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The most recent death notices in Cardiff as families remember loved ones

These are all the loved-ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements for Cardiff made between January 7 and January 13 this week 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 .

You can read all our latest Cardiff stories here.

In order of most recently announced:

Irene JOHN

Irene sadly passed away on the 22nd December 2021, aged 85 years old.

Loving Mum of Sharon, Ian and Karen; cherished Grandma and GG. Irene will be forever missed by all her family and friends.

Resting at D Caesar Jones Funeral Directors, 55 Pantbach Road, Rhiwbina, until her funeral service on Thursday, 20th January at St Brigid's Roman Catholic Church at 11.30am, followed by a committal service at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 12.30pm.

Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, can be sent direct to the Woodland Trust.

Due to current Covid restrictions, attendance to the funeral service is by invitation only.

Maxine MATTHEWS

Maxine passed away on the 27th December 2021.

In loving memory of a dearly loved sister-in-law and aunt, who will live on in our hearts.

Love you Max. From Keith, Robert and Margaret, Margaret and Derek, Brian and Shirley, Linda, Phillip and Linda and their families. R.I.P

Phillip NIHAN

Phillip passed away at Llandough Hospital, aged 75 years, partner to Sheila, loving son to Muriel and Tommy, father to Jackie, Julie, Sharon, Phillip and step daughter Luan and the late step son Leon.

A grandad, great grandad, brother to Alun, Gill and Cheryl, brother-in-law to Ray, Paul, Breda and Brian and sadly missed by all his nieces, nephews and cousins.

You were strong till the end, love and miss you. The funeral service will be held on Friday 21st January at St Davids Church, Ely at 1.30pm, afterwards to Western Cemetery.

Limited amount at the services due to covid restrictions.

Friends of Phil would be welcome at Victoria Park Public House remembering social distancing. The family would like to thank all the doctors and nurses at Llandough Hospital for Phil's care, he always spoke highly of you all.

All enquiries to Pidgeons of Cardiff on Tel. 02920 226604.

Joan NIXON

Passed away peacefully at Quarry Hall Care Home on 24th December 2021, aged 90 years.

Widow of the late Bill, loving sister to Jean and the late Les, Arthur & Eddie. Joan will be very sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Resting at J Pidgeon & Son Ltd, 539 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff CF5 1BD (Tel. 02920 226604) until the funeral service at Thornhill Crematorium Wenallt Chapel, 2.00pm on Thursday 20th January 2022.

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to a charity of your choice.

Kenneth Ernest JAMES

Sadly on 5th January 2022, at University Hospital of Wales aged 92 years.

Beloved Husband of Sonia, Loving Father of Susan, Andrew, Carol and Allison. Devoted Grampy of Phillip, Emma, Kiri and Dale. Great Grampy of James and Rylea.

Will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Resting at James Summers Funeralcare until the funeral service at The Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium on Monday 24th January at 4.15pm.

Doris (Betty) DAVIES

Betty passed away peacefully at St David's Hospital the 17th December, aged 102 years.

Beloved Grandmother and Great-Grandmother, Betty will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Resting at D Caesar Jones Funeral Directors, Pantbach Road, Rhiwbina, until her funeral service on Tuesday, 18th January at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 11.45am.

Family flowers only, donations, if so desired, can be sent direct to Cancer Research Wales. Due to Covid restrictions, attendance to the funeral is by invitation only.

James (Jim) DENNING

Christine, wife of the late Jim Denning, would like to thank all neighbours, friends and family for the many messages of sympathy received at this sad time.

Special thanks to John and Carol Bramhall, Sue and Ken Colderly, Jim's ex colleagues South Wales Police, Thursday morning group, Miskin Mill.

Everyone for the charitable donations to Marie Curie, Penarth. All who attended the church and crematorium. The Canon Jan Gould for taking the service.

Also Green Willow Funeral Directors for their professional services.

Morwen HIGHAM

Morwen Higham peacefully passed away at her home with her family by her side on Sunday 2nd January 2022, aged 94 years.

Beloved wife of the late Reverend William Vernon Higham, loving mother of Dewi, Sioned and Alun, dear mother-in-law of Mairi and Helen and much loved grandmother and great-grandmother.

Funeral service to take place on Wednesday 19th January at 10.30am, at Tabernacle Cardiff, Pen-Y-Wain Rd, Roath, Cardiff, CF24 4GG. Followed by graveside service by invitation only at Pantmawr Cemetery.

If you wish to attend the funeral service at the church please book in advance by contacting the family. Family flowers only, donations kindly received in memory of Morwen to WVHigham Trust / Primacy Care.

Marelyne Elizabeth LEWIS

Peacefully on Monday, 20th December 2021, at Holme Towers, Marelyne aged 86 years of Heol Yr Odyn, Caerau, Cardiff.

