These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices for Cardiff made between May 12 and May 18 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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Frank Anthony (Tony) Bending
(Tony) Suddenly but peacefully Frank Anthony Bending passed away on 27th April 2023 at home aged 85 years. He will be missed by his wife Margaret, children Julia, Nigel, Gary and Steven, daughters in law Jayne, Delyth and Nathalie, grandchildren Elinor, Lowri, Nia, Jessica, Rhys, Trystan, Jamie and Norah and great grandchildren Lyra and Ottilie. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held at Thornhill Crematorium (Briwnant Chapel) on Friday 19th May at 3pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, can be made to Porthcawl Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), 11 Lias Road, Porthcawl, CF36 3AH, in memory of Frank. 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.
Valerie Bennett
Passed away peacefully at UHW on Friday 28th April 2023. Loving wife of the late David - they will now be reunited. Much loved Mother of Paul & Sue and Mother-In-Law of David & Lorraine. Sadly missed by us all. Service to be held at St Mellons Church on Tuesday 23rd May at 11.30am, followed by a service at Thornhill Crematorium (Briwnant Chapel) at 12.45pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of floral tributes if desired, may be sent to City Hospice, Whitchurch Hospital, Park Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 7BF. 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.
Wayne Buss
Sadly, but peacefully, surrounded by family, Wayne passed away on 6th May 2023 at University Hospital of Wales, aged 64 years. Cherished husband to Angela. Wayne is much loved and adored by all of his family. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held at on Monday 22nd May 2023 at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) at 3.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, can be made to Kidney Research UK, Stuart House, City Road, Peterborough, PE1 1QF in memory of Wayne. 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.
Dear darling Wayne, We are so proud to have called you our brother. For so long you battled bravely through many serious health issues that we were told you couldn't possibly survive but time and again you proved them wrong. They didn't know your strength of character, or your immense desire to live. Finally your body could not take any more hurt and you needed to rest. We are heartbroken Wayne and miss and love you so much. Glenys, Kay, David & Allan. XX
Terence William (Terry) Connolly
(TERRY) Passed away peacefully on 27/04/2023 at St Albans Nursing Home Aged 73. Beloved Husband, Father & Great Grandfather. The funeral service will take place on 26/05/2023 at James Summers Roath Court Funeral Home 14:15. Followed by the committal service at Thornhill Northern Cemetery 15:30 Flowers in memory of Terry can be delivered to James Summers Newport Road.
Lynne Cuddihy (nee Blake)
(nee Blake) Lynne peacefully passed away at home on Monday 24th April 2023 aged 68 years. Beloved wife of Patrick for 47 years, much loved mother of James and Daniel, cherished grandmother to Owen, Chloe, Harley and Benjamin. Loved mother in law to Martine and Jade Lynne a beautiful lady, will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Lynne if so desired direct to Cancer Research Wales, Velindre Cancer Centre, Whitchurch CF14 2TL. Resting at D Caesar Jones Funeral Home.
Derek William Eadie
Sadly passed away on 3rd May 2023 at Quarry Hall Care Home, aged 54 years. Beloved son of the late Douglas and Joan, youngest brother to Dougie, Jeanette, Brian and Teresa, also loving brother-in-law to Sandra and brother-in-law to David, loving uncle and great uncle. Best friend and ex-partner to Susan. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Wednesday 24th May 2023 at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) at 11.45am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, can be made to UHW Critical Care Unit 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.
Ken Gooding
Treasured memories of our dear cousin Ken. Will be sadly missed. Love from Trevor, Pemilo and Family.
Kenneth George (Ken) Gooding
(Ken) Cherished Dad, Bampy and Great Grandad, Ken passed away peacefully at home with his family, aged 86. Now reunited with his late wife Margaret, he will be dearly missed by his son Terry, daughters Linda and Denise, grandchildren and great granddaughter. Retired South Wales Police Officer and Rumney Rugby Club stalwart, Ken will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the celebration of his life on Wednesday 24th May 2023 at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) at 3.30pm. Cortege to leave Rumney Rugby Club at 2.45pm and will return there after the service. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Ken gratefully received by Ty Hafan Children's Hospice, Hayes Road, Sully, Penarth, CF64 5XX. All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 792 Newport Road, Rumney, Cardiff, CF3 4FH, Tel: 02920 797 516.
