funeral Service;
The longest established funeral directors in Port Talbot.

21/10/2025

KRIS O'BRIEN
Sadly passed away on Thursday 2nd October,
Kris from Wildmill, Bridgend.
Kris will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Funeral service Thursday 30th October at Margam crematorium 11.15am
Wear bright colours in memory of Kris.
No floral tributes by request.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins Funeral Director.

17/10/2025

CARL ROBERT PYE
Sadly passed away on Tuesday 30th September,
Carl of Bryn, Port Talbot.
Loving son to Joan.
Much loved father to Jayme and Andre, father in law to Bethan and Vicky.
Adored grampa to Bronwyn.
A dearly loved nephew and cousin.
Carl will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service Monday 27th October at Margam crematorium 12.00pm.
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Carl to Y Bwythyn Newydd, Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

17/10/2025

THELMA PATRICIA MARTIN
Sadly passed away on Saturday 4th October,
Thelma of Newbridge Road, Port Talbot.
Beloved wife of the late Cliffe.
Much loved mother to Sharon and Neil, mother in law to Fintan and Caroline.
Adored granny to Michael, James, Maria, Taylor, Ioan, the late Jordan and to all her great grandchildren.
A dearly loved sister, sister in law and auntie.
Thelma will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
Funeral Wednesday 29th October, service in Margam crematorium 12.15pm followed by burial in Margam cemetery 1.00pm.
Flowers and further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

15/10/2025

TERESA CAMPFIELD
Sadly passed away on Sunday 5th October,
Teresa of Ruskin Avenue, Port Talbot.
Cherished wife of the late Bernard.
Devoted mother to Lizzy, Caroline, Carl and Jamie.
Mother in law to David and Hayley.
Adored Nanna Yoda to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A dear sister, sister in law and auntie.
Teresa will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
Funeral service Thursday 30th October at Margam crematorium 12.45pm.
(Black attire not essential, wear a touch of pink).
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Teresa to
Maggie's, Swansea, Singleton Hospital, Sketty Lane, Sketty, Swansea SA2 8QL
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

14/10/2025

ROBERT HAYDN MATTHEWS
Suddenly passed away on Sunday 28th September,
Robert of Seaward Close, Sandfields, Port Talbot.
Beloved husband to Lisa.
Adored father to Gavin, Lisa, Danielle, Liam and Benji the dog.
Cherished grampa to Courtney, Kalam, Katie, Ruby, Harry, Archie and Elsie,
Great grampa to Arlo and Layla.
A dearly loved brother to Julia.
A dear father in law, brother in law, uncle and cousin.
Robert will be greatly missed by all his family, neighbours and friends.
Funeral service Friday 24th October at Margam crematorium 10.00am.
Following the funeral service, all are invited to join the family at The Seaside Social & Labour Club.
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Robert to
Me Myself and I, Neath & Port Talbot,
Giant's Grave Rd, Briton Ferry, Neath SA11 2ND.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

13/10/2025

DAVID LARKMAN
Sadly passed away on Tuesday 30th September,
David of Byass Street, Margam, Port Talbot.
Loving husband to Linda.
Much loved father to Marie, Jenny, Leanne and the late Chris. Father in law to Kevin, Dale and Paul.
Adored ganko to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A dearly loved brother, brother in law and uncle.
Dai will be greatly missed by all his family, friends and neighbours.
Funeral service Friday 24th October at Margam crematorium 1.45pm.
(Please wear a touch of red in memory of Dai)
Following the funeral service all are invited to join the family at The Aberavon Liberal Club.
Flowers and further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

01/10/2025

BRYAN WILLIAMS
Sadly passed away on Thursday 18th September,
Bryan of Pentre Afan, Baglan Moors, Port Talbot.
Dearly beloved husband of Barbara.
Much loved father of Bryan and Anne, father in law to Rosa and Derek.
Adored grampa to Richard, Matthew, Beth and their partners. Cherished great gramps to Jasmine, Morgan, Camden, Liberty, Leo, Maddison and Ellis.
A loving brother to Gwyneth and the late Roland and Barry.
A dear brother in law and uncle.
Bryan will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service Monday 13th October at Margam crematorium 1.45pm.
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Bryan to Neath, Port Talbot Cancer Challenge c/o Joan Landeg, 22 Addison Road, Port Talbot.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

