These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices for Cardiff made between June 9 to June 15 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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Peter David Ashford
Sadly, surrounded by family, Peter David Ashford passed away on 1st June 2023 at home aged 61 years. Beloved Husband to Dawn, Dad to Lee, his late son Michael, Craig, and his daughter Sam. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Friday 16th June 2023 at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) at 10.15am. Immediate family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, can be made to Help for Heroes, 14 Parkers Close, Downton Business Centre, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP5 3RB or Royal British Legion, supporter care, Haig House 199 High Borough Street, London, SE1 1AA in memory of Peter. Donations/Tributes can also be made via https://www.colesfuneraldirectors.co.uk/funeral-notices-rumney/ All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors 792 Newport Road, Rumney, Cardiff, CF3 4FH, Tel: 02920 797 516.
Kathleen Mary (Mary) Brooks
(Mary) Suddenly on 22nd May, 2023 Mary, aged 91, beloved wife of the late Joe, much loved Mother of Tricia and Martyn. Respected Mother-in-Law of Philip and Nancy. A loving Grandmother & Great Grandmother. Resting at Green Willow Funerals home until the Funeral on Friday 30th June at 3pm, Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium. Family flowers only.
Alan Bryant (Algy)
(Algy) Alan passed away peacefully at the University Hospital of Wales on Monday 22nd May 2023 aged 88 years. Loving partner of the late Sylvia, much loved father of Michael, David, Peter, Claire, Heidi and Rebecca.. loved by all his grand-children and great grand-children, Father in law of Falmai, Sian, Wendy, Gareth and Philip. Brother of Barbara and the late Peter, Billy and Kathleen. Alan will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Family flowers only, donations, if so desired, can be made to Alzheimer's Society, Scott Lodge, Scott Road, Plymouth, PL2 3DU. Resting at D Caesar Jones Funeral Home until the service on Thursday 22nd June at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 12.30pm
Lesley Anne Catton (NEE BRYON)
Passed away peacefully in her sleep after a long illness, at home with her family at her side, on the 3rd June aged 75. Much loved wife of Darryl, sister of Sue and mother of Lewis, Owain and Ceri. The funeral service will be held at the Thornhill Crematorium on the Friday 14th July 2023 at 3:30pm. The family request no flowers but if desired donation can be made to Marie Curie
Sandra Clarke
Sadly, Sandra passed away on 27th May, beloved daughter of Margaret and the late Stan, loving sister of Jane and Andrea, aunty to Michael, Emma and Owen. Funeral Service will be held at St Davids Church, Ely, Cardiff on Friday 23rd June at 1.30pm, followed by Cardiff & Glamorgan Crematorium, Port Road East, Barry at 3.00pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be sent to the Epilepsy Society, Chesham Lane, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire SL9 0RJ. Enquiries to Pidgeons of Cardiff on tel 02920 226604.
Dennis Alfred Cook
Passed away peacefully at the University Hospital of Wales on Sunday the 21st May 2023 aged 94. Dennis was a loving husband to his wife, Teresa, who passed away several years ago, from which Dennis never recovered . A wonderful Father to his sons Peter, Timothy, Paul, Mark and John, and a loving Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. The funeral service will be held at Thornhill Crematorium on Wednesday the 14th June 2023 at 2:15. Family and friends warmly welcome for drinks and refreshments at Fairwater Conservative club.
John Hugh Davies
John, retired National Westminster Bank Manager, sadly passed away at home on Tuesday 6th June 2023, aged 82. He bravely fought his illness to the end. Much loved and devoted husband of Anne, loving father, and father-in-law to Sally, Simon, Jo and Rich and doting and very proud Grandad to Tilly, Freddie and Eliza. He was one of the good guys and will be greatly missed by his sister Caryl, brother Ted and all his family and friends. Resting at Green Willow Funeral Directors until the service on Monday 10th July at 1;15pm at Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired to Velindre or City Hospice via; www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/ All enquiries to Green Willow Funerals, Coronation Rd, Birchgrove, Cardiff. Tel. 02920524200
Rhian Dawson
Sadly on Friday 19th May, Rhian passed away at her home in Whitchurch, aged 53 years. Beloved partner of Lee, cherished sister to Stewart and Byron and a much loved daughter to the late Brian and Morfydd. Rhian will be greatly missed by all that knew her. Funeral Service will be held at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel on Thursday 15th June at 12:30pm. Floral tributes may be sent to the funeral home. Enquiries to Pidgeons of Cardiff on tel 02920 226604.
Betty Deacon
Betty Deacon (nee Cooksley) passed away Peacefully on Saturday 27th May 2023, at Shire Hall Care Home, Betty aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Leonard, loving mother of Brian and the late Robert, mother-in-law of Angela, loving Grandmother of Jodie, Brendon, Peter & Stephanie and great-grandmother to Connor, Lachlan, Megan & Emma (New Zealand). Funeral to take place on Friday 23rd June at 3pm at Briwnant, Chapel Thornhill Cemetery, Thornhill, Cardiff CF14 6RG. No flowers by Betty's request, donations if desired to City Hospice Cardiff.