Mary Rose Harris (Caruana)
(Caruana) Mary passed away peacefully on Sunday 16th April 2023 at Marie Curie Hospice. Beloved wife of Richard. Much loved Mother of Mark and Steve. Loving Grandmother to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Sister of Anthony and Joseph Caruana. Mary will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral to be held on Monday 22nd May 2023 at 10am, St Peters Catholic Church Roath Cardiff CF24 3BA. Followed by committal at Thornhill Crematorium Briwnant Chapel 12 noon. Family flowers only donations in lieu of flowers can be made in memory of Mary to the Marie Curie Hospice.
David John Harris
04.08.1943 - 03.05.2023 David sadly passed away peacefully on the 3rd of May at the University Hospital of Wales, aged 79 years. Beloved husband and soulmate of Christine, adored Father of Andrew, Diane, Debbie, Liz and Stephen, cherished grandfather of Marcus, Anthony, Sion, Gavin, Mikey, Daniel, Aneliese, Ryan, Sophie, Christopher, Jodi and Kieran but also an amazing great grandfather to Kaiiden, Leiiland, Elliot, Lawson, Connor, Frankie, Isla, Mabli, Isaac and Baby Harris who is due in July. David, a very special, kind hearted man who would do anything for anybody without hesitation. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him especially his wind up sense of humour. Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Resting at D J Evans Forse Funeral Home until the service on 24th May 2023 at 1.15pm in the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium. Please join us for a few drinks celebrating the life and sharing precious memories and stories of David after the service at; Llandaff North Rugby Club, Radyr Rd, Cardiff, CF14 2FU Family flowers only. Donations if desired in memory of David direct to Marie Curie, or via the donation box that will be available on the day.
Jon Harris
On 27th April, 2023, peacefully at home in Cowbridge aged 90 years. Devoted and much loved husband to Vi. Proud father of Lesley (deceased) and Beverley and father-in-law to Justin. Adored Papa of Matthew, Oliver and Samuel. Jon is very much missed and loved by us all. Funeral service on Wednesday 31st May at 2pm at Cardiff and Glamorgan Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Ty-Hafan Children's Hospice via www.tyhafan.org/donate
Elizabeth Iris Impey (nee Lee)
(nee Lee) Elizabeth peacefully passed away after a short illness on Thursday 20th April 2023, aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Terence Impey for 53 years, much loved mother of Carol, Brian, Teresa, Graham, Sharon and the late Patricia. Grandmother and great grandmother to all her grandchildren, loved mother in law, and sister to the late Frank and Lilian. Elizabeth, will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Flowers welcome Resting at D Caesar Jones Funeral Home until the service on Tuesday 23rd May at St Isan Church Llanishen, 1:30pm, followed by interment at Thornhill Cemetery at 2.30pm.
Keith James
The death is announced of Keith James, of Peterston-super-Ely, on 4th May 2023. A private cremation will be followed by a celebration of his life at midday on 4th June, at Howell's School, Llandaff, Cardiff. No flowers, but donations please to the Brain Tumour Charity or Marie Curie.
John Jones
It is with great sadness that the family of John Jones announces his passing on 23rd April 2023. John will be lovingly remembered as a devoted son to the late Roy and Joan Jones. Loving Brother to Susan, Jenny, Pat, Terry, Phillip, Jackie and the late Roy Jones. Father to Andrew and Stacey. Bamps to Tia and a much loved Uncle. Resting at James Summers Funeralcare, Newport Road until the funeral service on Thursday 25th May at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 3.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in memory of John can be made to Marie Curie.
Laurence Michael Jose
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 4th May 2023 at the University Hospital of Wales Loving dad to Lee and Rhiannon and grampy to Olly, Ava and Harry. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday 24th May at the Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Thornhill Road CF14 9UA at 10:30am. Family flowers only but if you wish to make a donation in Laurence's memory, please do so to Leonard Cheshire Care Homes.
