These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements for Cardiff made between April 22 and April 28 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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Audrey Doreen Drew
Beloved wife of the late Albert ( David ). Dearly loved father of Susan and the late Brian Dear mother in law of Mervyn and Linda. Loving nanny of Matthew and Sara, Emma and Toby, Ragan and Lee and Kier. Great grandma of Calum, Millie, Logan, Keavy, Quade and Elora. A funeral service will be held on Monday 9th May in the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 2:45pm, followed by a Thanksgiving service at the Salvation Army Citadel, Canton at 4pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, would be appreciated to Dementia UK or British Heart Foundation via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/ 31-33 St Isan Rd Heath, Cardiff CF14 4LU 02920 524200
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Valerie Ann Gibson
Passed away peacefully on 24th March aged 89 years. Devoted wife of the late Ron Gibson. Much loved sister, auntie and friend. Val will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved her. Funeral service to be held on Thursday 5th May 2022 at Northern Cemetery, Thornhill Road, Cardiff at 1.30. Family flowers only please but donations would be appreciated to Parkinson's UK via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/ Green Willow Funerals 31-33 St Isan Road, Heath, Cardiff, CF14 4LU
Malcolm James Johns
(Mac / Mal) Passed away suddenly on 12th of April 2022, aged 75 years. Beloved father of Darren and Liam. Loving grandfather of Ryan, Ashlee, Robyn, Ieuan and Caitlin and great grandfather of Henry and Nova. Malcolm will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him. Resting at J Pidgeon and Son Funeral Home, Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff CF5 1BD until funeral service on Thursday 5th May 2022 at Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff at 2pm. Family flowers only.
Helen Jones
Passed peacefully on 1st April. Devoted wife to the late Cliff. Loving mother of Gary and cherished mother in law to Lisa. Proud grandmother to Amy and Sam. She will be sadly missed. A funeral service will be held on Thursday 5th May in the Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 3pm. Flowers welcomed from all. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, would be appreciated to RSPB or British Heart Foundation via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/ 31-33 St Isan Rd Heath, Cardiff CF14 4LU 02920 524200
Caroline Lewis
Peacefully on Wednesday April 13th at The University Hospital of Wales. Beloved Wife of the late David, much loved Sister, Sister-in-Law and Auntie. Caroline will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Resting at Coop Funeralcare Caerphilly until her funeral on Wednesday May 4th at Thornhill Crematorium Briwnant Chapel at 14:15pm. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given to The Parkinson's Society. Further enquiries to Coop Funeralcare Tel: 02920 883107.
Brendan Paul Murphy
With great sadness we announce that Brendan passed away peacefully on 13th April 2022. Much loved son of Mary and the late Peter and brother to the late Peter Louis, Eamonn, Liam, Marie and Kate. Adored uncle and great uncle to Kieran, Hannah, Zara, Sean, Rachel, Martha, Rhian, Dominic, Sean, Niamh, Connor and Rosie. Well respected brother-in-law of Carys, Siobhan and the late Peter. He will be greatly missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins and all his friends. All are welcome to the Requiem Mass which will take place at Christ the King RC Church, Newborough Avenue, Llanishen on Wednesday 4th May at 11am, followed by cremation at the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 12.30pm. Taken too soon, will be missed forever. Rest in Peace. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in memory of Brendan to the Marie Curie Penarth Hospice (Holme Towers), Bridgeman Road, Penarth, CF64 3YR. Donations/tributes can also be made via www.colesfuneraldirectors.co.uk/funeral-notices-birchgrove/ All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 2-4 Heathwood Road, Birchgrove, Cardiff, CF14 4XE, Tel: 02922 093388.
Stephen John Thomas QPM
Stephen passed away peacefully at home on the 8th April 2022 aged 64 years. Loving husband to Victoria, devoted father to Emma, James, Matthew and Rhys, cherished grandfather of Samuel, Gabriella, Benjamin, Ethan and Andrew. A very special and honourable man who will be forever greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Family flowers only, donations if so desired in memory of Stephen to Sue Ryder. Resting at D J Evans Forse Funeral Home, until the funeral service on Friday 6th May 2022 at the Wenallt Chapel at 1.15pm.
Carol Elaine Wilson
Sadly on Friday April 15th 2022, Carol Wilson, of Rumney and Llanrumney, Cardiff, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loved ones. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Thursday May 5th 2022 at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel, at 10.15am. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers please kindly donate to Brain Tumour Research, Suite 37, Shenley Pavilions, Chalkdell Drive, Shenley Wood, Milton Keynes, MK5 6LB, in memory of Carol. Donations/tributes can also be made via www.colesfuneraldirectors.co.uk/funeral-notices-rumney/ All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 792 Newport Road, Rumney, Cardiff, CF3 4FH, Tel: 02920 797 516.
