These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements for the Valleys and Bridgend made between January 14 and January 21 this week on WalesOnline.
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Eric Ralph Dawkes
Peacefully passed away on the 6th of January in the Heath Hospital, Cardiff. Born in Willesden, London, Eric spent much of his childhood in Scotland before becoming a proud member of the Merchant Navy. Whilst traveling the world, he met his wife to be Betty in New Zealand and fell in love with both. They married and brought up their family in his beloved New Zealand. When the children were older they divided their time between New Zealand and the UK, finally settling in South Wales in 2005. Eric was extremely proud of his work within Aberdare College of Further Education on Cwmdare Road. He spent his last years in Mountain Ash. He was much loved and will be much missed.
Dilwyn Glyndwr Scourfield
Peacefully, on 1st January 2022, in hospital, Dilwyn of Llanharry. Beloved husband of the late Patricia, loving father of Jacqueline, Julia, Andrew and Beverley, dear brother to John, Clifford and Clive, and much loved grampy to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral Monday 24th January, service at Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 2.15pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for British Heart Foundation or Macmillan Cancer Support c/o W.H Preene & Son Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Tel: 01443 223368
Dennis Greedy
Peacefully on 17th December at Llandough Hospital, Dennis, formerly of Old Station House, Glan Y Llyn, Taffs Well. Loving husband of the late Dorothy, devoted dad of Annette and Suzanne, much loved grandad to Charlotte and Emily and father-in-law to Sean. Beloved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Forever in our hearts Funeral service on Monday 24th January at 11.00am at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel Family flowers only, donations in memory of Dennis direct to Ty Hafan Hayes Road, Sully, CF64 5XX
Huw William Hopkin
In loving memory of Huw, late of Llys-faen, Groesfaen who suddenly passed away 4th January 2022. Loving husband to the late Mari, precious wonderful father to Sian and Rhodri, caring father-in law to Aled and utterly beloved Taid to Joel and Hope. Cherished brother to Susan and son of the late Elfyn and Kate Annie Hopkin. The most wonderful, kind gentleman who meant so much to so many. Our loss is immeasurable, he showed so much love to his family and always put them first. A talented and much admired Head Chef for many years at The Barn at Mwyndy. He always made everybody he met feel special. Funeral Thursday 20th January, service at Hope Penuel Presbyterian Chapel, Pontyclun at 11.00am followed by interment at Babel Churchyard, Groesfaen at 12 noon. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for the Trussell Trust c/o W.H Preene & Son Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Tel: 01443 223368
Peter Malcolm Wilce
Sadly passed away suddenly on 22nd December, aged 82, at Prince Charles Hospital Merthyr Tydfil. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him and cared for him. Funeral Service to take place at Llwydcoed Crematorium on Monday 24th January at 1:30 pm. Donations, if desired, to SCOPE. All enquiries to Aberfan Funeralcare inc. Gilbert James Funeral Directors. Tel 01443 690607.
Jean Frances Alford
Peacefully on 12th January at Foxtroy Care Home, Tondu, Jean, aged 82 years, formerly of Pencoed. Dearly beloved wife of the late Arthur, much loved mother of Mark, Kim, and Debbie, mother-in-law of Ross, loving Nan of Kevin, Cerys, Ieuan, Stevie, and Nate, great-grandmother of Preston, Faith, Arthur, and Joseph, and a dear sister of Cedric and Susan. Jean will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 1st February. Service and cremation at Coychurch Crematorium at 1.45pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be made to Stroke Association Wales c/o Mel & Ron Watkins Funeral Services, 2, Hilda House, The Square, Pencoed, Bridgend, CF35 5NP. Tel: 01656 860545.
Ivy Veronica Giles
Peacefully on 8th January 2022, in hospital, Ivy of Merthyr Street, Pontyclun: beloved wife of the late Gordon, loving mother of Derek and Marilyn, dear mother-in-law of Beryl, and much loved grandmother of Simon, James, Chris and Matthew. Will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 26th January 2022, service at Bethel Baptist Church, Pontyclun at 10.00am followed by interment at St Anne's Churchyard, Talygarn. Flowers and inquiries to W.H. Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Tel: 01443 223368
Mair Elizabeth Powell
Mair passed away peacefully at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital on Thursday 6th January 2022, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of (the late) Leslie, mother to Geraint and Gran to Emily & Elizabeth. The funeral service will take place at Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 11.30am on Friday 4th February. Family flowers only and by prior arrangement, and donations if so desired to The Encephalitis Society c/o W H Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Tel: 01443 223368.
Frederick Andrew Robinson (Fred )
Former Royal Artillery Peacefully on 10th January 2022 in the Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend, Fred of Shakespeare Avenue, Cefn Glas. Beloved husband of Irene, dearly loved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather. "Fred will be loved and missed by all his family and his many friends" Fred will be resting in the D H Wilde Chapel of Rest, Mawdlam until the funeral on Wednesday 26th January 2022. Service in St Illtyd's Church, Newcastle Hill, Bridgend at 12 noon followed by interment in Bridgend Cemetery at 1pm. Family flowers only, but donations please if desired to the Royal British Legion Supporter Care, 199 Borough High Street, London, SE1 1AA. Further enquiries to Adrian Oliver Funeral Director Bridgend 01656 665403
Gwyneth Margaret Morgan
(Of Pantyrawel Farm, Pantyrawel) Sadly, on 4th January 2022 with her family, Gwyneth passed away. Beloved wife of the late Howell, much loved mother of Philip and Gareth, loving grandmother and great grandmother will be greatly missed and loved by all family and friends. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday 25th January 2022 at Salem Chapel, Pencoed at 1pm followed by interment in Glynogwr Cemetery at 2pm. Family flowers only but donations kindly accepted to Alzheimer's Society c/o Riverside Funeral Services, Ogmore Vale, CF327AL. Tel No (01656)849036
Roy Morgan
Suddenly on Saturday 25th December 2021, Roy of Woodlands Park, Kenfig Hill. Beloved husband of Myrtle, dearly loved father of Carol, much loved grandfather of Andrew and Sally, great-grandfather of Toby and Heidi. Funeral service and cremation at Margam Crematorium on Friday 21st January at 1.45pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to Velindre c/o E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors 39 Bridge Street Kenfig Hill Bridgend, CF33 6DB
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