These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices for the Valleys and Bridgend made between November 3 and November 9 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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Alan COLLINS

Alan Collins

Passed away peacefully on Thursday 2nd November 2023, aged 79 years. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy. Dearly loved dad of Jane. Loving brother of Janet and the late Graham. Loved brother-in-law of Malcolm and Jeffrey. Alan will be loved and missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service in Coychurch Crematorium at 10am on Wednesday 15th November 2023. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in memory of Alan will be welcome for: The Stroke Association. Please send your donations in Alan's name direct to: 11 Fairfax Crescent, Porthcawl, CF36 3EN. All further enquiries to: Emma Evans Funeral Director at Brian Thomas Funeral Service Mawdlam, Bridgend, CF33 4PH Tel: 01656 740070.

Peter Norman COPE

Passed away unexpectedly at home on 22 October 2023 aged 81 years. Beloved husband of Diane, adored father of Andrew, David and Rachel. Loved father in law of Judy, Debbie and Warren. Very proud grandfather of Tom, Ellen, Daniel, Ben, William and Megan. Former Director of Economic Development and Strategic Planning for South Glamorgan County Council. Also former Chair of Barry College. A funeral will be held at 1.30pm on 16 November in St Illtud's Church, Llantwit Major, followed by cremation at Cardiff & Glamorgan Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Peter can be made to www.tyhafan.org and www.walesairambulance.com.

Margaret Elizabeth COX

Margaret Elizabeth Cox

Peacefully on Sunday 22nd October 2023, Margaret of Hall Drive, North Cornelly dearly loved mother of Carwyn and Gerwyn and mother-in-law of Laura, much loved grandmother of Kirsty, Emily, Dylan and Llion, great grandmother of Lowri and a dear sister. Funeral service and cremation at Margam Crematorium on Thursday 16th November 2023 at 12 noon. Colours may be worn if desired. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to The Alzheimer's Society c/o Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend CF33 6DB. Tel No 01656 740491.

Anthony (Tony) EASTERBROOK

On Sunday 29th October 2023, Tony passed away peacefully, aged 82, at his home in Caerphilly, with his family by his side. Beloved husband of Dorothy, much loved father of Terry, Ralph and Douglas, father-in-law of Madelaine, Isabel and Julie. Cherished grandfather to Adrian, Rachel, Calvin, Ieuan, Alex, Aneira and Dylan, great-grandfather to Gethin, Seren, Iestyn and Lara. Special Uncle to Sarah, great-uncle to Brandon, Scott, Joshua and Sophie. Tony will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral to take place on Tuesday 14th November 2023, at Thornhill Crematorium, Wenallt Chapel at 2:45pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu of flowers gratefully received by Barth Syndrome UK at the service. All enquiries to Caerphilly Funeralcare (Inc. Ivor Evans & Son) on 02920 883107.

Mairwen Rhiannon GAEN (Née Evans)

Mairwen Rhiannon Gaen

(Née Evans) Peacefully on 21st October at the Princess of Wales Hospital, Rhiannon, aged 82 years, of Marine Drive, Ogmore by Sea and formerly of Port Talbot. Dearly beloved Wife of Geoffrey, much loved Mother of Nigel, David and Lisa, loving Grandma of Alice, Oliver, Lucy, Megan, Cerys and Elin, Great-Grandma of Arianna, and a dear Sister of Elfed and the late Dr Arwel Evans of Montreal (Canada). Funeral, Friday 17th November. Service and cremation at Coity Chapel, Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at Noon. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be made to the Alzheimer's Society c/o Mel & Ron Watkins Funeral Services, 2, Hilda House, The Square, Pencoed, Bridgend CF35 5NP Tel: 01656 860545.

