December 2000

22 December 2000

Births

GRANT- On December 15, 2000, in Nottingham City Hospital to Sean and Camilla (nee Mayfield) a son, Harry James. Welcome brother for Joshua. Love from both families.

HOY- On December 14, 2000, in Maryland, USA, to John and Helen (nee Brennan) a son, Aiden John, 8lb 9\4oz. First grandson for Owen, Maureen, Pat and Mick, first nephew for all.in, Cindy, Bonnie, Chris and Vanessa. Love from us all.

HUBBARD- BEEDHAM- On December 18, 2000, to Stephen and Dawn a daughter, Holly. Congratulations on giving us a granddaughter. Love, Mum and Dad, Sally and Rob. xxx.

ERRIAGE- On December 15, 2000, to Colin and Debbie, a son, Callum. Thanks for letting me share your special time. Love, Sara. xx.
NICHOLSON- On December 14, 2000, to Julian and Paula a lovely son, Joseph Jack. A most welcome brother for Alice and George.

ROBERTSON- On December 14, 2000, to Craig and Kim a daughter, Courtney Jade-Lee, 8lb 13oz. Thanks to all concerned, especially our daughter Limara, for all her hard work in the past nine months. Love to you all.

ROBERTSON- On December 14, 2000, in Nottingham City Hospital to Craig and Kim a daughter, Courtney Jade-Lee. Congratulations. God bless you all. Love from Annette, Ian and Natalie. xxx.

THACKHAM- BELL- On December 16, 2000, in City Hospital, Congratulations, love and best wishes from Roy, Amanda and family.

THACKHAM- BELL- On December 16, 2000, in City Hospital, Nottingham, to Christian and Zena a daughter, Poppy Lee. Congratulations, love and best wishes from Dad and Joyce.

YOUNG- On December 15, 2000, in Lincoln County Hospital to Wayne and Sharon (nee Stark) a precious son, Haydn Paul, 6lb 15oz. Special thanks to Mr Vogt. Lots of love from Mum and Dad Stark.

Deaths

ATKINSON- On December 15, 2000, Clare Jane, formally of Newark Road, Southwell. Beloved daughter of Celia and Keith Atkinson MBE. Clare leaves a baby daughter, Paige, 16 months. Funeral today, Friday, December 22, at noon, at Wilford Hill Crematorium. No flowers. Donations to Hemel Hempstead Hospital via the funeral director, D. J. Hall, 60a King Street, Southwell.

BENTLEY- On December 16, 2000, peacefully in Newark Hospital, Reginald William, of Collingham, aged 86 years. The dearly loved husband of the late Rene, father of Tina and Paul, father-in-law of Colin and grandad of Claire. Funeral took place at Collingham Methodist Church yesterday, Thursday, December 21, followed by cremation. Any donations, please, to Collingham Village Care Group, c/o David Tingle Funeral Director, 18 Oaklands, Collingham.

BOYCE- On December 15, 2000, Margaret Rose. Our thoughts are too much for words. Sadly missed. Daughter Valerie, son-in-law Brian, grandsons Tristram and Gareth.

BOYCE- On December 15, 2000, Margaret Rose. Like a ship lost on a stormy sea, my lighthouse is out of sight, her beacon never to shine again. Rest in peace, my darling. Love, Cal.

BOYCE- On December 15, 2000, Margaret Rose. So unexpectedly passed away. Much loved mum and nanny.- Memories are a gift Carole, Andrew and grandchildren Jamie, Leonie and Katie. xx.

BOYCE- On December 15, 2000, Margaret Rose. No fancy words or poems can ease the way we feel. Love and miss you, Mum. Heartbroken daughter Sandra, granddaughter Zoe. xx. Sleep safe.

BOYCE- On December 15, 2000, Margaret Rose (Stevens), died suddenly. Will be sadly missed, until we meet again, Geoff, Rae, Linda, Steven, grandchildren Kirsty and Tyrone.

CRANCH- On December 17, 2000, peacefully, after a short illness, in Beaumond House, Newark, Richard, aged 62 years, of Beacon Heights, Newark. The dearly loved husband of Janet, devoted father of Helen and Simon and beloved grandad of George and Phoebe. Funeral service at Newark Parish Church on Tuesday, January 2, 2001, at 1.45pm, followed by cremation at Grantham. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations in his memory for Newark and District Hospice Aid, may be sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

FELL- On December 15, 2000, in Newark Hospital, Joan Evelyn, aged 76. Much loved wife of the late Thomas, dearly and Jill, dear grandmother of Paul, Sharon, Adam and Tony Lynsey, great-grandmother of Nathan and Haydn. Funeral service at St Giles' Church, Balderton, today Friday, December 22, at 10.45am, followed by cremation at Grantham. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations for Macmillan Cancer Relief may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

HALLAM- On December 19, 2000, Peter. To a good friend will be sadly missed. Love, Alan, Rita and family.