Anthony (Tony) Farrell
(Tony ) Tony passed away peacefully on 31st May 2023, aged 78 years, with his family by his side at the University Hospital of Wales. Devoted husband of the late Mo. Cherished father to Andrew, Sharon and Lee and father-in-law to Kelly. Devoted grandfather to Rhiannon, Nathan, James and Frankie and great grandfather to Louis, Millie and Daisy. Much loved brother, uncle and friend. Tony will be sadly missed by many. Funeral to be held on Thursday 22nd June at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 11am. Flowers may be sent to Green Willow Funerals, 31-33 St Isan Road, Heath, Cardiff, CF14 4LU
Peter Anthony (Tony) Gibbs
(Tony) Suddenly, on June 1st, at home. Tony, loving and beloved husband of Enid, very loved father of Kevin, father-in-law of Mandy, and a very much-loved grandad of Sarah. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors, Llandaff until the funeral at 4.00pm on Wednesday 21st June at Cardiff and Glamorgan Memorial Park and Crematorium. Family flowers only please with any donations to the British Heart Foundation, Compton House, 2300 The Crescent, Birmingham Business Park, Birmingham, B37 7YE. All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 98 Cardiff Road, Llandaff, Cardiff CF5 2DT, Tel: 02922 091299.
Arthur Ernest Hillman
Peacefully on 26th May in St. David's Hospital, Cardiff. Arthur aged 92 years of Cyncoed. Beloved husband of the late Eileen, Much loved Dad to Alan and Paul, Father-in-law to Claire. A Devoted granddad to Rebecca and Caitlyn. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Resting with Michael G Ryan Son and Daughters Ltd, 302 North Road, Cardiff Until the funeral on Thursday 22nd June 2023. Service at Thornhill Crematorium, Briwnant chapel at 11.15am Prior to cremation Family flowers only please, however, if desired donations would be appreciated for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity c/o the funeral home or at the service. All enquiries 02920 626101
Raymond Cecil John
Raymond, formerly of St Angela Road, Heath, peacefully passed away on Sunday 28th May 2023 at Llys Cyncoed aged 100 years. Beloved husband of the late Lorna, adored father of Pamela and the late Christine, father-in-law of Ian. He will be deeply missed by all his family, friends, and the Heath community he championed for such a long time. Forever in our hearts. Family flowers only but if you would like to make a donation in Ray's memory, to a charity that was close to his heart, you can do so at www.justgiving.com/page/ray-john or send a cheque by post to Epilepsy Research UK, 7-14 Great Dover Street, LONDON SE1 4YR. Resting at D Caesar Jones Funeral Home until the service on Tuesday 20th June at 2.00pm at St Andrew's Methodist Church, Caerphilly Road, Birchgrove, followed by Committal at Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 3.30pm.
David Anthony (Also Known as Tony) Jones
(Also Known as Tony) David sadly passed away peacefully at the University Hospital of Wales on Friday 19th May 2023 aged 88 years. Much loved father of Vincent, cherished grandfather to Elis and loved father in law of Justine. David, a true gentleman, will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Family flowers only. Donations if desired in memory of David, direct to Maggie's (Velindre Hospital), or via the donation box that will be available on the day. Resting at D J Evans Funeral Home until the service on Thursday 22nd June, Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 10.30am.
Dorothy Yvonne Kirby (Gilvear)
(GILVEAR) Peacefully surrounded by her loving family on the 30th May 2023 aged 87 years young Loving Wife to Colin. Adored Mum to her 7 Daughters, Jayne, Sally, Deborah, Lynne, Helen, Amanda & Nicola. Loving Grandmother & Great Grandmother. Dorothy will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Resting at Adams & Young Funeral Directors until her Funeral Service on 22nd June 1.30pm at St Peters Church Fairwater followed by a Committal at Cardiff and Glamorgan Crematorium. Bright colours to be worn at the request of the family. Family flowers only donations in lieu will be given with thanks to Cardiff Institute for the Blind. 48 Waungron Road Llandaff Cardiff CF5 2JL
Mary Elizabeth Madocks Knight
Peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday 31st May 2023. Beloved wife of the late Edward Lougher Knight, dearly loved and devoted mother to David and Ann, adored grandmother to Edward and Imogen and great grandmother to Penelope. Funeral service at All Saints Church, Porthcawl CF36 3HD on Wednesday 14th June at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Y Bwthyn Newydd c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfg Hill CF33 6DB Tel 01656 740491. Gone from our home but never from our hearts. Always loved and forever missed.