Eifion Bowen JONES

20.12.1944 - 12.10.2023 Sadly, on 12th October 2023 after a long illness patiently borne, Eifion of Llantwit Major (formerly of Peterston-Super-Ely and Radyr). Beloved husband of Jennifer, dear brother of the late Gareth, brother-in-law of Eileen and Jane, uncle to Hywel, Joanna, Siân, Darren, Hazel and the late Gwyn. Greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Thursday 9th November, service at Cardiff & Glamorgan Crematorium, Barry at 11.00am. Family flowers only, donations if so desired for Asthma & Lung UK c/o W.H. Preene & Son, Mwyndy, Pontyclun CF72 8PN Tel: 01443 223368.

Terry LEWIS

Terry Lewis

Peacefully at his home on 23rd October 2023 with his wife and children at his side, Terry of Llwyn Derwen, North Cornelly, beloved husband of Darlene, dearly loved father of Zoe, Byran, Chantelle and Ryan, loving bampa of Daisy, Olivia and Nancy much loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and father-in-law. Funeral service and cremation at Margam Crematorium on Thursday 9th November 2023 at 1pm. Flowers and further enquiries to Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend CF33 6DB. Tel 01656 740491.

John William LLOYD

John William Lloyd

Peacefully on 31st October at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, John, aged 78 years, of Heol Cynllan, Llanharan. Dearly loved Husband of Julie, much loved Father of Andrew, Robert, Emma and Michael, a cherished Father-in-law, Grandfather and a dear Brother-in-law of Vernon, Nigel and the late Denis and Ken. John will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral, Thursday 23rd November 2023. Service and cremation at Coity Chapel, Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend at Noon. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be made to the RNLI c/o Mel & Ron Watkins Funeral Services, 2, Hilda House, The Square, Pencoed, Bridgend CF35 5NP. Tel: 01656 860545.

Patricia MATTHEWS

Peacefully on Sunday 22nd October 2023, Patricia of Plas Morlais, North Cornelly, will be sadly missed by all her family, friends and neighbours. Funeral service at Margam Crematorium on Monday 13 November 2023 at 10am. Flowers and further enquiries to:- Gareth and Rhodri Howell of E Esaias & Son Funeral Directors, 39 Bridge Street, Kenfig Hill, Bridgend CF33 6DB. Tel 01757 740491.

Pauline Elizabeth PHILLIPS

Peacefully on October 23rd 2023 Pauline aged 86 years of Pontypridd passed away in hospital. Beloved wife of Derek, loving mother of Rob and Neil and a cherished grandmother. Pauline will be greatly missed by all her family and friends, service to be held at St Catherines church Pontypridd Friday November 24th at 10:00am. All are welcome following the church service to the committal at Glyntaff Crematorium at 11:15am. Please wear an item of colourful clothing, family flowers only by request donations in lieu can be given during the service or sent directly to "Dementia UK" For any enquiries, please contact Co-op funeral care Pontypridd 01443 402456.

Susan Jane TOMKINS (Meyrick)

(Meyrick) Sadly, but peacefully, passed away on Saturday 21st October 2023 at Parklands Care Home, aged 76 years. Cherished sister of Robert. Susan will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. Susan's funeral service will be held at Thornhill Crematorium, Briwnant Chapel on Tuesday 14th November 2023 at 2.15 pm. Susan is resting at Caerphilly Funeral Services, Parc Avenue Funeral Home, Caerphilly where floral tributes may be sent. Donations in Susan's memory can be made to Breast Cancer UK or Cats Protection.

Russell John VAUGHAN

Tylorstown Peacefully on Wednesday November 1st 2023 at Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda, Russell passed away aged 87 years. Beloved husband to Julie, devoted Father to Gareth, Sandra and Anita and adored Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Loved dearly and will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Service and committal on Tuesday 21st November 2023 at Glyntaff Crematorium at 11.15am. Family flowers only donations in lieu of flowers for The Royal British Legion maybe given on the day of the funeral in the donation box provided. You can also donate by calling their fundraising support team on 0345 845 1945 or by text. To donate £2 text POPPY2 to 70545, to donate £5 text POPPY5 to 70545, to donate £10 text POPPY10 to 70545. Texts cost £2, £5 or £10 plus your standard network rate. They will receive 100% of your donation. Any enquiries please call Ferndale Funeralcare on 01443 730442.