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2017 Bridgend
Combined Lodges
Annual Carols Service 2017
Nine Lessons & Carols
Smyrna Welsh Baptist Chapel
Penyfai
Friday
8th December 2017
7.00pm
The
collection will be divided equally between
The Provincial Samaritan Fund
and
Smyrna Baptist Chapel Donations
from Brethren unable to attend are most welcome and
will be faithfully applied
Cheques
payable to:
"BMLCT" marked 'Carols' on the back may be
given
or sent to our organiser W Bro Dyfrig Edwards of
Glanogwr Lodge. Mr
T Dyfrig Edwards,
c/o Masonic Hall, Coychurch Road, Bridgend, CF31 2AP
The
organisers appeal to our Ladies please
for assistance serving at the after-proceedings in the Chapel
Vestry.
The refreshments consist of
Tea/Coffee/Mulled Wine/Mince Pies
Volunteers please contact
W
Bro Dyfrig Edwards
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The
Report of the Carols Service
W
Bro T Dyfrig Edwards |
| The service was opened with a sincere and heartfelt welcome by the Rev Alwyn Evans BA the minister at Smyrna Welsh Baptist Chapel Pen y Fai to all those present. |
We were honoured by the attendance of
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Asst Prov Grand Master W Bro William Jenkins,
Prov Grand Secretary W Bro Gerald Rowbottom
Prov Grand Chaplain W Bro The Rev Edward Dowland Owen. |
| The chair of the
Trust W Bro Richard J Phillips opened with an introductory welcome to all present. He also graciously thanked the organiser W Bro T Dyfrig Edwards. |
The service then began with the bidding prayer delivered by the Prov Gnd Chaplain and The Lords Prayer recited by all.
The representatives of the Bridgend Lodges then read portions of the
scriptures, interspersed with carols in a dignified seamless manner.
The Prov Gnd Secretary read the penultimate portion of scripture from the book of
St Mathew, Math2 vs1 -11 with heartfelt dignity. |
| The final lesson was read by the Prov Gnd Chaplain
followed by the final Carol, during which a free will offering was taken and blessed by the Chaplain. |
| The closing was then conducted by the Chaplin. |
| The congregation was then invited to retire to the vestry where
tea, coffee and mulled wine were on offer along with mince pies. |
| During this time the Asst Prov Gnd Master, W Bro William Jenkins congratulated everyone for both partaking and attending the service, he also said he wished to take part next time. |
| Wor. Bro Gerald Rowbottom was invited to speak, he also commended the service and wished all present his best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. |
| W Bro T Dyfrig Edwards thanked the Provincial Officers most sincerely for their attendance and help in delivering such a delightful service, at the same time he announced the collection had been made up by the trust to a sum of £300 which will be divided equally between the Provincial Samaritan Fund And Smyrna chapel. |
| Finally the Trustees offer their thanks to the Minister The Reverend Alwyn Evans BA the Deaconate and Organist and Secretary Peter David for their continued help and support. |
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Bridgend
Masonic Lodges Charitable Trust |
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The
Joint
Lodges Annual
Service 2016
Nine Lessons and Carols ~ Smyrna Baptist Chapel
Penyfai
Friday
16th
December 2016 |
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The
Bridgend Masonic Lodges Charitable Trust organised once again an evening of Nine Lessons and Carols at Smyrna
Baptist Chapel, Penyfai which was well attended by Masons and their families.
Program Links (pdf)
Outside
Inside The
organist as always was
Mr Peter David FNCM
Secretary,
Organist & Deacon of Smyrna |
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The Carol service this year
began with a sincere and warm welcome from the
Rev'd Alwyn Evans the minister of Smyrna,who had
insisted on being in attendance even while
suffering a heavy cold.
