21 May 99

Births

BLETCHER- On May 12, 1999, in City Hospital, Nottingham, to David and Lesley (nee Hayward) at 3.50pm, a son, Adam Oliver, 8lb 8oz, a brother for Elizabeth. With love and congratulations from all the family.

FOSKETT- On May 12, 1999, in Lincoln County Hospital to David and Jackie (nee Johnson) a son, Samuel Maurice, 7lb 8oz. Grandson to carol and Barry Daykin, Nephew to Lynne and Brian, Samantha and Pete, and cousin to Georgia, Holly and William. Well done, our Jack.

FOSKETT- On May 12, 1999, in Lincoln County Hospital to David and Jackie (nee Johnson) a son, Samuel Maurice, 7lb 8oz.

FOSKETT- On May 12, 1999, to David and Jackie, a precious gift of a baby boy, Samuel Maurice, 7lb 8oz. Thanks to both families from the proud parents.

FOSKETT- On May 12, 1999. Congratulations, David and Jackie, and welcome to Samuel Maurice. Well done and love to you all. Margaret, Derek, Stella, Kay and William.

HENDERSON - FRANCIS- On May 15, 1999, in Nottingham City Hospital to Stewart and Beverley a son, Cameron James. for both families, with love and congratualtions.

HUNSLEY- On May 18, 1999, in Lincoln County Hospital to Paul and Claire (nee Self) a son, James Joseph, 2lb 12oz. Claire and baby doing well. First grandson to Elaine and Roy and second grandson to Vicci and Michael. With love and congratulations from both families.

JONES- On May 11, 1999, in St Richard's Hospital, Chichester, to Barrie and Nicola a daughter, Bethan. A most welcome sister for Alex, and granddaughter for Jean and Brian.

JOYNES- On May 17, 1999, at 3.17pm in Nottingham City Hospital to Tony and Sara (nee Parker) a beautiful daughter, Connie Alexandra, weight 6lb. Congratulations and thank you both for making us very proud grandparents for the first time. Love you all. Mum and Dad. xxx.

JOYNES- On May 17, 1999, in Nottingham City Hospital at 3.17pm. Thank you, Sara, for making my life complete. A baby daughter, Connie Alexandra, 6lb, to be loved and cherished. You worked so hard to bring Connie into this life, of which I am so proud. Love always to you both, your ever-loving husband, Tony.

Deaths

ALLISON- On May 13, 1999, Judy. Fondest memories. Ken, Margaret and family.

ALLISON- On May 13, 1999, peacefully in Beaumond House, Newark, Judy, aged 60. Beloved wife of Derek, much loved mother of Lyn, Trudi and Mandy, mother-in-law of Les, Mally and Steve, dear nan of Samantha and Glenn, Ross, Dean, Natalie, Emma and Naomi, dearly loved daughter of Helen. Interment took place at Newark Cemetery on Wednesday, May 19. If desired, donations in her memory for Newark and District Hospice Aid, may be sent to E. Gill and Sons.

ALLISON- On May 13, 1999, Judy. After the suffering comes the peace. Loved sister-in-law of Barry and Eileen, dearest auntie to Edwina, Andrew, Martin and Robert and families.

BENTLEY- On May 12, 1999, in Newark Hospital, Alfred, aged 90. Widower of the late Olive Bentley. Funeral took place yesterday at Christ Church, Newark.- Your memory is a keepsake, With which we will never part; God has you in His keeping, We have you in our hearts.- Son and daughter-in-law Pete and Margaret.

BENTLEY- On May 12, 1999, Alf. Grandad, you'll be sadly missed but not forgotten. Love from David, Sharon and Andy.

BENTLEY- On May 12, 1999, Alfred.- No longer in our lives to share, But, in our hearts, you're always there.- Love, Lee, Sarah and Shannon, and Lynn, Paul, Lilliana and Sophia.

BENTLEY- On May 12, 1999, Alf (Grandad), aged 90. No time to say goodbye. Love you for ever. Your grandson Chris, granddaughter Rachel and great-grandchildren James and Charlie. xxx.

BENTLEY- On May 12, 1999, Alf. Grandad, fondest memories. You'll be dearly missed. Love, Robert, Jackie, Thomas and Olivia.

