February 2000 25 February 2000

Births

BRIGGS-PRICE- On February 21, 2000, in Nottingham City Hospital to Bill and Ellie, congratulations on the birth of your son, a brother for Sophia. Love to you all from Mum and Dan.

BRIGGS-PRICE- On February 21, 2000, to Bill and Ellie a son, Bill, brother for Sophia. Love to you all. Mum, Dad, brother, sisters and families.

COLE- On February 15, 2000, in Lincoln County Hospital to Robert and Jacqueline (nee Simpkin) twin boys, James David and Benjamin Joseph. Welcome brothers for Tom, Joe and Edward. Grateful thanks to all concerned.

DUNCAN- On February 21, 2000, in Nottingham City Hospital to Alec and Shirilee (nee Gibbins) a beautiful son, Billy grandchild. Happiness to the three of you. All my love, from Mum and sister Mandy.

SMART- On February 18, 2000, in Nottingham City Hospital to Andrew and Helen (nee Jackson) a son, Matthew William, 9lb 1oz. A first grandchild for Sandra and Graham. A special nephew for Alan. Chris and Marie (nee Walton) a daughter, Alysha Marie, 7lbo 3oz.

TYLER- On February 17, 2000, to Gavin and Sandra (nee Small) a daughter, Chelsea May. Sister for John. Love from Mum and Dad Small.

Deaths

BROWN- On February 22, 2000, Moira. A lovely person and true friend who will be sadly missed. Delia and Andrew.

BROWN- On February 22, 2000, Moira. A much loved and very dear special friend. A lovely and very brave person. God bless. Rosemary and Paul.

BROWN- On February 22, 2000, Moira. You were so very brave. Treasured memories always. Love from Cherry and Allan.

BROWN- On February 22, 2000, Moira. A dear friend who will always be remembered with love. Pete, Tricia, Kelli and Gemma.

BROWN- On Tuesday, February 22, 2000, Moira June (nee Fowler). Loving daughter of Bob and Elsa.- Treasure her, Lord, in Your garden of rest, For here on earth she was one of the best.-

BROWN- On Tuesday, February 22, 2000, Moira. Loving sister of Richard, sister-in-law to Sandra and aunt to Rebecca, Helen and Lindsey.- To us you were so special, Your smile so warm and true, You'll never be forgotten, We thought the world of you.-

BROWN- On February 22, 2000, Moira.- You had a smile for memories This world could ever hold.- Belovedthe sweetest daughter-in-law of Kath and Norman.

BROWN- On February 22, 2000, Moira.- Our words are few, our thoughts are deep, Memories of you are ours to keep.- Much loved sister-in-law and auntie. Chris, Denise, Craig and Leanne.

BROWN- On February 22, 2000, peacefully at home, Moira, aged 49. A loving wife and mother. Funeral service at St Giles' Church, Balderton, on Wednesday, March 1 at 11.15am, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only, please. Donations for Newark and District Hospice Aid to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

CLARK- On February 20, 2000, peacefully in Bentley House Nursing Home, Jack, formerly of Yorke Drive, Newark, aged 98 years. Father of John, father-in-law of Lorraine, grandfather of Brenda and Susan. For funeral arrangements contact Evans Funeral Directors, 01827 713240.

CLARK- On February 20, 2000, Jack. You taught me so much. The memories will never fade. Goodnight, Grandad. Sleep well. Love always, Brenda.

GRAVESTOCK- On February 19, 2000, peacefully in his sleep in The Oaks Nursing Home, Arthur Frederick Thomas, aged 91 years, formerly of Sheridan Close, Balderton. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy. Much loved dad of Hazel and the late Kay. Father-in-law to Tony and a dear grandad to Church on February 29, 2000, at 11.15am, followed bydist cremation at Grantham at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations in his memory to Beaumond House Hospice, c/o E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

GRAY- On February 21, 2000, Glenys. Peace after pain. Love you always, Mum. Cindy, Steve, Gavin and Starlena.
Hospital, Glenys, aged 54. Love you now and for ever. Sleep in peace, my darling. Trev. xxx.

