April 2001

27 April 2001

BAILEY- On April 21, 2001, in Lincoln County Hospital to Ashley and Helen (nee Mason) a beautiful baby boy, Luke Ernie, 7lb 7oz. Thanks to all concerned.

HARDY- On April 24, 2001, in Houston, Texas, to Ian and Nina a daughter, Caitlin Elizabeth, 7lb 12oz. First granddaughter for Sybil and Walter. Love from all families.

HEPPELL- On April 20, 2001, to Richard and Rachael, a beautiful little girl, Millie, 8lb 4oz. Congratulations and lots of love from both families.

JENKINS- On April 18, 2001, Mark and Sue are very pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Lucie Mae. A first grandchild for Alan and Shirley, Pete and Val.

MARTIN- On April 21, 2001, in Nottingham City Hospital to Gary and Penny (nee Atkinson) a beautiful boy, Samuel Louis. Lots of love, Mum, Dad, Jane, Paul, Claire, Stephen, Miles, Joe and the dog Snoopy.

PAYNE- On April 23, 2001, to Tom and Amanda, a beautiful daughter, Georgia Frances.

Deaths

BINNS-HALL- On April 18, 2001, Jake, aged one day. Beloved son of Grahame and Mandy Hall. Much loved grandchild of Mr Alex Binns and Mrs Mary Binns, and Mr Alan Hall and Mrs Maxine Hall. Sadly missed, never forgotten. Funeral service will take place at the G. E. Rose Chapel today, Friday, April 27 at 11am, followed by interment at Newark Cemetery. Flowers and inquiries to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors, Beacon Hill Road, Newark. Tel 01636 703808.

BINNS-HALL- On April 18, 2001, Jake, one day old. We will always remember and treasure those few hours we had with you, Jake. Grandad and Grandma Hall.

CHECKLEY- On April 19, 2001, peacefully, in Boughton Manor Nursing Home, Doris, formerly of Balderton, aged 86 years. Wife of the late Chris, much loved mother of Jean, Robin and Pat, mother-in-law of Ken and Gerry, devoted nan of Mark, Sally, Emma and Chris. Funeral today, Friday, April 27, 2001, at Grantham Crematorium at 11am. All inquiries to David Tingle Funeral Directors, Collingham. Tel 01636 892503.

COSELL- On April 19, 2001, in Newark Hospital, Kenneth Kench (Ken), aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband of Margaret, beloved father of Kathryn, beloved father-in-law of Martin, loving grandpa of Elizabeth, Olivia and Nicholas. Funeral service and cremation took place yesterday, Thursday, April 26, 2001. Donations, if desired, to Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind, c/o E. Gill and Sons. Tel 01636 677461.

CRAMPTON- On April 20, 2001, in Newark Hospital, Elizabeth, aged 82 years, formerly of Wordsworth Drive, Balderton. Funeral service at St Giles' Church, Balderton, on Wednesday, May 2, 2001, at 1.45pm, followed by cremation at Grantham. Flowers and inquiries to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors. Tel 01636 703808.

GREENWOOD- On April 21, 2001, peacefully in Newark Hospital, Celia, aged 74 years. Beloved wife of Chris. May you rest peacefully in God's good hands. Love for eternity.

GREENWOOD- On April 21, 2001, passed away peacefully after a short illness, Celia, aged 74 years. Dear mother to Sharon and Alan, nan to Jason, Kelly and Sam. Mum, now all the torments of life are behind you, may you walk peacefully in the garden of God, for ever. No one can ever take away our love we had for you. Goodnight and God bless.

GREENWOOD- On April 21, 2001, Celia. Sadly missed. Loved always. Loving daughter Sandra, son-in-law Doug, John and William.

IND- On April 20, 2001, peacefully in Newark Hospital, Barbara, aged 82. Beloved wife of the late Francis, much loved mother of John, mother-in-law of Tookta. Funeral service at Christ Church, Newark, on Monday, April 30, at 11am, followed by interment at Newark Cemetery. Floral tributes or, if preferred, donations for The Children's Society may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

KIRK--BROWNE- On April 22, 2001, Joyce, passed away in Princess Margaret Hospital, Swindon, Wilts, aged 52 years. Daughter of John and Florence Bennett. She will be sadly will be at Grantham Crematorium on Thursday, May 3, 2001, at 12.30pm. Flowers or donations to BACUP (Cancer Support). All inquiries to Swindon Co-operative Funeral Service. Tel 01793 534759.

