These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices for the Valleys and Bridgend made between February 3 and February 9 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:
Melanie Gloria-May BARHAM
Suddenly on Monday 26 December 2022, Melanie of North Cornelly. Deeply loved and cherished mama of Ruby, beloved daughter of Ian and Lyn, Catherine and Keith, dealy loved sister of Kane and Evan. Funeral service at Pisgah Chapel, Pyle on Thursday 16th February 2023 at 12.15pm followed by committal at Coychurch Crematorium at 1.45pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to Mental Health Matters Wales Ltd (all funds raised to be used in Bridgend area) c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias and Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend CF33 6DB. Tel 01656 740491.
Dorothy FOWLER
Peacefully passed away on 19th January at The Grange University Hospital aged 97 years. Beloved wife of the late Harry Fowler Much loved Mam to Gareth and Mother in law to Tina. Adored Nan to Justin, Katie, William & Charlie and Owen, Kayleigh, Harry & Darcy She will be deeply missed by all family and friends The funeral service will be held on Friday 10th February, 11.00am at The Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium. She will be resting at Caerphilly Funeral Services, Parc Avenue Funeral Home. Family flowers by request only. Donations in memory of Dorothy may be made to Ty Hafan Children's Hospice, Hayes Road, Sully. CF64 5XX For all enquiries telephone Caerphilly Funeral Services on 029 2086 2100.
Edna Marian GOUGH
Passed away peacefully at home on the 17th January 2023, aged 87 years. Devoted wife of John; loving Mother of Nicola and the late Elon; beloved Mother in Law to Antony and Linda; wonderful Grandmother of Carl, Angharad, Huw, John and Daniel and a cherished Great Grandmother to Courtnie, Jack, Oliver, Kara, Lennox, Ryan, Cara and Ruby. Edna will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Resting at Maesgwyn Funeral Directors, Church Village, until her funeral service on Wednesday, 8th February at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 1.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, can be sent direct to the Parkinson's UK.
Sandra OWEN (nee Wilson)
(nee Wilson) Suddenly on Wednesday 21, December 2022, Sandra of Woodlands Park, Kenfig Hill. Beloved wife of the late Martin, dearly loved daughter of the late George and Sonia, much loved sister of Allen, Lorna and the late Clayton, a dear auntie to all her nieces. Funeral service and cremation at Margam Crematorium on Friday 24th February 2023 at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Mind c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend CF33 6DB. Tel 01656 740491.
Michael POWER
On the 11th January Michael suddenly passed away at home aged 84 years. Devoted Husband of Carol. Adored Dad of Nicola, Robert and Laurence and dear Father in law to Leanne, cherished Grandfather and Great Grandfather. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends He is resting at Caerphilly Funeral Services, Parc Avenue, Crossways, Caerphilly. Family flowers only by request. Donations in memory of Michael can be made to the British Heart Foundation. For all enquires please contact Caerphilly Funeral Services on 02920 862100.
Nesta ROBERTS
On Wednesday 25th January 2023, Nesta passed away peacefully at Parklands Care Home, Bedwas, aged 89. Beloved wife of the late Frederick George, adored Mam of Carol, Ann & Lloyd. Much loved Nan to Rachel, Gemma, Kristina, Alun, Kelly, Adrian & Robert & great-grandmother. Nesta will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral will be taking place on Monday 27th February 2023 at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 4:15pm. All enquiries to Caerphilly Funeralcare (Inc. Ivor Evans & Son) on 02920 883107.
David Henry (Dai Brillo) SANDERS
(Dai Brillo) David passed away at Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil on Friday 20th January 2023. Beloved youngest son of the late Frank and Eleanor Sanders, of Penrhiwceiber. Beloved brother of Mary, Jane, Peter and the late John, Keith, and Helen. A much loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. David will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends. Funeral service Friday 10th February at Miskin Baptist Chapel, Penrhiwceiber Road, Miskin, Mountain Ash at 12:00 Noon prior to Interment at Maesyrarian Cemetery, Mountain Ash at 12:50 pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired may be made in memory of David to RNLI or Wales Air Ambulance. Kindly received by T. Teify Davies Ltd., 211, Penrhiwceiber Road, Miskin Mountain Ash. CF45 3UN. Enquiries Tel (01443) 476301.