GRAY- On February 21, 2000, Glenys. A loving mum, always in our thoughts, always by our sides. Missing you. Our love always, Andrew, Paula, Stewart, Kim, Simon and Serena.

GRAY- On February 21, 2000, Glenys. We love you always. We'll never forget you. You will always be here in our hearts. Love you lots. Loving grand~children Kimara, Kayleigh, Andrea, Ashley, Michael, Daniel, Adam and Josh.

GRAY- On February 21, 2000, Glenys (Glen). To us you meant the world. More like a mum than a friend. Missing you loads. Gwen, Russ and Jessica. x.

GRAY- On February 21, 2000, suddenly but peacefully, in Nottingham City Hospital, Glenys Ann, of Ash Road, Newark, aged 54 years. A devoted partner, much loved mam and nan-nar. Funeral service will take place at Christ Church, Newark, on Monday, February 28, 2000, at 12.30pm, followed by interment at Newark Cemetery. Inquiries and flowers to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

GROSBERG- On February 20, 2000, peacefully in Newark Hospital, Kath. A loving sister of Marg, Mabel, Jessie and Mavis.

HOBSON- On February 22, 2000, Thomas Arthur (Tom), aged 82. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie. Dearly loved dad of Melvyn, father-in-law of Bronia, dear grandad of Mark, Elizabeth, Jamie and Peter, great-grandpa of Jonathan and Harry. Funeral service at Grantham Crematorium on Wednesday, March 1 at 3.30pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations for The British Heart Foundation may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

MANN- On February 22, 2000, taken suddenly from us at home, Ian. Love and miss you always, Barry, Tracey, Tom and Leah. xx.

MANN- On February 22, 2000, Ian. Treasured memories of a brilliant uncle. Lots and lots of love, Tom and Leah. xx.

MANN- On February 22, Ian (Manny). You will always be with us and always be remembered. From all your friends at JMP. Thanks for the memories.

MANN- On February 22, 2000, Ian. Manny, you were always the life and soul. You will be sadly missed, mate. All the lads of the Wheatsheaf pool team.

MANN- On February 22, 2000, suddenly, at home, Ian, aged 37. Dearly loved son of Irene and the late Nipp, much loved brother of Stephen, Kevin, Rita, Barry and Richard, dear brother-in-law and uncle. Inquiries for funeral arrangements may be made to E. Gill and Sons Ltd. Tel 01636 677461.

MANN- On February 22, 2000, Ian. You will always be remembered, pussycat. Love, Lee, Hannah and Tam.

MANN- On February 22, 2000, Ian. You are a brother I will never forget. You will always be in our thoughts. Goodnight and God bless. Stephen, Sharon and Benjamin.

PARKER- On February 19, 2000, passed away peacefully, Mary Eliza (Molly) of Easthorpe, Southwell, aged 81 years. Sadly missed by all the family. Funeral service today, February cremation at Mansfield.Southwell Minster, followed by

PARKER- On February 15, 2000, David (Dave).- ``So special to so many people, Young and old united in grief; Let Dave's spirit, which touched each one of us, Bring happiness, laughter, relief.''- Anon.

PORTER- On February 18, 2000, suddenly but peacefully at Judith, father-in-law of Brian, and grandpa~ of Sarah and Claire. The funeral service will take place at Grantham Crematorium~ today, Friday, February 25 at 12.30pm. No flowers, please. If desired, donations for Newark and District Hospice Aid may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

RICH- On February 17, 2000, William (Bill), aged 62 years, suddenly, at home. Dearly loved husband of Sheelagh, father of Julie, Sharon and Tracey, father-in-law of Christopher, Neil and Anthony, and proud grandpa of Clare, Thomas, Jake, William and Jack. Funeral service was held on Wednesday, February 23, 2000, at All Saints' Church, Weston, followed The British Heart Foundation, c/o J. A. Marrison on 01636 821415.

RICH- On February 17, 2000, Bill. Loving son of Edna, much loved brother of John, Doug, Barry, Roger, Susan and families. Will be sadly missed by us all.