HALLAM- On December 19, 2000, peacefully in Newark Hospital, Peter, aged 74. Funeral service at Lincoln Crematorium today, Friday, December 22, at 1.30pm. Inquiries to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

LEE- On December 19, 2000, suddenly at home, Denis, of Barnstone, aged 84. Loving husband of the late Kathleen, much loved father of Stewart, Yvonne and Angela, dear grandfather of Thomas, Robert, Elizabeth, James and Richard. Funeral service at All Saints' Church, Granby, on Wednesday, December 27, at 12.15pm, followed by cremation at Grantham. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations for the Cancer Research Campaign may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

McCAIG-SCOTT- On December 13, 2000, suddenly but peacefully, Winifred (Freddie), aged 75 years, of Granby Court, Bingham, and formerly of Village Way, Farndon. Beloved widow of William, and a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, was truly loved and will be sadly missed. Funeral service at Grantham Crematorium took place yesterday, Thursday, December 21, 2000. Donations in her memory, for the British Heart Foundation, may be sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

MORTIMER- On December 15, 2000, peacefully in the Little Oaks Nursing Home, Balderton, Eveline (Dora), aged 82 nana, and great-nana. For ever in our hearts. Funeral mum, service today, Friday, December 22, at the G. E. Rose Service Chapel at 1.45pm, followed by cremation at Grantham. Flowers and inquiries to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors. Telephone 01636 703808.

MORTIMER- On December 15, 2000, Dora. A very precious mum.- God saw you getting weary, The hill too steep to climb; He gently took you in His arms, And whispered, "Peace be thine.''- Goodnight, God bless. From your ever-loving daughter, Pat. x.

MORTIMER- On December 15,2000, Dora. Your smile was made of sunshine, Your heart was made of gold, There is no better nana The world could ever hold. In our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Love, Michelle and Mick, Jonathan and Jackie, Wayne and Zoe, Marie and Simon and Mark. xxxxx. Gentle Jesus up above, Give our great-nana a great big hug.- Love, Nathan, Curtis and Leah. xxx.

MORTIMER- On December 15, 2000, Dora.- Mum, a loving smile, a heart of gold, No finer person this world could hold.- Finally met up with Dad. In my heart always. I love you very much. Love, David. x.

MORTIMER- On December 15, 2000, Dora. Rest in peace, goodnight, God bless. Doreen, Cliff, Andrew, Annette and Joshua.

PAYNE- On December 16, 2000, John. Son of Robert (Bob) and the late Phylis Payne. God bless, son. Your heartbroken Dad.

PAYNE- On December 16, 2000, John. You will always be in our thoughts. God bless you. Love, David, Jacqueline and family.

PAYNE- On December 16, 2000, John.- A loving smile, a heart of gold, No finer person this world could hold.- Loving sister Janet, Jim and family.

PAYNE- On December 16, 2000, in Newark Hospital, John. Beloved husband of Carol, father of Darren and Neil.- Our words are few, our thoughts are deep, Memories of you are ours to keep.

PAYNE- On December 16, 2000. John.- We take our memories one by one, Things you've said, things you've done, They bring a smile and many a tear, These memories of you are very dear. Your broken-hearted sister Rosemarie (Roe) andnieces Sheryl and Stacey.

PHILLIPS- On December 14, 2000, peacefully in Park View Residential Home, Newark, William Charles (Bill), aged 78 years, formerly of Valley View, Coddington. The dearly loved widower of Joyce, and a dear uncle. Funeral service at Grantham Crematorium took place yesterday, Thursday, December 21, 2000. Donations in his memory for Newark and District Hospice Aid may be sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

PHILLIPS- On December 14, 2000, suddenly, in Park View Coddington. Much loved husband of the late Joyce, and a dear friend and neighbour of Ralph and Nancy Sleight and family. Will be sadly missed. Fond birthday memories for Boxing Day.

RAWLIN- On December 14, 2000, Herbert Edward (Bert). Words cannot express how much I miss you. You were always there to help and guide me, you had a heart of gold and a loving smile. A very special dad who will never be forgotten. God bless. Love, Dianne.

RAWLIN- On December 14, 2000, Herbert Edward, DFC (Bert). bravery you showed in your final years. Whilst we miss you painfully we are thankful you are now at peace. Our love and thoughts will be with you always. Charles and Marion.

RAWLIN- On December 14, 2000, Herbert Edward, DFC (Bert). Peace after pain. God bless you, darling. Loving wife, Gwen.

