These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices for Cardiff made between October 21 and October 27 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. In order of most recently announced:
Colin Adams
Peacefully, on Thursday 6th October, Colin passed away at the University Hospital of Wales, Aged 79. Devoted husband of the late Barbara, father of Susan and the late Gareth, father-in-law of Chris, loving Papa to David, James, Ben, Chloe & Beth and will be sadly missed by his great grandchildren, sister, nieces & nephews. The funeral service will take place on Friday 4th November at Cardiff & Glamorgan Crematorium, Port Road East, Wenvoe at 1.00pm. Donations, if so desired, can be made in Colin's memory directly to Dementia UK, 7th Floor, One Aldgate, London, EC3N 1RE. All enquiries can be made to David Monk-Roberts, Funeral Director, Pidgeons of Cardiff, Tel 02920 226604.
Eileen Hopkins
Passed away peacefully with family by her side, aged 80 years. Devoted Wife of Des. Precious Mammy of Kevin, Mansel and Sharon. Loved Mother in Law of Peter. Cherished Nanny of Rachel, Philip, Nicola and Mitch. Adored Nanny of Great Granddaughter Anwen, the light of her life. Eileen will be loved and missed by all her family and friends. Eileen will be resting at D H Wilde Chapel of Rest until the funeral on Thursday 3rd November 2022, in Margam Crematorium at 1.45pm. All enquiries to Emma Evans Funeral Director, Tel; 01656 740070.
Edward Hopkins
Passed away peacefully at home in Llwynypia, on Wednesday 19th October aged 82 years. Beloved husband to Mary, and adored father to Simon and father-in-law to Shelley. Loving grandfather to Ellis and Charles. Edward will be fondly remembered by the communities he served as a public servant which include, Rhondda Polar Bears Disabled Swimming Club, past Mayor of Rhondda Borough Council (1983-84). Chairman Friends of Y Bwthyn, President Gelli Park Bowls Club, and Chairman Rhondda Constituency Labour Party Tonypandy ward. Funeral service on Thursday 3rd November at 12.15pm, St Cynons Church, Llwynypia, followed by cremation at Glyntaff Crematorium at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, can be made in Edward's memory to Friends of Y Bwthyn and Velindre Cancer Centre. All enquiries to Paul Williams & Sons, 2 Brook St, Ystrad, Pentre CF41 7RB.
Dorothy Martin
(nee Woodward) Peacefully on the 14th October in the loving care of Penylan Nursing Home Dorothy, devoted wife of the late Roy, loving mother of Lynne, dear mother-in-law of Tony, treasured grandma to Scott and Robin and proud great grandma of Sophie. Dorothy will be greatly missed by all family and friends. Forever in our hearts. Funeral service on Monday 7th November 2022 at the Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 3.45pm. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Cancer Research Wales. Enquiries to James Summers Funeralcare, Roath Court, Newport Road, Cardiff CF24 1XP. Tel: 029 20484506.
Margaret Pearce
Died, suddenly at home aged 85. Margaret (formerly Frost), of Rhiwbina, Cardiff, formerly of Stapleford, Cambridge, was predeceased by her husbands Robin Frost and Jack Pearce, also by her eldest daughter Victoria Hughes. Margaret was born in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent. In her teens her family moved to Shropshire, where Margaret attended the Priory School for Girls in Shrewsbury. After graduating from Whiteland's College in London, Margaret and Robin moved to Cambridge, where Margaret taught Biology at Sawston Village College and rose to the post of Deputy Headmistress. She remained at the school until her retirement. Margaret was very active in the community, participating in guiding and local amateur dramatics. After her retirement she was able to indulge her love of travel. She met her second husband while on vacation in Sicily, and they married in 1999, when Margaret relocated to Cardiff. She and Jack explored the world on many happy vacations, and they particularly enjoyed cruising. She is survived by her daughter Emma, granddaughter Lucy Hughes, brother Richard Williams, and several nieces and nephews. Margaret was very loved and will be missed dearly by family and friends. Her funeral will be held at 1:30pm on 3rd November, 2022 at Thornhill Crematorium, Briwnant Chapel, Cardiff CF14 9UA, United Kingdom. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to The Magog Trust www.magogtrust.org.uk/
Marion Williams
Peacefully with her family on 18th October, Marion, dearly loved and devoted wife of the late John, much loved mother of the late Clive, Huw and Andrew and cherished grandma and great grandma. Funeral service to be held at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) on Wednesday 2nd November at 1:15 pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 2-4 Heathwood Road, Birchgrove, Cardiff CF14 4XE Tel: 02922 093388.
