February 2000 18 February 2000

Births

BLORE- On February 11, 2000, in Nottingham University Hospital to Patrick and Gaenor (nee Belcher) a daughter, Fae Alicia, a sister for Rhys.

BRAY- On February 14, 2000, in Nottingham City Hospital to Darren and Paula, a son, Lewis Joseph, 8lb 9oz, a welcome brother for Liam.

BROWN- On February 15, 2000, in Watford General Hospital to Marc and Lisa a daughter, Bethany Alex. First grandchild for Judith and Barry, a special niece for Jo and Dan.

COOK- On February 12, 2000, in Lincoln Hospital to John and Lucy (nee Sheardown) a son, Henry James. A brother for Ruth and Elizabeth.

DICKINSON- On February 11, 2000, in Airedale General Hospital to Graham and Julia (nee Pemberton) a son, Samuel James, 7lb 4oz.

JEFFERY- On February 12, 2000, to Mark and Andrea, a son, Joseph Edward. To our wonderful nephew, Joseph Edward, on your surprise appearance. With much love, Auntie Sharon, Uncle Jamie and Lewis.

JEFFERY- On February 12, 2000, to Mark and Andrea (nee Lewis) a son, Joseph Edward. Thank you for a precious little grandson, Joseph Edward. Third grandchild for Margaret and Derrick. Much love to all.

JEFFERY- On February 12, 2000, in Lincoln County Hospital to Mark and Andrea (nee Lewis) a special son, Joseph Edward, 2lb 6oz, brother for Hannah.

MARSHALL- On February 10, 2000, in Lincoln County Hospital to Geoff and Michaela, a daughter, Jessica May, 8lb 7oz.

MASON- GUETTA- On February 2, 2000, to Greg and Lea, a son, Laurence, 8lb 1oz. Welcome first grandchild for Jean and Trev.

ROBERTSON- On February 16, 2000, in Lincoln County Hospital to Mark and Shelly (nee Holmes) a son. Love to you all from Mum and Dad Holmes. xx.

Deaths

BARBER- On February 12, 2000, Jack, aged 88. Dear father and grand~father. Reunited with Grace. Cremation took place at Grantham Crematorium yesterday, Thursday, February 17, after a service at Balderton Methodist Church. Donations in his memory for NSG/QMC (Neurodegenerative Support Group, Queen's Medical Centre) may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

BODDY- On February 15, 2000, at Sherwood Grange Care Centre, Edwinstowe, Grace Margurite, formerly of Caunton, aged 88. Dearly loved mother of Grace, John and Mary, and dearest grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at St Andrew's Church, Caunton, on Tuesday, February 22, at 11am, followed by interment in the churchyard. Floral tributes may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

BUTLER- On February 15, 2000, passed away peacefully in Friary Fields Nursing Home, Newark, Ronald, aged 83 years, late of Beeston Road, Newark. The dearly loved husband of Norah, dear dad of Neil and wife Jane and a beloved grandad, also stepfather of Trevor, Sheila and Janet. Thanks, Ron, for the happiness we all shared together. Rest in peace. Funeral service at Newark Parish Church on Monday, February 21, 2000 at 10am, followed by cremation at Grantham. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations in his memory, for Alzheimer's Disease Society, may be sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

GOODWIN- On Thursday, February 10, 2000, passed away, David Malcolm. Beloved husband of Jeannie, loving father of Karen and David, father-in-law to Evelyn and Dale, loving pop-pop to Joshua and Emily, and dearest ''Daddy David'' to Shauna. Funeral service on Monday, February 21, at St Michael's Church, Averham, at 11.30am, followed by cremation at Mansfield at 12.30pm. Flowers welcomed or, if desired, donations in his memory to Bassetlaw Hospital Dexa Bone Density Scanner Appeal, c/o E. Hurton and Son Ltd, 73 Grove Street, Retford. DN22 6LA. Tel 01777 703502.

HANCOCK- On February 12, 2000, peacefully in his sleep, in the Little Oaks Nursing Home, Isaac James (Jock). Beloved husband of Ivy , who died in March 5, 1999, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Malcolm and Juliet, adopted father of Margaret and Michael, and the ''terrific''~ ''thoughtful'' grandpa of Jamie and Ben. Funeral service at Newark Salvation Army Hall, today, Friday, February 18, at 12.30pm, followed by interment at Newark Cemetery. No flowers please. Donations for Newark Corps of the Salvation Army to be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd. Jock is now at peace after 40 years' patient endurance of multiple sclerosis. He never lost his trust in God or his lovely smile.

