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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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Will miss you and such a wonderful talent with amazing tunes and lyrics sung by such a Beauty ( I still have your posters I hung on my wall inn70s)
Hope the Angels of LOVE and CARE will follow you for ever .
Always will play your songs and great voice RiP Gaynor (Bonnie) ❤️😘
Graham Ottley Barnie
29/07/2026
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Graham Ottley Barnie
29/07/2026
When l heard the sad news that you had passed away. It broke my heart. As l thought you would recover from your recent illness. And get back to doing what you love. Being on stage and singing your heart out. But that wasn't too be. I love listening to your music and your songs. Especially total eclipse of the heart. Holding out for a hero. It's a heartache. And bitterblue. I know you're music and song's touched millions of hearts. Including mine. They will live on forever. I know you had vocal problems earlier on in your career. But that raspy voice you had became your signature. When you sing l hear the raw emotion in your voice. It's so unique. We will never forget you. We love you. You will always be in my heart forever. I still listen to your music. Good night Beautiful Bonnie. You're in heaven now. Spread your wings. Fly high. And sing with the Angels. Rest in peace Bonnie/Gaynor. From Helen. In Bedford. Bedfordshire.
Helen stanbridge
29/07/2026
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Helen stanbridge
29/07/2026
Forever in our hearts, voices and souls. RIP our Welsh legend,
OUR Hero.
“Rest your iconic voice now, whilst the angels take care of you”….
Welsh Swansea born fan, Sharon Clement
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28/07/2026
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28/07/2026
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28/07/2026
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Tu legado y tu música vivirán siempre en nuestros corazones. Gracias por marcar el camino y por ese valioso recordatorio: ser feliz y jamás dejar de avanzar. I think you'll be reunited with a loved one whom you never got to meet but could still feel. You always be in our hearts. From Madrid, España. Rocío P. Requena
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28/07/2026
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