Beloved wife of the late Bryan. Loving mum of Suzanne, Debra, Karen, Mark and the late Andrea. Respected Mother-in-law to Brian, Bill and Jan. Cherished Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Aunt. Mal will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service will be held in adherence to Covid 19 Restrictions at Cardiff & Glamorgan Crematorium on Thursday 27th January 2022 by invitation only. Family flowers only but donations in lieu, if so desired, to Marie Curie at mariecurie.org.uk.

Elizabeth (Betty) MEAZEY

Betty, beloved wife of the late John, sadly passed away peacefully at Ty Enfys Care Home, Cardiff on the 2nd January 2022, aged 95.

She is survived by her nieces Catherine and Jenny, by her nephew David and extended families.

Betty has been supported over many years by her cousin Kay and devoted friends Vernice and Pascale.

A Private Service will take place on Monday 17th January at 2:15pm in the Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to The Alzheimer's Society.

John Henry MONK

Peacefully on 23rd December 2021, John passed away at UHW, aged 85 years.

Adored Husband to the late Beryl, Dad of Nigel, Brother to Connie, Pauline and Len and special Grandad to Alfie.

Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Monday 17th January 2022 at Thornhill Crematorium (Wenallt Chapel) at 10.15am.

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of floral tributes if desired may be sent to Marie Curie Hospice, Bridgeman Road, Penarth, CF64 3YR in memory of John.

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

Samantha MORGAN

Samantha Morgan (Family handout)

On 17th December 2021, sadly after a long illness, Samantha passed away at home with family and friends.

A beautiful daughter to Tina and the late Gary, sister to Kristina, sister-in-law to Jamie, aunty to Nicholas and a niece to Paul.

Will be sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral is on Thursday 13th Jan 2022 at 1.15pm Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff.

Family flowers only. A special thank you to all staff at Whitebarn for their care and support to Samantha.

John David SELLWOOD

Passed away at home on Wednesday the 29th of December.

Beloved father of Kim & Rhys and adored grandfather to Leah, Ryan, Amy, Lucy, Emlyn & Betsan; he will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Funeral service is to be on Thursday 20th January at 11.45am; however due to covid restrictions it is by invitation only.

If you would like to watch online, please contact Ivor Thomas Funerals on 02921690022 for further information.

No flowers by family request, donations in lieu to be made to the Cardiff City Foundation.

June SEXTON

Peacefully on 23rd December aged 84.

Beloved Mum of Susan, Stephen, Ceri, Dawn and Lezley. Much loved Nan and Grandy, dear sister to Graham and Jackie.

Funeral service to be held at Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium at 3.30pm on Tuesday 18th January.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Macmillan Cancer Wales. All enquiries to Green Willow Funerals, St Isan Rd, Heath Cardiff CF14 4LU. Tel: 02920 524200.

John Haydn SUMMERS

John passed away peacefully, after a long illness, on Sunday 2nd January 2022 at UHW Cardiff aged 79 years.

Father to Michael and Wendy, much loved brother to Angela and uncle to Deborah, Nick and Catherine. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Resting at Green Willow Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Tuesday 18th January 9.45am, Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill, followed by interment at Thornhill.

Family flowers only. Any enquiries to Green Willow Funeral, Eclipse House, Coronation Road, Birchgrove Cardiff. Tel 02920 524200.

Avril BARNES

Passed away peacefully at University Hospital of Wales on December 20th, aged 79 years.

Much loved mum to Stephen, Gareth, Andrew and the late Ann and Nigel. Also a loving grandmother and great grandmother who will be very sadly missed by her family and friends.

Resting at J.Pidgeon & Son, 539 Cowbridge Road East, Victoria Park, Cardiff until her service at St Patricks Church, Grangetown on Wednesday 19th January at 12.45pm, afterwards to Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel.

No flowers by request. Donations if desired for City Hospice, Whitchurch Hospital Grounds, Park Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 7BQ. All enquiries to Pidgeons of Cardiff on 02920 226604.

Brian BURNETT

Brian Burnett (Family handout)

Dearly loved brother of Joan.

Thinking of our school days. How you used to pass me all the right answers. Our love of baseball. You've been the best brother. Going carol singing and spending the money on sweets and chocolate. Lots of laughs at the disco.

Condolences and love to your perfect wife Sandra and your most beautiful kids I've ever seen.

God bless Bri, RIP. Joan, Paul and family xxx.

Linda CLEARY

Passed away on 28th December 2021 aged 66 years.

A devoted wife to the late David, a loving mother to Christopher & Sarah, a cherished Nanny to Henry & Alfie.

Resting at James Summers Roathcourt Funeralcare, until the service at Thornhill Crematorium Wenallt Chapel on Thursday 20th January 2022 at 4.15pm.

Family flowers only donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Lymphoma Support Network using www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lindacleary.