Chris Kolmar
Passed away suddenly but peacefully with his family by his side, on 21st April 2023 at University Hospital of Wales. Chris, aged 76, of Radyr, Cardiff, devoted husband of Susan, loving Father of James and Sarah, respected Father-in-Law of Darren and much loved Grandad of Chloe and Poppy. Funeral on Thursday 25th May. Service at Wesley Methodist Church, Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff at 1.00pm, Committal at Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff at 2.15pm. Family Flowers only, donations in memory of Chris to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) - https://chriskolmar.muchloved.com. Arrangements by Ivor Thomas Funerals of Cardiff.
Roger John Lawton
of Derwent Close, Thornhill passed away peacefully on Friday 5th May 2023 at The University Hospital of Wales. Roger will be sadly missed by his wife, many friends and all who knew him. Funeral service to take place on Friday 26th May 2023 at the Briwnant Chapel Thornhill, Thornhill Road, Cardiff, CF14 9UA at 2.15pm.
Mary Dianne Macmillan (aka Hill)
(aka Hill) Dianne passed away peacefully at her home on 11th May 2023 with her loving daughter Tracey McLenachan by her side. A loving mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister and mother in law. Dianne will be dearly missed by all her family and all of her many friends. Funeral service to be held on Monday 12th June 2023 at the Wenallt Chapel Thornhill, Thornhill Road CF14 9UA at 2.45pm followed by woodland burial at 3.30pm. All are invited to the Manor Parc Hotel, Thornhill Road CF14 9UA for a celebration of Dianne's life. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Salvation Army.
Joan Eileen Mccarthy
Passed away peacefully at UHW on 2nd May 2023 Much loved wife of Tony. Cherished mum to Christopher, Robert, Steven and Rachel and special mother-in-law to Ali, Emily, Christine and Mark. Adored Nan to David, Max, Connaugh, Joe, Lydia, Matthew, Sam and Maisy. Joan will be deeply missed by her sisters Pam and Carole, her brother Brian, their partners and all her family and friends. May she rest in eternal peace. Resting at Pidgeons Funeral Home until her funeral mass at St Peters RC Church, Roath at 10am Wednesday 24 May 2023, followed by interment at Northern Cemetery at 11.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu can be made to City Hospice, Whitchurch Hospital Grounds, Park Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff CF14 7BF or at www.cityhospice.org.uk
Kate Ellen (Kit) O'brien (nee Owen)
O'BRIEN Kate Ellen (nee Owen) ('Kit') Sadly passed away aged 89 at University Hospital Llandough on Friday 5th May, 2023. Much loved wife of the late Patrick, and cherished Mum to Nicola and Simon. Adored and respected mother-in-law to Steve and Maria. Proud Nan to Adam, Michael, Gareth, Carys and Dylan, who doted on her. She will be greatly missed. The Funeral Service will be held at Cardiff and Glamorgan Crematorium, Port Road East, Barry on Wednesday 24th May at 1.00pm. Flowers from immediate family only, please. Donations if desired to The Alzheimer's Society, Oldwell Court, Ty Gwyn Road, Penylan, Cardiff. CF23 5DA.
Christina Anita (Tina) Powell (nee Reed)
(nee Reed) (Tina) On Wednesday 3rd May, Tina of Kilgetty Close, passed away peacefully at the University Hospital of Wales, aged 80 years. Devoted wife to the late Albert, beloved mum to Stephen, Maria, Lisa and Darran, cherished nan and grandma to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren and a cherished sister of Avril and the late Patty, Brian and Jacky. Funeral service on Thursday 25th May at the Church of the Resurrection at 2:30pm, followed by the interment at Western Cemetery at 3:30pm. On behalf of the family we ask if you can wear a splash of African Violet as this was Tina's favourite colour. Enquiries to Pidgeons of Cardiff on tel 02920 226604. Mum could you come back and stay a while, We want to hear your voice and see you smile, We want to hold you tight and never let go, And tell you how much we love you so. Stephen, Maria, Lisa, and Darran.
