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Elizabeth Thomas

'Proper gentleman' stall owner who worked at Cardiff Market for over 70 years dies aged 85

The family of a Cardiff Market stall owner, who had worked there for over 70 years, has paid tribute to him after his death. Clifford Jones had worked at CLJ Electrics on the top floor of Cardiff Market since he was 15-years-old before going on to own it.

His family say Clifford, also known as 'Cliff, became a much-loved figure by customers and stall holders alike due to his gentlemanly nature. He sadly died on May 26 2022 aged 85.

His son, Lez Jones, 63, said that his father was "well known throughout the market" and well-liked because he was "a proper gentleman." Clifford - who stood at 5ft2 - started working at the market when he was a teenager, before completing his national service in the Malvern Hills.

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