These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices for the Valleys and Bridgend made between December 16 and December 22 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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Ivor Arthur ARNOLD
Peacefully on December 5th 2022 Ivor aged 72 years of Llantwit Fadre. Beloved husband of the late Rose, and much-loved brother to Keith, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Resting at Co-op Funeralcare, Pontypridd until the cremation service at Glyntaff on Friday 30th December at 12:45pm where friends please meet.
William 'Wil' DAVIES
Died peacefully, at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital on Tuesday, 6th December 2022. Wil of Beddau, formerly of Pontrhydyfen, who was the former news director of BBC Wales, S4C and later the TV director of Solo Television. Beloved husband of Jane. Dearly loved father of Daniel, Huw, and Jonathan. Loving Tad-cu of Tomos, Alice and Idris. Will be dearly missed by all that knew him. The Funeral will take place on Wednesday, 4th January 2023 at Glyntaff Crematorium at 12:00 noon. Family flowers only by request. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be given to Jane for the chosen charity 'Velindre Fundraising' in Wil's name and memory.
Leslie Martin JONES
Peacefully on Thursday 1st December 2022, Les of Mill Street, Cwmfelin, Maesteg, much loved and devoted husband of Rosie, dearly loved Dad of Sam, Ben and Joe, loved by Emma, Steph and Kelly, loving and proud Grampy of Erin, Cadi, Osian and Caitlyn, loved brother of Owen and Sue and a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral Friday 23rd December 2022, friends please meet for service at Zion Chapel, Maesteg at 10.30am followed by cremation at Coychurch Crematorium at 12.00pm. Flowers may be sent to Zoar Chapel of Rest, Zoar Avenue, Maesteg or donations for Zion Chapel will be gratefully received by the family. Enquiries to Gareth Watts, Owen E Jones & Co Ltd, Maesteg. Tel 01656 733167.
Angela Margaret POWELL
Peacefully at home on December 10th 2022 aged 73 years, Angela of Maesycoed. Beloved wife of David, cherished mother to Julie. Loving grandmother of Michael & Kristian, much loved great grandmother to Harrison. Resting at Co-op Funeralcare Pontypridd until the cremation service at Glyntaff Crematorium on December 21st at 3:00pm where friends please meet.
John Reardon RAYMOND
Peacefully on Monday 5th December 2022, John of Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan (formerly of Colwinston, Bridgend). Retired founder of John Raymond Transport. Devoted husband of the late Dilys, much loved father of Jonathan and Andrew, dearly loved father-in-law of Sue and Elizabeth, loving and proud grandfather of Tamsin, Richard, Amelia, Caroline, Michael and Hannah, cherished great grandfather of Elsie and a loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral Wednesday 4th January 2023. Friends please meet for Service at Cowbridge United Free Church, Cowbridge at 12.45pm followed by cremation at Margam Crematorium at 2.30pm. No flowers by request but donations for Ty Hafan Children's Hospice would be gratefully received by the family. Enquiries to Gareth Watts, Owen E Jones & Co Ltd. Maesteg Tel: 01656 733167.
Peter REX
It is with great sadness that the family of Peter Rex announces his passing on 18th November 2022, at the age of 67. Peter, beloved Son of the late James and Mary and dearly loved Brother, Nephew, Cousin and Friend, will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. The Interment will be held at Trealaw Cemetery at 10.00am on Thursday, 22nd December 2022, followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at Bethel Baptist Church, Pontyclun at 11.00am. Flowers and inquiries to W.H. Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Tel: 01443 223368.
Anita SMART (Nee Chandler)
(Nee Chandler) Peacefully, after a short illness on Thursday 8th December 2022, at her home, Anita of Talygarn, Pontyclun, formerly of Llantrisant; beloved wife of Michael, loving mother of the late Melanie, much loved grandmother of Lorena and Sam, great-grandmother of Raphael, dear sister to Howard and Jane, sister-in-law to Julie, Rae, Alan, Lyndon, Beth and Ken. Anita will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 3rd January 2023, service and cremation at Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 2.15pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Cancer Research Wales c/o W.H. Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Tel:01443 223368.
Patricia Maureen (Pat) STICKLER (Moore)
(Moore) (Pat) Sadly passed away on Tuesday 6th December 2022 at Ystrad Fawr Hospital aged 83 years. Beloved wife of Bob, Mum to Dawn and Sarah, and doting Nanny to Rhys and Rhianne. She will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. She will be resting at Caerphilly Funeral Services, Parc Avenue, Crossways prior to her committal at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) on Wednesday 21st December at 2:45pm. Family flowers by request only. Donations in the memory of Pat may be made to Alzheimer's Research UK. For all enquiries telephone Caerphilly Funeral Services, Parc Avenue Funeral Home on 02920862100
Elizabeth Mary (Betty) THOMAS
(Betty) Peacefully on 8th December 2022 at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Betty aged 93, of Ford Road, Fleur de Lis (former newsagent, Maesycwmmer). Beloved wife of the late Hugh, much loved mother of Rupert and the late Edward, mother-in law of Sally, doting grandmother to Ellie, Hannah, Jenny and Amy, and a loving great grandmother. Service at St. David's Church, Pengam at 2.30pm on Wednesday 28th December 2022 followed by short service at Sirhowy Valley Crematorium, Pontllanfraith at 3.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired, to PHAB c/o Stanley J Nicholas Ltd, The Paddocks, Pengam, Blackwood NP12 3QZ (Tel: 01443-830328)
Mark TOWNSEND
Passed away suddenly on November 24th 2022 aged 56 years. Beloved Son of Edward and Jean. Much loved Brother of Sian and Sara, Loved Brother-in-law of Stephen and Simon. Adored Uncle of Jessica, Rebecca, Ethan, Rhys, Carys and Ryan. Loved Nephew and Cousin of many. Great Uncle to Aneira, Nia, Aria and Eleri. We are all devastated at the sudden loss. Mark will be loved and missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service in Margam Crematorium on Thursday 29th December 2022 at 10.30am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired will be for Marie Curie and can be sent direct to: Bridgeman Road, Penarth, Cardiff, CF64 3YR. All further enquiries to: Emma Evans at Brian Thomas Funeral Service Mawdlam, Bridgend, CF33 4PH Tel: 01656 740070.
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