01/10/2025

MARJORIE HANLEY
Sadly passed away on Sunday 14th September,
Marjorie formerly of Auburn Avenue, Port Talbot.
Dearly beloved wife of the late Peter.
Much loved mother to Linda and the late Michele.
Mother in law to Anthony.
Cherished Nan to Andrew, Kristian, Stuart, Robert, Aaron and to all her great grandchildren.
A dear auntie.
Marjorie will be sorely missed by her family, carers and friends.
Funeral Tuesday 7th October leaving her home in Auburn Avenue 10.00am for service at Margam crematorium 10.30am,.
Family flowers only, further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

24/09/2025

THOMAS BRYTHON ROBERTS
(SHEP)
Sadly passed away on Wednesday 9th July,
Shep of Romney Road, Port talbot.
Devoted partner of Amelia.
Father of Sian, Nicola and Lisa.
Grandfather of Jodie, Damien, Kyle, Nathan, Ashton and Maddison.
Brother of Emlyn and uncle to Ceri, Leanne and Gareth.
Shep will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Funeral service Thursday 9th October at Margam crematorium 11.15am.
The funeral cortege will be leaving from the Labour Club, at 10.50am and travelling through Romney Road.
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Shep to The British Heart Foundation.
All are invited to join at The Labour Club after the funeral to celebrate Shep's life.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

24/09/2025

SILVIO COPPOLA
(J.R. Freemans & VOSA)
Sadly passed away on Tuesday 9th September,
Silvio of Water Street, Port Talbot.
Beloved son of the late Domenico and Anna.
Much loved brother to Franga and Joseph, brother in law to Alyn. Uncle to Michelle, Mark and the late Domenic, great uncle to Domenic, Sonny and Frankie.
Silvio will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Funeral service Saturday 4th October at Margam crematorium 10.15am.
A webcast of the service will be provided.
Webcast Login PIN 601-1742
https://www.wesleymedia.co.uk/webcast-view
Following the funeral service all are invited to join his family at The Cwmavon Social Club, (Waun Club), Cwmavon.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins Funeral Director.

20/09/2025

KEITH EVANS
Sadly passed away on Friday 5th September,
Keith of Rupert Hallowes Court, Port Talbot.
Loving husband to Carol.
Cherished father to Simon, Sian, Joanne, Gavin and Jonathan and his fur babies Lilly, Poppy and Bella.
Father in law to Angela, David, Jonathan, Laura and Karynne. Adored grampa to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dearly loved brother to Julie. A dear brother in law and uncle.
Keith will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service Thursday 25th September at Margam Crematorium 12.45pm
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Keith to Ward R Morriston Hospital.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

16/09/2025

CLARE LOUISE MAGES
Suddenly passed away with great sadness on Monday 1st September whilst on holiday in Marmaris, Turkey, Clare of Pant Y Blawd Road, Llansamlet and formerly of Cwmavon, Port Talbot.
Devoted and cherished mam to Grace.
Much loved daughter to Pam and Eric.
Loving sister to Richard and sister in law to Natalie.
Special auntie to Charlie and Jack.
Loved by Alun.
If you knew her you loved her, the kindest soul with the biggest heart.
Clare will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends.
Funeral service Friday 3rd October at St' Samlet's Church, Llansamlet 11.00am followed by burial in the church cemetery.
Following the funeral service all are welcome to join her family at Morriston Golf Club, 160 Clasemont Rd, Morriston, Swansea SA6 6AJ to continue to celebrate Clare's life.
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Clare to The District Nurses, Resource Centre, Port Talbot.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

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Chapel Of Rest, Railmill Lane, R/O Hazelwood Terrace, Cwmavon
Port Talbot
SA129DW

Telephone

+441639884585

Website

http://www.cockwellsfuneralservice.co.uk/

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ANDREW AKINS - FUNERAL DIRECTOR

A FAMILY CONCERN WITH A CONCERN FOR FAMILIES. Our funeral directors in Port Talbot have been helping the people of the town and the surrounding area's with their funeral arrangements for over 135 years. We strive to offer a compassionate and comprehensive service, available at all times to those of every faith and background. If you have been bereaved and require the skill and professionalism of a competent, long established Funeral Director, call us today. 01639 884585 Independently Family run Funeral Service. 24 Hour Personal Service

HERE FOR WHEN YOU NEED US MOST

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