RAWLIN- On December 14, 2000, peacefully in Beaumond House, Herbert Edward, DFC (Bert), aged 79. Devoted husband of Gwen, dearly loved father of Dianne and Charles, father-in-law of Marion, and devoted grandad. We were all so proud of you. Cremation took place yesterday, Thursday, December 21, after a service at St Peter's Church, Farndon. If desired, donations in his memory for Newark and District Hospice Aid may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

RAWLIN- On December 14, 2000, Bert. Sleep tight. Love from Darren, Lynne, Louise and Fraser.

RAWLIN- On December 14, 2000, Bert. In loving memory of a wonderful grandad who will be missed greatly by his three grandchildren. Thinking of you. All our love now and always, Sarah, John and Vicky.

RHODES- On Sunday, December 17, 2000, suddenly, in The Park Hospital, John, of Rufford Hills, aged 75 years. Devoted husband of Ruth, dearly loved father of David and Sue, George, William, Clare, Sarah and Lucy. Funeral service at All Saints' Church, West Markham, today, Friday, December 22, at 11.45am, followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations to West Markham Church may be given to the family or sent to C. G. Rhodes Funeral Directors, Main Street, Farnsfield, Newark, NG22 8EY.

STRUTT- On December 18, 2000, Edith (nee Fryer), formerly of Mumby Close, Newark, aged 87 years, died peacefully in her sleep, with her son Anthony (Tony) and daughter-in-Law Pam at her side. Cremation at Mansfield on December 27, 2000. Family flowers only. Donations to J. W. Hutchinson, 296 Southwell Road East, Rainworth, for Hatzfeld House and Guide Dogs for the Blind.

STUBBS- On December 16, 2000, died peacefully in hospital, Robert A. (Bob), aged 86 years. Much loved husband of Alice, dear father of Robert, Ken and Barbara, father-in-law of Chris, Rosemary and Vaughan, dearly loved grandad of Paula, Wayne and Kerry, Roger and Claire, Darrel and Claire, and great-grandad to Keiron Jake and Lewis. Sadly missed. Funeral service to be held at Lincoln Crematorium on Wednesday, December 27, 2000, at 11.10am. Family flowers only, please. Memorial service to be held at Halam Church, date to be arranged.

THURLBY- On December 19, 2000, suddenly in New Zealand, Arthur Ernest, aged 75 years. Beloved son of the late Albert and Mabel and a dear brother of Doris, Lilley, Audrey, John, Jean, Celia and the late Claude. God bless, Arthur. We shall never forget you.

TROWSDALE- On December 19, 2000, in Red Rose Nursing Home, Kathleen, aged 95. Mother of Judith and Robin. Funeral service at Newark Parish Church on Tuesday, January 2, 2001 at 12.15pm, followed by cremation at Grantham. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations for the RNLI may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

WAGSTAFF- On December, 19, 2000, passed away suddeny at home in Derby, Anne. Loving sister of Barbara and sister-in-law to Wilf, auntie to Anne and Elizabeth. Rest in peace.

WAGSTAFF- On December 19, 2000, very suddenly, in Derby, Anne. Dear sister and aunt of Jean and family.

WAGSTAFF- On December 19, 2000, suddenly, at home in Derby, aged 65, Anne. Loving mother of Philip and Mark, grandmother of Emma and Richard, and a very dear friend of Roy. Inquiries to E. Gill and Sons, Newark. Tel 01636 677461.

WAGSTAFF- On December 19, 2000, suddenly, at Derby, Anne, my beloved sister. John.

WATSON- On Sunday, December 17, 2000, in County Hospital, Lincoln, John Wilmot (Jack). Devoted husband of Betty. A private funeral service will take place at Lincoln Crematorium, by request.

WOODLAND- On December 16, 2000, peacefully in The Oaks Nursing Home, Balderton, Jim, aged 76 years, formerly of Marnham Road, Tuxford. The dearly loved widower of Joyce, beloved father of Hilary and father-in-law of Barry. Loved and remembered always. Funeral service at St Nicholas' Church, Tuxford, will take place on Thursday, December 28, 2000 at 11am, followed by interment at Tuxford Cemetery. Inquiries and flowers to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

Marriages

FISHER- MOON- On December 6, 2000, at Club Horizon, Sri Lanka, Nigel George, son of Sid and Phyllis Fisher of Balderton, and Lynn Marie, only daughter of Anthony Moon of Manners Road, Balderton.

Engagements

DODD- CURRY- The engagement is announced, on December 24, 2000, of Kevin and Christine. Congratulations, love and best wishes from both families.

Birthdays

GUTHRIE- Congratulations, Dad, on your 54th birthday, December 25, 2000. Lots of love, Miranda and Elliot.

TALBOT- Stephen. Congratulations on your 50th birthday, December 25, 2000. Love from Pat, Ian and Neil.

TOWSEND- Helen. Happy 18th birthday, December 27, 2000. Love, Nan, David and Brenda.birthday, December 27, 2000.

