These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices for the Valleys and Bridgend made between April 7 and April 13 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.
To add your tributes or memories to any of the death notices of the people who have passed, please do so at www.funeral-notices.co.uk/Wales. To keep up to date with news from across the Valleys you can subscribe to our newsletters here. In order of most recently announced:
Rev Peter John ABBOTT
Rev Peter John Abbott aged 74 sadly passed away in hospital following a short period of ill health. Cherished and much loved Husband to Carol Ann Abbott. Father and Father in Law to 12, Grandfather to 11 and Great Grandfather to 1. He will be deeply missed by his Family, Friends and the Church Community that he supported. Family flowers by request only, should you wish to make a donation the family will like the following charities supported - Barnardo's, RSPB and The Salvation Army. The funeral will be held at St Andrews Church Caerphilly on 17th April 2023 at 12.30hrs followed by cremation at Thornhill Crematorium.
Nanette GRIFFITHS (Phillips)
(Phillips) Beloved and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Sadly died on 24th March, 2023 at Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda. Will be greatly missed by Elgar, Richard, Ann, Huw and Elen. The funeral is at 10.15 on Tuesday 18th April at St Illtud's Church, Church Village. Burial at Penrhys Cemetery, Tylorstown, 12.00. Online donations can be made to stroke.org.uk. Cheques can be made to Stroke Unit, Ward 10, Prince Charles Hospital; cash donations will be forwarded to Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda. Bydd colled mawr ar ei hôl.
Brinley (BRYN) HOLLOWAY
(BRYN) Peacefully on April 1st 2023 Bryn of Pontypridd aged 86 years passed away in hospital. Beloved husband of the late Pamela, A much-loved father to Robert, Gareth, Geraint & Christopher. He will be missed by all his family and friends. Resting at Co op funeral care Pontypridd until the cremation service at Glyntaff on Tuesday April 25th at 11:15am. Family flowers only by request donations can be given during the service for "Parkinson's UK"
Gloria JAMES
Peacefully on Thursday 16th March 2023, Gloria, of Laleston, Bridgend (retired teacher). Much loved wife of the late Islwyn, a dearly loved aunt to all her nieces and nephews and a very dear friend to many. Funeral Friday 21st April 2023, friends please meet for service at Coychurch Crematorium at 11.00am. Family flowers only by request however donations for Ty Hafan Children's Hospice, Cardiff will be gratefully received by the family. Enquiries to Gareth Watts, Owen E Jones & Co Ltd, Maesteg. Tel 01656 733167.
Avril Rita MADDOX
Our beloved wife, mum, grandma and great grandma, peacefully passed away at Ty Eirin Care Home on 27th of March. Rita will be sorely missed by Gwynne, Karen, Kevin and all who have known her. Funeral will take place at Glyntaff Crematorium at 3.45pm on Wednesday 12th April. Donations if desired may be kindly received to Alzheimer's Research UK.
Ian POWELL
Peacefully on 29th March at the Princess of Wales Hospital, Ian, aged 74 years, of Bryn Rhedyn, Pencoed. Dearly beloved husband of the late Jennifer, father of Victoria, loving Grandfather of Jamie, Arabella and Anastasia. Ian will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Friday 21st April. Service and cremation at Coity Chapel, Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 1.15pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be made to Macmillan Cancer Support c/o Mel & Ron Watkins Funeral Services, 2, Hilda House, The Square, Pencoed, Bridgend CF35 5NP. Tel: 01656 860545.
Christine (Chris) SMITH
(Chris) 1947 -2023 Chris of Tonteg Pontypridd, former legal secretary for many years, adults tap dancing teacher & creator of Melody Movers concert party. Chris passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on April 3rd 2023, beloved wife of Derek, a loving mother to Kelly & cherished grandmother to Joseph & Ruby. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date as per her wishes, please forward any enquiries to Co op funeral care Pontypridd 01443 402456.
Keith Lloyd THOMAS
Peacefully on the 24th March 2023 at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital aged 68 years, beloved partner of Sue. He will be very sadly missed by all who knew him & family and friends. Resting at Co op funeral care Pontypridd until the cremation service at Glyntaff on Friday April 21st at 1:30pm, family flowers only, donations if so desired to be made to the Hope Rescue Centre.
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