Linda Maggs, 74, was stabbed at least 15 times in her neck, chest and hands by her husband.
David Maggs, a retired accountant, murdered his wife as she lay in bed at their home in Pontypool, Torfaen.
He was sentenced to life with 20 years’ minimum imprisonment. He died earlier this year in prison from a heart attack.
Maggs admitted manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility but was found guilty of murder.
In the summer of 2020 Linda told David she wanted a divorce. She spoke to a solicitor and began divorce proceedings.
In a victim impact statement Mrs Maggs’ son, Andrew Minahan, said the murder had turned their lives upside down saying the family was left sickened.
“Our mum was the best mum, nan and friend you could wish for,” he said.
“Now she has gone. She was a massive part of our lives, she was always there for us.”