Maria Theresa Lonnkvist
It is with great sadness that our Mum, Maria T Lonnkvist passed away on 1st June following a long battle with lung cancer. Born on 26th December 1953 to Sheila and Lesley Whelan and was the eldest of 9 Siblings. She was a devoted Mother, Daughter, Sister, and loving wife to Frans Lonnkvist. She was survived and loved by 8 Children, 17 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren. Mum loved her family and was the glue that held us together. Words can never describe how much we will miss her. We take comfort in knowing she is now at peace and that we have each other. Thank you, mum, for always being there and we promise we will always be there for each other whilst you watch over us. Service to be held at St Brigid's Church, Llanishen CF14 5QN on Tuesday 20th June 2023 at 12.30pm (to arrive at 12.15). She will then be laid to rest at Thornhill Northern Cemetery at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of floral tributes may be sent to City Hospice, Park Road, Cardiff CF14 7BF or Velindre Cancer Care Centre, Velindre Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 2TL in Memory of Maria. Donations/Tributes can also be made via https://www.colesfuneraldirectors.co.uk/funeral-notices-birchgrove/. All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors 2-4 Heathwood Road Birchgrove, Cardiff CF14 4XE, 029 22 093388.
Richard Wakefield Morris
Richard sadly passed away on Tuesday 23rd May 2023, following a stroke aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Pat, devoted father to Joanne and Annabel and sister and brother to Christine and Rhydian. Resting at Green Willow Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Tuesday 20th June at All Saints Church, Penarth at 12:30, Barry Crematorium at 2:00pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Gardening with Disabilities Trust via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/. Any enquiries to Green Willow Funerals, Eclipse House, Coronation Road, Birchgrove 02920524200
Robert Andrew ('Rob@) Nicholson
('Rob@) Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully surrounded by his family on 30th May 2023 at UHW. Aged 48. A devoted and proud father to Jordan and Bailey. Beloved son of Teresa and Clive. Loved brother of Julia. Uncle to Taylor and Jake. Great Uncle to Ruby, Dylan and Lexi Nephew to Pam and cousin to Simon and Sarah. Funeral Mass on Monday 19th June at 10am at St Peter's Catholic Church, Roath followed by committal at the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill at 11.45am. Family flowers only but donations in Robert's memory can be made to Diabetes UK or PDSA Pet Hospital. Please wear bright colours. All enquiries to James Summers Funeral Services.
Marjorie Alice Payne (Evans)
(Evans) On 28th May 2023 peacefully at Llandough Hospital aged 97 years. Beloved wife of the late William [Bill] Payne. Very much loved mother of Bill, Marilyn, Janet and Jeffrey and adored grandmother to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. The funeral service to be held at Thornhill Crematorium on Monday 19th June at 2.15 pm.
Barbara Jean Powell (Bodman)
(Bodman) Peacefully on Friday 19th May at The Heath Hospital, Barbara-Jean Powell very sadly passed away aged 88. Barbara was a wonderful loving, Mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be greatly missed by her children Paul, Gillian and Iris, their partners, the grandchildren and great grandchildren. The funeral service will be held at The Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium on Monday 19th June at 12:45 followed by the burial at 13:30.
Kenneth John Rich
Aged 96 Years. Ken, beloved husband of the late Josie, peacefully passed away on 28-05-2023 and will be greatly missed by his family. A devoted father to Annie, Janey and Mike who say 'Dad you were the best of the best'. Also much loved Bampi to all his 10 grandchildren & great grandchildren. Also a revered brother in law to Patti, Paul and John. The family invite friends of Ken to join them in celebrating his life at 10.30am on Friday 23rd June 2023 at the Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in Kens memory to Ty Hafan Children's Hospice online or at the Chapel
Reginald George Webber
Peacefully passed away at Quarry Hall Care Home on Monday 29th of May. Loving husband to the late Dorothy Webber. Loving Father to Derek, Robert, Catherine and Theresa, also Beloved Father-in-law, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Monday 19th of June at St Cadocs Catholic Church at 10am, followed by the burial to be held at Pantmawr Cemetery at 11.30am. All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 792 Newport Road, Rumney, Cardiff, CF3 4FH, Tel:02920797516
Birthday Memoriams
Jackie Bridgeman (Alderman)
(Alderman) On your 62nd birthday, Always a smile, never a frown, Always a hand, if anyone was down, Always true, so thoughtful and kind, Wonderful memories, you were one of a kind. Miss you every single day, All our love, Mum, Dad, Lynda, Craig, Leanne, Grant & all your grandchildren xxx
Maureen (Mo) Cassemis (Kavanagh)
(Kavanagh) (Mo) Happy Heavenly birthday Maureen, Love Ken and family.
David Clifford Lewis
Happy birthday to a wonderful husband, dad and gramps. A light has gone from our lives since God took you from us, we miss you more each passing day. Love always and forever. Your devoted Wife Pat, Tracy, Shaun, Chloe, Tina and the late Miles xxx
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