CARLI- On May 12, 1999, in Mirano Hospital, Italy, after a long illness bravely borne, Maria, passed peacefully away. Beloved wife of the late Carlo. You devoted your life to caring for others, you were always there for us. You will be sadly missed by us all. Rex, Tina, Nina, Paul, Lorenzo, Jason, Josephine and children, Mirielle, Robert, Ginnetta and family and Tina Proni.

COBB- On May 16, 1999, suddenly, at Hayle, Cornwall, Arthur Dennis, aged 73. Loving husband of Gladys, dearest father of Susan and Sid. Rest in peace.

COBB- On May 16, 1999, Arthur Dennis. Loving brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Vera, Mary, Ron and families.

DIGNUM- On May 15, 1999, in Newark Hospital, after a long illness, Clifford Gordon of Collingham, aged 81 years. Husband of the late Edith Mary, much loved father of Phil and Cindy, grandfather of Luke, Daryl, Brett, Lisa, Zita and families. Funeral at Lincoln Crematorium today, Friday, May 21 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, and donations, please, to the British Heart Foundation and Collingham Vilage Care Group, c/o David Tingle Funeral Directors, Collingham.

FLEMING- On May 13, 1999, Tom. Somewhere we know you'll still be dancing, we mean really dancing. Missing you. Lots of love, Georgie, Romayne, Shelley, Kate and Nicola.

HOPKINSON- On May 4, 1999, Freda.- A loving smile, a tender heart, God said it's time for us to part. A book of memories we hold dear, Thoughts of you, Nan, are always here.- Love from all the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

McEWEN- On May 14, 1999, in Newark Hospital, Celia Adelaide, aged 89 years. Mother of Tim, mother-in-law of Rosemary, grandmother of Jill and Joanna and great-grandmother of Joshua.

NORTH- On May 18, 1999, in Newark Hospital, Grace Margaret (nee Allen), aged 74. Beloved wife of the late Dennis Williams, much loved mother of Stuart and Carl, mother-in-law to Pat and Karen, dearly loved grandmother of Eric, Sylvia, David and the late Joan and sister-in-law to Pat, Vera, Larry, Arnold, Mary and Brenda. Funeral service at Christ Church, Newark, on Monday, May 24 at 2pm, followed by interment at Newark Cemetery. Flowers may be sent to E. Gill and Sons.

NORTH- On May 18, 1999, Grace Margaret.- Mum, you fought so hard right to the end, Our broken hearts you cannot mend, You gave us love, you showed you cared, And, in our hearts, you'll always be there.- Goodnight, God bless. Thanks for being my mum. Reunited with Dad. Love always, Carl and Karen. xxx.

NORTH- On May 18, 1999, in the loving care of Minster Ward at Newark Hospital, Grace Margaret, aged 74. Loving and much loved sister of Sylvia and Larry, loving aunt to Valerie and Mike, and a dear great-aunt. Life will not be the same without you. Love, Sylvia.

NORTH- On May 18, 1999, Grace Margaret. A dear grandma.- Hugs and kisses we cannot give, But, in our hearts, you'll always live. Goodnight, God bless. Love, January, Jodie and Lauren. xxx.

O'SULLIVAN- On May 14, 1999, Francis. To my brave dad who was in so much pain and not once complained. You fought so hard to stay. I'm so proud of you. The suffering is over, now you can rest in peace. On your last few days you told me you were, and will always be, there for me and I know you always will. I love and miss you so much. Anne. xxx.

O'SULLIVAN- On May 14, 1999, in Newark Hospital, Francis. Brother-in-law of Beryl and Arthur, uncle to Debbie and Paul and great-uncle to Max. Memories are ours to keep, Francis. You were so special to everyone who knew you. Rest in peace.

O'SULLIVAN- On May 14, 1999, peacefully in Newark Hospital, a very early age, Francis (Frank) of Coddington, aged 63. Dearly loved husband to Anne and father to Neil and Anne, sadly missed by Martyn and Olivia and brothers and sisters, in-laws, nephews and nieces. Funeral service at All Saints' Church, Coddington, today, Friday, May 21 at 12 noon, followed by interment in the churchyard. Flowers may be sent to E. Gill and Sons.

PATON- On May 20, 1999, peacefully, after a short illness courageously borne, in Beaumond House Hospice, William (Bill), aged 76 years. A much loved dad, grandad and brother. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations inquiries, may be directed to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors. Tel 01636 703808.