Dawn SHARPE
Passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side, aged 74 years. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Dearly loved mam of Anthony and Dean. Devoted nan of Finley, Tanisha, Lola, Samson and Noah. Loved sister of Lance, Lynn, Kim, Ann and the late Wayne. Loving companion of Biff and Coco the dogs. Dawn will be loved and missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service in Margam Crematorium on Friday 10th February 2023 at 3.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired will be for either: Dementia UK or Diabetes UK Research and can be sent direct to either: Dementia UK, 7th Floor, One Aldgate, London, EC3N 1RE or diabetes.org.uk to make a donation, or send a cheque to: Diabetes Research Wells Lawrence House, 126 Back Church Lane, London, E1 1FH. All further enquiries to: Emma Evans at Brian Thomas Funeral Service Mawdlam, Bridgend, CF33 4PH Tel: 01656 740070.
Eleanor Carole SKRETKOWICZ (Jones)
(Jones) Eleanor Carole Skretkowicz (nee Jones), aged 82 years, of Forfar (originally Caerphilly) passed away at Roxburghe House, Dundee, on Wednesday, 25th January, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Victor, survived by her proud son Gavin and the late Bruce, a dear sister of Jayne and the late Beverley, a loved aunt and much loved by all her family and friends. Funeral Service in Parkgrove Crematorium, Friockheim, on Friday, 10th February, at 11.30 a.m. to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for Macmillan will be received at the Crematorium.
Violet Mary SMART
On Friday 13th January 2023, Violet passed away peacefully at her home in Senghenydd, aged 84. Beloved wife of the late Dilwyn, adored Mam of Martin & Neil. Much loved Nanny to Kirsty, Amanda, Nathan, Anna & Sasha & Great-Nanny to Ruby, Kenzie, Ethan & Effie. The funeral will be taking place on Monday 20th February 2023 at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 10:15am. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu may be given for Cancer Research UK at the service. All enquiries to Caerphilly Funeralcare (Inc. Ivor Evans & Son) on 02920 883107.
Jake STRATTON-KENT
Passed away on the 17th January 2023 at Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda. Notorious grimoire practitioner, author and public speaker renowned in his field, and member of the Wallies of Wessex. Loving father, brother, son, stepson, lover, and friend. Jake influenced the lives of many. He was beloved by and will be missed by all. Donations to The Stroke Association. 93.
Brian Cyril WEBB
Retired Sales Manager at Port Talbot Steel Works Passed away peacefully at The University Hospital of Wales on Friday 13th January 2023. Brian of Crossfield Avenue, Porthcawl; beloved and devoted husband of the late Joyce, much loved cousin of Avril, Gary and Valerie and a dearly loved brother-in-law of Sonia and uncle of Louise, will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 28th February 2023 at All Saints Church, Porthcawl at 12.30pm followed by a private committal. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to Porthcawl RNLI c/o Richard Mustoe of Porthcawl Funeral Services, 75 New Road, Porthcawl, CF36 5DH, Tel: 01656 783699.
Gaynor Elizabeth WILLIAMS
Peacefully on Tuesday 17th January 2023, at Ty Eirin Care Home, Gaynor of Manor Chase, Beddau; beloved wife of Alan, loving mother of Emma, Helen, Ian, Neil and Liam, and much loved Nanny to her grandchildren. Gaynor will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 14th February, service at Kingdom Hall, Talbot Green at 12.30pm followed by cremation at Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff at 2.00pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Velindre Fundraising c/o W.H. Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Tel:01443 223368.
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