James Patrick Arundel
It is with sadness that the family of James (Jimmy) announce that he peacefully passed away at home on 12th October 2022, aged 82 years. Loving father of Deborah, Marc, Dean & James, much loved father-in-law, grandfather & great grandfather. Funeral service will take place Tuesday 1st November at Thornhill Crematorium (Briwnant Chapel) at 10.30am. Family flowers only please, any kind donations in lieu of flowers to Velindre Cancer Care, FAO Fundraising Department, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 2TL. Donations/tributes can also be made via www.colesfuneraldirectors.co.uk/funeral-notices-rumney/ All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 792 Newport Road, Rumney, Cardiff, CF3 4FH, Tel: 02920 797 516.
Carole Anne Hill
Passed away suddenly at home on the 4th October 2022, Carole, aged 78 years. Beloved wife of Mervyn; loving Mum of Scott and Jamie; wonderful Mother in law of Jon and Becky and a cherished Nan of Zak, Dan, Eva, Violet and Fraser. Carole will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Resting at A J Stone & William Ham Funeral Directors, 1a Neville Street, Canton, CF11 6LP, until her funeral service on Wednesday, 2nd November at Thornhill Crematorium, Briwnant Chapel at 11.15am.
Alan Rowland
Passed away suddenly, but peacefully, on 27th September aged 79 years. Devoted husband of Ruth. Much loved friend to many. Funeral service to be held on Thursday 3rd November at 12:30 at Gwent Crematorium. At the request of Alan there are to be no flowers, but donations would be appreciated to St David's Hospice via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/
Hazel Bolwell
(née Bellamy) Passed away peacefully on 15th October 2022. A much loved wife, sister, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. There will be a private funeral service Donations in memory of Hazel would be welcomed for The Dogs Trust, Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity or RNIB online at www.hazelbolwell.muchloved.com All enquiries Parkman Funeral Home, 19, Camms Corner, Dinas Powys CF64 4QY 02922 362101
Jean Griffiths
On Friday 14th October Jean sadly but peacefully passed away at the UHW in Cardiff. Devoted wife to the late Mervyn, beloved mother to Mike and Carol, much loved mother in law to Maureen and the late Mike, treasured nannie to Ceri, Gareth, Danielle, Rhiannon and Leo. Jean will be dearly missed by all her family and friends. Resting at James Summers Funeralcare on Newport Road until her funeral service which will be held on Thursday 3rd November at 15:30pm in The Wenallt Chapel in Thornhill Crematorium. Donations can be made in memory of Jean to the Alzheimer's Society www.alzheimers.org.uk.
Joyce Valerie Harris
Sadly, on Saturday 1st October, Joyce passed away at her home, Aged 92. Devoted wife of the late Dave, sister of Doug and the late John, sister-in-law of Maureen and a beloved aunt to Kevin, Chris, Suzanne, Andrew and families. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 1st November at the Church Of The Resurrection, Grand Avenue, Ely at 11.00am, followed by committal at Cardiff and Glamorgan Crematorium, Port Road, Wenvoe at 12noon. Family flowers only, donations, if so desired, can be made in Joyce's memory to The British Red Cross, UK Office, 44 Moorfields, London EC2Y 9AL. All enquiries can be made to David Monk-Roberts, Funeral Director, Pidgeons of Cardiff, Tel 02920 226604.
Christine Hullin
(née Fuller) Peacefully at home in Old Saint Mellons, Cardiff on 12th October 2022. Much loved wife of David; sorely missed by family and friends. Resting at James Summers Funeral Home, Roath Court, Newport Road, Cardiff, CF24 1XP (Tel: 029 2048 4506) to whom further enquiries can be made. Funeral service on Wednesday 2nd November at The Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff at 11:45 am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Guide Dogs for the Blind can be made directly to the charity but a collection box will also be available at the crematorium.
Steve Saunders
It is with great sadness that Helen announces the peaceful passing of her beloved husband, Steve of Miskin (previously Pontcanna) on 12th October aged 72 years. Loving father to Colin, Stephen and Rhiannon, much loved Gramps to all his Grandchildren, son of the late Eddie and Frances and brother of Roger. Resting at J.Pidgeon and Son Funeral Directors until his funeral at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) on Thursday 3rd November at 11.00am, afterwards at the Pendragon, Escalibur Drive, CF14 9BB. With special thanks to the staff on Ward 8, ITU and HDU at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant for their wonderful care. Also many thanks to the Paramedic and Ambulance staff who attended his home and to friends and neighbours for their cards and flowers. Immediate family flowers only, but donations can be made to a charity of your choice if desired. Enquiries to Pidgeons of Cardiff on Tel 02920 226604.
