06 August 1999

DOWER- On August 4, 1999, to Stephen and Claire (nee Atkinson) a beautiful boy, Joe Gregory. Congratulations. Mum, Dad, Jane, Penny, Paul, Gary and Miles.

FAHERTY--- GANNON- On July 25, 1999, in QMC, Nottingham, to Jai and Kay a beautiful baby boy, Keenan, weighing 7lb 13oz.

PALMER- On August 3, 1999, in Nottingham City Hospital to Paul and Jenny (nee Henry) a son, Daniel George, 9lb 1oz. A welcome brother for Rachel.

PALMER- On August 3, 1999, to Paul and Jenny a son, Daniel George. A precious third grandchild for Brian and Mavis Henry. Congratulations and best wishes.

PARKER--- COOPER- On Saturday, July 24, 1999, in Lincoln County Hospital to Kevin and Lucy a beautiful baby daughter, Millie Jasmine. Love and best wishes to you both and congratulations. Love from Mum, Dad and all the family.

PEARCE--- SHEEHY- On July 28, 1999, in Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup, to Heather and Dean a beautiful little boy, Isaac Louis, 6lb 6oz. Grandson for Nita and Brian, nephew for Vanessa and Chris, cousin for Isabel and Philip. Love and congratulations.

POWELL- On July 29, 1999, in Nottingham City Hospital to Mark and Sue (nee Hough) a son, Joseph Richard. All my love to my darling wife Sue. Thank you for our beautiful son. Love, Mark. xx.

ROBERTS- On August 1, 1999, in City Hospital, Nottingham, to Darren and Maria (nee King) a daughter, Libby Maria, 7lb 3oz, a sister for Charlie.

THOMPSON--- ANDERSON- On August 1, 1999, in Nottingham City Hospital to Alan and Kirstin a lovely baby boy, Kamen James, 7lb 6oz. Well done. Lots of love, Mum, Dad and family. xxx.

Deaths

BAXTER- On July 31, 1999, on her 82nd birthday, Edna May, precious mother of Terence, nana of Zoey and Clare. Will be sadly missed.

BUNKLE- On July 31, 1999, peacefully at home, Evelyn, aged 70 years. Devoted wife of Alan, mother of Ann, Kathryn and Caroline, grandmother of Melanie. Funeral service at 12.15pm today, Friday, August 6, 1999 at St Michael's Church, Farnsfield, followed by cremation at Mansfield. Family flowers, rather donations to Marie Curie Cancer Care, may be sent to C. G. Rhodes Funeral Director, Farnsfield, NG22 8EY. Tel 01623 882383.

CLARKE- On August 4, 1999, peacefully in Beaumond House, Hilda, aged 89. Much loved wife of Les, dearly loved mum of Valerie and Derek, a loving nan of Paul and Karen and sister of Eva, beloved aunt of Joy, Terry, Linda and Mick, she will be sadly missed by all the family. The funeral service will be held at St Giles' Church, Balderton, on Tuesday, August 10 at 3.15pm, followed by committal at Grantham Crematorium. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations for Newark and District Hospice Aid may be sent to E. Gill and Sons.

COE- On August 3, 1999, in South Collingham Hall Nursing Home, Ivy Lilian, wife of the late Robert, aged 88. Funeral service on Monday, August 9, at All Saints' Church, Sutton-on-Trent at 3pm, followed by burial. Inquiries to J. A. Marrison Funeral Directors, 01636 821415.

FINNIE- On July 31, 1999, peacefully in the Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham, Jean, aged 66 years, of Beckingham. A dearly loved mother, grandmother, daughter and sister, remembered always. Funeral service at Grantham Crematorium today, Friday, August, 6, 1999, at 11am. No flowers by request, please. If desired, donations in her memory for the Imperial Cancer Research Fund, or the RSPCA, may be sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

FINNIE- On July 31, 1999, in Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham, Jean (nee Brown) of Beckingham. Peace after pain. Loved and remembered always. Mum, Alan, Shirley and Amy.

FINNIE- On July 31, 1999, Jean. Fond memories of a dear friend. Gone but not forgotten. Rest in peace. From Evelyn and Kathrine.

LALE- On August 3, 1999, peacefully, after a short illness, in Beaumond House, Joyce Mary, aged 76 years, of Greaves Close, Newark. The dearly loved wife of the late Philip, devoted mother of Stewart, and much loved grandmother of Rebecca and Thomas. Funeral service at St Giles' Church, Balderton, on Monday, August 9, 1999, at 10.15am, followed by cremation at Grantham. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations in her memory for Beaumond House, may be sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

LALE- On August 3, 1999, Joyce. A very caring sister-in-law, now at rest with Phil. God bless you both. Love, Doreen, Fay, Pat and Roger. xx.

LALE- On August 3, 1999, Joyce. Loved and remembered always. Jean, Joan and families.

LALE- On August 3, 1999, Joyce. A dear sister-in-law, sleeping peacefully now with Phil. Love, Pat, Roland, Roy, Elsie, Bernard and Eileen.

