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The obituary notice of Gaynor SULLIVAN MBE (Bonnie Tyler)

Mumbles Hill | Published in: South Wales Evening Post. Notable areas: Skewen (Sgiwen), Swansea (Abertawe)

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GaynorSULLIVAN MBEGaynor passed away tragically on 8th July 2026 at hospital in Portugal, aged 75.

Born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen on 8th June 1951, she was known professionally as Bonnie Tyler, a beloved Welsh singer whose powerful voice defined classics like "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero".

She rose from local club performances to global fame, earning an MBE, Grammy nominations, and a place in music history with her iconic raspy vocals and unforgettable ballads. She is remembered as a warm, generous artist whose music touched generations and continues to fill dance floors and karaoke booths around the world.

She is survived by her husband of more than 50 years, her beloved Robert. Gaynor was a dear sister of Marlene, Angela, Avis, Paul and the late Pauline and Lynn, much loved sister-in-law of Paul & Angela, Michael & Winnie, Gwyn, Jan, Teresa, Margaret and the late Billy. A devoted and wonderful 'Aunty Gaynor' to all her nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. The cherished daughter of the late Glyndwr and Elsie Hopkins.

Resting at William Pressdee Funeralcare, Mumbles until she returns to her home, Fernhill, on Saturday 15th August at 3.30pm - those who wish to pay their respects are invited to line Newton Road, Mumbles from 3.15pm.

A Celebration of Gaynor's life will be held at Swansea Minster (St. Mary's Church) on Monday 17th August at 12noon.

Gaynor will then return to her 'hometown', and travel through Skewen at approximately 1.20pm en route to a private family service of committal and farewell.

Family flowers only please. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly invites donations in support of two charities of which Gaynor was a patron: Noah's Ark Children's Hospital for Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4XW, or to Cerebral Palsy Cymru, 1 The Courtyard, 73 Ty Glas Avenue, Llanishen, Cardiff, CF14 5DX

Donations may also be made via the online version of this notice at funeral-notices.co.uk

Her legacy lives on in the timeless songs that made her a legend.
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God Bless and keep you safe Sweetheart....the star you were on earth now shines brightly from the sky above. You made us Welshies very very proud lovely girl and you will undoubtedly continue to do so my Darling...a truer and kinder person I have yet to meet. Rock the Heavens sweetie, it's their turn to hear you now.
Much love ❤️ Susanna
Susanna Cavallucci
18/07/2026
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Liebe Bonnie,

deine Musik begleitet mich schon, seit ich ein Teenager war. Deine kraftvolle Stimme, deine Leidenschaft und die Emotionen in deinen Songs haben mich von Anfang an fasziniert. Du warst immer meine absolute Lieblingssängerin.

Viele deiner Lieder haben mich durch verschiedene Lebensphasen begleitet und sind zu einem festen Teil meines Lebens geworden. Es war für mich etwas ganz Besonderes, deine Songs mit meiner Band zu covern. Jedes Mal konnten wir ein Stück der Energie und Begeisterung spüren, die deine Musik ausstrahlt.

Mit deiner einzigartigen Stimme und deinen unvergesslichen Songs hast du unzählige Menschen inspiriert – mich eingeschlossen. Dafür möchte ich dir von Herzen Danke sagen.

Deine Musik wird für mich immer einen besonderen Platz im Herzen haben.
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18/07/2026
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Annett
18/07/2026
Never forgotten.🎵🎶❤️
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Keren Arnold
18/07/2026
My deepest condolences!
Thank you so much Bonnie for your music and all the amazing memories. Almost not a day has passed since I was 12 years old without listening to your music and you helping me through all my ups and downs. You will be sadly missed! Rest in Peace! With Love, Miriam
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My deepest condolences!
Thank you so much Bonnie for your music and all the amazing memories. Almost not a day has passed since I was 12 years old without listening to your music and you helping me through all my ups and downs. You will be sadly missed! Rest in Peace! With Love, Miriam
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