Birthday Memories

ALLEN- Gill. December 28. Birthday memories of a special daughter. Still love and miss you so much. Mum, Dad and Kelly.

BILTON- Noel Walker. December 25.- No present or card to send, Only memories of birthdays past, All we can send is our love To you in Heaven above.- All our love, John, Neil and Lewis. xxx.

BROWN- Leslie. December 20. Treasured memories and thoughts on your birthday. Miss you so much. Your ever-loving family.

CARTON- Freda. December 28.- Memories of happy times together, Keep you close, Freda, and last for ever.- Love, George and Lee. xxx.

CARTON- Freda. December 28.- Wishing you were with us, Mum, To share your special day; We love and miss you, More than words can say.- Love, Karen, James and Shane. xxx.

HARRISON- Fred. December 24. A birthday wish sincere and true, wishing your absence was only a dream. Happy birthday. Love from ever-loving wife, Mue. xx.

HOPKINSON- Elsie. December 27. To a special sister and aunty. Happy birthday. Much loved and missed. Kay, Tom and family.

LANE- Connie. December 20. Loving memories of a special mum, nana and great-nana on her birthday. Love, daughters Christine, Carole, sons Christopher, Paul and families.

LONGDON- Carol. December 27. Thinking of you on this special day, always in our thoughts. Loving husband Ron and family. xx.

MABBOTT- Dorothy. December 28. Loved and remembered always. Barbara and family.

QUIBELL- Carol. December 25.- We had a mum so very rare, Easily pleased and always there, Ready to help, a heart of gold, No better mum this world could hold.- Loving daughters Dawn and Zoe. xx.

QUIBELL- Carol. December 25. This special day we cannot share, But, in our hearts, you're always there.- Love, San, Pete, Jean and Vic.

QUIBELL- Carol. December 25.- Simple words, but very true, We will always love and remember you.- Happy birthday, Carol. Your loving mother, sister, Amanda and John.

REECE- George Robert. December 26. With thoughts of love for you on your special day. Loving wife Carrie, Brian and family. xxx.

In Memoriam

ALEXANDER- Arthur Fredrick, December 26, 1997.- Fond memories are made to treasure, Ours of you, Dad, will last for ever.- From Arthur, Margaret, Jean, Alan, David, Mary, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

BOWMAN- George, died December 28, 1995. Loved and remembered always, Dad. Loving daughter Eileen. x.

BRUNNING- Lorraine, died December 24, 1971. Treasured memories of our dear friend, always in our thoughts. Love, Diane and Cheryl.

BRUNNING- Lorraine, December 24, 1971. Loving memories of my dear granddaughter, Lorraine.- Thoughts of you from day to day, No length of time can take away; Memories of you are lovingly kept, Of one I loved and will never forget.- God bless. Love, Nana Surgey.

BRUNNING- Lorraine, December 24, 1971. Loving memories of our beloved daughter.- As each day dawns and starts anew, As each day ends, we think of you, In between, no matter where, In our hearts, you are always there.- We miss you, Lorraine. Ever broken-hearted Mum and Dad. xxx.

CARLISLE- Stewart, December 26, 1994.- Your name we often mention, Our thoughts are with you still, You have never been forgotten, And you never will.- Loving daughter Julie, son-in-law Alan, grandson Reece. xxx.

CARLISLE- Stewart, December 26, 1994. Just as you were, you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Love, wife Christine.

CARLISLE- Stewart, December 26, 1994.- Forgive us, Lord, if we should weep, For one we loved, but could not keep, We miss him more than anyone knows, As time goes on, the loneliness grows, The hardest thing in life to bear, Is wanting him when he's not there, Tears in our eyes we can wipe away, But the ache in our hearts is here to stay.- Loving son Simon, Claire, Stewart and Jake.

CARRINGTON- Glen, died December 25, 1995. If my love could we met we were as one; no love was ever as strong as ours, but it wasn't meant to last and all I have now are the memories that were ours and ours alone. One day, though, we will be together and I will "run to you". Your broken-hearted wife, Sandy.

CARRINGTON- Glen, died December 25, 1995. Loving memories of a dear son. Remembered always. Mam and Dad.

CARRINGTON - Glen, December 25, 1995.- As the years go by the memories never fade, Your humour, compassion and love could never be erased, Words could never express the loss we feel each day, We miss your wisdom, cherish your memory Lucy and Joseph. always.- Love, Jason, Darren, Juliet,

CARRINGTON- Glen, December 25, 1995. In loving memory of Glen, a dear son-in-law. Years pass but memories stay for ever. Love, Mildred.

CHECKLEY- Fred, died December 24, 1984. Treasured memories of a dear husband, never more than a thought away. Love as always, Nancy and family. xxx.

COBB- Ellen, December 22, 1973. Thoughts today, memories for ever. Vera, Ron and family.

