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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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Was privileged to be part of the very special service in Swansea today,Monday 17th August. Love and sympathy to all Bonnie's,Gaynors family
Kate Cross Penllergaer
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17/08/2026
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Deepest condolences to her husband and family, thank you for for sharing her beautiful farewell with all xx Cysga'n dawel xx
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17/08/2026
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A global star and beautiful person, loved by all who knew and met her. R.I..P Gaynor.
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Adrian Goodyear
17/08/2026
Dearest Gaynor [Bonnie]

You gave us so many wonderful memories both personally and professionally. My personal favourite is this.

I was kindly invited to an after show party in the early 90's to which you also attended.

Upon your entrance as the announcer welcomed you, in that very moment you tripped on your heel due to the deep pile rug and with quite a thud, came the face plant!

We all gasped with concern but in your formidable style, you immediately rose like a rose and with a shake of your hair and shoulders, you just laughed it off and announced 'there you then, Bonnie's here'!

You picked up a glass of champagne and carried on like nothing had happened which was met with raised applause = a raised glass to the class act your were on every level!

I was lucky to meet you a few times and you were always grounded, real and so very kind to all us folk that had the genuine pleasure of meeting you.

Personally, its such a sad thing knowing your away now Bonnie. I purchased every CD but I always kept in cool when meeting you but - always a little star struck because I loved your music since the first time I heard Lost In France and Heartache as a little 7 year old lad and Band of Gold, that was a banger on repeat as were so many others

A great human - diolch and nos da you beautiful Hero' with thoughts and love to Robert, your family, friends and cherished ❤️

Cariad...Ade
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Adrian Goodyear
17/08/2026
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Sam Taylor - Welsh Strongwoman
17/08/2026
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So sad of the loss of a true Welsh icon who was loved by millions around the world. Your music will live on forever and I will never forget you sweet Gaynor/Bonnie. Sleep well bright eyes. My heart goes out to Robert and her family at this heartbreaking time, condolences to you all
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