Our Provincial Grand Chaplain W Bro the Rev'd
Edward Dowland-Owen opened the service with the
Bidding Prayer. |
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The Chairman of Bridgend
Masonic Trust W Bro Richard Phillips gave the
introductory address for the first time, he
welcomed everyone and thanked members of the
lodges and their families for their continued
support, so began a wonderful evening of
readings from God's Word read by Masters of
Bridgend Lodges interspersed by traditional
carols sung with gusto to a wonderful
accompaniment on a fine organ by Mr Peter David,
who is also Chapel secretary. |
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We were honoured with the
presence of the Provincial Grand Secretary W Bro
D Gerald Rowbottom PSGD, PAPGM who also
delivered God's Word from St. Matthew Chapter 2
and remained to enjoy fellowship in the vestry. |
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During the singing of the
last carol a free will collection was taken, the
proceeds of the collection was made up to £300
by the Trust and donated to Smyrna's appeal for
the purchase of a defibrillator. |
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The Rev'd Edward Dowland Owen
then closed the service with prayers and
Blessing, and inviting the congregation to
retire to the vestry for tea, coffee or mulled
wine accompanied by mince pies. |
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Finally the Trust
acknowledged the immense help of the Minister,
deacons and members again this year. Also a
personal thanks to those Chapel members who
helped my wife Ann and myself in preparing the
vestry and serving refreshments. |
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Many thanks to all,
Dyfrig Edwards
Deputy Chair Bridgend Masonic Trust. |
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Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd
Dda.
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photograph of the principal participants at our
Service
For those interested in the oldest
Welsh Baptist Chapel in Wales
with Worship going back for over 300 years please see
the web site:
Smyrna
Web Site: www.smyrna-penyfai.org.uk
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Bridgend
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The
Joint
Lodges Annual
Service 2015
Nine Lessons and Carols ~ Smyrna Baptist Chapel
Penyfai
Friday
18th
December 2015 |
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The
Bridgend Masonic Lodges Charitable Trust organised once again an evening of Nine Lessons and Carols at Smyrna
Baptist Chapel, Penyfai which was well attended by Masons and their families.
Program Links (pdf)
Outside
Inside The
organist as always was
Mr Peter David FNCM
Secretary,
Organist & Deacon of Smyrna |
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Our Assistant
Provincial Grand Master W Bro The Rev'd Alistair
Swinford,
who is the incumbent Minister for Smyrna, began the
evening with a heartfelt welcome to everyone to the
Chapel and by leading the opening prayers of the
Service.
The Chairman of the Masonic Trust,
W Bro C.Hugh Thomas PGStdB gave the introductory address and
expressed his pleasure at seeing so many visitors and
Members of the Bridgend Fraternity supporting this
occasion
During the Service the Lessons were interspaced with
popular carols and were read by the reigning Masters of Bridgend Craft Lodges, together with
W. Bro. William Jenkins Assistant Provincial Grand
Master and our Provincial Grand Chaplain W Bro The Rev'd Edward Dowland-Owen
who is the Vicar of the Cowbridge Group of Churches.
Brother The Rev'd Edward closed the service with prayers
and his Blessing.
We were very pleased to welcome our
Deputy Provincial Grand Master, V W Bro Roy Woodward, who
said how delighted he was to be able to attend, had enjoyed the singing and the company and expressed the wish that
this very worthwhile Service would continue in years to
come and flourish.
The congregation gathered afterwards in the Vestry for mince pies and mulled wine and to enjoy
informal conversation in very good company.
The proceeds of the very generous collection will be shared equally between the Chapel and the Provincial Samaritan Fund.
Finally, the Trustees wish to acknowledge the help and support given once
again by the Deaconate and Members of Smyrna by making
their Chapel available and by their most generous welcome. |
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Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd
Dda.
(W Bro
Byron Butler PAGDC) |
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photograph of the principal participants at our
Service
For those interested in the oldest
Welsh Baptist Chapel in Wales
with Worship going back for over 300 years please see
the web site:
Smyrna
Web Site: www.smyrna-penyfai.org.uk
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Joint
Joint
Lodges Annual
Service 2014
Nine Lessons and Carols ~ Smyrna Baptist Chapel
Penyfai
20th
December 2014 |
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The
Bridgend Masonic Lodges Charitable Trust last evening organised once again an evening of Nine Lessons and Carols at Smyrna
Baptist Chapel, Penyfai which was well attended by Masons and their families. |
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The Christmas message was read by the reigning Masters of each of the craft lodges of Ogmore 1752, Adare 9247, Llangeinor 4194, Ewenny 8485, Glanogwr 8508, Penybont 6743, Morganwg 5084, by Past Master Roger Thomas for Dewi Sant 9067 and by our Provincial Grand Secretary W. Bro. Gerald
Rowbottom. |
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Between each reading carols
were sung with gusto by an enthusiastic congregation of Masons, their families and friends throughout the district. It was a delight to be able to welcome our much respected and loved Past Deputy Provincial Grand Master,
V W Brother Peter Frost and Mrs. Frost who travelled from Cowbridge to support the event.
