These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices for the Valleys and Bridgend made between March 10 and March 16 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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Sarah Jane Bird
Peacefully on 21st February 2023, in hospital, Sarah of Church Village: beloved wife of Gareth, devoted mother of Johnie and Charlie, loving daughter of Tricia, and a much loved sister, auntie, niece and godmother. Sarah will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 21st March, service Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 2.00pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Friends of Y Bwthyn c/o W.H. Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Tel:01443 223368.
Joyce Doreen Care
Passed away peacefully at Dorset County Hospital on the 21st February 2023 aged 92 years. Joyce formerly of Llansantffraid Rectory, Aberkenfig. Beloved wife of the late Richard, much loved mother of Andrew and Paul, loved mother in law, grandmother and great grandmother. Joyce will be loved and missed by all her family and friends. Joyce will be resting at David Wilde Chapel of Rest, Mawdlam until the funeral on Thursday 30th March 2023 at 11.45. Service at Llansantffraid Church, Aberkenfig, Bridgend. Family flowers only, donations can be made if desired to - The Llandaff Widows Orphans and Dependants Society, The Diocesan Office, The Court, Coychurch, Bridgend, CF35 5EH. All enquiries to Emma Evans Funeral Director 01656 740070.
Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Dark
(Betty) Sadly passed away in the University Hospital of Wales on 11 February 2023. Loving wife to Frank and devoted mum to Michael. Funeral to be held at St Illtud's Church, Llantwit Major on Monday 20 March at 12:45pm followed by cremation at Coychurch Crematorium at 2:15pm. A wake will be held at The Kings Head, Llantwit Major after the service. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Betty can be made to Ty Hafan www.tyhafan.org/donate.
Ronald George Doney
Suddenly passed away on 8 February at The Grange Hospital surrounded by his family, aged 89 years. Devoted husband of the late Joan, much loved Dad to Kay and Ann, and Father In Law to Bryan, he will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. He will be resting at Caerphilly Funeral Services, Parc Avenue, Crossways until the service in Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 3:30 pm on Tuesday 7 March. Donations in memory of Ron may be made to Aber Valley Male Voice Choir and Padstow RNLI.
Monica Jean (Jean) Evans
(Jean) Peacefully on 5th March at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, Jean, aged 78 years, of Llanharan, and formerly of Bedw Farm, Tonyrefail. Dearly beloved wife of Ron, cherished mother of Ian and Gwyn, dear mother-in-law of Christine, loving Nanny of Dean and Shelley, Geraint and Amanda, and Gareth, great-grandmother of Jacob and Evelyn, and sister of John and Jacky. Jean will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Friday 24th March. Service and cremation at Coity Chapel, Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 11am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be made to Cancer Research Wales c/o Mel & Ron Watkins Funeral Services, 2, Hilda House, The Square, Pencoed, Bridgend, CF35 5NP. Tel: 01656 860545.
Richard William Gibb
Sadly on Saturday 18th February 2023, Richard of Colwinston, Vale of Glamorgan. Beloved husband of Cynthia, dearly loved father of Tom and Jeff, father-in-law of Lucy and Niamh, much loved grandfather of Penny, George and Amelie. Funeral service at St Michael's Church Colwinston on Friday 24th March 2023 at 1.30pm where friends please meet, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to: justgiving.com/fundraising/richardgibb1. Further enquiries to Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill Bridgend, CF33 6DB Tel: 01656 740491.
Mary Jeannette Griffiths (nee Roderick)
(nee Roderick) Peacefully on 24th January, in hospital, Jeannette of Park View, Penygawsi, Llantrisant; beloved wife of the late Wally, loving mother of Cadwaladr, Gareth and Delyth, dear mother-in-law of Karen and Chris, and a much loved Nan to Emma and partner Ryan, Amy and husband Scott, and great-grandmother to Hallie and Heidi. Jeannette will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral on Monday 20th March, service at Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 11.00am. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Friends of Velindre c/o W H Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun, CF72 8PN. Tel. 01443 223368.
Philippa Mary Hart (Darley)
(Darley) Peacefully passed away on the 3rd of March 2023, at home with family aged 89. much loved Mother and Mother in law, adored Grandmother and a much cherished Great Grandmother and Auntie. Funeral Mass on the 22nd March 2023. St Joseph's Church New Zealand Road at 14.00pm followed by the cremation at the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 15.30pm. Family Flowers only by request. Donations in memory of Philippa may be made to Alzheimer's Research uk For all enquiries telephone Caerphilly Funeral Services Parc Avenue Funeral Home Telephone: 02920862100.
