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

Jeffrey Bowcott 11th Mar 2024

Everything that needed to be done was done by them and everything was relayed to me

Elaine Pugh 4th Mar 2024

Very well,organised, a sympathetic tone in discussing all the details of my Aunt's funeral .Reassured at all times throughout our meetings

Janet Howells 26th Feb 2024

Simon & Martine were very sympathetic at this sad time, they were also very approachable & friendly, they helped the family feel comfortable & we had no concerns leading up & on the day of the funeral 

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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

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Verified Reviews

  • 5 Jeffrey Bowcott 11th Mar 2024

    Everything that needed to be done was done by them and everything was relayed to me

  • 5 Elaine Pugh 4th Mar 2024

    Very well,organised, a sympathetic tone in discussing all the details of my Aunt's funeral .Reassured at all times throughout our meetings

  • 5 Janet Howells 26th Feb 2024

    Simon & Martine were very sympathetic at this sad time, they were also very approachable & friendly, they helped the family feel comfortable & we had no concerns leading up & on the day of the funeral 

  • 5 Elizabeth Davies 22nd Feb 2024

    Simon and Martine, extremely professional, helpful and sympathetic. Thankyou so much.

  • 5 Catherine Manuel 19th Feb 2024

    We were very pleased with the service provided. Martine could not have been more thoughtful and gave my daughter a lot of support. Simon provided an impeccable service, especially with parking our 2 cars and finding out there was no following cremation.
    I would not hesitate to recommend them.

  • 5 Gaynor Hancock 12th Feb 2024

    Aberfan funeral care are excellent very professional and very caring.Everything went like clockwork on the day .The house visits we had from Simon and Gwyn Davies the service officiator were excellent they both made us feel at ease at the emotional time we went through .

  • 5 Robert Thomas 6th Feb 2024

    We received simply wonderful care and support from Simon, Martine and the team before, during and after the service for my brothers cremation.

    Many thanks ,
    Rob

  • 5 Ian Hodkinson 5th Feb 2024

    Very pleased with the way Simon and martine handled the situation very caring and compassionate and very helpful thank you

  • 5 Kevin Stephens 16th Jan 2024

    At a time of loss you hope that the choosen funeral directors will be helpful, sympathetic, professional and efficient. I can only say that Simon and his team at Aberfan Funeral Care under my Mum's pre purchased Co-op Funeral Care Plan were exactly that from start to finish. Smooth process, excellent communications and all well dealt with on the day.

  • 5 Kathleen Davies 2nd Jan 2024

    Very professional and attentive.

  • 5 Susan Parish 5th Dec 2023

    I wish to give Aberfan Funeralcare five stars for their service. Excellent.

  • 5 Amanda Smith 28th Oct 2023

    Simon made a difficult time so much easier. Always professional but also like a good friend who made us feel comfortable in our choices. Excellent communication from the team. Thank you all so much.

  • 5 Patricia Wallman 23rd Oct 2023

    They were very helpful, kind and understanding. They were respectful and were there to advise us, whenever we needed to ask questions. They supported us all the way through one of the saddest times in our lives, and we could find no fault with them whatsoever. We can only thank them for everything they did to help us get through this very sad time.

  • 5 Byron Jones 16th Oct 2023

    Very professional everything was done as asked. Very friendly and a pleasure to have the company of Simon and Martine who done a wonderful job in arranging it down to the last detail. Highly appreciated and would recommend to anyone. Thank you very much . xx

  • 5 Vicky Thomas 18th Sep 2023

    Thank you for your kindness and help in such a delicate time.

  • 5 Craig Maycock 11th Sep 2023

    Simon and the staff were so professional in their duties.The respect they showed my dad was 2nd to none and in being the way they were made the 2 services go smoothly and they completely took care of us .Thank you ever so much Simon again

  • 5 Pamela Barnett 19th Jun 2023

    Simon and his team were very professional. They were also very caring and helped us through the day.

  • 5 Tony John Haines 6th Feb 2023

    Very happy with service provided.

  • 5 Teresa Owen 23rd Jan 2023

    I was very happy with the care and attention given to my husband. He was treated with respect and all the staff were caring, respectful, honest and supportive.

  • 5 Carole Moulding 20th Dec 2022

    The family have used Aberfan Funeralcare before and always have had a wonderful service from beginning to the end.
    Simon and Martien are so caring and nothing you ask is a bother to them.
    They both have always shown great respect to the family and to the departed.

  • 5 Janet O'Regan 2nd Dec 2022

    We received exceptional service for the funeral . The consideration and expertise shown were over and above anything one could expect. 

  • 5 Janice Mannion 13th Sep 2022

    Everything was carried out with care and Compassion. 110% service

  • 5 John PATRICK O'Sullivan 12th Sep 2022

    Cannot thank them enough for the care and dignity shown to me and the Family . Martine was absolutely great in sorting out problems that we encountered (not of their making). Cannot recommend them highly enough.

  • 5 Marie Moss 1st Sep 2022

    Professional service carried out with care and dignity throughout. Helpful and supportive in making arrangements. 

  • 5 Alan Christopher Williams 2nd Aug 2022

    Simon and Martine handled the arrangements professionally, sympathetically and with the utmost respect for our Mother's and family's wishes. Nothing was too much trouble or left to chance and were always available for advice.

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

Jeffrey Bowcott 11th Mar 2024

Everything that needed to be done was done by them and everything was relayed to me

Elaine Pugh 4th Mar 2024

Very well,organised, a sympathetic tone in discussing all the details of my Aunt's funeral .Reassured at all times throughout our meetings

Janet Howells 26th Feb 2024

Simon & Martine were very sympathetic at this sad time, they were also very approachable & friendly, they helped the family feel comfortable & we had no concerns leading up & on the day of the funeral 

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