PEARSON- On May 17, 1999, suddenly, at home, Walter Arthur, aged 65 years. Funeral service at Winkburn Church on Monday, May 24 at 11.30am. Flowers, or donations to the British Heart Foundation.

PEARSON- On May 17, 1999, Walt, suddently taken. Much loved husband of Mickie, son of Grace and brother of Ray. Will be very sadly missed by all who knew him. Mickie and family.

THOMPSON- On May 19, 1999, peacefully in Newark Hospital, Philip, aged 58 years. The much loved husband of Coral, and devoted dad of Clayton and Richard. Details of funeral arrangements may be obtained from G. E. Rose Funeral Directors. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations in his memory to the British Heart Foundation or RSPCA, may be sent to G. E. Rose.

THOMPSON- On May 19, 1999. Philip, aged 58. Much sadness, but for ever in our hearts. Reunited with son Richard. Our love and thoughts are with Coral and Clayton. From brother David and Di. xx.

THOMPSON- On May 19, 1999, Phil. Fondest memories of Phil, our uncle. Love from Julie and Carl. xx.

THOMPSON- On May 19, 1999, Phil. Rest in peace. Deepest sympathy to Coral and Clayton. Love from Rosie.

WRAGG- On May 18, 1999, peacefully in Newark Hospital, William (Bill), aged 88. Much loved father of Barbara, John and Pauline. Funeral service at St Laurence's Church, Thorpe, on Monday, May 24 at 11am, followed by interment in the churchyard. No flowers by request, but if desired, donations for Cancer Research Campaign may be sent to E. Gill and Sons.

Engagements

BEALL - PEGG- Mr and Mrs John Beall of Newark are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Richard, and Vicki, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Pegg of Newark. Love and congratulations from both families.

Birthdays

BADGER- Linda (Ingrid). Happy 50th birthday, May 20, 1999. Love, Eddy, Anne and family. xx.

BRADLEY- Congratulations, Amanda, on your 18th birthday, May 23, 1999. Lots of love, Mum, Dad, Nan, Susan, Jon and Jacob. x.

BRADLEY- Congratulations, Amanda, on your 18th birthday, May 23, 1999, and good luck for the future. Love, Nan, Grandad and Uncle Cecil.

LAMBERT- Congratulations, Lee, on your 21st birthday, May 21, 1999. Love and best wishes from Mum, Dad, Nanna, Kelly and Mat.

LAMBERT- Congratulations, Lee, on your 21st birthday, May 21, 1999. Have a good time. Love, Louise. x.

VINTER- Congratulations, Andrew, on your 21st birthday, May 21, 1999. Love, Mum, Dad and Gemma.

WOOLLFORD- Hayley. Congratulations on your 21st birthday, May 26, 1999. Have a lovely day. Love from Mum, Tracey, Michelle and families, Madelaine and Oliver.

Birthday Memories

CARLISLE- May 26. Thinking of you, Mum, on your 90th birthday.- Every day, no matter where, In our hearts, you're always there, Forget you, Mum, we never will, You left a place no one can fill.- Love and miss you, darling. Daughter Mary and son-in-law Ron.

HARRISON- Marion. May 18.- No card to send, no birthday to share, But memories are always there.- Love and miss you. Betty and Fred.

In Memoriam

GIBSON- Les, May 20, 1997. I miss you so much, Les. All my love, Phyllis. x.

GIBSON- Les, May 20, 1997. Always thinking of you, Dad. Love, Lynne, Carol, Jennifer, Alan, Colin, Philip, Peter and Emma. xxx.

GIBSON- Les, May 20, 1997. We miss you, Grandad. Lots of love, Ben, Jessica, Lisa, Joanna and Laura. xxx.

HARPER- Dennis, died May 22, 1994. Loving memories of a dear husband.- I miss you more than anyone knows, As time goes by, the emptiness grows, The tears I shed are wiped away, But the ache in my heart is here to stay.- Love you always, wife Kathleen and family. xxx.

HIBBITT- Peter, died May 19, 1998.- It's a lonely house and longing and a silent tear, Always wishing you were here. My love for you will always keep, It cannot fade, it lies too deep.- Loving wife, Doreen.

HIBBITT- Peter, died May 19, 1998.- Sad are the hearts that loved you, Silent the tears that fall, Living our lives without you, Is the hardest of all.- From Mandy, James, Kayleigh, Nicola and Mathew.