Kenneth John (Kirby) Herbert
(Kirby) Peacefully at his home on Friday 24th February 2023 Kirby of Brynteg Avenue, Pyle. Beloved husband of Wendy, dearly loved father of Kearen and Andrew, much loved grandfather of Daisy a dear brother and brother-in-law. Funeral service and cremation at Margam Crematorium on Monday 20th March at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to The British Heart Foundation c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 9 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend CF33 6DB. Tel 01656 740491.
Martin Leslie Pritchard Jenkins
Peacefully on Friday 24th February 2023, Martin of The Green Avenue, Porthcawl. Beloved husband of Grace, dearly loved father of Lindsay, Nic and Judith, father-in-law of Jonathan and Elaine, much loved grandfather of Olivia, Alice, Jack and Harriet, a dear brother of the late Peggy. Funeral service and cremation at Margam Crematorium on Tuesday 21st March 2023 at 3.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to the Injured Jockey Fund (IJF) c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend CF33 6DB, tel 01656 740491.
Barbara Sheila Kelly
Bryn Du Road, Kenfig Hill. Beloved wife of Gary, dearly loved mother of Ross and Leigh and step-mother of Shaun and Amanda, a much loved mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. Funeral service and cremation at Margam Crematorium on Friday 17th March 2023 at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to The Salvation Army c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend CF33 6DB Tel 01656 740491.
Ada Marian Lewis
Peacefully on Tuesday 28th February 2023 at the Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend. Marian, dearly loved Mam and Grandmother and sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service Tuesday 21st March 2023, at Rosemount Funeral Home 10:00am, followed by Interment at Sarn Cemetery 11:00am. Flowers and enquires to Rosemount Funeral Home, 19 Coychurch Road, Bridgend, CF31 3AP. Tel: 01656 653156.
Brian Mills
It is with great sadness that the family announce the death of Brian Mills, of Groesfaen, on 24th February 2023, at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. Brian was a much loved and fabulous Husband of Gail, proud Father of Owain and Cennydd, Father-in-law of Joanne and a loving Bampy of Osian. Brian will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral Friday 17th March. Service and cremation at the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff at 3.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be made to the Stroke Association c/o Mel & Ron Watkins Funeral Services, 2, Hilda House, The Square, Pencoed, Bridgend CF35 5NP. Tel: 01656 860545.
John Ward Morgan
Passed away peacefully at the Princess of Wales Hospital on Friday 3rd March, John formerly of Coity Rd., Bridgend; beloved husband of Joan, devoted father of Sarah, Fay, Claire, & Paul, dearly loved father-in-law of Johanna, cherished grandfather of Ian, Kelly & Ryan and a much loved great grandfather of Jessica, Lucy, Rosie & Annabel. Funeral on Wednesday 22nd March. Service and cremation at Coychurch Crematorium, at 2:15 p.m. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to Alzheimer's Society c/o Penybont Funeral Services, Meadow St., Bridgend. Tel 01656-650831.
Sandra Ann Nottage
Peacefully on 23rd February 2023, in hospital, Sandra of Beddau: beloved wife of Brian, loving mother of Sharon and partner Steve, Dev and wife Alison, Louisa and Anthony, and much loved Gramma to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Sandra will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Friday 17th March, service at Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 1.15pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Friends of Y Bwthyn c/o W.H. Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN. Tel:01443 223368.
John Pearce
Peacefully on 2nd March 2023, at Llantrisant Care Home, John of Tynybedw Terrace, Treorchy: beloved husband of Joyce, dear stepfather of Claire and Frances, much loved Grandpa John to Ceri, Alun, Gethin and great-grandchildren Oliver, Elliott, Joseph and Teifi. John will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Thursday 23rd March, service at Glyntaff Crematorium, Pontypridd at 3.45pm. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired for Bridgend Dogs Trust c/o W.H. Preene & Son Mwyndy, Pontyclun, CF72 8PN Tel: 01443 223368.
Barry Christopher Thomas
Peacefully on Monday 20th February 2023, Barry of Bower Street, Kenfig Hill, beloved husband of Lindsay, dearly loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service and cremation at Margam Crematorium on Thursday 23rd March at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Eye Clinic, Bridgend (cheques payable to Cwm Taff Morgannwg University Health Board) c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend CF33 6DB Tel 016565 740491.
John Herbert (Jack) Webber
(Jack) Peacefully at his home on Wednesday 22nd February 2023, John of Pisgah Street, Kenfig Hill, beloved husband of the late Mary, dearly loved father of Kay, John, Laurie and the late Julie, a much loved father-in-law and loved grandfather of Luke and Alice. Funeral service and cremation at Margam Crematorium on Monday 20th March 2023 at 1.45pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Marie Curie c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend, CF33 6DB Tel 01656 740491.
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