KIRK- BROWNE- On April 22, 2001, Joyce. Always in our thoughts. Rest in peace. Love, Jayne and Steve.

KIRK- BROWNE- On April 22, 2001, Joyce. Special memories of a very dear daughter-in-law. Never will you be forgotten. All our love, Mum and Dad.

MORLEY- On April 12, 2001, Ernest Gilbert. Loving husband of Noreen, dad of Mick and grandad of Finn.- To us you were so special, Your smile so warm and true, You'll never be forgotten, We thought the world of you.- Love always, Noreen and Mick.

NICHOLSON- On April 25, 2001, suddenly but peacefully in Newark Hospital, Mary Ellen, aged 87 years. Dearly loved widow of Harold, much loved mother of Barrie and Tony, mother-in-law to Linda and Anne, dearest gran of Paul, Dawn and David. Details of the funeral arrangements may be obtained from E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

PETRIE- On April 20, 2001, Donald (Michael), passed away. Funeral service at Grantham Crematorium today, Friday, April 27, 2001, at 4.15pm. Family flowers only, but donations, if desired, to Macmillan Cancer Relief Fund, c/o Mr E. Darke Funeral Director, Carlton-on-Trent. Tel 01636 821278.

ROBINSON- On April 23, 2001, suddenly, in Newark Hospital, Alice Mabel, aged 83 years. Devoted wife of Francis Arthur, loving sister, sister-in-law and auntie. She will never be forgotten. Funeral service will take place at Lincoln Crematorium on Tuesday, May 1, 2001, at 3.10pm. Family flowers only. Donations to The Stroke Association may be left at the crematorium or sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors, Beacon Hill Road, Newark. Tel 01636 703808.

SHARMAN- On April 19, 2001, peacefully at home, Herbert Ramsay (Bert) of Brant Broughton, aged 77 years. Treasured memories of a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be sadly missed by all his family. Funeral service April 27, 2001, at 2.45pm. Family flowers only. Donations to Marie Curie Cancer Care may be left at the crematorium or sent to G. E. Rose Funeral Directors, Beacon Hill Road, Newark. Telephone 01636 703808.

SHARMAN- On April 19, 2001, Herbert Ramsay (Bert). A loving dad and grandad.- No longer in our lives you share, But, always in our hearts, you are there.- God bless. Andy, Jan and Adam.

SWAN- On Sunday, April 22, 2001, peacefully, after a long illness bravely borne, at The Queen Margaret Hospice, Ollerton, near Newark, aged 55 years. Beloved husband of Marion Hamilton. Sadly missed by all the family.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, suddenly, Graham. Loving brother of Sandra, brother-in-law to Nick, uncle to Michael, Netty, Donna and Paul.- Gentle Jesus up above, Please give Graham a great big hug.- Love from great-nephews and nieces.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, Graham.- We cannot bring the old days back, Your smile we cannot see, We treasure now the memories, Of days that used to be.- We'll miss you for ever, Grez. All our love, Kerrie, Ryan and Molly.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, Uncle Graham.- To us you were so special, Your smile so warm and true, You'll never be forgotten, We thought the world of you.- All our love, Gary, Kelly, Shane, Michael and Gemma. xxx.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, Uncle Graham. Loved and remembered always. Goodnight and God bless. Love, Maxine and Darren. xxx.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, Graham.- In illness you suffered, The pain you bore, Till God called you home, To suffer no more.- Rest in peace, dear brother. Love, Michael and Kathleen. xxx.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, suddenly, Graham. Dearly beloved son of Dorothy and the late William. Cremation will take place at Grantham Crematorium on Monday, 30th April at 1.15pm. Taken from me so suddenly, my beloved son Graham, A smiling face, a vacant chair, Memories of you are everywhere.- Reunited with Dad. Your beloved Mum.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, suddenly at home, Graham. Now at peace. Gone, but always remembered. God bless. See you, Tiv. Love, brother Pete and family.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, Graham. To a much loved uncle, who will never be forgotten and will be missed dearly. Love, Dean, Jackie and boys.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, Graham. For ever in our thoughts. Love, Richard and Tanya, Chelsey and Rhyse, Chris and Gemma. xx.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, Graham, aged 53. You left us suddenly without a goodbye. No more suffering, no more pain. You will never be forgotten by the ones you left behind. Rest in peace, Graham. Love, Sue, Ron and family.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, Graham.- Words are few, thoughts are deep, Memories of you we will always keep.- To a much loved uncle. Love, Lee and Callum.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, Graham. It isn't what we write, Or even what we say, It's how we feel inside, As we think of you today.- Love Angela, Robert, Dot, David, Teresa, Amanda and families.