FLOWERS- Ron, died December 27, 1997. Treasured memories of a dear friend. Love, Andrew.

FLOWERS- Ronnie, died December 27, 1997. Deep in our thoughts, you'll always stay. Love from Julie, Ian, Philip and Matthew. I miss you, Ronnie. Love, Leanne. xxx.

FOOTITT- Brian Peter, died December 20, 1989. Treasured memories of a much loved husband, dad, grandad and great-grandad. Greatly missed and never more than a thought away. Your loving wife Kathleen, sons Peter, Keith, John, daughter Jennifer, in-laws Jean, Jannice, Martin, and all your grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

FOULKES- Brian, died December 26, 1997.- This sad day comes with tears and pain, As the day you left us, is revealed again.- All my love for ever, darling. Your heartbroken wife, Jean. xxx.

FOULKES- Brian, died December 26, 1997.- Dad, no matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you.- We love and miss you loads. From daughters Linda, Carol, Joanne, sons-in-law Tom, Graham, Colin and families. xxx.

GRANDORGE- Joseph, died December 22, 1999. Sadly missed dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Always in our thoughts. Son Leslie and all the family from Highland Farm.

HARDING- Edward, died December 18, 1992. Often in our thoughts, Eddie, specially this time of year. Jimmy and family.

HARRIGAN- Edward (Eddie), December 20, 1999.- A year has gone, since you passed away, But we think of you, Dad, every day and miss you so.- Love you for ever. Jane. xx.

HARRIGAN- Edward William (Eddie), December 20, 1999. It's been a year. If love could bring you back to us, you would be here. We miss you so much, Dad. God bless, daughter Linda, grandsons Dean and Luke. xxx.

HOPKINSON- Stuart Richard, December 24, 1974.- We cannot put into words, What we want to say, But you are loved and remembered, Each and every day.- Love, Mum, Dad, Paul, Matthew, Nana Frisby and Nana Hopkinson.

HURST- Gordon, died December 27, 1996. Loving memories of a special husband, father and pop pop.- Memories are made to treasure, Ours of you will last for ever.- Loving wife Chris, Steve, Sharon, David, Tracey and grandchildren.

HYDE- Maurice, December 21, 1975. Still thought and talked Your sons Maurice, Nigel and families.will last for ever.

KEENAGHAN- Gary, died December 28, 1974.- Of all God's gifts in life, However great or small, To have you as our son Was the greatest gift of all. How can we write on paper How we feel inside, The heartache and emptiness, When the son we loved died? It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, Because part of us went with you, The day God called you home.- Always loved, Dad, Mum, brothers Brendan, Sean and Michael, sisters Anna, Maria, Estelle and Lynn.

LAIRD- Hilda, died December 27, 1992. Loving memories of a dear mum and nan, always missed. Love, Margaret, Ron and a family.

LANES- Ernie, December 25, 1995.- We shared our laughs, We shared our tears, We shared our love Throughout the years.- Loving wife, Liz.

LANES- Ernie, December 25, 1995.- You gave us many things in life, Treasures great and small, But most of all, Dad, you gave us love, The greatest gift of all.- Love, son Nigel, daughters Maureen, Jackie, Jo-Jo, Karina, Barbara, sons-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

LOVELESS- Alf, died December 25, 1999.- You were taken from us suddenly, One year ago today, All we have are memories Of Christmases we've had, Never have we felt such pain, So unhappy and so sad. We think of you so often, We cry a little too, Wherever you may be now, Dad, And although we are apart, Our Christmas wish we send to you, Straight from our hearts.- Merry Christmas. Your loving children, Gill, Chris, Julie and Ian. xxx.

MAYFIELD- Flo, died December 22, 1985. Miss you more than words can say. Also Dad, Vera, Mary, Harry, June. God bless. Your darling daughter Jean and family. xxx.

MOORES- Marjorie, January 5, 1997. Missed at Christmas and always, by loving husband Jim, Stephen, Jayne and Tony. xx.

PEGG- Forence-Louisa, December 20, 1990; Cyril, January 20, 1987. Loved and missed always. Daughter Ivy, xx, son-in-law Mick, xx.

PEGG- Florence Louisa (Flo), died December 20, 1990. Treasured memories of a special person. Loving and missing you always, Mam. Love, Cyril, Christine and family. xxx.

PROCTOR- Margaret, died December 29, 1999.- As time goes by without you, And days turn into a year, They hold a million heartaches, And many a silent tear.- Love always, Joanne, Julie and your grandchildren.

SCRIMSHAW- Roy, December 22, 1997. Precious memories keep you near, As time unfolds another year.- Loved and remembered always. Your loving wife Betty, son Malcolm and family.

SENTANCE- George, died December 27, 1973.- Deep in our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Doll, Eva and families.

STARBUCK- George, died December 21, 1981. Miss you more with every passing year. Love you, Dad. From Sue, Barry and Jimmy. xxx.

