The family of Cynthia Cousins has announced her peaceful passing at home in Swansea on 8th May 2026 at the age of 87. Cynthia Cousins obituary (née Jewell) was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose funeral service will take place at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 29th May 2026.
Cynthia Cousins Swansea Death Notice
Cynthia Cousins, formerly Downing and née Jewell, passed away on 8th May 2026 at home in Swansea. She was 87 years old. Her death has left a profound void in the lives of everyone fortunate enough to have known her.
Described by those closest to her as a woman of immense love and quiet grace, Cynthia was the kind of person who made every corner of family life feel warmer simply by being present. She leaves behind a legacy that stretches across four generations.
Cynthia Cousins Family Tribute
Cynthia was the adored wife of Keith, and previously of the late Alan. She was a cherished mum to Clive and Lisa, and a loving mother-in-law to Andrew and Kim.
As a grandmother, Cynthia was, in her family’s own words, very special — a nan to Lucy and her partner Anthony. She was also a much-loved nannie to James, Alice, and Joseph, a great nan to Lauren, Millie, and Sylvie, and a great-great nan to Milo and Daisy.
She was also a much-loved sister, though she has been reunited now with her late siblings Clive, June, and Lyn.
Cynthia Cousins Funeral Details
The funeral service for Cynthia Cousins will be held at:
📅 Date: Friday 29th May 2026
🕦 Time: 11:30 am
📍 Venue: Swansea Crematorium, Swansea (Abertawe)
Family and friends are invited to attend and celebrate the life of a woman who gave so much of herself to those around her.
Remembering Cynthia Cousins of Swansea
Cynthia’s story is not one of public achievement in the traditional sense, something her family says will remain with them forever. She raised her children with care and steadiness, welcomed a growing family across eight decades, and remained a constant presence through every chapter of their lives.
The fact that her family spans five generations — from her children right through to great-great-grandchildren Milo and Daisy — speaks volumes about the love she cultivated and the home she built.
Cynthia Cousins of Swansea will be deeply missed. She was 87 years young in every way that mattered.
Tributes have continued to pour in from friends and relatives across Swansea as Cynthia Cousins is remembered for her warmth, kindness, and devotion to family.
More Swansea Evening Post Funeral Notices
The Swansea Evening Post is committed to honouring the lives of those lost across South Wales. You can read more Swansea obituaries and death notices on our dedicated remembrance pages.
Recent tributes include the touching memorial for Evelyn Dowling of Glynneath and the in memoriam notice for Martyn Huw Jones. To submit a funeral notice or remembrance tribute for a loved one in Swansea or South Wales, visit the Swansea Evening Post.
Cynthia Cousins — adored wife, cherished mum, very special nan, and beloved nannie. Forever in the hearts of all who knew her.

