June 2000

02 June 2000

Births

GABBITAS- On May 28, 2000, in Madrid to Clifford and Lea (nee Furlong), God's precious gift of a son, Eliott Francis James, brother for Alexander and Daniel.

HALLAM- On May 27, 2000, in Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham, to Chris and Tracy (nee Rick) a precious baby boy, Jack William, 7lb 9oz. Welcome to my world, little brother. Lots of love and kisses, Shelley.

HANLEY- On May 18, 2000, in Jessop's Hospital, Sheffield, to Bill and Bridget (nee Greenway) the precious gift of twin girls, Kirsty and Lucy.

MANNERS- On May 26, 2000, in Lincoln County Hospital, to Geoffrey and Caroline a daughter, Tiegan Ellen. Welcome sister for Rufus.

MIGNOT- On May 17, 2000, in Longjumeau, France, to Francois and Jane (nee Barker), a daughter, Cecile Marion Lucie, sister for Nicholas and Benjamin.

Deaths

AGNEW- On May 26, 2000, suddenly, Ina. A very good friend, will be sadly missed. Eva.

AGNEW- On May 26, 2000, suddenly, Ina, aged 71. A mother and granny who always put her family first, she will be missed greatly by all the family. Donations to Cancer Research/British Heart Foundation.

CHESHIRE- On May 24, 2000, suddenly, John. A dear stepdad and a good friend. Gone, but not forgotten. Rest in peace. Love, Kath, Colin, Jeanette, Michelle and family. xx.

CHESHIRE- On May 24, 2000, peace~fully in Newark Hospital, after a short illness, John James, aged 70, of Balderton, formerly of Doncaster. Beloved husband of Eva, and father and grandad, who will be sadly missed. God bless, goodnight, Eve.

CHESHIRE- On May 24, 2000, after a short illness, John, who will be sadly missed, who was a good stepdad to us all, and did anything for you. God bless, goodnight. Sharon, Sandra, Jill and families.

CHESHIRE- On May 24, 2000, John James. Goodbye, God bless, sleep tight, Grandad. You're one of the best, love you always. Charlotte and Josh. xx.

CODDINGTON- On May 27, 2000, peacefully in Newark Hospital, Doreen, aged 75 years, of Newark. Beloved wife of Eric, dearly loved mum of John, mother-in-law of Pam, much loved nan-nan of Debbie and Steve, David and Debbie, place today, Friday, June 2, 2000, at Christ Church,e takes Newark, at 1.45pm, followed by cremation at Grantham. Flowers or donations in her memory for the Minster Ward, Newark Hospital, may be sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

CODDINGTON- On May 27, 2000, Doreen.- Mum, to us you were so special, We loved you to the end, We lost two special things that day, A mother and a friend.- Love, John and Pam. xx.

CODDINGTON- On May 27, 2000, Doreen. A very special nan. You will be sadly missed, but in our hearts for ever. Love, Deborah, David, Debbie and Steven. xx.

CODDINGTON- On May 27, 2000, Doreen.- Gentle Jesus up above, Give Nanna Chick Chick all our love.- Love, Kirsten and Chelsea. xx.

DAVIS- On May 31, 2000, suddenly but peacefully at home in her sleep, Jenny, aged 56. Dearly loved mum of Jayne, Simon, Paul and Andrew, much loved mama of Kylie, Lianne, arrangements may be made to E. Gill and Sons Ltd. Tel 01636 677461.

DIXON- On May 25, 2000, Suzanne. Sister-in-law, aunt.- It isn't fair that you are gone, You put up a fight, you were so strong, You're now at peace and free from pain, Sleep tight, Suzanne, till we meet again.- For ever in our thoughts. Love from Steve, Eva and family. x.

DIXON- On May 25, 2000, at home, Suzanne Jayne, aged 41. Funeral took place at Christ Church, Newark, on Wednesday, May 31. A battle so bravely fought, against an enemy so wicked. Your courage and humour gave us the strength we so needed; you never gave up hope, Suzanne. Sue, words can never say how much we love and miss you. Love always and for ever, Dicko, Lee and Katie. xx. I'll miss you, Sue. Life will never be the same. Love, Mum. xx. brave and loving sister. Love you always, Pat, John and family. xx. A precious sister, loved and missed for ever. Sean and Louise. xx. because love never dies. Margaret, Denis, Karen and Andrew. xx Memories are a keep sake no-one can take away. Love you Sue. Diane, Alan and family. xx Love and miss you for always, Sue. Eddie, Anne, Billie, Matt, Warren and Rachael. A big kiss from Elliot and Tamsin xx.