Yvonne Evans
Passed away peacefully on 21st April at the University Hospital of Wales, aged 63 years. Loving partner of the late Peter, much loved mother to Donna and Natalie, mother-in-law to Khalid and Carl, dear nan of Kayley, Keya, Kasia and Tia and great grandmother to Ayla. Yvonne will be very sadly missed by all her family and friends. Resting at J.Pidgeon & Son, 539 Cowbridge Road East, Victoria Park, Cardiff (02920 226604) until the service at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel on Wednesday 4th May at 10.15am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be sent to Cancer Research Wales, Velindre Hospital, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 2TL.
Brenda Grant
(Meecham) Passed away peacefully on 7th April in U.H.W Hospital. Widow of the late Donald. Loving mother to Jeff & Pam and In law to Ann & John, cherished grandmother of Carly, Phillip, Steve & Kate & partners Martin, Matt & Jess. Great grandmother to Keagan, Tyler, Olivia, Fraser & Miles. Will be dearly missed by all. Resting at James Summers Funeral Home, Newport Rd until the service at Arrarat Baptist Church, Whitchurch on the 4th May at 10am then followed by the committal at the Briwnant Chapel Thornhill Crematorium at 11:15am. Family flowers only donations if desired to Osteoporosis Society
Arthur Roy Hinton
Peacefully on the 11th of April 2022 Roy a.k.a Bomber, passed away at the University Hospital Wales with his two daughters by his side after a valiant battle with cancer. Roy was a loving Son, Brother, Uncle, Father, Grandfather and Friend that will be missed immensely. Resting at James Summers Funeralcare, Roath Court, Newport Road, Cardiff until the service at their chapel on Tuesday 3rd May at 10am followed by cremation at Thornhill Briwnant Chapel at 11:15am then on to the Cross Inn, Newport Road, Cardiff to raise a glass in his memory. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to be made to City Hospice.
Peter John Lewis
On Wednesday 20th April 2022 Peter sadly but peacefully passed away at the Heath Hospital. Adored husband of Debs, loving son to Jenny and the late Gwilym and beloved brother of Jeff and the late Lynn. Peter will be resting at James Summers Funeralcare until his funeral service which will take place on Friday 13th May at 11:45am in The Wenallt Chapel in Thornhill. Funeral attendees are asked to wear bright colours. Family flowers only. Donations can be made in memory of Peter to the critical care unit at the Heath Hospital. healthcharity.wales/donate/.
Michael Rose
Suddenly but peacefully on 14th April at Llandough Hospital - Michael aged 80 years and well known for his time of Stanway Road, Ely, Cardiff & Rhoose. Devoted husband to Marion, much loved Dad to Caroline, Liz and Stephen. Michael will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him Resting in the care of Lyndsay Ellis at The Vale Funeral Service, Court Road, Barry until his service at Cardiff & Glamorgan Crematorium, Barry on Wednesday 4th May at 4:00pm No flowers by request, donations if desired may be sent to Mencap Wales via wales.mencap.org.uk In memory of Michael. Dress code is optional
Michael Rose
Dear brother and brother-in-law of Granville and Sheila. Will be sadly missed. RIP, Our Kid.
Martin Joseph Brockway
Aged 64 of Cardiff, sadly passed away at his home in Barry on 30th March 2022. Much loved dad of Samuel, Clare & Christopher. Funeral service will take place at Thornhill Crematorium on 9th May at 12:45pm. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to Marie Curie.
Kenneth James Campbell
With heavy heart, we announce the passing of Kenny on the 1st April 2022. Husband to Tracey, loving Dad to Philip, Darren and Martin. Cherished Son of the late Kenneth and Joan. Devoted brother to Colin, Helen and the late Robert and Mike. Kenny will be deeply missed by all those that cherish memories of him, with his smile and laugh being missed most. Kenny is resting at White Rose Funerals, Splott Road, who have been amazing with helping us get through this difficult time. Service will be 4th May 1.15pm at Thornhill Cemetery, Wenallt Chapel, then followed for the wake at the Retreat Llanederyn, to celebrate Kenny's life with good memories and drinks.
Arthur Weston Jones
On Wednesday 20th April, Arthur sadly but peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his loving family. Devoted and beloved husband to Esmee, treasured father to Donna, Andrew and Alan, much loved grandfather to Christina, Hannah and Chloe, Ashleigh and Harrison, great grand-daughters Matilda and Florence, and father-in-law to Philip, Katrina and Anastasia. Arthur will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. Resting with James Summers Funeralcare until his funeral service on Friday 13th May at 11.00am in The Wenallt Chapel in Thornhill. Family flowers only. Donations can be made in memory of Arthur to the Alzheimer's Society.