HARGREAVES- On February 12, 2000, in Newark Hospital, Ruby, of Winthorpe, aged 80 years. Wife of the late Joseph, much grandmother of Joanne, Stuart, Ben, Rebecca, Joseph,oved Matthew and Victoria. Funeral at Lincoln Unitarian Chapel on Monday, February 21, 2000, at 11.45am, followed by cremation. Family flowers only; any donations, please, to Lincoln Unitarian Chapel, c/o David Tingle Funeral Directors, 18 Oaklands, Collingham.

HARGREAVES- On February 12, 2000, after a short illness, Ruby, aged 80.- Mum, you were the best, We will never forget you, We won't even try, We'll just treasure the memories As the years go by.- Peace at last, Ruby. God bless. Robin, Jane, Joseph, Matthew and little Victoria. xxx.

HUMBERSTONE- On February 13, 2000, peacefully, John, aged 81. Beloved husband of Dorothy, father of Brenda,~ Christine and David, and a loving grand~father to all his grand~children. The funeral~ service will take place at Grantham Crematorium, today, Friday, February 18, at 11am. Flowers, if desired, or donations, if preferred, for Castle Ward Trust Fund, Newark Hospital, may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

HYMERS- On February 16, 2000, peacefully in Boughton Manor Nursing Home, Edgar, aged 82 years, formerly of Acton, London, and Wilfred Avenue, Balderton. The dearly loved husband of Chris, beloved dad of Carol, and a devoted~ grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service on Thursday, February 24, 2000, at Main Street Methodist Church, Balderton, at 1.45pm, followed by cremation at Grantham. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations in his memory for the Alzheimer's Disease Society may be sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

PARKER- On February 15, 2000, David. Miss you. For ever in our thoughts. Love from Christine, Bob, Lucy, Corrina, Curtis and Nakesha.

PARKER- On February 15, 2000, David. I will never forget you, Dave. I am very proud to have been your friend. Love, Paul.

PARKER- On February 15, 2000, David. You are always in our hearts. Love, all at Newark and Sherwood College.

PARKER- On February 15, 2000, Dave. Every moment we shared together was even better than the moment before. you today and always. Zoe. xxx.

PARKER- On February 15, 2000, David, aged 18. Sleep in peace. Nothing can hurt you now. Your broken-hearted mum. Cremation on Wednesday, February 23, at Grantham Crematorium at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Inquiries regarding donations to E. Gill and Sons Ltd, 01636 677461.

PARKER- On February 15, 2000, Dave. You'll always be with us and always be remembered. Eighteen years of happiness will always be treasured in our hearts. Love, bro'. Andrew and Stacy.

ROBINSON- On February 15, 2000, peacefully in Red Roofs Nursing Home, Edna Mary, aged 85. Dearly loved wife of the late John Charles, much loved mother~ of Joan and Peter, mother-in-law of John and Ann, and a dear grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at Grantham Crematorium on Monday, February 21, at 11.45am. Family flowers only, please, but donations, if desired, for the Parkinson's Disease Society may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

WOODWARD- On February 14, 2000, peacefully in Newark Hospital, Norma Elsie, aged 88 years. My dad got the best Valentine's day gift he could ever have wished for -- my mum. Reunited after 30 years. God bless and keep you, Mum, you deserve your place in Heaven. All my love, your dearest daughter, Janice. xxx. x, and Sally, x. Funeral service today, Friday, February 18, 2000, at 10.15am at Newark Parish Church, followed by cremation at Wilford Hill. Inquiries and flowers to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

WRIGHT- On February 13, 2000, peacefully in his sleep, Benjamin Thomas, aged seven months. The much loved son of Joanna (nee Thomas) and Simon, much cherished baby brother of Emma and Daniel. Remembered always by your heartbroken family. Funeral service at Holy Trinity Church, Newark, on Monday, February 21, 2000, at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation at Grantham. Flowers or donations may be sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors (please make cheques payable to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors; trust fund to be set up later).

WRIGHT- On February 13, 2000, Benjamin Thomas, aged seven months. Peacefully in his sleep. Beloved grandson of Sandra and Vaughan and nephew of Andrew, Clare and Richard.

Marriages

BOWNESS- DEXTER- On February 12, 2000, at The Orangery, Margam Country Park, South Wales, Daren, son of Mr and Mrs Terry Bowness of Hainault, London, and Ellen, daughter of Mr and Mrs Malcolm Dexter of Maplebeck.