THURLBY, WELLS- George and Elsie, died December 19, 1957, and December 24, 1999. Loving memories of Mum and Dad. Love, Lillian and Ted.

THURLBY- George (Pud), died December 19, 1957. We speak of you often, will remember you always. Loved and missed, Pat, Norman and Lyn.

VIGUS- Christine Mary, called home Christmas Day, 1987. most dear never truly leave us; they live on in thewe hold kindness they showed, the comfort they shared and the joy they brought into our lives. God bless. Mum, Linsay and Christopher.

WEBB- Margaret (nee Gale), died December 26, 1993. May the road rise up to greet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, the rain fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, dear Margaret, may God hold you in the palm of His hand. Loving husband, Noel. xxx.

WELLS- Linda (nee Townsend), died December 22, 1998. We think of you and miss you every day. Our love always, Butch, Ang and Molly. xxx.

WELLS- Elsie, December 24, 1999. - We shared our laughs, We shared our tears, We shared our love, Throughout the years.- Love always, Mum. Daughter Lyn.

WELLS- Elsie, December 24, 1999. Nan, just to say we love and miss you more each day. Love you for ever, Donna, Josh and Chloe.

WELLS- Elsie, December 24, 1999.- Mum, we thought the world of you, We miss you with all our hearts, But memories keep us together, So we'll never be apart.- Love and miss you always, Do and Robin. xxx.

WELLS- Linda, died December 22, 1998. Loving memories of our dear sister, sister-in-law and aunty. Miss you for ever and always. Love, Malcolm, Jane, Natalie, Jon, Kelly and Chris. xxx.

WELLS- Linda, died December 22, 1998. Your legacy of love and courage enriches our lives. We miss and love you always, sis. From Heather, Simon and Erica. x.

WELLS- Linda (nee Townsend), died December 22, 1998.- Two years ago you left us, No time to say goodbye, But the love in our hearts we feel for you Will last till the end of time.- Love always, Mum and stepdad Allan. xx.

WELLS- Linda (nee Townsend), December 22, 1998. Treasured memories of a wonderful sister, very special sister-in-law and much loved auntie. Always in our thoughts and ever in our hearts. Love, Rob, Lu, Jon, Helen and Dan. xx.

WELLS- Elsie May, died December 24, 1999. Remembering you is so easy; you left us with so many happy memories and so much love. Will miss and love you for ever, Pat and Norman.

WHILES- Eva Laura, died December 22, 1981. Also John, November 13, 1963.- A golden star up in the sky, A golden kiss as the wind brushes by, A golden smile on a summer's day, All of these prove that you're not far away.- Cherished memories of our beloved parents and grandparents. Love and gratitude, Beryl, Don and family.

WHITE- Donald, died December 25, 1999. Loving memories of a dear dad and grandad. Always in our hearts. Nick, Dawn, grandchildren Laura and James.

WHITE- Donald, died December 25, 1999. Fond memories of a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Robert, Pauline and Ian.

WILSON- Ernest, died December 25, 1992. Fond memories of a dearly loved father and grandfather. Daughters Jean, Pam and families.

WRIGHT- Alfie, December 21, 1995. Thinking of you today and every day. Love, son Billy, Maureen, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Congratulations

CASH- To Nanna and Grandy, congratulations on your Diamond Wedding. Lots of love, Claire, Andy, Isaac, James, Julie, Tom and Oliver.

PORTER- Rudi. Congratulations on passing your driving test first time. Thanks to Steve. Love, Mum, Dad and Liam.

REED- CULLUMBINE- Robert and Sharon. Great news about the wedding, February 17, 2001. Lots of love from all the family.

REYNOLDS- Congratulations, Grandad, on passing the Open University humanities course. Love from Matthew, Kerstin and Nathan.

SMITH- CULLUMBINE- ''Buy one, get one free.'' Andrea and David, can't wait for February 17, 2001. Congratulations and lots of love from all the family.

Christmas Greetings

HEALEY- Tim and Vi wish all their friends and carers a merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year.

Christmas Memories

BUTLER- George. Treasured memories of happy Christmases when we were all together. So sadly missed, darling. Your ever-loving wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

BYRNE- Eamonn. If all our prayers were answered, And all our dreams came true, Christmas would be special, Because we'd still have you.- Missing you at Christmas and always. Love, wife Brigid and family. xxx.

GHENT- Barbara. A most treasured wife, mum and nan. This is our first Christmas without you. Nobody knows the pain we feel without you here. No gifts we can bring you, but we know that you gave us the greatest gift of all, your love, which we will keep in our hearts for ever. Love you, hubby Dave and your loving family, Pop, Sue, Alan, Sarah, Chris and Tricia, Jenny, Natty and James.

