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The obituary notice of Dr Simon Gregory BOTT (Professor Of Chemistry At Swansea University)

Swansea (Abertawe) | Published in: funeral-notices.co.uk. Notable areas: Llanelli

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Dr Simon GregoryBOTTOn Wednesday 11th February 2026, Simon passed from this life and went home to be with the Lord. After a diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease, he had battled the illness for 11 months, and was happy to spend his final days in his home with his family. The family grieves his loss terribly, but with the hope that they will see him again someday.

Simon was the loving husband of almost 30 years to Angie, father of Alexandra and Connor, father-in-law to Barak, Grandad to Clara, Evie and Desi, and brother to Adrian, Paul and the late Julian.

Simon spent a long and illustrious career as a University Professor of Chemistry, and influenced the lives of countless, students, colleagues and friends. His presence will be sorely missed and he leaves a remarkable legacy after only 63 short years.

The funeral service will take place on Saturday 28th February 2026, where a public service will be held at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, the Kingsway, Swansea at 12:15pm, followed by committal at Llanelli Crematorium at 3:00pm.

Family flowers only, by request, donations, if so desired, can be made in memory to the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA) or Ty Olwen at Morriston Hospital, Swansea via funeral-notices.

All enquiries can be made to David Monk-Roberts, Funeral Director, Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Cockett, Swansea. Tel: (01792) 581924
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I thank Simon for all that he has given me. The feeling of belonging, the space to talk, the space to doubt and the space to not only grow my knowledge but as a person too. As a clueless 17-year old who aspired to go to university, I'm beyond grateful to have been given him to guide me. I couldn't have asked for anyone else, I feel truly so lucky. He has left me in the hands of some truly great people, but I wish he was still there to turn to. I know in faith that he is, so I look forward to how he will guide me in the future. Simon, I know you'll be watching, and I hope the pride you had in me will only continue to grow. Thank you for feeling like family and all you have done. I'll make sure you're legacy lives through me, in all your quirky ways!
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01/03/2026
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Professor Simon Bott. You were one of the very greatest men to ever grace not only the field of chemistry but our planet in general. I will always be grateful to you for inspiring me and pushing me to be the best that I can. Rest well now, and know that we will carry forward all of the lessons that you have taught us. In the end, you became a hero, to myself and to so many others. Rest well now, and know that we will carry forward all of the lessons that you have taught us.
Benjamin Brown
28/02/2026
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Benjamin Brown
28/02/2026
Professor Simon Bott. You were truly amazing. You have inspired me and so many others to pursue the subject you so passionately taught. And more than that. You gave everybody a chance, and brought out the very best in us. You had my back and gave me the chance when nobody else would, and I will always be grateful to you and hope that what I have achieved made you proud and made your faith in me worth it. The world has lost one of the most amazing men I have ever known. Rest well now. We have all got it from here, and will carry on in your memory and honour.
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28/02/2026
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Professor Simon Bott. You were truly amazing. You have inspired me and so many others to pursue the subject you so passionately taught. And more than that. You gave everybody a chance, and brought out the very best in us. You had my back and gave me the chance when nobody else would, and I will always be grateful to you and hope that what I have achieved made you proud and made your faith in me worth it. The world has lost one of the most amazing men I have ever known. Rest well now. We have all got it from here, and will carry on in your memory and honour.
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28/02/2026
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Simon was a massive help in my chemistry education, he was always available to help and had great enthusiasm for every topic.

I’ll always remember how he helped me to understand solubility constants, when I was struggling.

A great man, who will be sorely missed
Dom Conway
28/02/2026
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I knew Simon as an exceptional teacher and mentor who remained fully committed and dedicated to his profession until the very end. It is rare to come across someone like him. May his noble soul rest in eternal peace.
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28/02/2026
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