THORPE- On February 16, 2000, suddenly while on holiday loving husband of Cindy and dearest, caring father ofe, Claire, Rachel and Jane, father-in-law of Geoff and a friend of David. Loving memories of a lifetime shared. Family flowers only, please; all inquiries to E. Gill and Sons Ltd. Donations, if desired, to the Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance.

THORPE- On February 16, 2000, Vincent. Beloved brother of John, brother-in-law of Pam, and uncle to Kay, Andy and Peter, Lorraine and Paige. Memories of you are ours to keep. xx.

THORPE- On February 16, 2000, Vince. A true gentleman who will be sadly missed. Julie, Geoff, Steve and Michelle.

WAKEFIELD- On February 20, 2000, suddenly, in Newark Hospital, Freda, aged 87. Dearly loved sister of Kathleen, mother of David and Dorcas, mother-in-law of Pat and the late Ivan, grandmother of Iris, Stuart, Frances, Andrew and Christine and great-grandmother of Naomi, Emma and Rachael. Funeral service Tuesday, February 29 at 2.30pm at St Giles' Crematorium. Family flowers only, please. Donations for William Ghent House may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd Funeral Directors.

WEBSTER- On February 17, 2000, Kathleen, aged 83 years, formerly of Balderton. Wife of the late Harold, much loved mother of Stephen, mother-in-law of Jana, grandmother of Phillip. Funeral took place yesterday, Thursday, February 24, 2000, at Balderton Church. Donations in memory of Kathleen may be given directly to Balderton Church.
long illness, Barbara,~ aged 76. Loving wife of Leonard. No more pain. God bless and keep you until we meet again, shall always love you. Funeral today, Friday, February 25 at 3pm at St Lawrence's Church, Norwell, followed by interment in the churchyard.

Marriages

BETTS- CODY- On February 11, 2000, at Kelham Hall, Keith, son of Mrs Madge Betts of Tuxford, and Charlotte, daughter of Ms Barbara Barron of Durham. The bride was attended by her sister Amy Barron and her daughter Heather Isobel Cody Sansom.

SMITH- BRAMHALL- On February 12, 2000, at Sutton-on-Trent, Andrew, son of Mr and Mrs Peter Smith of Doncaster, and Kimbarley, daughter of Mr and Mrs Douglas Bramhall of Lincoln.

Engagements

BAUMBER- SOUTHGATE- Both families are pleased to announce the engagement of Luke, son of Peter and Gill Baumber, and Laura, youngest daughter of Colin and Gill Southgate, on February 20, 2000. Congratulations and love to you both, from us all.

HANDS- AUDIS- Mr and Mrs Flanagan are pleased to announce the engagement of Brenden and Sarah on Valentine's Day. Love from Mum and Randy and family.

PARKIN- SUTCLIFFE- Ian and Yvonne are delighted to announce the engagement of their daughter, Michelle, and Alec, son of Brian and Marcia Parkin.

Birthdays

ASHER- Karl. Congratulations on your 18th, February 28, 2000. From Mum, Dad, Dean, Peter, Kelly and Catherine.

McPHERSON-AYRE- On February 23, 2000, Elle ``The Body.'' Have an excellent birthday, ``Maude.'' Take care and look after yourself. Loads of hugs and kisses, Dipti, Prexica, Shetal and Rick.

RILEY- Michael. Congratulations on your 60th, Mick, February 27, 2000. My love, Dad.

RILEY- Mick, February 27, 2000. Wishing you every happiness on your 60th birthday. Love, brothers, sisters, nephews and nieces. xxx.

Birthday Memories

BAINBOROUGH- Pauline. February 26. Birthday memories of my dear wife.- A birthday card I cannot send, But my love for you will never end.- Love, John. xxx.

BAINBOROUGH- Pauline, born at Dotteril Park, February 26, 1942. The first daughter of Dick and Vera Gilson, a wonderful sister and auntie.- A special person, a special face, Someone we loved and can't replace, Never selfish, always kind; These are the memories you left behind. We look at your photo, often in tears, Wishing God had given you many more years.- Broken-hearted Mum and Dad.

