May 2000

19 May 2000

Births

CLARKE- On May 12, 2000, in Nottingham City Hospital to Neil and Michelle (nee Rick) a beautiful baby boy, Samuel Jacob, 6lb 8oz. Love, Mum, Dad and families.

MERCER- On May 13, 2000, in Nottingham City Hospital to Stephen and Tina (nee Jex) a son, Ethan Lee, 7lb 14oz.

Deaths

BUST- On May 18, 2000, peacefully at home, Eric, in his 70th year. Sweetheart and husband of Eleanor, loving father of Pat, Karen, Simon and Bridget, respected father-in-law of David, Dougy, Jane and Andrew, dear grandad of Katie, Amy, James, Rachel and Jonathan. Always in our hearts. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations for the RNLI, together with inquiries for funeral arrangements, may be made to E. Gill and Sons Ltd. Tel 01636 677461.

DEEKER- On May 15, 2000,Bernard James. Lots of happy memories. You will be sadly missed by us all, but you had a good life and helped so many people. From your loving son Philip, Sue and the girls.

DEEKER- On May 15, 2000, Bernard James, aged 71 years, after a long and painful illness. Much loved by his wife, Jane. Lots of wonderful memories together. You will always be in my thoughts. Funeral service tomorrow, Saturday, May 20, 2000, at 11am, at St Michael's Church, Farnsfield, followed by cremation at Mansfield. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to cancer research, c/o D. J. Hall Funeral Directors, King Street, Southwell.

DIBB- On May 17, 2000, in Newark Hospital, Barbara Mary, of The Troc Residential Home, Newark, and previously of Long Bennington, aged 89 years. Headmistress of Lilley and Stone High School, Newark, 1947-1971. Much loved friend, aunt and great-aunt. Funeral at St Swithun's Church, Long Bennington, on May 27, 2000, at 10.45am, followed by cremation. No flowers by request, but donations to Notting Hill Housing Trust, c/o E. Gill and Sons Ltd, 52 Albert Street, Newark, would be much appreciated.

GADSBY- On May 11, 2000, peacefully in King's Mill Hospital, Doug, aged 75 years, of Balderton, formerly of Hawtonville. Beloved husband of Phyl, dearly loved dad of Irene Joyce, father-in-law of Roy, and a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service took place yesterday, Thursday, May 18, 2000, at Main Street Methodist Chapel, Balderton, followed by cremation. Donations, if desired, for the British Heart Foundation may be sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors.

MORLEY- On May 11, 2000, Dorothy (Dolly). A dear friend who will be sadly missed. From Jean, Peter and family.

OLIVER- On May 16, 2000, peacefully in Red Rose Nursing Home, Florence Annie (Nan), aged 95. Dear wife of the late Willis (Bill), precious mother of Pat and the late Jerry, dearly loved nana and great-nana. Reunited with Bill and Thursday, May 25 at 1pm, followed by cremation at Grantham.

SHARPLES- On May 13, 2000, in St Barnabas Hospice, Lincoln, Doris (nee Dixon). Will be sadly missed. Funeral at St Botolph's Church, Saxilby today, Friday, May 19 at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations to St Barnabas Hospice, c/o David Tingle, Collingham.

SPAFFORD- On May 15, 2000, Jeff passed away. At peace. Wonderful memories of a dear brother live on. God bless, Peggy and family.

Marriages

ARCHER- WILLIS- On April 29, 2000, at All Saints' Church, Sawley, by the Rev Peter Henry, Michael, son of Mrs Jackie Archer of Nottingham, and Amanda, daughter of Mr and Mrs Vin Willis of Balderton.

KENNELLY- COLLINS- On May 13, 2000, at Newark Register Office, Michael, youngest son of Mrs Ann Temple of Coddington, and Clare, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Ball of Conisbrough, South Yorks.

