These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements for the Valleys made between February 11 and February 18 on WalesOnline.
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Violet May Rees (Vi)
Formerly of Tyfry Aberdare. Passed peacefully away on February 12 age 102 years, dear mum of the late Barry, grandma to Zoe, Duncan and Kacie and a proud great grandma. The funeral service will take place on March 14 at the Heart of England Crematorium Nuneaton at 12:30. All flowers are welcome but donations if desired are to benefit the residents of MOAT HOUSE All enquiries to Heart of England Co-op Funerals inc A.J.Murray 48 Lower Bond Street, Hinckley LE10 1QU 01455 233974
Margaret Louise Surridge
Passed peacefully in University Hospital Wales on February 2, 2022 aged 79 years. Mum to Julie, Angela and Tracey. Nan to Ceri, Nicholas, Zoe, Kirsty, Gavin, Luke and Samantha. Great nanny to 11, Sister, Aunty and Nanny Mags to everyone. Resting at the Caerphilly Funeral Home before the service on Friday, March 4 at Glyntaff Crematorium 2.15pm. Please wear green or brightly coloured attire. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be made in Maggies memory to Cancer Research UK c/o Caerphilly Funeral Services, 11 Parc Avenue, Crossways, Caerphilly, CF83 3AZ
Mary Eileen Kempster
Peacefully on January 12, 2022, in hospital, Mary of Pontyclun: loving mother of John and Tracey, dear mother-in-law of Maria, grandmother of Scarlett, sister to Glyn, John, Ian and George, and partner to Justin. Will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral Friday, February 18, service at Bethel Baptist Church, Pontyclun at 1.15pm followed by interment at Cefn-y-Parc Cemetery. Flowers or donations to British Heart Foundation c/o W.H. Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Telephone: 01443 223368
Joyce Slade
Peacefully passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. Joyce of Porth will be dearly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral on Friday, February, 18, 2022. Service at St. John's Church, Cymmer at 9:30 am. Followed by cremation Glyntaff Crematorium at 10:30 am. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be sent to Humphreys Funeral Home, 123 North Road, Porth CF39 9SL for Parkinson's UK.
Gwenllian Marian Evans
Peacefully passed away at home on January 29, 2022, aged 101 years. Much loved wife of the late Sidney John and the late Ken Evans, devoted mother to Bernard, Ann and Elizabeth, mother in law to Glenys and Richard, cherished nanny to Louise and Natalie, and Great-grandmother to Luna. Gwen will forever be missed by her family and friends. Resting at Caerphilly Funeral Services, Parc Avenue, Caerphilly CF83 3AZ. Funeral service will take place on the February 21 at 11am at Holy Trinity Church, Ystrad Mynach CF82 7DR followed by the committal. Family flowers only, donations in memory may be made to Alzheimer's Research UK. All enquiries to Caerphilly Funeral Services Tel; 029 2086 2100
Luned Evans
(née Breeze) Castella Ganol, Llantrisant Peacefully on February 1, 2022 at Ty Porth Care Home, just after her 85th birthday. Luned, dear wife of David; daughter of the late Donald and Emma Breeze; well-loved mother and mother-in-law of Alun, Ruth & John, and Geraint & Melanie; devoted Gramma of Rebecca and Bethan. She is very much missed. A private, family-only, committal service will be held at Coychurch Crematorium on Thursday, February 17 at 2:15pm. A public service to celebrate Luned's life will be held on Sunday February, 20 at 2:30pm, in Castellau Congregational Church. All are most welcome to join us for this service, which will be followed by light refreshments in the vestry. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu to Mencap (www.mencap.org.uk), in memory of Luned's long career as a well-respected teacher at Ysgol Ty Coch, Tonteg. "In consideration of older and more vulnerable attendees, the family would be grateful if you ensure you have tested negative for coronavirus before attending".
