Aberfan Funeralcare (inc. Gilbert James Funeral Directors)

37 reviews

Aberfan Funeralcare (inc. Gilbert James Funeral Directors) is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Merthyr Tydfil and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.

Latest Verified Reviews

Catherine Cross 29th Jul 2022

Myself and family would like to thank Simon and Martine for the guidance and support they provided at such a difficult time all the way from the 1st appointment thank you both again

Tania Davies 12th Jul 2022

Throughout the time we were planning and arranging the funeral Martine and Simon were very supportive and sensitive to our needs. A very professional service 

Jayne Thomas 9th May 2022

Martine was supportive and extremely helpful and efficient in planning my dads funeral for me. I am grateful for their help at such a sensitive time. Thank you. 

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

Pantglas Road
Aberfan
Merthyr Tydfil
Merthyr Tydfil
CF48 4QH

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 01443 706121

About Us

Aberfan Funeralcare (inc. Gilbert James Funeral Directors) is an ethical, member-owned funeral director in Glamorgan. Co-op Funeralcare is the UK’s largest funeral services provider, with a long history of proudly serving the local community. They are owned by their members and promise to always keep you at the heart of their service when helping you to arrange a funeral. You will be treated with care and respect, ensuring that you have both clarity and reassurance that every choice you make is the best one for you.

Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, Aberfan Funeralcare (inc. Gilbert James Funeral Directors) can help you plan the perfect goodbye. You can choose from a wide range of coffins, from traditional woods to eco-friendly alternatives such as bamboo, wicker or even cardboard.

Their Merthyr Tydfil funeral home can provide a wide choice of funeral vehicles, from traditional hearses and limousines, to a horse and carriage. The Co-operative work with the country's largest florist, meaning that every kind of floral tribute will be available to you.

As well as providing funeral services in Merthyr Tydfil, Aberfan Funeralcare (inc. Gilbert James Funeral Directors) take a positive, active role in the community, giving back to those in the local area through support programs and outreach to other local businesses. Community is at the heart of every Co-operative branch.

During weekdays, Aberfan Funeralcare (inc. Gilbert James Funeral Directors) in Glamorgan is open from 09:00 - 17:00. If you need help outside of these hours, there is a 24-hour phone service you can call. Visiting hours on the weekend can also be arranged by appointment.

Telephone Aberfan Funeralcare (inc. Gilbert James Funeral Directors) today to find out more about the services they provide, and begin arranging the perfect farewell for your loved one. Their team of professionals are on hand to listen, advise and guide you through all your options, 24 hours a day, 7 days

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Catherine Cross 29th Jul 2022

    Myself and family would like to thank Simon and Martine for the guidance and support they provided at such a difficult time all the way from the 1st appointment

    thank you both again

  • 5 Tania Davies 12th Jul 2022

    Throughout the time we were planning and arranging the funeral Martine and Simon were very supportive and sensitive to our needs. A very professional service 

  • 5 Jayne Thomas 9th May 2022

    Martine was supportive and extremely helpful and efficient in planning my dads funeral for me. I am grateful for their help at such a sensitive time. Thank you. 

  • 5 Ian Hughes 28th Mar 2022

    Fantastic help and support through a distressing time. Thanks you all.

  • 5 Ian Roberts 21st Mar 2022

    Gilbert James Funeralcare provided a very professional and dignified service. Martine and Simon made making the arrangements very simple and were extremely organised, nothing was too much bother. Thank you.

  • 5 Michelle Griffiths 14th Mar 2022

    From the first visit to Martine and Simon until our last visit they're compassion and professionalism were outstanding.Nothing was too much trouble for them.Even when I was contacting them out of office hours they were supportive and patient.They would answer my questions and explain everything as fully and simply as they could.It was made easier for me and my family as we have known them personally for many years.I would recommend these two wonderful people to anyone.They really are amazing at their job.Thank you both so much xx

  • 5 Paul Davies 2nd Mar 2022

    I can not praise Aberfan funeral care enough, planning a funeral of a loved one is never easy but from start to finish Martine and Simon were absolutely fantastic and so professional , correspondence between us was perfect not too much and not too little , nothing was too much trouble for them , I cant rate them highly enough and will be recommending their services in the future.
    They are a credit to the business and so much so due to their service my wife and I will both be taking out a Coop funeral care plan. I had never considered this until using Aberfan Funeral care.

    Please pass on our forever thanks to both Martine and Simon as they truly are beyond excellent in their jobs

    if I can help in anyway in providing positive feedback to a wider audience please don't hesitate to contact me .

    Paul Davies and Family

  • 5 Jeffrey James 15th Feb 2022

    Both Simon and Martine were professional and empathetic at all times. Communication and advice was excellent, and they made a very difficult time as easy and stress free as possible.

  • 5 Margaret Doreen Thomas 10th Feb 2022

    An excellent professional caring service provided by Simon and Martine Lewis. We were regularly updated, and nothing was too much trouble for them. We would highly recommend them.

  • 5 Ann Hamlet 31st Jan 2022

    Simon and Martine where kind, caring and compassionate and ensured I had the funeral I wanted. They were patient and gave me the time and space I needed 

  • 5 Philip Jones 17th Jan 2022

    I found them to be very understanding and helpful I would recommend them 100%

  • 5 Natalie Jones 16th Jan 2022

    Martine and Simon in the Aberfan branch were brilliant, they were so supportive and kind throughout every step of the way. They provided my family with not just support in arranging my Mothers funeral but went the extra mile to make it special for us all, under such sad circumstances, we never felt rushed or pushed and they always made time to help us. The kindness they showed and the extra final touches they added like stopping outside our family home to show my Mam her Xmas tree on her final journey made her funeral so special. I can’t thank them both enough.

Address
Pantglas Road
Aberfan
Merthyr Tydfil
Merthyr Tydfil
CF48 4QH

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Catherine Cross 29th Jul 2022

Myself and family would like to thank Simon and Martine for the guidance and support they provided at such a difficult time all the way from the 1st appointment thank you both again

Tania Davies 12th Jul 2022

Throughout the time we were planning and arranging the funeral Martine and Simon were very supportive and sensitive to our needs. A very professional service 

Jayne Thomas 9th May 2022

Martine was supportive and extremely helpful and efficient in planning my dads funeral for me. I am grateful for their help at such a sensitive time. Thank you. 

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