Dad-of-three Iwan Gwyn used to play for Pwllheli Rugby Club and often returned home to Wales during his years living abroad
A dad-of-three from Wales has died in a jet ski accident in Ghana.
Ex-rugby player Iwan Gwyn, 49, was killed in an incident involving a jet ski near an island off the coast of the capital Accra.
Project director Mr Gwyn, from Llanaelhaearn in Gwynedd, had lived in the West African nation for more than nine years prior to the tragedy on December 30.
Mr Gwyn, who worked for the Italian construction firm Barbisotti, moved to Africa after a period working in Dublin.
His brother Dafydd said his sibling had a “strong bond” with Pwllheli Rugby Club for whom he played and remained close thereafter, going on a number of trips abroad over the years.
“He also played football for Nefyn and played squash in the North Wales league and would very much enjoy coming home regularly to see family and old friends,” Dafydd said.
He added: “Iwan leaves his wife Annie and his three children Ben, Megan, and Laura.
“Arrangements are being made for Iwan’s return from Ghana. The family would like to thank everyone who has been in touch to express their sympathies during this very sad time. ‘Fydd colled enfawr ar ei ol’.”
Another tribute from Pwllheli Rugby Club read: “Tragic news reached the club about the sad loss of ex-player and supporter of the club Iwan Gwyn.
“Iwan died in a jet ski accident far away in Africa where he lived and worked. I can only send my sincere condolences from my family and all involved at the club. Another example of how unfair life is.
“Cysga’n dawel Iwan. RIP Iwan.”
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