DIXON- On May 25, 2000, Suzanne. You will be for ever loved and missed. Julie and Tim.

DIXON- On May 25, 2000, Suzanne. There's going to be an empty space no one can fill. God bless. Tracey, Steve and Jordan.

DIXON- On May 25, 2000, Suzanne. A dearly loved keepsake no one can take away. God bless. Les, Val, John and Stephen.

DIXON- On May 25, 2000, Suzanne.- O, guide her, call her, draw her, Uphold her to the end, And then in Heaven receive her, My much loved special friend.- Love, Paula and family.

DIXON- On May 25, 2000, Suzanne.- A very good friend we had and lost, You were so very rare, Real friends are hard to find, But you were always there. We know you're up in Heaven, Where all the best ones go, We love you and we'll miss you, Though you already know.- Bye, Sue. Love, Mick and Ivy. xx.

DIXON- On May 25, 2000, Suzanne.- After a long illness bravely fought. Will be sadly missed. Ken, Doreen, Neil.

DIXON- On May 25, 2000, Suzanne.- One of the best and so very brave, Memories of you will for ever save.- Heaven will shine brighter. Love always, Rena, Lorraine, Sally, Deborah and Mandy.

HINTON- On May 26, 2000, at Red Roofs Residential Home, in Hinton, late of Silverstone, Northants; loving mother ofer Sheila and mother-in-law to Alan; nan to Richard and Stephen and wives Chris and Margaret; also a much loved great-grandmother.

JONATOWSKI- On May 24, 2000, Ben, suddenly, without the chance to say goodbye and tell you what a lovely dad and grandad you were. We'll always remember and love you. Your daughter Mary, son-in-law Lawrence and granddaughters Hannah and Marianne. Rest in peace.

JONATOWSKI- On May 24, 2000, Ben.- Good was his heart, in friendship sound, Loved and respected by all around, A beautiful life came to an end, He died as he lived, everyone's friend.- For ever loved and missed. Bridie. xx.

JONATOWSKI- On May 24, 2000, Uncle Ben, suddenly called away. I never had a chance to say goodbye. Love you for ever, Lisa. Goodbye.

JONATOWSKI- On May 24, 2000, suddenly, Ben. A heart of gold, a special person we cannot replace. God bless. Loved and remembered. Sue, William, Lisa, Lee and David. xxxxx.

MILLS- On May 29, 2000, Edgar James (Jim), aged 90, at Ashcott, Somerset, previously of Cavendish Avenue, Newark. Much loved father and father-in-law of Jimmy and Sandra, Peter and Liz, the late Douglas, Joan and Tony, Jennifer and John, Alan and Anne; also much loved grandad and great-grandad. Will be sadly missed by all.

ROWLERSON- On May 25, 2000, William (Bill). The funeral arrangements have now been moved, to 1.30pm on Wednesday, June 7, not 12 noon as previously arranged.

SARGENT- On May 31, 2000, peacefully in hospital, Flo, aged 86. Loving wife of Denis and a most wonderful mum of Shirley, Liz and the late Malcolm, mother-in-law of Colin, Ron and Jean, a loving grandma and great-grandma. She will Newark Parish Church, Thursday, June 8, at 2.30pm, followed by cremation at Grantham. Family flowers only, please. Inquiries to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

SARGENT- On May 31, 2000, Flo. A loving mother of Shirley, mother-in-law of Colin, nana of Stephen, Neil, Kathryn and their families in Australia.

WELLS- On May 30, 2000, Florence. Loved and remembered always. Goodnight and God bless, Nan. Michelle and John. Goodnight, Great-Nan. Amy, Gemma, Lucy and Emily.

WELLS- On May 30, 2000, Flo. For ever in our thoughts. Rest in peace. God bless, goodnight. June, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

WELLS- On May 30, 2000, Flo. In loving thoughts, much loved and sadly missed. Dearly loved mother of Gordon.

WELLS- On May 30, 2000, Flo. To a special~ mum, nan and great-nan. Loved by us all. God bless. x. Margaret and family.