GIBBINS- Dean.- I had a son with a heart of gold, How much I miss him can never be told, If I could visit that faraway land, I would give him a kiss and hold his hand, With tears in my eyes I would whisper low: Happy Christmas, dear, I love you so.- From a broken-hearted Mum. xxx.

GIBBINS- Dean. It isn't what we write or even what we say, It's the way we feel inside as we think of youwe today.- Happy Christmas, Dean. Loving sister Shirilee, Alec and baby Billy. xxx.

GIBBINS- Dean.- Silent thoughts, tears unseen, Wishing your absence was only a dream, A prayer, a thought, is all I can give, These you will have as long as I live.- Happy Christmas, Dean. Loving sister Mandy. xxx.

HAGE- Alan David.- Christmas time is here again, A precious time of year, A time to spend with those we love, And people we hold dear, So if I were granted just one wish, One gift that I could have, I would not even have to think, I'd wish for you - my Dad.- Love and miss you always. Karen.

HAGE- Alan.- My silent prayer this Christmas Day, Will be to have you back to stay, Sadly, I know this cannot be, But precious memories stay with me.- Remembering you at Christmas and always. Miss you, your loving wife, Hazel. xx.

HURST- Eileen.- Just as you were, you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Love from Frank, Colin and Veronica. xxx.

HURST- Eileen. Merry Christmas, Grandma.- It does not need a special day, To bring you into mind, For a day without a thought of you, Is very hard to find.- Lots of love, Clare and Louise. xxx.

INMAN- John.- Your memories are our greatest treasure, You are missed every day and loved for ever.- Missing you at Christmas and always, John. Love, mother-in-law Brigid, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and families. xxx.

INMAN- John.- We're trying to pick up the pieces And build our lives anew, But nothing's the same this Christmas, As And all that we have left to do, We will never have as, greater gift, Than those precious years with you.- Love and miss you so very much. Maureen, Brendan and Stacey. xxx.

LALE- Mabel, Mum, Dad, Geoff, Doug, Phil and Joyce. Memories stay, miss you. Love, the family.

LANES- Ernie, December 25.- If roses grow in Heaven, Lord, Pick a bunch with care, Lay them in our grandad's arms, And tell him we still care.- Love, Sarah, Nicola, Emma and Amy.

LEECH- Joan, died September 21, 2000. Loved and remembered always. Merry Christmas, Mum, Grandma. Love, Mag and Thomas.

LYNCH- Don.- It is our first Christmas without you, And we are all wishing you were here, But, with the love that's in our hearts, We know that you are near.- Love, Ros, Julie, Gary, Marie and families. xxx.

MANN- Harold Henry (Nip), died July 3, 1993.- As time goes by without you, And days turn into years, They hold a million heartaches, And many silent tears.- Loving wife Irene and son Richard.

MANN- Harold Henry (Nip), died July 3, 1993.- We cannot put remembered, Grandad, Each and every day.- Love, Leanne and Joanne. xx.

MANN- Ian, died February 22, 2000.- If roses grow in Heaven, Lord, Pick a bunch with care, And place them in our uncle's arms, And tell him we still care.- Love, Leanne and Joanne. xx.

MANN- Ian, died February 22, 2000.- May the wind of love blow softly, And whisper in your ear, That all of us who loved you, Still wish that you were here.- Loving Mum Irene and brother Richard.

NORTH- Kenneth. Our love and memories will be with you this Christmas, as always. Wife Elaine, son Robert, daughters Karen and Sally.

PARSONS- Harold.- Christmas greetings are sent with love, To a dad we miss and love so much.- Love, Caroline and Kirsty. xxx.

PEGG- Billie-Jo. Much love eternal. Auntie Pauline, cousin Kimberley, Cherub and Jade. xxx.

PEGG- Billie-Jo. To God's number one angel.- A Christmas here; if only wishes came true.- Loving and missing you at this special time and always. Love, Mum and Sarah. xxx.

PEGG- Missing you always, Billie-Jo. Love, Ivan and Lee. xx.

RIGBY- Ivy.- Part of us went with you on that very sad day, But, in our hearts, you will always stay, We carry on without you; it's what we have to do, It doesn't get any easier, but strengthens our love for you.- Always in our thoughts and especially at Christmas. God bless. Husband Roy, son Roy, Wendy, Malc and Paul.

ROBERTSHAW- Jason Paul.- Loving thoughts and a silent tear, As time unfolds another year.- Happy Christmas, Jason. Love, Mum, Dad, Kevin and Lee. xxx.

TAYLOR- Eileen, died October 20, 1998. Remembering with love, this Christmastide, the many joyous years we spent together. In our hearts you remain for ever. Bill and family.

TILFORD- Margaret.- To us you were so special, What more is there to say? Except to wish with all our hearts, That you were here today.- Happy Christmas, Mum. Love, Linda, Paul and grandchildren Lisa, Jason, Amiee and Jessica. x.