At the end of the carol service all restored to the chapel vestry where mulled wine and mince pies were served. The company was excellent
and much friendly chat was enjoyed by everyone.
The Trustees join together to wish all Brethren and their families in our Province a Happy Christmas and to those in distress for whatever cause relief from their
suffering |
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Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd
Dda.
(W Bro
Byron Butler PAGDC) (The
organist as always was Mr Peter David FNCM - Secretary,
Organist & Deacon of Smyrna) |
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this thumbnail to view an enlarged copy of the
photograph of the principal participants at our
Service
For those interested in the oldest
Welsh Baptist Chapel in Wales
with Worship going back for over 300 years please see
the web site:
www.smyrna-penyfai.org.uk
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Joint
Lodges Annual Service 2013
Nine Lessons and Carols ~ Smyrna Baptist Chapel
Penyfai
The Bridgend Masonic Lodges Charitable Trust Carol Service was held
on the evening of Friday last, 20th December 2013, at Smyrna Baptist Chapel,
Penyfai.
This ancient chapel with more than 300 years of history is recognized as the oldest practicing Baptist Chapel in Wales.
It stands on the site of even older premises dedicated to
nonconformist worship.
The Service of Nine Readings and Carols took place in the presence of senior Brethren with readings by the reigning Masters of Bridgend Lodges and our RW. Provincial Grand Master under the supervision and participation of our Assistant
PGM, the Reverend Brother Alistair Swinford together with our Provincial Grand Chaplain and his Assistant, the Reverend Brothers Gareth Thomas and Edward Dowland Owen.
The congregation was welcomed by our Chairman, Brother C Hugh Thomas. As
in previous years, at the close of the service Brethren and
visitors restored to the Vestry for animated conversations
helped along with mulled wine, and an abundance of mince pies,
tea and coffee served by the ladies of Smyrna Chapel.
The Trust would like to place on record our thanks to
our Brother Alistair, the Deaconate of Smyrna, their splendid organist Peter David and
our great appreciation to the ladies for their ever ready welcome and hospitality.
The "plate" will be shared between the Chapel and our Provincial Samaritan Fund.
With my very good wishes for abundant blessings for Christmas and the New Year.
Byron
Posted
January 2014
www.smyrna-penyfai.org.uk
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Nine Lessons and Carols ~ Smyrna Baptist Chapel
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Morganwg Lodge No 5084
Family Bereavement
Mrs Liz James |
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It is with sadness that I relay to you news that has been passed to me by W.Bro. David R. Bassett, PPrSGD, and his wife Dee.
Mrs Liz James, wife of W.Bro. Jimmy James died yesterday
6th October 2022 at the Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend.
Both Liz and Jim were inpatients at the same time and Jimmy is still there. He is suffering, I understand, from a UTI and confusion - which can often be related, although I don't know if they are in Jim's case. He will be 92 next month.
Many of you will know Jimmy (a retired senior Police Officer) as a faithful servant of Dewi Sant Lodge No 9067, for many years. He was also, for several years, a much respected and hugely popular member of my mother Lodge, Morganwg No 9084, where he was Organist and Almoner at various times. Jimmy and Liz were active and popular members of the social life at Morganwg.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with Jimmy and their family at this most difficult time. No funeral details are yet known. |
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The funeral service for Mrs Elizabeth James will take place at 10.00 am on Wednesday 19 October 2022. The service will begin at St Mary's Church, Coity, where Liz was a member of the congregation and an active chorister. The committal will take place subsequently at Coychurch Crematorium.
It should be noted, however, that space will be more restricted than is customary at the Crematorium. The main (Crallo) chapel is under refurbishment, so the smaller - half the size - (Coity) Chapel will be used.