WELLS- On May 30, 2000, at Friary Fields Residential Home, Florence (Flo), formerly of Farndon, aged 81. Dearly loved wife of the late Herbert, much loved mum of Peter, Harry, Gordon, Margaret, June and the late Jennifer and Trevor, dear nan and great-nan. Funeral service at St Peter's Church, Farndon, on Tuesday, June 6, at 2.15pm, followed by to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.l Crematorium. Flowers may be sent

WHITE- On May 28, 2000, passed away in his sleep in Newark Hospital, Robert (Bob), of Weston, formerly of Carlton-on-Trent.- Treasure him, Lord, in Your garden of rest, For here on earth he was one of the best.- We miss you, darling, more than words can say. Until we meet again, rest in peace. Your heartbroken wife Pauline, son Colin and family.

WHITING- On May 29, 2000, Glenys, aged 78, formerly of Cartbridge Close, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. Widow of Bill, much loved mother of Paul and Lindsey, mother-in-law of Sally and Mike, grandmother of Kerry, Alec, Leah and Rachael. Funeral service at Grantham Crematorium, 1.15pm, Monday, June 5. Family flowers only, please. If wished, donations to Beaumond House Hospice, c/o E. Darke Funeral Director, Carlton-on-Trent, Newark. Tel 01636 821278.

Marriages

BROMPTON- CLARKE- On May 27, 2000, at Emmanuel Christian Centre, Newark, by Pastors Gareth and Ken Morgan, Alex, Sally, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Jeff Clarke of Newark.

COLWELL- CORNER- On May 27, 2000, at Averham Parish Church by the Revs Adrian and Margaret Armstrong, Jason, eldest son of Mr and Mrs Keith Colwell of Tranmere, Merseyside, and Sarah, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Richard Corner of Church Lane, Averham.

JOHNSTONE- AYERS- On May 27, 2000, at St Peter's Church, Thurgarton, by the Rev Andrew de Berry, Tim and Cathryn.

KINGSTON- WALKER- On May 20, 2000, at All Saints' Church, Elston, Martin, youngest son of Mrs B. Dobbie of Newark, and Sarah, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Ivor Walker, Elston.

ROSS- GOODWIN- On May 27, 2000, at Newark Parish Church by Canon Roger Hill, Adam, son of Mr and Mrs David Ross of Norwell Lane, Cromwell, and Nicola, only daughter of Mr A. Goodwin of Derbyshire, and Mrs B. Goodwin of Riverside Road, Newark.

SAXBY- HOLLAND- On April 29, 2000, at St Giles' Church, Edingley, by Canon Ian Collins, Mark, son of Mr and Mrs Holland of Skegby. Lisa, only daughter of Mr and Mrs John Holland of Skegby.

SMITH- CHASE- On May 27, 2000, at All Saints' Church, Collingham, by the Rev Alistair Conn, Mark, son of Mr and Mrs Stuart Smith of Collingham, and Helen, daughter of Mr and Mrs David Chase of Newark.

Engagements

BLACH- RUSSELL- Both families are delighted to announce and Steve Russell of Upton, and Edward, son of Catheriney and David Blach of Rolleston.

Birthdays

ARNOLD- Darren Paul. Congratulations on your 18th birthday, June 8, 2000. With all our love from Mum, Dad and sister Karen. xxx.

CANAVAN- Happy 21st, Emma, June 7, 2000. Love from Mum, Dad, Nanna and tribe.

DICKINSON- To a very special brother on his 60th birthday, June 5, 2000. Happy birthday, Dick. Love from Whack, Norma and family.

PETTINGER- Congratulations, Joanne, on your 18th birthday on June 4, 2000. Lots of love from Nan-nan, Uncle Mark, Auntie Chris, Samantha and Michael. xxx.

STAPLETON- Mavis Sheila. Congratulations, Mum, on your 70th birthday, June 2, 2000. With all our love from Jean, Linda, Tony and families. xxx.

Birthday Memories

SECONDE- Gordon. June 7.- The hands of time keep turning, The years they slip away, But memories are a keepsake, No one can take away.- Your loving wife Peggy, Christine and Nigel. xxx.

THOMPSON- Harold. May 29.- In my thoughts, you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Love you, Joyce. Happy birthday, Dad. Pam, Bob, Paul and Jane and grandchildren.

In Memoriam

ARMSTRONG- Joseph, June 7, 1997. For ever in our thoughts. From his loving wife and family.

HAZARD- Gladys Annie, June 4, 1999.- Every day, no matter where, In our hearts, you're always there.- Love, Jamie, Sue and Ben.