Robert Carl Roberts
Passed away peacefully on February 5, 2022 following a long illness. Devoted husband to Valerie, much-loved brother to Sonia, adored father to Caron and beloved grandfather to Archie. A very special man who will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral service to be held on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at St. Anne's Church, Talygarn, Pontyclun CF72 9HH at 1:15pm followed by committal at Coychurch Crematorium at 2:45pm Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Carl would be welcomed for Alzheimer's Society online at www.robertcarlroberts.muchloved.com or via the Funeral Director. Parkman Funeral Home, 2, Waunrhydd Road, Tonyrefail CF39 8EN 01443 552101 info@parkmanfunerals.com
Dilys Lee
Peacefully on 3rd February 2022, Dilys of Talbot Green (former proprietor of Lees Newsagents) loving sister of David and the late Mervyn, Gordon, Ivy, Marion and Gwyneth, and much loved aunt to her nieces and nephews. Dilys will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 23rd February, service and cremation at Glyntaff Crematorium, Pontypridd at 12 noon. Flowers or donations to a charity of your choice c/o W.H. Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Telephone: 01443 223368
Alun Thomas
With a heavy heart the family announce the passing of Alun Thomas on Thursday 3rd February 2022, aged 82 years. Beloved husband of Ingrid, and a much loved father of Edward and Anna. Alun will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral Monday 28th February. Service at St. Peter's Church, Brynna at 12.15pm followed by cremation at Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at 1.15pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be made to the British Heart Foundation c/o Mel & Ron Watkins Funeral Services, 2, Hilda House, The Square, Pencoed, Bridgend CF35 5NP. Tel: 01656 860545.
Arthur Aitken
Suddenly but peacefully on 2nd February 2022 at the University Hospital of Wales, Arthur passed away aged 93. Husband of the late Marjorie and beloved soulmate of Margaret for nearly 50 years. A much loved father, grandad, great-grandad and friend to many. Arthur will be missed by all who knew him. Resting at James Summers Funeralcare, Lavernock Road, Penarth CF64 5UP until the funeral service on Thursday 24th February at Cardiff and Glamorgan Crematorium, Barry at 10am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Alzheimer's Society, Scott Lodge, Scott Road, Plymouth PL2 3DU
Trevor Davies
Passed away on January 28th 2022 at Prince Charles Hospital, Trevor of "Cartref", Tir Bach Farm, Trelewis. Beloved husband of Carol, devoted father of Rhian and Emma and dear brother of Joan and family and the late Tom and Jim. Sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Thursday, February 17th, service at "Tir Bach Farm" at 2.00pm followed by burial on the farm. Family flowers only please. Enquiries may made to John Davies and Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 01443 410224
Diane Irene Harris
Peacefully on Monday, January 31, 2022, at Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant, following a long, courageous battle, Diane of Ty Heulog, Pontyclun, aged 63 years. A much loved partner, an adored mother and a truly wonderful lady who will be sorely missed by all who knew her. Resting at the Private Chapel of Rest at Co-op Funeralcare, Tonypandy until her funeral service on Monday, February 21, 2022 at Glyntaff Crematorium, Pontypridd at 11.15. Enquiries: 01443 433288
Joan Henderson
Peacefully passed away on Friday Feb 4th, Joan will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Resting at Coop Funeralcare, Caerphilly until the funeral service Friday Feb 25th at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 14:00pm. Family Flowers only by request. Donations in lieu may be given on the day or made directly to The Salvation Army. Further enquiries to Mark Narraway Mobile - 07814460153.
Dorothy Prescott
(Formerly Hargest Nee: Park) Passed peacefully on 25th January 2022 in UHW aged 83 years. Dorothy of Caerphilly, formerly Tredegar and Merthyr Tydfil and retiree of Alexon Clothing. A much loved Wife of Bryan and cherished Mother and Grandmother. Resting at the Caerphilly funeral home before the service on 25th February at 1.30pm in the Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations instead may be made in Dorothy's memory to Colostomy UK care of Caerphilly Funeral Services, Parc Avenue, Crossways, Caerphilly, CF83 3AZ. Tel: 02920862100
Christine Frances Tickner
Sadly on Friday 28th January Christine passed away aged 67. Devoted wife of the late Robert Tickner. Mum to Julie and Mark, Sister to June and Cheryl, Nan to her six Grandchildren. The Funeral will be held at St John's Church Machen on 17th February at 2pm, followed by the reception at the Top club also in Machen from 2.45pm.
Taliesin Bebb
(Tal) Passed away suddenly on Saturday, 15th January 2022, aged 92 years. Widower of Nancy. Beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather (fondly called Datto). Funeral service at St David's Church Rhymney, at 2.00 pm on Tuesday, 22nd February 2022. Interment to follow at Rhymney Cemetery. Flowers from family only. Charitable donations in lieu of flowers to the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB).
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