Dennis Edwin Munday
Passed away peacefully on 22nd March. Beloved husband to Vera Cherished father of Tony, Christine and Keith. Dear father in law to Claire and Maya. Proud grandfather to Sophie, Harvey, Lottie, Flo, Jasper, Tegan and Isla. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday 3rd May in St Mary's Church, Whitchurch at 11:30am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, would be appreciated for The African Wildlife Foundation via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/ or to the St Mary's Church Organ Fund through a collection at the service. Green Willow Funerals Ltd 31-33 St Isan Rd, Heath, Cardiff, CF14 4LY 02920 524200
Gaynor Mary Stokes
(Nee Jones) Suddenly, Gaynor passed away peacefully on Tuesday 5th April 2022 at The University Hospital of Wales aged 82 years. Devoted Mother to Stephen and Mark, loving Sister of David and the late Emlyn. Sister-in-Law Ann. Beloved Aunty to Sarah, Ruth, Lucy and Amy. Great Aunt to Elis. A special lady who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Forever in our hearts and thoughts Family flowers only, donations if so desired in memory of Gaynor to The British Lung Foundation. Resting at D C Jones Funeral Home, until the funeral service on Tuesday 3rd May at the Wenallt Chapel at 11.45am, followed by a Private Interment at Pantmawr Cemetery for 12.30pm.
Nicola Jane Wheeler
Passed away after illness on 8th April aged 52 years. Cherished daughter of Yvonne and William Wheeler. Mother of Craig, Danial and Nadine. Much loved sister, auntie, friend and grandmother. Nikki will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her. Funeral service to be held on Tuesday 3rd May 2022 at City Church, Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff at 2pm. This will be followed by a private family committal. Family flowers only please but donations would be appreciated to Fibromyalgia Action UK via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/
Graham George
Peacefully on 5th April 2022. Graham of Gwaelod Y Garth, Cardiff. Beloved Husband of the late Maureen, a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. Graham was much loved by his family and will sadly be missed by all. A service will be held at Caer Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Friday 29th April at 2pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Alzheimer's Society.
Steven Jones
Peacefully on 14th April at Llandough Hospital, Steve of Penarth. Beloved husband of Brie, loving father of Sam, Emma, Matthew and Charlotte, dear grumpy of Aurora and Seren, and sadly missed by all his family and friends. Resting at Penarth Funeral Directors until the service at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) Cardiff, on Tuesday 3rd May at 11am. Flowers may be sent to Hickman Road Funeral Home, Penarth.
Jean Young
Passed away peacefully at University Hospital of Wales on 11th April aged 91 years. Widow of the late Neil, much loved mother of Alison, Simon & Sarah. Mother-in-law to Simon, Sharon & David, devoted Nanny to James, Michael, Sophie, Emily, Nia, Thomas, Samuel & Elin, Great Nanny Jean to Ava, and much loved Aunt to all her nieces & nephews. Resting at J Pidgeon & Son Ltd, Cardiff, tel 02920 226604, until the funeral service at Cardiff & Glamorgan Crematorium, Port Road East, Barry on Thursday 28th April at 10.00am. Family flowers only, donations can be made in Jean's memory to The Stroke Association, 1 Sterling Business Park, Salthouse Road, Northampton, NN4 7EX.
Frank Edward Davis
(Fred the Ref) April 20th, 2022 Peacefully at Ysbyty Gwynedd of Dwygyfylchi, aged 86 years. A loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandad. A celebration of life service will be held at Colwyn Bay Crematorium on Monday, May 16th at 11.45am (please wear a colourful item). Family flowers only but donations in memory of Frank will be gratefully received by Penmaenmawr Phoenix Football Club. For further enquiries contact Donald Roberts Funeral Directors, 01492 623280
Rosemarie Phillips
Passed peacefully at home on the 12th April 2022 after a short illness, aged 83 years. Loving wife of late Alan and dear mother of Jonathan, Jayne and Sarah, and a much loved grandmother of William, Alex, Isabel and Claudia. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. Funeral service to be held at the Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff, CF14 9UA on Friday 29th April 2022 at 4.30pm. Please can any donations be made in Rosemarie's name to Cancer Research UK.
Jayne Byrne
Peacefully on the 31st of March at the University Hospital of Wales. Beloved Mother of Samantha and Gemma. Adored Nan of Matthew, Luke & Ezmae. She will be greatly missed by all those closest to her. Funeral service to take place on Friday the 22nd of April at 2.45pm in the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Thornhill Road, Rhiwbina, Cardiff, CF14 9UA. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to Friends of Velindre Hospital.