JOHNSON- John Alfred, died May 28, 1984. Precious are the memories. Wife, Ethel.

PEARSON- Ruben, died June 2, 1994. In loving memory of my dear brother, who passed away six years ago. Fondly remembered today and always by his loving sister, Gertie.

SMITH- Leonard (Len), passed away June 6, 1993.- The hands of time keep turning, The years they slip away, But memories are a keepsake, No one can take away.- Look after him, Lord, as he was one of the best. Sister Hilda.

THURLBY- Mabel, died May 31, 1996.- Mum, in our hearts, you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Missed so very much. Love, Celia, Neville and family.

THURLBY- Mabel, May 31, 1996.- Mum, time may hide the sadness, Smiles may hide the tears, But nothing hides the heartache, Despite the passing years.- Loved always, Audrey.

TRUSS- Syd, died June 3, 1997.- Memories are a gift to treasure, Ours of you will last for ever.- God bless, Joan and Frank.

TRUSS- Syd, died June 3, 1997.- Never a day without you, In my heart you're always near, God only knows I've missed you, This third lonely year.- So much love, Lynda.

WALKER- Simon, died June 6, 1999. Sadly missed by all colleagues and friends at Graff Electronics, Collingham.

WALKER- Simon Peter, June 6, 1999.- You suffered so much in silence, Your spirit did not bend, You fought to live with courage, Until the very end. Leaves and flowers will wither, The sun will always set, But the hearts that love and miss you, son, Are the ones that will never forget.- This year has been our loneliest. We were and are so proud of you, Simon. Love always, your broken-hearted Mum and Dad. xxxxx.

WALKER- Simon, June 6, 1999.- Your smile was made of sunshine, Your heart was made of gold, To us you were the greatest brother, This world could ever hold.- We miss you so much, Simon. Love, Sal, Sarah and Larry. xxx.

WALKER- Simon, June 6, 1999.- Gentle Jesus up above, Give Uncle Simon a great big hug.- Lots of love, Lauren. xxxx.

WATT- Ben, June 6, 1999. Wonderful memories of a loving and devoted husband. Although a year has gone by without you, I miss you more each day. Your broken-hearted wife, Jean.

WATT- Ben, June 6, 1999. Treasured memories of a wonderful dad and grandpa.~ You are always in our thoughts, Dad. We miss you so much. Love, Andrea, Jason, Chloe and Adam.

WHYTE- George, June 1, 1998. Treasured memories are keepsakes for ever. Loving wife, Margaret.

Congratulations

DOBB- Congratulations, Adam, on passing your driving test. Love, Nan and Gramps.

HALLAM- Congratulations, Christopher~ and Tracy, on the birth of your son. Thank you for my beautiful grandson and welcome brother for my granddaughter Shelley. Lots of love always, Mum.

HALLAM- Congratulations, Chris and Tracy, on the birth of Jack William. Love, Keith, Marie and Ashley.
Ruby Weddings

CORLEY- BAKER- On June 4, 1960, at Christ Church, Newark, John and Rita. Love always, Teresa, Paul, Emma and Georgina. 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

BAXTER- Shirley and family wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for cards, messages of sympathy, donations and support given to them on the sudden loss of Denis. Special thanks to Margerie, Barrie and Lee, Ward at Newark Hospital, the Rev Tony Tucker for hisster service and Mr Darke for funeral arrangements.

DIBB- The family of Barbara Dibb would like to thank Jean Bowse, staff of the Troc Residential Home and Minster Ward, Newark Hospital, for their devoted care. Attendance at the service of thanksgiving for her life, letters of condolence, floral tributes and donations to Notting Hill Housing Trust were much appreciated. Our grateful thanks to the Rev Richard Eyre for a very personal and memorable service, and to Mr David Gill of E. Gill and Sons for particularly sensitive funeral arrangements.

HUMPHRIS- Bunny and family would like to thank all friends and neighbours for their cards, messages of sympathy and support given to them all in their sad loss of Doris. Also special thanks to all the staff in Friary Ward at Newark Hospital for the care, kindness and understanding shown to both her and themselves during her stay in the Ward. They will never forget that or them.

WHITE- Robert (Bob). Pauline, Colin, Sally and family would like to thank friends, relatives and neighbours for messages of sympathy and floral tributes following the sad loss of Bob. Special thanks to the Rev Sheila Dixon for the comforting service and E. G. Darke for funeral arrangements.