Christina Anita (Tina) Powell (nee Reed)
(Tina) Sail on silver girl, Sail on bye, Your time has come for you to shine, All your dreams are on there way, Like a bridge over troubled water, I will lay me down! Good night God bless my beautiful sister xxx Farewell but not goodbye xx
Christopher John Puttick
Suddenly passed away at his home aged 59 years. Adored Father of Laura and Jessica. Cherished Son of the late Carol and David. Beloved Brother to Cathy and the late Michael and much-loved Nephew to Pat, Paul and Teddy. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) on Friday 19th May 2023 at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, can be made to Huggard, 47 Tresillian Terrace, Cardiff CF10 5DW or Recovery Cymru via https://localgiving.org/charity/recovery-cymru/ in memory of Chris. Family have requested, if desired, for attendees to wear a splash of colour in celebration of his life. 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.
Kenneth George Rogers
Sadly, Kenneth passed away on Wednesday, 12th April 2023 aged 92 after a short illness. He died peacefully and was surrounded by family who loved him dearly. Devoted husband to his late wife Enid of 67 years; proud and loving father to Janet, Robert and Julia and their spouses, Valerie and Hugh; grandad extraordinaire to his six grandchildren; great grandad to his two beautiful great grandchildren; brother to the late Roy, brother-in-law, uncle and friend - he was much loved and will be missed by all. The funeral service will take place at Christ Church, Radyr, Cardiff on Friday, 26th May 2023 at 10.30am followed by a committal at Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium. Donations if desired to Ty Hafan Children's Hospice
Catherine Pamela (Pam) Storm
(Pam) Passed away peacefully at St David's Hospital. Beloved Wife of the late John, Adored Mum of Nicola and the late Neil, Cherished Nan of Sam and Ben. Pam will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service to be held at 1:30pm on Tuesday 6th June at the Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Thornhill Road, Cardiff, CF14 9UA. Everyone is invited to join for refreshments afterwards at The Ffynon Wen. Family flowers only by request, donations to be made in lieu of flowers to City Hospice.
Margaret Kennedy (nee Rickers) Summerhayes
(nee Rickers) Peacefully on May 9th at Regency Care Home, Ely, Cardiff. Margaret aged 98, widow of Elwyn. Mother to Margaret and Carol. Mother-in-law to Douglas and Christopher. Grandmother to James, Adam, Rachel, Ben and Grace. Great-grandmother to Theo, Amelia, Noah, Zac, Erin, Ralph and Isla. Resting at White Rose Funerals, Splott until the funeral service at St Saviour's Church, Splott on Thursday 1st June at 12:45pm followed by a committal at Thornhill Crematorium, Briwnant Chapel. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Dementia Society.
William Geoffrey Howard (Howard) Thomas
(Howard) Sadly passed away on 26 April 2023, aged 95 Years. Dearly loved and missed by all his family. Funeral service to take place at Thornhill Crematorium on Thursday 25 May at 11:45am. Family flowers only by request. Donations in memory of Howard, if desired, would be appreciated for Velindre Fundraising, via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/ 31-33 St Isan Rd, Heath Cardiff, CF14 4LU 02920 524200
Lesley Williams
Passed away peacefully on 27th April, aged 77 years. Widow of the late Roger. She will be very sadly missed by all her family and friends. Graveside Service to be held at Cardiff Natural Burial Meadow, Coedarhydyglyn Park, St Nicholas, Cardiff, CF5 6SG on Tuesday 23rd May at 11.30am. No flowers by request, donations if desired to The City Hospice Cardiff, Whitchurch Hospital Grounds. Park Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 7BQ. Enquiries to Pidgeons of Cardiff on Tel 02920 226604.
Robert Alun Williams
Suddenly passed away at home on 26th April 2023, Aged 68. Rob was a beloved Husband to Maria, Father to 3 Daughters Cathryn, Sally & Jessica, Brother to Roger & Ceri, and a loving Taid to Carys, Rhys, Evan, Morgan, & Nansi. He will be deeply missed by al his family and many friends. Resting in the care of Green Willow Funerals until his Funeral Service which will be held on Thursday 18th May at The Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill, Cardiff at 1:15pm. We ask for family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory of Rob may be made on the day to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. All enquiries to Green Willow Funerals 02920 524200.
Mavis Willis (Formerly Horton, nee Edwards)
(Formerly Horton, nee Edwards) Dearly loved sister of Carol and sister-in-law of the late David. Much loved aunt to Wayne, Lorraine, Yvonne and Paul. Will miss you Mave and our Friday jaunts into town. Goodnight God Bless.
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