Arthur George Crofts
Sadly, on 1st April 2022, Arthur passed away peacefully, aged 81 years. Loving Dad, father-in-law, grandfather, great grandfather and brother. He will be loved and missed by all who knew him. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the celebration of his life to be held on Friday 29th April 2022 at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of floral tributes if desired may be sent to Kidney Research UK, Nene Hall, Lynch Wood, Peterborough, PE2 6FZ in memory of Arthur. Donations/tributes can also be made via www.colesfuneraldirectors.co.uk/ funeral-notices-rumney/ All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 792 Newport Road, Rumney, Cardiff, CF3 4FH, Tel: 02920 797 516.
Marion Dyer
(Nee McCowen) Sadly on Monday 11th April Marion suddenly passed away at home. Devoted and loving wife to the late Gilbert, beloved and treasured mother to Verna, Martyn, Leighton and Sharon. Respected mother-in-law to Jeff, Angela, Elaine and Andy. Much loved grandmother to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Marion was much loved and will be dearly missed by her family and friends and never forgotten. Resting at James Summers Funeralcare in Whitchurch until her funeral service in the Briwnant Chapel in Thornhill on Friday 6th May at 11:15am followed by a committal service in Pantmawr cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations can be made in memory of Marion to The British Heart Foundation.
Kenneth Charles Evans
Peacefully on April 9th 2022 at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr. Loving Dad of Kevin, Wendy, Debbie & Mark. Much loved Grandad of Aaliyah, Kalyn, Elise, Cameron and Jenson. Ken will be dearly missed by all. Resting at Coop Funeralcare Caerphilly until his funeral on Thursday April 28th at Thornhill Crematorium in the Briwnant Chapel at 16:30. Family flowers only by request, donations in lieu of flowers will be given to St David's Hospice. All enquiries to Coop Funeralcare Caerphilly Tel: 02920 883107
James Anthony Green
Peacefully on 3rd April 2022, James aged 82 years, loving dad to Caroline, father in law to David and Grandad to George, Harry and Alfie, also leaving behind his little dog Woody who he adored. Funeral service to be held at Thornhill Crematorium, Briwnant Chapel on Friday 29th April at 11:15. Family flowers only but donations if so desired to Dogs Trust, either directly or via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes&donations. A special thank you to Collette, Karen and the staff who cared for James at University Hospital of Wales
Lynda Georgina Ann Long
(Lyn) Peacefully, on Thursday 14th April 2022, our beautiful Lyn passed away at home, surrounded by her loved ones, aged 78 years. She kept her dignity, lucidity, beauty and joy until the very end. Much loved; wife for 59 years of Gordon, mother of Steve and partner Steff, and Philip and wife Lisanne, grandmother of Callum, Ryan, Ethan and Isaac, great grandmother of Noah, sister of Tina and Peter and wife Toni. Lyn will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Tuesday 3rd May at Llanishen Baptist Church (where she was a cherished member) at 11.30am, followed by committal at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) at 1.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of floral tributes if desired may be sent to Multiple Sclerosis, 8 City North Place, London, N4 3FU in memory of Lyn. Donations/tributes can also be made via www.colesfuneraldirectors.co.uk/funeral-notices-rumney/ All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 792 Newport Road, Rumney, Cardiff, CF3 4FH, Tel: 02920 797 516.
Patricia Stafford
Passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 10th 2022, age 98 years. Formerly of Newtown, Roath, Docks, Grangetown and Llanishen. Dearly loved, Wife of the late Bartholomew Stafford, mother to the late Bernard Stafford, grandmother of Paul, Laurence and Kathryn, great grandmother to Morgan, Anna, Omolara, Rocco, Lola Mae and Sonny Beau. Much loved auntie of Marian and her family. Family flowers only please, donations to RNLI Lifeboats in lieu (https://rnli.org) Funeral at Thornhill Wenallt Chapel, Wednesday May 4th at 2pm. Followed by drinks at Ffynnon Wen, Llanishen, Cardiff CF14 9UA
Shirley Anne Toogood
(nee Young) Peacefully on Friday 8th April 2022 at University Hospital Llandough, Shirley; cherished wife of the late John and much loved mum of Sarah and son in law Neil. Shirley will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Resting at J Pidgeon & Son, 539 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff, until the funeral service at St Michael's Church, Tongwynlais on Thursday 28th April 2022 at 1.45pm, followed by cremation at the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 2.45pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to The Alzheimer's Society, Oldwell Court, Ty Gwyn Road, Penylan, Cardiff, CF23 5DA.
Andrea Dawn Watts
Passed away peacefully on 27th March. Devoted wife to the late John. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. A funeral service will be held on Friday 29th April in the Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 12pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, would be appreciated for DEC- Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/
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