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The obituary notice of Donald James (Don) GAPPER

Newport (Casnewydd), 18/11/1945 - 07/02/2025 (Age 79) | Published in: funeral-notices.co.uk.

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Donald JamesGAPPERPeacefully on 7th February 2025 at Tregwilym Lodge Nursing Home, Rogerstone
Donald James aged 79 years of Hendre Farm Drive, Ringland
Dearly loved Husband of Jen
Much loved Father of Keith and Kevin
Loved Father-in-law of Vicky and Debbie
Cherished Grandfather of Alannah and Megan
Great Grandfather of Baby Leo
Resting in the private Chapel of
Michael G Ryan Son and Daughters Ltd,
106-108 Malpas Road, City of Newport
Until Funeral Friday 14th March 2025
Service at Langstone Vale Crematorium Chapel 3pm
Prior to cremation
Flowers to the funeral home by 1pm
Donations would be appreciated for Dementia UK
and can be made here by clicking the link on this page
or placed in the donations box at the Crematorium Chapel
Following the funeral, all are welcome to join the family for light refreshments at the
Old Barn Inn, Magor Road, Newport NP18 2EB to share memories, pay tribute and celebrate Donald’s life

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24/03/2025
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This is from Anthony Shellam (Tiny). Knew Don since the 70's done alot with Don over the years. Especially when he was with Newport AA. It was nice was to see him again when you brought him over last. RIP Mr Gapper. Condolences to his wife and family. Will be missed by many.
Leanne Bill
24/02/2025
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First met Don when I was 12 years old,Taught me how to tie a hook property And catch fish with a little patience,Rip Mr Gapper
Ben Archer
24/02/2025
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Ben Archer
24/02/2025
Only met him a few times when he came over the pond with Lyndon lovely gentlemen and hadn’t lost his touch we set a rod up for him and he was straight into perch R.I.P Don condolences to his wife and family will be sadly missed by many

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24/02/2025
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24/02/2025
So deeply sorry to hear the passing of Don. He was such a lovely gentleman. He loved popping down the pond for a cup of tea with his carer and doing a bit of fishing. Always in our hearts. From Leanne, Ben and Tiny @Lliswerry pond.
Leanne Bill
24/02/2025
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Leanne Bill
24/02/2025
I had the pleasure of getting to know Donald at Spring gardens. He was such a lovely, kind gentleman . RIP Don
Linda Jones
20/02/2025
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