JAMES- Nick. February 26.- Thinking of you always but especially today on your birthday. Love, Mark, Linda and family. xx.

JAMES- Nick. February 26.- Our hearts still ache as we whisper low, ``Happy birthday, we love and miss you so.''- Mum and Dad. xxx.

LANE- Kenneth. February 29. Happy birthday, Dad. You nearly Your loving daughter and family.e miss you. Fond memories.

MAGAN- June. March 1.- Happy birthday memories Of our time together; Though you have gone from me, I will love you for ever.- Your loving husband, Fred. xxx.

MAGAN- June. March 1. Birthday memories of a dear mam.- If I could spend this day with you, All my wishes would come true.- Love, Steven and Bev. xxx.

MAGAN- June. March 1.- A birthday card we cannot send, But our love for you will never end.- Our thoughts are with you always. Love, Camilla, Julian and Gemma.

MAIDLOW- Helen. February 23. Treasured memories of Helen, wife and mother to Alan, Gary and Tony.

MILLINGTON- Iris. February 26. Birthday wishes for a special mum. Love and miss you. Dolly and Graham. xxx.

ROBERTSON- George. March 1. Happy birthday. Memories of you and loving thoughts. From Annice and family.

SMITH- Maud Isobel (Molly). February 26. Loving birthday memories of our dear mum. Love, daughters Jane, Wendy, Sally and families.

SMITH- Michael. February 29.- A birthday wish to you today, Not on a card in the usual way, But on a cloud high up above, To my husband I miss and dearly love.- I love and miss you so much, Michael. Loving wife, Janice. xxx.

SMITH- Michael. February 29. Happy birthday, mate. No cards to give you, but we are thinking of you on your birthday. Love, Jean and Lisa. xx.

THOMPSON- Kevin. February 24. Happy birthday.- Memories are a gift to treasure, Mine of you will last for ever.- Love, Mum, Pam, Bob, Paul and Jane.

In Memoriam

ANDERSON- Molly, died February 24, 1999. God bless. Michele, Nobby, Jamie and Laura.

ANDERSON- Molly, died February 24, 1999. Always in our thoughts, Mum. Love, Ted and Lillian.

ANDERSON- Violet, died February 24, 1999.- Mum, the best are the ones God calls away, But, in our hearts, you will always stay.- Love, Mick and Chris.

ANDERSON- Violet, died February 24, 1999. Thank you, Mum, for being there. Thank you for the things we shared. Love and miss you. Daughter Wendy, Terry and girls.

BAKER- Andrew Mark (Bakes), died February 29, 1996. Treasured memories of a special son, brother and uncle, loved and remembered always. Mum, Dad, Gary, Louise, Hedley, Katie and Lauren.

BARRATT- Irene, passed away on March 3, 1998. A message from the heart. We are missing you so much. Your smiling face, laughter and especially your filling tarts. You are always in our thoughts, dearest sister and aunt. God bless, Eunice and Clive.

BLACK- Sue, died February 28, 1999. Mum, the past year has been so strange, not hearing your voice on the phone. I am now reconciled that you are no longer available to me at random. God bless you, Mum. I know that the miles we have been apart have always been a problem, but I just wish I could have had time to say goodbye. I think of you all the time, as we all do. Please never doubt my love. Love, Ian and family.

BLACK- Sue, died February 28, 1999. One year has passed but my heart is no lighter. Miss you. Love, Harold. xxx.

BRADSHAW- Andrew, died February 28, 1995. Treasured memories of a dear husband and father. Wife Margaret, son Chris and family.

BROWN- James, died February 24, 1975. Treasured memories of a loving husband, father and grandad. Miss you. Jean, family and grandchildren. Love always.

CORCORAN- John Thomas, died February 23, 1968. Memories of a dear dad and grandad. Always in our thoughts. Michael, Margaret and family.

DRURY- David, died February 27, 1994.- In my heart you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- From loving wife, Joan.

DRURY- David, died February 27, 1994. For ever in our thoughts and our hearts, remembered always. Love, Paul, Teresa, Dean and Craig.