LALE- On August 3, 1999, Joyce.- You had a smile for everyone, You had a heart of gold, You left the sweetest memories This world could ever hold.- God bless, Kate.

PORTER- On August 1, 1999, Colin.- Words are few, thoughts are deep, Memories of you are ours to keep.- Brother-in-law to Eileen, uncle to Keith and Wendy.

PORTER- On August 1, 1999, Colin. A dear friend who will be sadly missed. Pat and Doreen.

SMITH- On August 2, 1999, Joseph of Farnsfield. Much loved husband, dad and grandad. Requiem Mass at St Anthony's Church, Calverton, at 2pm on Monday, August 9, 1999, followed by burial at St Michael's Church, Farnsfield. No flowers by request, rather donations towards an item of Mansfield Community Hospital. Any cheques, please, to C. G. Rhodes Funeral Directors, Farnsfield.

STARMER- On August 2, 1999, in Newark Hospital, Geoffrey John, of Southwell, aged 75. Funeral service at Southwell Minster, Tuesday, August 10 at 11am, followed by cremation at Mansfield. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to British Heart Foundation, c/o D. J. Hall Funeral Directors, King Street, Southwell.

Marriages

BENNETT--- WILLOWS- On July 31, 1999, at Marton Hall, Sewerby, Robin, son of Mr and Mrs R. Bennett of Flamborough, and Lisa, daughter of Mr and Mrs R. Willows of Balderton.

BRIGGS-PRICE--- WARD- On July 31, 1999, at Newark Parish Church by Canon Roger Hill, Daniel, eldest son of Mr and Mrs William Briggs-Price of Elm Avenue, Newark, and Emma, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Terry Ward of Beacon Hill Road, Newark.

MALLON--- SCARTH- On July 31, 1999, at St Peter's Church, Claypole, by the Rev G. Munn, Anthony, son of Mrs Jean Mallon of Sheffield and the late Mr Gerard Kevin Mallon, and Helen, daughter of Mrs Sandra Scarth of Claypole.

PETRIE--- HAWLEY- On July 31, 1999, at St John of Jerusalem Church, Winkburn, Emil Robert, of Shepherds Bush, London, and Emma of Cheltenham, Glos.

SHEPLEY--- THOMPSON- On July 24, 1999, at Bramhall Parish Church, Stockport, Gary Ian, son of Mr and Mrs R. I. Shepley of Collingham, and Jane Ellen, daughter of Mr and Mrs F. J. Thompson of Macclesfield.

TRIBBLE--- SANSOM- On July 30, 1999, at St Mary's Church, Lowdham, by the Rev Muriel Keene, Simon, son of Mr and Mrs John Tribble of Wilford village, Nottingham, and Jacquie, daughter of Mr Trevor Sansom and Mrs Pauline Spalding of Bottesford, Notts, and Moraira, Spain, respectively.

WARD--- ROBERTS- On July 31, 1999, at St Giles' Church, Balderton, Stephen, son of Mr and Mrs P. Ward of Farndon, and Tammy, daughter of Mr and Mrs J. L. Roberts of Balderton.

Engagements

EDLIN--- FLACKETT- Mr and Mrs T. Flackett are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Melanie, and Robert, son of Mr and Mrs Edlin. Wishing you both every happiness for the future. Love, Mum, Dad, Lisa and Steve.

Birthdays

HANSARD- Congratulations, Russell, on your 21st birthday, August 6, 1999. All our love, Mum, Dad, Nan, Aunty Rosemary and Peter. xxx.

PRICE- Leanda. Happy 21st birthday, August 6, 1999. Love, June, David, Ryan and Jack.

RIGLEY- Victor. Happy 80th birthday, August 6, 1999. Lots of love from all the family.

Birthday Memories

BUTLER- George. August 6. Many treasured memories of my darling husband George's birthday. That special day, August 6. Memories of those happy days when we were together on our birthdays. I feel so sad being without you for 16 long years, but Jesus saw that you were weary, and he said, "Come unto me all that are weary and I will give you rest.'' Until we meet again, your ever-loving wife.

CREE- Barbara. August 8. Missing sending you your birthday card so much. Loved and remembered always. Pat, Freddie and family.

GRIERSON- Sylvia. August 7. To a wonderful mum and gran we all love and miss, happy birthday. Love, Les, Linda, Bryan, Lyndsay, Joe, Nik and Jade.

HANSARD- Simeon. August 6. Special memories of our dear Simeon on his birthday. Loved and missed always. From Aunt Jennifer, Uncle David, Ben and Sam. xxx.

HIBBITT- Peter. August 5.- Remembering you is easy, We do it every day, It is the heartache of losing you That never goes away.- Miss you. Love, Doreen, Mandy, James, Kayleigh, Nicola, and Matthew.

TINSLEY- Alan. August 9. Loving thoughts and special memories today. Love always, Dick, Jayne and Ben.

TINSLEY- Alan. August 9.- Locked in our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Love, Mam and Mervin.

