These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices for the Valleys and Bridgend made between January 20 and January 26 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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Marilyn Ann ENGLISH
Suddenly on 14th January at her home, Marilyn, aged 79 years, of Bridgend Road, Llanharan. Dearly beloved Wife of the late Peter, much loved Mother of Gareth, Jacqueline and Huw, Nana of Rhys and Iola, and Great-Nan of Coulton and Nevaeh. Funeral, Monday 6th February. Service and cremation at Coity Chapel, Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 3.15pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be made to Asthma & Lung UK c/o Mel & Ron Watkins Funeral Services, 2, Hilda House, The Square, Pencoed, Bridgend CF35 5NP. Tel: 01656 860545.
Ralph JONES
Peacefully on Tuesday 3rd January 2023 Ralph of Yr Ysfa, Maesteg, devoted husband of Mai, dearly loved father of Rebeca, dear father-in-law of Simon, much loved brother of Mair and a loved brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral Thursday 26th January 2023, friends please meet for service at Carmel Bethania Chapel, Maesteg at 2.45pm followed by cremation at Coychurch Crematorium at 4.15pm. Family flowers only by request please however donations will be shared between Macmillan Cancer Support and the District Nursing Team, Maesteg and will be gratefully received by the family. Enquiries to Gareth Watts, Owen E Jones & Co Ltd, Maesteg. Tel 01656 733167
William Roy KERTON (Roy)
(Roy) Peacefully on Saturday 31st December 2022, Roy of Heol Llansantffraid, Sarn. Beloved husband of Delphine, dearly loved step father of Gareth and Christopher, father-in-law of Lisa, much loved uncle of Rita and a dear brother-in-law of Gill. Funeral service and cremation at Coychurch Crematorium on Tuesday 31st January 2023 at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to The Dogs Trust or Cancer Research Wales c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend, CF33 6DB. Tel 01656 740491
David Edward LEE
Peacefully at home on 10th January 2023 with his family by his side. Devoted husband of Janice, Cherished dad of Robert, Kevin, Darren and Jonathan, Father-in-law to Kirsty, Carole and Tania, loving grandfather to Hannah, Charlotte, Amelia and Jacob, Loved brother of Pam and the late Bryn, brother-in-law to Barry. David will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service on Monday 6th February 2023 in Coychurch Crematorium at 10:30 Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent direct to Supporter Giving, Asthma & Lung UK, 18 Mansell Street, London, E1 8AA. All further enquires to Rosemount funeral home, 19 Coychurch Road, Bridgend, CF31 3AP, Tel:- 01656 653156.
Graham Vivian (Caerphilly) MORRIS
On Tuesday 27th December 2022, Graham passed away peacefully at the University Hospital of Wales, aged 89. Husband of Barbara, father of Robin and Russell and proud grandfather of Henry, Katherine and Eva. Funeral to take place on Monday 30th January 2023 at Thornhill Crematorium, Briwnant Chapel at 1:30pm. No flowers please. All enquiries to Caerphilly Funeralcare (Inc. Ivor Evans & Son) on 02920 883107.
Moira REES (Bright)
(Bright) Peacefully on Wednesday 11th January, in hospital, Moira of Maple Close, Llanharry; loving mother of Kenny, Stephen, Julia and Debbie. Moira will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 7th February, service at Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 2.15pm. Flowers and enquiries to W.H. Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Tel:01443 223368
Robert SEDGEBEER
Peacefully on 2nd January 2023 at Glanfrydd Nursing Home with his nieces by his side, Robert, aged 72 years, formerly of Downs View Aberthin, passed away after illnesses fought with great courage & dignity. Son of the late Thomas & Pat Sedgebeer, older brother of the late Anne & Gareth. Inspirational Uncle to Colin & Heather, much loved Great Uncle to Chloe, Ryan & Liam and proud Great Great Uncle to Hawaii & Taio. Robert was also a much loved cousin. Robert formerly worked 27 years for Mary & the late Ralph Thomas at their Farm, St Hilary. During this time Robert became a very much loved family member to them and their respective families. He will be sadly missed by all. Resting at the Private Funeral Home of W. James & Sons, Fonmon. Funeral Tuesday 7th February 2023, Service 12 noon at Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend. Family flowers only. Donations to Marie Curie, Bridgeman Road, Penarth, CF64 3YR
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