These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices for the Valleys and Bridgend made between May 26 and June 1 on WalesOnline. To see a full list of family announcements, visit this section of the WalesOnline website where you can search by name, date, and location. You can also post your own announcements and notices there.
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Donald Anderson
Peacefully on Thursday 18th May 2023 at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Donald aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Marlene, much loved father of Siân, Martin, and Richard, and cherished grandfather of George, Oliver, Clara, Isabella, Francesca, James, Ayesha, Aneira and Alexander and great-granddaughter Beatrice Rose. Donald will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral to take place on Wednesday 7th June 2023 at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 11:45am. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given at the service for St David's Hospice Care at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr. All enquiries to Caerphilly Funeralcare (Inc. Ivor Evans & Son) on 02920 883107.
Neil Butcher
Suddenly on Saturday 20th May 2023 Neil of Pyle Road, Pyle beloved husband of Lorna, dearly loved father of Meg and Lucy, much loved grandfather of Talen, a dear brother of Philip, Janet and Meryl. Funeral service and cremation at Margam Crematorium on Friday 9th June 2023 at 2.30pm. No black, casual clothing to be worn. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Sarcoma UK c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend CF33 6DB. Tel 01656 740491.
Keith Harding
Suddenly and peacefully on 15th April 2023 after a long illness Keith of Edmondstown Road, he will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral 8th June 2023 service at Williamstown funeral home at 11.15 a.m. followed by interment at Trane Cemetery at 12 noon. Floral tributes if desired may be sent to the funeral home.
Patricia Hughes
Passed away peacefully at Anwen Care Home, Blackmill, Bridgend on Thursday 4th May, Patricia, beloved wife of the late Vernon, dearly loved mother of Jonothan, Tim and the late Jane a much loved mother-in-law of Sue and Kath, and a cherished grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral on Friday 2nd June. Service and cremation at Coychurch Crematorium, at 1.15 p.m. Where friends please meet. Family flowers only by request, donations in lieu if desired to Bridgend Carers Centre, (Donations can be made by cheque, made payable to the charity) c/o Penybont Funeral Services, Meadow St., Bridgend. Tel 01656-650831.
Andrea Ryan (nee Locke)
(nee LOCKE) Peacefully on 18th May 2023 at home Andrea of Aberhondda Road, Porth. Beloved wife of Stratford, loving Mam to Stuart and Sian. Devoted Nan to Mia and Tyler and a much loved sister to Jeffery. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 14th June 2023 service at Williamstown Funeral Home at 11.00 a.m. followed by Committal at Glyntaff Crematorium at 12 noon. Floral tributes if desired may be sent to the funeral home.
Jean Williams
Peacefully on 22nd May 2023, after an illness patiently borne, Jean of Daleside, Bryncethin. Beloved wife of the late Gwyn, loving mother of Andrew and partner Jackie, sister of Janice and brother-in-law David plus dearest auntie to all of her nieces and nephews. Will be sadly missed by all her friends and family. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday 7th June 2023 at Coychurch Crematorium at 2:15pm. Any enquiries, please contact Co-op Funeralcare Bridgend, 19 Coychurch Road, Bridgend Tel 01656 653156.
In Memoriams
Clare King
Clare, it's been eleven long years, still miss you, still want to hold you, still want to kiss you. Love you always, Mam and Dad. xx
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