TIVEY- On April 19, 2001, Graham.- We were there when you were happy, We were there when you were sad, Now, brother, that all your pain has gone, You're now there happy at the side of Dad.- All our love, always and for ever. Sweet dreams and God bless. Never forgotten bro, Angela and Tiv. xxx.

VINCENT- On April 24, 2001, at The Spinney Residential husband of Erica, dearly loved father, grandfather andg great-grandfather. Funeral on Tuesday, May 1, 2001, at Mansfield Crematorium, at 1.15pm. Inquiries to C. G. Rhodes Funeral Director, Farnsfield. Tel 01623 882383.

WATSON- On April 24, 2001, peacefully in Winthorpe Hall Nursing Home, Elizabeth Margaret. Beloved wife of Bill, dearly loved mother of Vilma and Maureen, mother-in-law of Ian and Michael, precious nana of Debbie, David, Linda, Stephen and Tracey, and her 14 great-grandchildren. Special love from Paula, Brock, Rachael and Mark. You will always be in our hearts, darling Nana. Funeral at North Muskham cremation. Family flowers only. Any donations, please, to Muskham Church, c/o David Tingle Funeral Directors, 18 Oaklands, Collingham.

WATSON- On April 24, 2001, Elizabeth. Betty, you were a lovely, beautiful lady. I only wish I'd known you longer. Love, Karen. x.

WELLS- On April 20, 2001, peacefully in Winthorpe Hall Nursing Home, Minnie Boyd (Benny), formerly of Collingham, aged 76 years. Wife of the late John Henry (Jack), mother great-grandmother of Byron. Funeral at Lincoln Crematorium on Monday, April 30, 2001, at 11.10am. All inquiries to David Tingle Funeral Directors, Collingham. Tel 01636 892503.

WILKES- On April 22, 2001, in Little Oaks Nursing Home, Dorothy Lilian, aged 75. Beloved wife of the late Raymond, much loved mother of Chris. Loved and remembered always, now at peace. Funeral service at E. Gill and Sons' Chapel today, Friday, April 27, at 11.30am, followed by cremation at Grantham. Flowers may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.

WILKES- On April 22, 2001, Dorothy Lilian. Dearly loved sister of Hazel, Alan and Jean. Rest in peace.

Marriages

HUGHES- BOWER- On April 14, 2001, at St Swithin's Church, Wellow, by Canon Valerie Rampton, Neil, only son of Mr and Mrs James Hughes of Homelea Farm, Great Ellingham, Norwich, Norfolk, and Claire Samantha Bower, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Geoffrey Bower of Stud Farm, Rufford, Newark, Notts.

PRIESTLEY- ALLISON- On April 21, 2001, at St Giles' Church, Balderton, by the curate, the Rev David Lee Anderson, Damien Reece, son of John and Lorraine Priestley of Bowbridge Road, Newark, and Louise, daughter of Mr and Mrs G. Allison of Stafford Avenue, Balderton.

Birthdays

ASHLEY- Congratulations, Craig, on your 18th birthday, April 28, 2001. Love, Mum, Dad and Paul. xxx.

BECKETT- Hayley. Congratulations on your 18th birthday, May 1, 2001. Enjoy your party! Love, Nanna and Grandad, Auntie Susan, Auntie Julie, Uncle Dave, Uncle Peter, Lisa, Craig, Jordan, Danielle and Lewis.

BECKETT- Hayley, May 1, 2001. Happy 18th birthday. Lots of love, David, June, Michael, Corrina, Ryan, Jack and Katie. x.

BECKETT- Hayley, May 1, 2001. Happy 18th birthday, Hayley. Lots of love from Nanna and Grandad Beckett.

DRING- Laura, April 30, 2001. Best wishes to a special mum on her 70th birthday. Love, Julie and Kevin. xx.

GILLANDERS- Holly Selena. Congratulations, Holly, on your 18th birthday, Wednesday, April 25, 2001. All our love for ever, Mum, Dad and Victoria. xxx.

RILEY- Congratulations, Rebecca, on your 18th birthday, May 2, 2001. Have a groovy party. Love, Mum, Dad, Chris and May Jennifer.

STEVENS- Robert, April 29, 2001. Happy 40th birthday. All our love, Sharon, Shane, Juanita, Jamie, Lee and Emily. xx.
Birthday

Birthday Memories

COOPER- Gerald (Dad). April 26.- No cards or presents to show we care, Only our love and a special prayer.- Love, Tomm, Sue, Catherine, Jessica and Kimberley.