WALTERS- WAGSTAFF- On May 6, 2000, at North End Methodist Church by Sister Sue Fry, John Lee, eldest son of Mr and Mrs John W. Walters of Warburton Street, Newark, and Helen Louise, daughter of Mrs Linda Wagstaff of Lawrence Street, Newark, and the late Mr Alfred Wagstaff.

Engagements

PARKER- TOFT- The engagement is announced of Stuart and Jo on May 13, 2000. Warmest congratulations to you both. Love, Mum, Kirstie and Andy.

Birthdays

GINNELLY- Maria. Congratulations, Maz, on your 18th birthday, May 25, 2000. Love always, Mary. xx.

POLLARD- Anthony. Happy 21st birthday on May 19, 2000. Lots of love, Nana and Grandad Pollard.

POLLARD- Jamie. Happy 18th birthday on May 17, 2000. Lots of love, Nana and Grandad Pollard. xx.

VICKERS- Happy 21st birthday, Lucy, May 18, 2000. We can't wait for tonight - drinks are on your dad! Love, hugs and xxx's. Auntie Wendy, Bob and gang.

VICKERS- Lucy. Happy 21st birthday, May 18, 2000. Love and best wishes, Marian, Bernard, Kerry, Joe, Ryan and Katy. xxx.

Birthday Memories

CROWDER- Harry Edward (Ted). May 18. Thinking of you not just today but every day, still with deep sorrow. Wife Renee, daughters, grandchildren and sons-in-law.

HARRISON- Marion. May 18. It's just over a year now since you passed away. It's said it gets easier with time but that is not the case; we all miss you more than words can say and wish that you were here so we could share your Sarah, Natalie and Bethany., Antony, Neil and Nicole,

LOVELESS- Alf. May 22.- A card we have sent to you in Heaven up above, And you can be sure, Dad, it's filled with lots of love, Flowers we will lay for you, upon your garden of rest, And wish you happy birthday, you were the very best.- Your ever-loving daughters Gill, Chris, Julie and son Ian. xxx.

In Memoriam

BAINES- Gwen, died May 17, 1998. Treasured memories of a dear mum and nanna. Remembered always. Love, Colin, Margaret and family.

CAPES- Jackie, passed away May 19, 1999. Mum, one year gone but seems so long. We miss and love you so much and wish you were still here. Lots of love always, Susan, Louise, Christina and Michael. xxx.

CAPES- Jackie, May 19, 1999. My dear wife. Treasured memories of a wonderful woman, now the brightest star in Heaven. Love and miss you always, Barry. x.

GIBSON- Les, died May 20, 1997. Always in our thoughts, Dad. Lots of love, Lynne, Carol, Jennifer, Alan, Colin, Philip, Peter and Emma. xxx.

GIBSON-Les, died May 20, 1997. We will mis you, Grandad. Love you lots. Ben, Jessica, Lisa and Laura. xxx. Grandad.

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

GREENBERRY- Jack, died May 19, 1987.- Many a thought, many a tear, Many a wish that you were still here.- Love, Marg, Carol, Tony, Lorraine, Martin, Kelvin, Pat and grandchildren.

HARPER- Dennis, died May 22, 1994. In memory of a loving husband, dad, grandad.- We talk about you often, And speak your name with pride, Our love for you will never change, It's locked too deep inside, Your smile was like the sunshine, Your heart was made of gold, You were the most precious husband, dad and grandad, This world could ever hold.- Your loving wife Kathleen, sons, daughters and grandchildren. xxx.

HIBBITT- Peter, died May 19, 1998.- Many things have happened I wanted to share, Many times I've needed you and wished you were there, Life goes on, but it's not the same, There is always a longing for you that will always remain.- Miss you, Doreen.

HOPKINSON- Jack, May 21, 1993.- Time passes, memories stay, Quietly remembered every day.- Loving wife Rhoda and family.