In Memoriam

BRIGGS-PRICE- Gordon, August 9, 1994.- I smile and seem carefree, No one could miss you more than me.- Loving wife, Dorothy. x. You gave us all your love, Dad; if only we could tell you how much we loved you in return. Son Billy, daughters Christine and Anita. xxx.

DEAN- Richard James, tragically killed August 10, 1985, aged 17. Precious memories of a son we loved so much, always by our side. Love, Mum, Dad and family.

FISHER- Ernest, died August 12, 1996. Precious memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather. Always thinking of you. Loving wife Joyce, Julie and Lemy, Karen and Nick and grandchildren.

GILLIAT- Lily, died August 12, 1994. Darling Mum, your love and caring ways will for ever be a treasured memory in my heart and always missing you so much. All my love, Vi.

GUY- Alan James, August 4, 1998.- We may cry, but never despair, Because, in our hearts, you'll always be there.- Love, Sarah, Shona, Karen and Craig.

HUBBARD- Geoffrey, August 8, 1985.- For ever in our memories we have of you, We will treasure our whole lives through.- Loving wife Peggy, sons Robert and Andrew and sister Barbara.

HYDE- Roland, died August 7, 1985.- Locked in our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Loving wife Audrey, sons, daughters and families. xxx.

MAIDLOW- Helen, died August 8, 1995. Always remembered and in our thoughts. Love, Alan, Gary and Tony.

McCOSH- Helen, died August 7, 1998. In loving memory. Love from your family and friends.

SIMPSON- Rodney (Sos), died August 9, 1990. Remembered always. Loving wife Dot and family.

SMITH- Thomas Mark, died August 6, 1985. Loving memories of our dear dad. Love, daughters Jane, Wendy, Sally and families.

WILLIS- Romany, died August 10, 1991. For ever in our thoughts. Love always, Ian, Kayleigh, Emma and Jack.

WILLIS- Romany, August 10, 1991.- Eight years ago you went to sleep, Treasured memories are mine to keep.- Love, Sheila. xxx.

Congratulations

DOUGHTY- Anna. Welcome home after your year in Kenya. We are all very proud of you. Lots of love, Peter, Joy, Ray and family.

EDLIN--- FLACKETT- Congratulations, Melanie, on your engagement to Robert. All the best for the future. Love, Nan and Paul.

EVANS- Congratulations, Peter, on passing your CIMA finals. From Dad, Mum, Christopher, Wendy and Matthew. x.

HART- Lisa, BA honours degree. Well done, sweetheart, we are all so proud of you. From all the family, especially Mum and Dad.

Golden Weddings

EMERSON--- PACEY- On August 6, 1949, at Christ Church, Lombard Street, Newark, by the Rev Cyril Bardsley, Herbert and Vera. Love and congratulations, Aby.

GODNEY--- SIMMONS- On August 6, 1949, George and Sylvia. Congratulations on your Golden Wedding. Lots of love, Betty and Dennis.

Silver Weddings

BOWDEN--- WARD- On August 10, 1974, at Newark Parish Church, Stephen and Judith. Congratulations. Love from Mum, Dad and all the family.

Thanks

ATKIN- The family of the late Jim would like to thank everyone who has sent cards, letters and donations, also those who supported us by attending the service at St Augustine of Canterbury Church, Flintham, on Monday, August 2.

BOOTH- Kenny would like to thank Jean and family for the surprise 50th party. Thanks also to all family and friends for all cards and donations to Newark Hospice, which came to £300. Special thanks to Val and June for the buffet and Celebrations Roadshow for an excellent disco.

HANDLEY- The family would like to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind messages of sympathy in the sad loss of their mother, Elsie. Thanks to E. Gill and Sons, to all at Grantham Hospital and to Hilary and Mandy.

JUNGE- Following the funeral of Hermann, thanks are expressed to his many friends and all others who supported and cared for him during his illness, attended his funeral service and contributed to the League of Friends of Newark Hospital.

LALE- Stewart and family would like to thank everyone involved in caring for the late Joyce, especially Judith, Kate and Michael. Grateful thanks to all on Sconce Ward of Newark General Hospital and the wonderful staff at Beaumond House.

MALLETT- Sheila and family wish to say a sincere thank you to everyone who sent messages of sympathy and all who attended Thomas's funeral. Our thanks to the Rev G. Munn for a thoughtful service and E. Gill and Sons for excellent arrangements. Thank you to all who donated to the League of Friends of Newark Hospital in his memory.

PEGG- Gareth and Mandy would like to thank family and friends for all the cards and presents, on the birth of their sons, Alex and Matthew.

STARK- Thomas, Joyce and families wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for all their kind messages of sympathy and donations for Newark Hospice, following the sad loss of Margaret, a dear mother and grandmother. Special thanks to all the doctors, nurses and staff at Newark Hospital for all their kindness, care and attention, to Isobel Pepper for her words of comfort and the funeral service at Winthorpe Road Baptist Church, and finally to all the staff at G. E. Rose for their assistance with the funeral arrangements.

STOREY- Gary would like to thank all his friends and family for making his 40th birthday party a great night. Thank you for all the lovely cards and presents and a special thanks to Karen and Maria for all their help.