JACKSON- TURTON- On February 12, 2000, at Newark Register Office, Mark, only son of Mr and Mrs Roy Jackson of Mrs B. Martin of Oxford and the late Mr P. Martin.hter of

WIGHTMAN- PADGETT- On February 12, 2000, David John Wightman, son of Mr and Mrs J. Wightman of Whitley, W. Yorks, and Lucy Charlotte, daughter of Mr and Mrs D. K. Padgett of Balderton.

Engagements

BENTLEY- SMITH- David and Christine~ Bentley are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Paul, and Fiona, daughter of Jack and Esther Smith, on February 14, 2000. Love and best wishes from both families. x.

HELSDOWN- TAGGART- The engagement is announced of Richard and Tracy, on February 11, 2000. Congratulations. Love from Mum, Dad, Darren, Tina and family.

MARSHALL- ARMITAGE- The engagement is announced of Nick and Michelle on February 11, 2000. Congratulations and best wishes for the future from all your work colleagues at the Newark Advertiser.

PIDGEON- ELKINGTON- John and Lesley Elkington are delighted to announce the engagement of their daughter, Helen Claire Pidgeon, and Ian Robert, son of Lesley and David

SHELDON- HUTCHINSON- Bob and Anne Sheldon of Thorpe-on-the-Hill, Lincoln, are delighted to announce the engagement of their younger son, Ian, and Rachel, only daughter of Bill and Hazel Hutchinson of High Green, Sheffield. Congratulations from both families.

TURNER- ROSE- The engagement is announced of Mark and Toyah. Congratulations. Love, Nana and Grandad Armstrong.

TURNER- ROSE- The engagement is announced of Mark and Toyah. Congratulations on your engagement. Lots of love, Mum, Auntie Lorraine, Ricky, Carly and Bud.

WARD- INGER- Mr and Mrs D. Ward are pleased to announce the engagement of Kevin and Elizabeth. All our love from Mum, Dad and family.

WARD- INGER- Both families have pleasure in announcing the engagement of Kevin and Elizabeth, on Saturday, February 12, 2000, in romantic Paris. Love to you both. xx.

Birthdays

GRAY- Congratulations, Sarah, on your 18th birthday, February 20, 2000. Love, Mum, Dad and Catherine.

MIMMACK- Tracey. Happy 18th birthday today, February 18, 2000. Congratulations, love and best wishes, Mum and Dad.

ROSS- Katie. Happy 24th birthday, February 17, 2000. Love, Julian.

SMITH- Congratulations, Sally-Anne, on your 16th birthday on February 21, 2000. Lots of love from Dad, Mum, Ian and Matt. xx.

Birthday Memories

BAKER- Ronald. February 23. Happy birthday memories and loving thoughts of a very dear husband. With love, Edith.

BAKER- Ronald. February 23.- Deep in our hearts, your birthday is kept, To treasure, to love and never forget.- Daughters Carol, Christine, Annette, Julie and Claire, sons-in-law Joe, David, Gary, Jeremy and Simon, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. xxx.

CAUNT- Mary. February 21. Loving birthday memories of a much loved wife, mum and nan. From Lewis, Barry, Glynis, Julia and John and grandchildren.

EDLIN- Norah. February 21. To our much loved mum and nan on her 70th birthday.- No cards or presents to show we care, Just our love and a special prayer.- Love you for ever, Mum. Shirley, Errol and Kieron.

FOSTER- Edna. February 18.- Thinking of you on your birthday, And making wishes too, Each a very special one, Because it's just for you, There couldn't be a better day, Than this to let you know, You meant the world and more to me, Because I loved you so.- Your ever-loving husband, Jack. xxx.

FRANKLAND- Thomas Brandon. February 18. Thinking of you always, but especially today on your birthday. Love, wife Betty, Sally, Mike and families.

PARKER- Edna May. February 22.- A birthday card I cannot send, But my love for you, Ed, will never end.- Loving husband, Reg.

In Memoriam

ALLIS- Jeffrey Richard, February 15, 1999. You left a gap fill it or ever take your place. I treasure the happiness you gave me, and the 49 years we were able to share, but I will always have the memory of the husband I loved so dear. Loving you as always, Eva.

BOON- Stephen James, February 19, 1977.- No words have been written that can ever explain, The loss we are still feeling, the wanting, the pain. The sun, it still shines, but it's not quite so bright, The tears we now save for the quiet of the night, Though you are gone, Ste, we will never be apart, You're near us for ever, locked inside our hearts.- For ever heartbroken Mum, sisters Kim and Annette, brother Dion. xxx.

BRITTLE- Catherine, February 19, 1956.- No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts Is always kept for you.- Kathleen and Christina.

BRUNNING- George, died February 19, 1990. Treasured memories of a dear dad and grandad. Reunited with Edna. Deborah, John, Michelle and Melanie.

