DesmondBROWN(Known widely as acclaimed actor DESMOND BARRIT) Suddenly after a short illness at Homerton Hospital, Hackney on 21st March 2026, age 81.
Desmond leaves partner of 44 years Byron Johnson of Hackney, step-brother Michael Whitefoot of North Cornelly and a multitude of friends and theatre folk who held him in great affection.
Burial at Oystermouth Cemetery (woodland section) 2:15 pm on Monday 20th April. Meet beforehand at 12.30 Swansea Grand Theatre for a Celebration of Life. Please wear colourful clothes.
Family flowers only: donations in lieu to The Royal Theatrical Fund (trtf.com).
All enquiries to John Edwards Funeral Directors. 5 Cwmbath Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7AH. Tel: 01792 771232.
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