Ruby Joyce CLEMENTS

Always in our hearts. Never to be forgotten. Love - David, Brian, Sandra, Terry, Sylvia, Michael and Family xx.

John Louis HELLERMAN

Sadly, on the 28th of December John passed away at Llandough Hospital, aged 79 years.

Devoted husband to the late Marina. Beloved dad to John and Denise, father-in-law to Andrew and Mark, cherished grandad to Kirsty and Becky and great grandfather to Alex and Ari.

The Funeral service will take place at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel on Tuesday 18th January at 10:15am. All enquiries can be made to Callum Bradshaw, Funeral Director, Pidgeons of Cardiff 02920 226604.

Brian JEFFREYS

Passed away peacefully at his home on 31st December, aged 81 years.

Loving father to Mark, Barry and Katy. Brian will be very sadly missed.

Resting at J.Pidgeon & Son, 539 Cowbridge Road East, Victoria Park, Cardiff until a private family funeral.

Flowers may be sent to the funeral home on the morning of Tuesday 18th January.

Enquiries to Pidgeons of Cardiff on 02920 226604.

Maxine MATTHEWS

Peacefully passed away on 27th December, aged 62 years.

Beloved wife to Vic, beloved mum to Elaine, Charlene, Helen and the late Cherylann and a beloved nan to Paige, Rhiannon, Travis, Harper, Harrison and Hudson.

The funeral service will be held at St Johns Church, Canton on Wednesday 19th January at 10.45am, followed by Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 12.30pm.

The family have requested traditional attire or a pastel coloured top to be worn please.

Donations can be made directly to Marie Curie, Holme Tower, Bridgeman Road, Penarth, CF64 3YR or flowers may be sent to the funeral home. All enquiries to Pidgeons of Cardiff on Tel. 02920 226604.

Arthur Jeffrey STEVENS

Arthur died peacefully on 29th December 2021 while being looked after by the caring staff of East Wing, Llandough Hospital.

Arthur leaves a devoted family: his twin brother John; Lara his niece and her husband Sam together with their children, Marley and Freddie; sister-in-law Gaynor and her partner, David and in Australia his two great nieces, Rachel and Lucy. His older sister Margaret passed away before Arthur - as did his beloved younger sister, Ceridwen and beloved younger brother, Frederic (Fred).

Arthur was a legend among his many friends in St Mellons; he will be much missed for his knowledge about rugby, football and horses.

Most of all the affection and laughter which he created and followed him wherever he went.

Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Monday 17th January 2022 at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 2.45pm.

Family flowers only. All enquiries to Coles Funeral Directors, 792 Newport Road, Rumney, Cardiff, CF3 4FH, Tel: 02920 797 516.

Marion TABERO

Sadly, on Wednesday 15th December, Marion passed away at the University Hospital of Wales, Aged 90.

Devoted wife of the late Jan, much loved mum to Andrzej and Ian, mother-in-law to Sylvia and Grandma to Katy and Alex. Elder sister to Lila, John and Joy.

The funeral will take place on Friday 14th January at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 10.15am, followed by the interment at Western Cemetery.

The family apologise that attendance is by invitation only due to Covid restrictions. If you knew Marion, please raise a toast to her on the day.

If you wish to donate to Macmillan, please do so in her name. All enquiries can be made to David Monk-Roberts, Funeral Director, Pidgeons of Cardiff, 02920 226 604.

Dorothy DANIEL

Dorothy Daniel (Family handout)

Peacefully in her own home with her daughters at her side, Dorothy Daniel passed away on Thursday 30th December.

Beloved wife of the late Colin Daniel; mother to Laura, Anna and Emma; mother-in-law to Mark, Nik and Geoff; grandmother to Stephen, Daniel, Savannah, Connor, Alex, Keiron and Ashley; great grandmother to Ava and Jack.

Funeral for close family only. No floral tributes please. Tribute donations if desired to thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk

Avril Diane LLOYD

Avril passed away peacefully, aged 76 years, at home on Friday, December 24th 2021 with her loving family at her side.

Avril was a beloved wife and soulmate of Trevor for over 56 years; the greatly loved mum of Sally, Stephen, John and Peter; a dearly loved support, guide and confidante to Sarah, Lisa and Jake as well as her wider family and friends.

No flowers please, but Avril wished for any donations in lieu to go to St David's Hospice.

Resting at Green Willow Funeral Home 31-33 St Isan Rd Heath until the Funeral Service at All Saints Church, Rhiwbina, Cardiff CF14 6NB on Monday, January 17th at 10.00am followed by a short committal service at the Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium.

Please follow appropriate Covid-19 mask and distancing requirements at both venues. All enquiries to Green Willow Funerals, 31-33 St Isan Rd, Heath, Cardiff, CF14 4LU.Tel: (029) 20524200

Margaret (Peggy) TOWNEND

Died peacefully at Ely Court Care Home on 4th January, Margaret aged 101 years, widow of Kenneth, much loved mother to Roger, a loved mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother.