Dillwyn Jenkins
Loving husband to the late Gillian Jenkins. Devoted Father to Nicko, Catherine, Dianna and Lesley, and also a loving Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. Dillwyn's funeral will be held on 31st October 2022 at 13:30 in A J Stone and William Ham's Chapel, Canton followed by Interment at Western Cemetery at 14:30.
Thomas Hywel John Powell (Known as John Powell) Peacefully at the University Hospital of Wales, on October 14th 2022, John passed away after a short illness. Beloved husband of Sheila, loving Father of Mark, Father-in-law to Fiona, and cherished Pappy to Cerys and Sophie. John will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral will be held on Monday October 31st at 11am, at the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu to the British Heart Foundation.
Hywel Davies
Suddenly and unexpectedly on 4th October, Hywel, 68, beloved husband of Rachel, devoted father of Liam, Joseph and Sarah, adored tadcu of Abernathy. A celebration of Hywel's life will be held on Monday 31st October at 11:45am in the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium. Family flowers only. All enquiries to Green Willow Funerals Ltd 31-33 St Isan Rd, Heath Cardiff, CF14 4LU 02920 524200
Colin Halbert
Peacefully passed away on October 7th at the University Hospital of Wales aged 82 years, surrounded by his loving family. Devoted husband to Claire, treasured Dad to Anthony, John, Julie and Paul. Much loved father-in-law to Deborah, Jason and Sara. A cherished Grandad to his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the Requiem Mass to be held on Friday 28th October 2022 at St Brigid's Catholic Church at 10.15am, prior to committal at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) at 11.45am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of floral tribute if desired may be sent to Dementia Cymru, Floor 5, Number 2 Capital Quarter, Tyndall Street, Cardiff, CF10 4BZ in memory of Colin. Donations/tributes can also be made via www.colesfuneraldirectors.co.uk/funeral-notices-birchgrove/ All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 2-4 Heathwood Road, Birchgrove, Cardiff, CF14 4XE, Tel: 02922 093388.
Dorothy Scantlebury
Passed away peacefully on the 13th October, aged 85 years, at Llandough Hospital. Cherished and beloved wife of Ray. Much loved mum to Robert and Nicola and mother-in-law to Lisa and Peter. Wonderful nan to Aiyana and Aalecia. Loved sister to Mary. Dorothy will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Resting at A G Adams Funeralcare until the Funeral Service on 8th November at 2pm at Cardiff and Glamorgan Crematorium.
Stephen Thomas
Passed away peacefully on the 8th October. Loving husband to Deborah and cherished father to Claire and Mark. Funeral service to take place at Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff, CF14 9UA on Wednesday the 26th October at 11:45am. Family flowers only. Please can any donations wished to be made in lieu of flowers, be made to Ty Hafan in Stephens name.
William Betts
Peacefully on 16th October 2022 William (Billy) aged 81 years. Loved eldest brother to Leanora and Stewart, loved Uncle and Great Uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Billy will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Resting at A G Adams Funeralcare until the service at Cardiff & Glamorgan Crematorium on Friday 11th November at 2pm. Family flowers only donations in lieu if so desired for the RNLI will be collected at the service.
Rachel Janine Cooper
Devastated to announce the passing of Rachel who passed away peacefully at the University Hospital of Wales. Rachel was the much loved partner of Garry, devoted daughter to Christine, loving sister of Sharron and Leanne (and late twin sister of Rachel) and the best aunty to Kayleigh, Craig, Molly, Isabel, Lexie & Macey. Rachel will be sadly missed by her family, friends and her little dog Pete. Resting at J.Pidgeon & Son, Victoria Park, Cardiff (02920 226604) until the funeral service which will take place on Friday 28th October at 2.00pm at the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium. Family flowers only, but donations can be made to Cardiff Dogs Home, Westpoint Industrial Estate, Penarth Road, Cardiff, CF11 8JQ in Rachel's memory.
Alastair Owen Golley
Passed away peacefully on 2nd October 2022 at UHW, aged 89. Dearly loved husband, father and grandfather. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Resting at James Summers Lavernock Court, until the service on Thursday 27th October 11.00am at St Andrews Church followed by Private Interment. Donations in memory of Alastair may be sent to RSPCA.
Geraldine Robins
Our beautiful mother, Geraldine, died peacefully on 6th October, surrounded by the love of her children and family. Loving mother to Marietta, Tasha and Anton, loving grandmother to Hannah, Anton, Cara, Rachael, Cian and Elis, loving great-grandmother to Reuben and a much-loved mother-in-law to Joe and Lauren. Resting at J.Pidgeon & Son until the funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Butetown, on Thursday, 27th October, at 1:00pm, followed by interment at Western Cemetery at 2:30pm. Flowers may be sent to the funeral home.
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