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Yours sincerely and fraternally,
Martyn Daley, PM 5084
for W.Bro. Brian Murrell, PPrGStwd, Lodge Almoner |
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Morganwg Lodge No 5084
Family Bereavement
Mr Jonathon Lewis |
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I must bring you the sad news of the passing of Mr Jonathan Lewis, the son of
W.Bro. John Lewis, PPrGSwdB, and the blood brother of Bro.. David P. Lewis, both being well known and much respected members of Bridgend's Morganwg Lodge. Jonathan had been particularly unwell for some months and it is understood that he was being treated for a brain
tumour. This is the second major tragedy to befall the Lewis family in 2018; Mrs Carol Lewis, wife of John, Mother of Jonathan, David and Anthony, died almost exactly four months ago.
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Indeed, 2018 has not been kind to the members of Morganwg Lodge generally. Jonathan is the third relatively young man closely related to Morganwg members to succumb since January. The others were the son-in-law of
W.Bro. John Hek; and the son of W.Bro. Brian Murrell (who features in the new edition of Y
Dalaith). We have also lost W.Bro. Norman O. Thomas,
PPrSGW, one of our senior Past Masters. It is to be sincerely hoped that the remainder of the year passes uneventfully. |
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Our immediate thoughts and prayers will be directed towards, John, David and the family at this tragic time. |
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Further to my
earlier notice I have just had an email from Bro. David Lewis, presumably from his home in Western
Austrailia, providing details of his brother, Jonathan's funeral. |
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t will take place on Thursday 13 September, initially at 3pm at St Mary's RC Church, Ewenny Road, Bridgend, CF31 3HS followed by the committal at 3.45pm at Coychurch Crematorium, CF35 6AB. |
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I know that we will give the family all the support we possibly can. |
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| REQUIESCAT IN PACE |
Yours sincerely and fraternally,
Martyn Daley, PM 5084
for W.Bro. Brian Murrell, PPrGStwd, Lodge Almoner |
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RIP
Mrs Carol Lewis |
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It is with great sadness that I advise you of the passing, last weekend, of Mrs Carol Lewis after a short illness. |
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Carol was the wife of
W.Bro. John Lewis, PPrGSwdB, Past Master and currently Chaplain and Charity Steward of Morganwg Lodge, No. 5084. Carol and John had (I believe) three sons, one of whom is Bro. David Paul Lewis also of Morganwg Lodge. |
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David, who lives and works in Western Australia, tells me that he learned of his mother's condition on Thursday of last week, and returned to the UK immediately.
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Carol was a lovely lady whose passing will be greatly lamented by all those who had ever had the privilege of her company. Her soft Irish accent was a joy to hear and she together with John, was very proud of her family. |
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The funeral of Mrs Carol Lewis will take place at 11am on Saturday 12 May 2018, at St. Mary's RC Church, Ewenny Road, Bridgend, CF31 3HS followed by interment at 11.45am at St. Crallo's Churchyard, Coychurch, Bridgend. |
Our thoughts and prayers are with John and the family at this very sad time.
REQUIESCAT IN PACE
Yours fraternally,
Martyn Daley, PM 5084
on behalf of the Lodge Almoner, W.Bro. Brian Murrell, PPrGStwd |
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Isabel Margaret Crowley
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MRS
VAL DAVID
REQUIESCAT IN PACE
2017
(Wife
of W Bro Roger David) |
Brethren,
It is with a heavy heart that I have to let you know that Mrs Val David passed away at 7.00am today.
Val was doing really well and had been moved from intensive care to a general ward yesterday and was in good spirits and determined to cope with the removal of part of her leg.
Then at 5pm yesterday I heard from Roger that the infection was back and she was to have further surgery and at 11.00pm she was taken to theatre to remove the rest of her leg above the knee. Unfortunately this proved too much and this lead to her passing away.
We are all aware how close Roger and Val were and it must be devastating for him and we share his loss.. |
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S & F,
Peter Davies
Almoner - Adare Lodge |
Additional
Message from W Bro Peter Davies:
Brethren, I spoke to W.Bro Roger David yesterday and he has me to forward the message below.