Private service and family flowers only.

Donations in lieu to RNIB, Jones Court, Womanby Street, Cardiff, CF10 1BR. The family would like to thank all at Ely Court for their loving care and compassion to Peggy. All enquiries to Pidgeons of Cardiff on Tel. 02920 226604.

Robert Whitelaw DUNN

Robert suddenly passed away on Wednesday 22nd December 2021 at UHW Cardiff aged 66 years.

Wonderful husband to Penny, loving dad to Michael and Elizabeth, best Grampa to Carys, Ffion, William, Isabelle and Erin, much loved brother to John, brother-in-law to Betsan and Susan, uncle to Becky, Catherine, Philip and Christopher, father-in-law to Andrew and Liz.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Resting at Green Willow Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Monday 17th January 12:30pm, Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers to British Heart Foundation. Any enquiries to Green Willow Funeral, Eclipse House, Coronation Road, Birchgrove Cardiff. Tel 02920 524200.

We would like to thank the staff of B3 critical care unit who looked after him with care and dignity.

Owain Maelgwyn JONES

It is with great sadness that the family announce the sudden passing of Maelgwyn age 62 years. Only son of the late Gwilym and Margaret (Pegi) Jones of 168 Caerphilly Road, Cardiff and later Llandudno. The funeral service will be held at St Hilary's Church, Llandudno on Wednesday 12th January at 10.30 am. Donations in Maelgwyn's memory to RNLI please.

Owain Jones (Family handout)

William John PHILLIPS

Bill Passed into God's keeping Jan 8, 1992. You were such a special person, so gentle, good and kind and have left the sweetest memories and thoughts of you behind. Reunited with Mum. Greatly loved and missed. Your loving Family. xxx

Thomas Patrick WALLIS

To my brother Tommy, a kind and caring brother who fought until the end. Your loving Sisters Dot, Priscilla, Ray and Children.

Mary Jeanette ANDREWS

Passed away peacefully at home on the 24th December. Beloved wife of the late Ron, mother to Mike & Louise. Grandma to Emma, Rebecca, Luca, Libby, Frankie and Marco. The funeral service will take place on 14th January at the Wenallt Chapel Thornhill Crematorium. Due to Covid restrictions the service is restricted to family and close friends.

William James MADLEY

William Madley (Family handout)

Jim peacefully passed away on Monday 20th December aged 96 years.

Beloved husband of the late Ethney, much loved father of Simon and Jeremy, adored grandfather to Justin, Jessica, Bethan, Sarah, Kate, Joshua, Carys & Laura. Great grandfather to Thomas, Leon, Ella, Finley, Kai, Arthur & Imogen. Loved father in law of Anne & Nicola. William, a very special gentleman will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Family flowers only, donations if so desired direct to Velindre Cancer Centre, Velindre Road, Whitchurch Cardiff CF14 2TL.

Resting at D J Evans Forse Funeral Home, until the funeral service on Friday 14th January at 2.45 pm in the Wenallt Chapel Thornhill Cardiff.

Ben MULKERRINS

Ben Mulkerrins (Family handout)

Ben peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his family on Sunday 19th December 2021, aged 85, after a short but bravely fought illness.

Ben was of Spring Gardens Place, Cardiff and formerly Lissadoill, County Galway.

Dearly loved husband of the late Sheila, adored Dad of Shaun, David and Kathryn, beloved father-in-law of Gwalia, Bridget and David. Treasured gramps of Annalise, Tania, Hayley, Ben and Katie.

Precious gramps to his eight great-grandchildren. Loving brother to Kathleen, Kevin, Paddy and the late Sean and Maureen. Brother-in-law to Mary, PJ, Phil, Rose, David, Glenys and the late Ken and Pauline.

Greatly missed by his extended family and friends.

Resting at Coles Funeral Directors until the service to be held on 13th January 2022 at St Albans Church, Swinton St, Splott, Cardiff, at 12.15pm, followed by cremation at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 2pm. Family flowers only.

Donations in lieu of floral tributes if desired may be sent to Marie Curie, 89 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7TP in memory of Ben.

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.

Graham PEARCE

Suddenly on December 14th at the University Hospital of Wales Cardiff, Graham, aged 92 years, passed away.

He was of Marshfield, beloved husband of the late Mary, loving father of Nigel and grandfather of Jonathan and Aaron.

Funeral Friday January 14th, private burial followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at Christchurch Centre, Old Malpas Road, Newport at 3pm. Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu payable to St David's Hospice Care may be sent c/o Tovey Bros., 9/11 Cardiff Road, Newport, NP20 2EH. www.toveybros.co.uk. Graham's wish was for no mourning clothes.

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