An Ammanford legend who has been part of residents’ daily commute for over a decade has passed away.

Over the last 11 years, Coley the Collie has been a part of the Penybanc community sitting in the side of the road watching passers-by between 5.45pm and 6.45pm every day putting a big smile on people’s faces.

Some tooted their horn when they drove past, some stopped to pet him, and some felt comfort when they spotted him because they knew they were nearly home.

Owners Lesley and Phil Owen, along with their two sons Joshua and Kieran Jones, have been left heartbroken by the loss of their four-legged friend and would like to let residents know that Coley sadly passed away on July 15.

Owner Lesley said: “Coley meant so much to us and made so many people smile. People used him as a landmark.

“He had so much fun watching everyone pass by and bark at certain cars.

“He’d be down the Gower walking miles and playing with his tennis ball until he was exhausted but come rain, hail and even in the snow, poor Phil couldn’t eat his tea in peace until he’d taken him to his favourite spot on the pavement in Penybanc.

“Coley was so intelligent he ran my household.

“I hope I can prepare the parents to prevent all the children being disappointed when Coley will no longer be waiting on the side of the road.

“We are lost without him but happy he had such a wonderful life and had so many children around him.”

The family would like to express their gratitude to everyone who has been kind to them since the passing of Coley.

Lesley posted a photo of her beloved pooch on Facebook to share the sad news and received many comments from her friends.

One said: “He was such a character. I used to love seeing him lying on pavement enjoying watching the cars go by.

Another added: “Ammanford has lost a legend and even a satnav. People used to use Coley as directions. Take some comfort in knowing how loved, popular and entertaining he was.”

The family would also like to thank Sleepy Hollow Pet Crematorium in Cross Hands.

Lesley said: “Mike and Pauline were so sympathetic and went above and beyond to support us in our grief.

“When they asked where we were from their faces dropped and said, “please don’t say he’s the dog in Penybanc”.

“They came to Ammanford every Saturday night for a takeaway and felt they knew him.”