LANGLEY- Ged, May 24, 1994.- The month of May is one of regret, It brings back the day we shall never forget. A well-loved memory of a cheerful face, A broken link we cannot replace; Deep in our hearts you are living yet, We loved you too deeply to ever forget.- Love you. Joanie, Robert, Gerald and families.

LAWSON- Rose, died May 22, 1999. We have missed you so very much. God bless you. Loads of love, Lilian, Vickie and Siggy. xxx.

LAWSON- Rose, May 22, 1999.- Roses are red, Violets are blue, We often think and talk Of our good friend And neighbour like you.- Miss you, Wendy, Terry and girls. xxx.

LAWSON- Rose, died May 22, 1999. Miss you. All our love, Derek, Steve, Dawn and Naomi.

MUDD- Kenneth, died May 18, 1982. In loving memory of a dear husband and brother, sadly missed. Maisie, Heather and Alan.

MUMBY- Peter, May 23, 1999.- No special verse is needed, We simply want to say, We wish with all our hearts, You were with us here today.- Loving wife Janet, Pauline, David and Debbie, Susan and Richard and grandsons Reece and Kyle. xx.

NORTH- Grace Margaret, May 18, 1999. Dearly loved mum and grandma.- In our hearts you'll always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Love, Carl, Karen, Lauren, Jodie and January.

NORTH- Grace Margaret, May 18, 1999. Remembering our dear sister. Lovingly remembered every day by Sylvia and Larry.

PADGETT- Edith Gladys, died May 22, 1988.- Mum, time may hide the sadness Like smiles may hide the tears, But nothing hides the heartache, Despite the passing years.- Loved and remembered always. From son Robert and family.

PARSONS- Harold, May 21, 1988.- As time goes by without you, And days turn into years, They hold a million heartache,And many silent tears. - Love, Joyce and family. xxx.

PARSONS- Harold, May 21, 1988. Treasured memories of a wonderful dad and grandad who we love and miss very much. All our love, Caroline and Kirsty. xxx.

PASHLEY- Dennis, died May 20, 1998.- Two years have passed, Dad, since you were called away, I miss you still, each and every day.- Love, your daughter Denise.

PASHLEY- Dennis, died May 20, 1998.- It's a lonely house, a vacant chair, Memories of you are everywhere, A secret longing and a silent tear, Always wishing you were here.- Loving wife, Jean.

PEARSON- Walter, died May 17, 1999. Very sadly missed. From loving wife, Mickie.

PRIESTLEY- Kelvin Kurt, May 20, 1982.- Loved and remembered every day, Memories of you will always stay.- Love, Mum, Dad, Zara, Karl, Damien, Kyle and grandparents.

RIPPIN- Jimmy, died May 23, 1996. Loving memories of my dear husband. Love, wife Rita.

ROBB- Nicky (Jaffa), May 25, 1994.- A light went out in our hearts, The day our Nicky died, A light went out in our lives, We sat and cried and cried, Six years on we miss our son, And we are crying still, We miss you, Nicky, so very much, And we always will.- Love always, Mum and Dad. xx.

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

THOMPSON- Philip, died May 19, 1999. You are always in our thoughts, Phil, but especially today. Love from brother Dave and Di, Julie and Carl and Rosie. xx.

THOMPSON- Philip, died May 19, 1999. Cherished memories of a dear brother. In our hearts you'll always stay. Love, Barbara, Beryl and families.

TUNLEY- Nigel, died May 17, 1984.- In my thoughts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Miss you, my Nige, Love, Mum.

WATSON- Gilbert, May 20, 1995.- The hands of time keep turning, The years they slip away, But memories are a keepsake No one can take away.- Loving wife Joyce, brother Wilf and sister-in-law Mary.

Congratulations

DENT--- TOWNROW- Congratulations, Rob and Clare, on your engagement, May 13, 2000. Love and best wishes from all the family. Love and kisses from Luke. xxx.

DOBB- Congratulations, Adam, on reaching your 21st birthday, May 14, 2000. Lots of love and good luck for the future. Nan and Gramps.

