Griffith William Hughes of Prestatyn.

Born in 1861, Griffith William Hughes was a native of Cefn-mawr, Denbighshire. Educated at Rhiwabon Grammar School, he worked for the New British Iron and Coal Company at Wynnstay Collieries, Rhiwabon where he became an accountant.

He was best known for his musical activities. He inaugurated the Cefn-mawr Choir and during his time living in Liverpool, he founded a large choir. He was also a composer of hymns and songs.

Later in life, he lived in Prestatyn, Flintshire, until his death in 1941 at the age of 80.