DRURY- David, died February 27, 1994.- Loving memories keep you near, As time unfolds another year.- Love, Auntie.

EBBINS- Ellen May, died February 25, 1998.- No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts Is always kept for you.- Lots of hugs and kisses, Mum, from your loving family.

FAULKNER- Reg, died February 26, 1990. In our thoughts every day. Loving wife Olwyn and son Cyril.

FAULKNER- Reg, died February 26, 1990. Loving memories of our dear dad and grandad. Love, Jo, Pete, Steven and Tarina.

HARTLEY- Nan, died February 23, 1974. Treasured memories of a very special mother. For ever in our hearts and thoughts. Loved and remembered always. John, Lynn and grandson, Wayne.

JEPSON- Betty (nee Rogan), died February 25, 1998.- You are in our thoughts every day, And, in our hearts, you'll always stay.- Your loving family. xx.

NICHOLSON- William (Bill), died February 27, 1981. Loved and remembered always. Sister, Doris.

PAPWORTH- Bet, died February 27, 1997. In our hearts for ever, loved and remembered always. Love, Harry, Mark, Russell, Carole, Adam and James.

RUDKIN- Pat, died February 23, 1999. Always in our thoughts. Love, Graham, Liz and Katie.

STAUNTON- Ted, died February 23, 1999. A loving husband and dad. You left us without saying goodbye, but never does a day go by without you being in our thoughts. You were everything that anyone could ask for. We will always love you. God bless, Joan and Tony.

Congratulations

RILEY- Mick. Congratulations on your 60th Birthday, February 27, 2000. All our love and best wishes, June, Darren, Louise, Gemma, Jane, Paul, Louis and Chloe. xx.

ROBERTSON- Shelly and Mark. Congratulations on the birth of Kyle. Lots of love, Paul, Jackie, Emma and John. x.

Golden Weddings

HOLLIS- ELLIS- On February 25, 1950, Peter and Cynthia. Love and best wishes on your Golden Wedding. Love, Mick, Karen, Judy and families.

Diamond Weddings

COOK- GREEN- On March 2, 1940, Charles and Margaret. Congratulations. Lots of love from Rosemary and Lian.

COOK- GREEN- On March 2, 1940, Charles and Margaret. Congratulations, Mum and Dad. Love, Ruth, Joe, Karen, Graham, Heather, Matthew, Kelly and great-grandson, Callan.

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

BROWN- Celia, Ron, Carla and Darren would like to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for their messages of sympathy and kindness following the sad loss of Paul, our much loved son and brother, also Paul's own friends who attended the service. We thank you. Special thanks to Canon Roger Hill for his lovely service and to Richard Todd and staff of G. E. Rose for the funeral arrangements, so sympathetically carried out.

HUMBERSTONE- Dorothy and family wish to thank the staff of Sconce Ward, Jeanette (John's carer) and the Rev J. B. Quarrell. Gratitude is also expressed to relatives and friends for their floral tributes and their letters of sympathy and support. Thanks are also extended to E. Gill and Sons.

PARKER- True friendship is unconditional.~ Thank you. Jean, David (Dave) and Andrew.

SMART- Thank you, Helen and Andrew, for my precious great-grandchild, Matthew William. Love always, Great-gran. x.

SWAIN- Val would like to thank all his close family and the very many friends for their kind thoughts, sympathy and donations at the sad loss of his much loved wife, Beryl. Ingyon for the lovely service and to E. Gill and Sons for the funeral arrangements.

WOODWARD- Janice would like to thank friends, both of her and her mother, for their kind messages of sympathy and floral tributes in memory of her dearest mum, Norma. Very special thanks go to Liz, David, Sarah, John Crawford and his absolutely amazing staff on Friary Ward at Newark Hospital, for not only the excellent care they gave her mum, but for the thoughtful way they looked after her too. Thanks also to Woods Court for taking care of her mum for the past two and a half years, with a special thank you to Betty. Thanks to Roger Hill for the lovely service and last, but by no means least, to Richard and Kathy of G. E. Rose. My love and thanks to you all for making a very sad time just a little bit easier. Janice xxx.