MERCER- Congratulations, Steve and Tina, on the birth of Ethan. Love, Mum, Dad, Bridget, Nev, Hannah, Ben, Alyssia and Harry.

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- Florence. Gordon, Sheila and family would like to thank all the staff at Red Rose Nursing Home for all their care and attention. Many thanks to all the carers, especially Maureen, Liz, Kathleen and Christine. Thanks to all who sent cards of sympathy. Our thanks to the Rev Paul Burr of Christ Church for the comforting service and to Richard Todd and staff of G. E. Rose for the excellent funeral arrangements.

BROWN- Following the sad loss of Barbara, Geoff, Carole and Tony would like to thank Debbie and David and Stefan and Debbie for their wonderful support, despite coping with their own grief. Thanks also to all friends, relatives, colleagues and dancing friends for their cards and letters of condolence. Special thanks to Grantham Hospital for their care of Barbara, the Rev W. Thackray for his kind words, and E. Gill and Sons for the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Jacaranda for the beautiful family wreath of 56 red roses, one for each happy year of marriage.

CARTWRIGHT- Vicky would like to thank her family, friends, neighbours and workmates for the many beautiful cards, gifts and flowers she received on the occasion of her 50th birthday. Special thanks to her Friars Crescent playmates for a walk down memory lane, and everyone else present for making it a night to remember. Thank you all; it is much appreciated.

CLARKSON-Marjorie and James wish to convey thier heartfelt thank s to family and friends for their support duringrtfelt John's short illness; also for the many cards, floral tributes and donations to Newark and District Hospice Aid. A special thank you to the Rev J. Quarrell for the lovely service and David Gill for the funeral arrangements.

DALBY- Jenny, Nigel, Chris, Ade and families would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support during Mum's illness and for all the cards, letters and flowers received following the sad loss of Jean. Our thanks to Dr Hunter, to all those who attended the funeral, and for the floral tributes and donations received. Our very sincere thanks to Diana and all the staff at The Oaks Nursing Home for the first class care and attention given to Mum, and for all the support given to ourselves, and also to the Rev David Anderson for his very comforting service. Thanks to Mr David Dixey of E. Gill and Sons Ltd for the funeral arrangements.

FISHER- The family of the late Myra Fisher wish to thank relatives and friends for their condolences following her death. Special thanks to the staff at South Muskham Prebend for their care over six years and at Red Rose Nursing Home, Farndon, more recently. Also thanks to Monsignor B. Dazeley and the Rev J. Travares, and David J. Hall for funeral arrangements.

GADSBY- The family would like to thank Newark Hospital, and the Intensive Therapy Unit at King's Mill Hospital, for the care given to Doug and the support given to us during his last hours.

GHENT- David and family would like to thank everyone for their support at this difficult time. Special thanks to the Rev R. Harlow-Trigg, E. Gill and Sons, staff at Newark Casualty and the ambulance crew.

HARRIS- Nancy and family wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the lovely cards and donations for Beaumond House. Also, thanks to staff on Minster Ward, doctors at the Fountain Medical Centre, and E. Gill and Sons for funeral arrangements.

JACKSON- David, Shirley and family would like to thank everyone for kind messages of sympathy following the sad loss of their mum, Ethel. Also thanks to the Rev John Quarrel for a lovely service and David Dixey of E. Gill and Sons for funeral arrangements.

MARRIOTT- Jill and Dennis would like to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for messages of sympathy following the sad loss of Dad. Grateful thanks to Dr Singleton~ and staff on Minster Ward, special thanks to the Rev Margaret Armstrong and the Rev Sybil Davenport for the comforting service, and to E. Gill and Sons for the excellent funeral arrangements.

SOLES- Laura, Betty, George and family would like to thank everyone for the floral tributes, and those who attendednk the funeral of our dear mum, Kate. Special thanks to Aslockton Nursing Home, Canon Allen Haydock, and A. W. Lymn for funeral arrangements.