The War Graves of Ystradgynlais

Frank Phibben lived with his in-laws in Abercrave and worked in the colliery before the war. He was killed in action in April 1918 whilst serving with thee King's Shropshire Light Infantry.

The information on Frank Phibben has been compiled from a number of sources, including the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, from the Labour Voice newspaper, and the Parish Burial Register (courtesy of the Swansea Archives).

From the Labour Voice newspaper, 18th May 1918:-

YSTRADGYNLAIS NOTES
Official intimation has been received that Private Frank Phibben was killed in France on 22nd April. He had been in the army for three years and saw service at the Dardanelles. He leaves a widow, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Williams, Penrhos, and three young children, to mourn their loss. Private Phibben was a faithful member and Sunday school worker at the English Congregational Church where he will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held next Sunday evening, when the Rev. Edward Vaughan will officiate.

From the Labour Voice newspaper, 25th May 1918:-

FRONT PAGE
At the English Congregational Church, on Sunday evening, tribute was also paid to the memory of Private Frank Phibben, Wilts. Regiment, whose death we reported in our last issue. The Rev. Edward Vaughan bore eloquent testimony of the energy of the deceased with all branches of work in connection with the Church, and especially with the young people. "The Dead March" was played by Miss Williams.