WADHAMS- Philip, died July 23, 1994.- There is always something missing, No matter what we do, The constant sadness in our hearts, What's missing, Dad, is you.- Missing you at Christmas. Fond memories still remain. Love always, sons Andrew and Justin.

WELLS- Elsie-May.Christmas thoughts and treasured memories of a dear wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother ands great-great-grandmother. Remembered always and sadly missed. Love always. Husband Ken. Also remembered, son-in-law John (Cocker) Dunn; also grandson, Robert Spring.

Golden Weddings

WATSON- PILSWORTH- On December 24, 1950, Len and Betty. Congratulations to you both on your Golden Wedding. Love from sisters Kath and Ruth.

WATSON- PILSWORTH- On December 24, 1950, Len and Betty. Congratulations to a very special aunty and uncle on your Golden Wedding. Love, Jennifer and Warwick.

Diamond Weddings

CASH- ARNOLD- On December 19, 1940, at St Peter's Church, Farndon, Walter and Minnie. Congratulations and best wishes on your Diamond Wedding. All our love, Jean, Doug, Judith, Eddie and families. xxx.

Floral Tributes

FLOWERS- by Florion. The specialists for floral tributes. Tel Newark 676500.

THE JACARANDA- flower shop of Balderton, for all funeral tributes and sympathy arrangements. Newark 704688.

Thanks

BALDWIN- Margaret, Kerry and Lynne wish to thank all friends and relatives for their kind messges of sympathy and donations following their sad loss of Terry. Thanks also to the Rev William Thackray for the service and to Richard Todd of G. E. Rose for the funeral arrangements.

BROWN- The family of the late Richard John Brown, aged 15, wish to thank everybody for their support, kindness and help over their loss. Thank you.

DIXEY- Beryl and family would like to thank friends and relatives for their cards, messages of sympathy, prayer and support following the loss of Harold. Thanks also to carers and staff of the Oaks Care Centre for all the care and kindness shown to Harold. Special thanks to the Rev Martin Amery and Sister Sue Fry for the lovely service, and all at E. Gill and Sons for funeral arrangements.

HAMMOCKS- Ruth, John and family wish to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for numerous messages of sympathy Nursing Home, the vicar, the Rev William Thackray, and the Rev David Anderson for a most beautiful service, and E. Gill and Sons for excellent funeral arrangements.

HUCKSTEP- Gwen and family wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for all their kind messages of sympathy, floral tributes and donations for Newark and District Hospice Aid following the sad loss of Tony. Special thanks to Christine and Daphne for all their help, to Canon P. Humphreys for his kindness and words of comfort at the funeral service and to Richard Todd and staff at G. E. Rose for their excellent funeral arrangements.

HUNT- Maud and family wish to thank friends and relatives for their cards, messages of sympathy, prayers and support following the sad loss of Ken. Thanks also to the staff of Sconce Ward for their care and attention. Thanks also to the Rev Richard Hooton for the lovely service, and all at Co-operative Funeral Services for funeral arrangements.

LORD- Kath wishes to thank her relatives and friends for Christmas cards, kind thoughts, and their support these last few months. My love and best wishes to you all, for Christmas and the New Year.

MERRIMAN- Imelda would like to thank family and friends for a lovely birthday and for the wonderful cards and presents.

ROBERTSON- Craig and Kim would like to thank all family and friends for the wonderful flowers, cards and gifts received on the birth of their daughter, Courtney Jade-Lee. Love you all. xx.

RUFFLES- Happy Christmas and special thanks to all who have helped and supported us over the last six weeks: Lorraine and Eamon Dunn and family, Trevor and Lorraine Pailing, everyone at Tolney Lane. Our heartfelt love and thanks for all your kindness, for all involved. To Ken and Sylvia also Social Services, all relatives who have been there for us, to all staff at Lincoln County Hospital's Ruston Ward, Dr Singleton, Barnbygate Surgery, Clive Rossin our solicitor, for their everyday professionalism. Thank you all so very, very much. Jacinta and Carl, re Corrine, Kathrine and Nick Ruffles.

WALKER- Jen, Debbie and Kirsty would like to thank friends and relatives for their messages of sympathy, floral tributes and donations, following the sad loss of David. Special thanks to Angela and Derek and Janice and Phil for their tremendous support and help all year. Thanks also to Dean for all his help, Dr Eleanor Rowe, Nurse Maureen Taylor, the Rev Paul Burr, and David Dixey of E. Gill and Sons.

WARD- John and family would like to thank relatives and friends for their support in the sad thanks to the Rev David Robbins and the staff at G. E. Rose for the excellent funeral arrangements.

Anniversary Memories

WEBB- GALE- On December 23, 1950, at St Giles' Church, Balderton, Noel and Margaret.