HOCKEY- Elsie May, May 24, 1998.- We think of you in silence, We talk about you too, We have our wonderful memories, But how we wish we still had you.- Love, Albert and Susan.

HOPKINSON- Jack, died May 21, 1993.- Happy thoughts of times together, Hold memories that will last for ever.- Loving wife Rhoda and family.

LANGLEY- Gerald (Ged), May 24, 1994.- Though you're not here for us, To see and talk to every day, The feelings that we hold in our hearts, Will never fade away, We cannot send you flowers, But if we could, they would say, We love you very much, Today and every day.- Loving wife Joanie, sons Robert and Gerald and families. xxx.

PADGETT- Edith Gladys, died May 22, 1988.- A daily thought, a silent tear, A constant wish that you were here, An empty place no one can fill, We miss you still and always will.- Loving son Robert and family.

PARSONS- Harold, died May 21, 1988. Treasured memories of a special dad and grandad. Thinking of you today and always. All our love, Caroline and Kirsty. xxx.

PARSONS- Harold, May 21, 1988.- We never will forget you, Or the special way you cared, For, in our hearts remain the memories, Of the happy times we shared.- Love, wife Joyce and family.

PASHLEY- Dennis, died May 20, 1998.- There are no words to say, How much I love and miss you every day.- From your ever-loving wife Jean and family. xxx.

PASHLEY- Dennis, May 20, 1998.- I received the phone call, the pain severe, The words that were spoken, Dad's no longer here; It's been a year to the day that my dad slipped away, You can't turn the clock back, that I know, But the words unspoken, I loved you so.- Your ever broken-hearted daughter, Denise. xxxx.

PASHLEY- Dennis, died May 20, 1998. Treasured memories of a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Always in our thoughts. David, Rose and family. xxx.

PEEL- Chris, died May 27, 1996.- Chris, how we miss you, Chris, how we care, Our life is just so empty, Now you are not there.- Love, Joyce, Michael, Carol, Jeffrey and Kirsty.

RIPPIN- James Edward, died May 23, 1996. Thought about each day, loved and missed so very much. God bless. Love, Rita.

ROBB- Alf, died May 21, 1998. Sadly missed, remembered always. Love, daughter Nadine and son-in-law Stuart.

ROBB- Nicky (Jaffa), died May 25, 1994.- A parents' love for their son, Is a strong and lasting one, Our love for you will never die, And we will always wonder why, But, in our hearts, we both know, Our love for you will grow and grow; You're in our hearts for evermore, The son we always will adore. We miss you, Nicky, today, tomorrow, always.- Love, Mum and Dad. xx.

ROBB- Nicky, May 25, 1994.- We think of you in silence, We talk about you too, We have our wonderful memories, But how we wish we still had you. Love, Nanar, Grandad, Karen, Allan, Kevin and Carl.

ROBB- Nicky, died May 25, 1994. Sadly missed, remembered always. Love, Jane.

SPENDLOW- Ronald, died May 25, 1983.- They say time heals everything, But I know that isn't true, Because it still hurts as much today, As it did when I lost you.- God bless. Loving wife, Sylvia. x.

SPENDLOW- Ronald, May 25, 1983.- Deep in our hearts, your memory is kept, You were too special ever to forget.- Son Garry, Gill and grandchildren.

SPENDLOW- Ronald, died May 25, 1983. Remembered not just today, but every day. Love, Michael, Sue, Lynsey and Daniel.

WATSON- Gilbert, died May 20, 1995.- There is still a lonely heartache, Often a silent tear, But always a beautiful memory, Of one we loved so dear.- Love, wife Joyce, Wilfred and Mary.

WILSON- Arthur, May 24, 1988.- Swiftly the years pass by, But loving memories never die.- Ever-loving family.

Congratulations

WING- Brian and Theresa, May 18, 1974. Congratulations on your Silver Wedding. Wishing you many more happy years together. Love from Julia, Simon, Clare and John. PS. Who said it would not last?

Silver Weddings

BEEDHAM - ROGAN- On May 25, 1974, at Christ Church, Newark, Michael and Linda. Congratulations, Mum and Dad. Love from Diane, Lee, Dawn, Steve, David, Daniel and Rebekah. xx.