BUCK- Malcolm William, February 18, 1997. In our hearts for ever. Loved and remembered always. Love, Lesley, Ben and Rebecca.

CROWDEN- Thomas Philip, February 20, 1993, seven years. Nothing could be more precious, Than the memories we have of you, To us you were so special, But God must have thought so too. They said time would heal the pain, When you were called away, But we have found that just isn't true, We miss you more each day.- Loved and remembered always, Mum, Dad and Elizabeth. xxx.
and remembered always. God bless. Sylv and Wilf. xx.. Loved

GIBSON- Doris Elsie, died February 15, 1999. Treasured memories of a dear wife and mother who left us on February 15, 1999. Birthday wishes for February 24. Loved and remembered always. Love, Cosh and family.

GREEN- Paddy, died February 21, 1997.- Today is remembered forget.- Love, your son David and daughter-in-law Anita. Gentle Jesus up above, Please give Grandad all my love.- Sophie. xxx.

GREEN- Pat (Paddy), February 21, 1997.- Memories are a gift to treasure, Mine of you will last for ever.- Ever-loving wife, Judith.

PASK- Harold, February 20, 1991. Thoughts today, memories always, of our much loved dad and grandad. God bless. Pam, Roy and family.

PASK- Harold, February 20, 1991. Nine years have passed, but memories never fade. Love, Marg, Mick and family; also grandchildren.

PILMORE- Bernard, died February 23, 1997.- Loving memories keep you near, As time unfolds another year.- God bless. Love, Molly.

PROCTOR- Gwen, died February 24, 1996. Always in our thoughts. Love, Arthur and family.

RUSHBY- Frederick, died February 21, 1986.- Swiftly the years go by, But loving memories never die.- Love, May. xx.

SEYMOUR- Eileen, died February 18, 1997. Treasured memories of all the happy times together. For ever in our thoughts. Reg, David, Peter, Susan and families.

TARPEY- Doreen, February 20, 1994. Also remembering Mum and Dad.- Ours to love though apart, In memory kept, close in heart.- God bless. Joan and Ron. xxx.

TILFORD- Marge, February 23, 1998.- You fell asleep, we lost our treasure, In our hearts, you live for ever.- Loving husband Bill and family.

Congratulations

BRAMLEY- Ken and Coleen, Mum and Dad. Congratulations on your retirement. The holiday starts now! Love always, Sally-Anne, Allison, James, Mark and Freya. xx.

LAWSON- Congratulations, Carl, on passing your final accountancy exams to become an ACCA Affiliate. Love from Mum, Dad, Jamie, Gran and Grandad.

Golden Weddings

MITCHERSON- DOWSE- On February 18, 1950, at Averham Church, Herbert Patrick and Margaret. Congratulations, Mum and Dad. Love from Colin, Judith, Andrew and Judith, Chris, Stuart and Richard.

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

HANSLIP- Phyllis would like to thank relatives, friends and neighbours, Beverley, Walter and Gerry for messages of sympathy and flowers following the sad loss of losing her husband. Also thanks to the staff on Sconce Ward, E. Gill and Sons Ltd and the Rev J. Peter Brown. I am very grateful to you all.

PINDER- Alan, Ann and family wish to thank everyone for their kind messages of sympathy and support following the sad loss of Les. Special thanks to the Rev David Anderson, Barry Lord and E. Gill and Sons Ltd for the funeral arrangements.

RADFORD- Sylvia, John and Steven wish to thank relatives, neighbours and friends for the beautiful floral tributes and messages of sympathy in memory of Stan. Heartfelt thanks to Dr Ayre, nursing staff on Minster Ward, the Rev R. Hooton for the lovely service, and E. Gill and Sons for the funeral arrangements, so sympathetically carried out.

SMITH- Janice would like to thank friends and family for the cards and floral tributes following the sad loss of her beloved husband, Michael. Thanks to nurses at Lombard Street Surgery and all the carers from Home Care. Special thanks to Jean and Eileen for being with me. Also E. Gill and Sons for the funeral arrangements, and the Rev A. Johnson at Christ Church, Newark, for the service. Thanks for the help and support, and for being with me and Michael for eight years, to liaison visitor, Jill Dickenson.

WARD- Fred. With very special thanks to Dr Campbell and all the staff at Newark Hospital who cared for Fred over the years. Thanks also to Grantham Hospital for the care and attention he received during his last few weeks. Lots of love to Nicola Durst, Sue Setterfield and Pam Palmer -- brilliant friends! Lynda, Brian and Graham. xx.