Roger is being supported by his family, and as we all will understand, it is an extremely difficult time for him. It is good to know that he is having some comfort from the cards and messages he is receiving and I am sure that we will respect his privacy in enquiring about the circumstances regarding Val's passing, the events of which are still very raw and painful to Roger. |
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Dear Brethren,
Please accept my sincere apologies for having to dwell
for a time on the loss of my dear wife Val. It will take
a long time for me to recover because for 52 years we
have done everything together. I am being reminded that
a lot of people care and I can’t hide forever.
Therefore anyone wishing to call at my house will be
made very welcome – please ring first as we are back
and fore making arrangements.
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The
funeral has been arranged for
March 27th at 1:15pm at the Bridgend Crematorium |
I hope that as many as possible will be able to give her a good send off and all are equally invited to the Wake which will probably
be at the Masonic Hall.
Thank you all for the lovely cards and words of sympathy
Yours S & F
Roger
Secretary
Adare Lodge No. 9247 |
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Copy of posting
by Martyn Daley PZ & Almoner C9247
(Posted at the request of W.Bro. D. Peter Davies,
PPrGPurs, Almoner L9247)
Brethren,
With much sorrow, I bring you the news of the sad passing of Mrs Val' David of Tondu, Bridgend.
Val was the wife of W.Bro. Roger A. David, PPrSGD (PPrJGW designate), PM and Secretary of Bridgend's Adare Lodge No 9247; Past First Principal of Adare Chapter No 9247 and currently First Pricipal of Llangeinor Chapter No 4194. Roger is possibly better known around the wider Province as the current Editor of the Provincial Magazine Y Dalaith.
Having suffered poor health for several years, Val had been in hospital since the beginning of March and underwent two operations in that time.
Prior to her illnesses Val' was a regular attender at social functions at Bridgend Masonic Hall. She and Roger were seemingly inseparable. Characteristically, I understand that Val remained optimistic and cheerful throughout her indisposition; perhaps in large part from the high level of devoted and dedicated care she received from Roger, who apart from his busy Masonic life, is still very active in business.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Roger at this very sad time. He has expressed his gratitude for all the cards and messages of sympathy and support that he has received and hopes that as many as are able will attend Val's funeral which will take place at 1.15pm on Monday 27th March 2017 at Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend, CF35 6AB. Light refreshments will be available after the service a short distance away at the Masonic Hall, Coychurch Road, Bridgend, CF31 2AP.
REQUIESCAT IN PACE
Yours fraternally,
Martyn Daley
PZ & Almoner C9247
(Posted at the request of W.Bro. D. Peter Davies, PPrGPurs, Almoner L9247) |
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MRS
ANNE EDWARDS
2017
REQUIESCAT IN PACE |
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Brethren,
At the request of W.Bro. Ralph Jones, PPrJGW, Secretary of Glanogwr Lodge No 8508, I bring you an update to the news of the passing of Mrs Anne Edwards, wife of
W.Bro. Dyfrig Edwards, PPrGSwdB, PM 8508. Dyfrig is currently First Principal of Glanogwr (Royal Arch) Chapter, No. 8508; Junior Warden of Y Bont Faen Lodge, No. 8533; and Director of Ceremonies of Glanogwr Lodge, No. 8508.
Mrs Edwards died suddenly at home in Pencoed, Bridgend, in the early hours of 27th February, despite Dyfrig's efforts to resuscitate her.
Of course, our thoughts and prayers continue to be with Dyfrig and the family at this difficult and particularly traumatic time.
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The funeral service will take place at Coychurch Crematorium, Bridgend, CF35 6AB, at 1.15pm on Tuesday 14th March. Friends and family will be welcome to gather for light refreshments after the service at Southerndown Golf Club, CF32 0QP. Family flowers only, by request, but donations in lieu in aid of the British Heart Foundation, if desired may be sent via the Funeral Directors Mel & Ron Watkins of
Pencoed. |
REQUIESCAT IN PACE
Yours sincerely and fraternally,
Martyn Daley
PM 5084 |
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The Trustees of the
Bridgend Masonic Lodges Charitable Trust offer their
deepest sympathy to their fellow Trustee and Brother,
Dyfrig Edwards, at this most dreadful of times and
assure him and his family of their willingness to assist
in whatever ways may be helpful. |
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