COOPER- Gerald Leslie, April 26.- Dad, a special day we cannot share, But, in our hearts, you are always there.Missing you on your birthday. Love, Tony, Kathryn and family. x.

GRIFFITHS- Florence Mary (Joan). April 24. What it means to lose you, no one will ever know. Love and miss you, Mum. Janet and Peter.

MILLS- Karin Emily. April 27.- Your special day we cannot share, But, in our hearts, you're always there. On a cloud in the sky above, We send a birthday wish with all our love.- John, Ja, Tina, Wendy and family. xxxx.

MORLEY- Ernest Gilbert. April 30.- Along the path of feeling, And how you should have stayed. The tears I shed can be dried away, But the pain in my heart will always stay.- Love always, Noreen and Mick.

In Memoriam

BAKER- Ronald, May 2, 1998.- We miss you more than words can say, But, in our hearts, you will always stay.- Loving wife Edith, daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

CHECKLEY- Kathleen, died April 28, 1983. Treasured memories of a very dear and loving wife, mum and nana. Love, husband Bill, Pauline, Colin and families.

CRUICKSHANK- Catherine (Rena), died April 28, 2000. Treasured memories of a special mum and grandma, always in our thoughts. We love and miss you very much. From Leona, David and Laura, xxx, Harold and Iasha, xx.

CRUICKSHANK- Catherine (Rena), died April 28, 2000.- If I could ask one thing for you, I'd say it in a prayer, That God would give you blessings, And hold you in His care.- Always thinking of you. Loving husband, Harry. xx.

DeVAL- Sybil, died April 25, 1999. Beloved daughter, sister, auntie and mother. Time dims neither memories nor grief. You live on for ever in our hearts. Loving Mum.

FERGUSSON- Vera, died April 29, 1996. Treasured memories of a loving wife, mother and nanna, who left us five years ago. So dearly loved, so sadly missed, always in our thoughts. Loving husband Ken and all the family.

HAGE- Alan, May 3, 1999. Treasured memories of a very special husband. My thoughts are with you, not just today but every day. Remembering the good times we spent together. Miss you so much. All my love, Hazel. x.

HAGE- Alan David, May 3, 1999. Despite the pain of loss, we to treasure for ever. Love and miss you. Keith andre ours Christine. xx.

HAGE- Alan David, May 3, 1999. Fondest memories of a very dear uncle we cannot replace. Quietly remembered every day. All our love, Paul and Lisa. x.

HAGE- Alan, May 3, 1999.- My world feels like an empty space, Which no one else can fill, For nobody can take your place And no one ever will. The love we shared was special, And the things we did together Are safely stored inside my heart, And they'll be there for ever.- I miss you, Dad. Love always, Karen. x.

HANDLEY- Desmond, April 29, 1996.- Des, this sad day comes with tears and pain, As the day you left us is relived again. The memories of you will never fade, And the pain in our hearts will always stay.- Your loving wife Bessie and "the kids''.

HARRISON- Marion, May 1, 1999. Remembering you with love. Birthday memories May 18. Betty and Fred.

HOULT- Ann, April 27, 1994.- Our thoughts are always with you, Mum, Your place no one can fill, In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still, We know you walk beside us, Mum, And when our life is through, We pray that God will take our hands, And lead us straight to you, God bless you. Love, Sallyanne, John, Bryan, Belinda, Mark, Kathy and families.

JULIAN- Sam, April 29, 1995.- No longer in our lives to share, But, in our hearts, you're always there.- Wife Mary and family.

KEY- Andrew Malcolm, died April 28, 2000. We miss you, mate. Love from Mum, Dad, Jonathan and William.

MARRIOTT- Cyril, May 1, 2000. Happy times we shared, Dad, will never go away. Love always, Jill and Dennis.

MORTON- Ivy, died April 22, 1993. A much loved mother and and Rachel., loved and missed every day. Linda, Alan, Karen

NICE- Robert, died April 26, 1994. Loving memories of a dear dad and grandad. From Martin, Lisa, Christopher and Danielle.

NIXON- John Ernest, died April 27, 1998. Loved and remembered every day and missed so much. From loving wife Pearl and family.

PITCHFORD- George Henry, died April 24, 1989. Treasured memories of a dear husband and father. Time drifts by and fades away, Our love for you will always stay. Forever in our thoughts. Loving wife Vera and family.

PITCHFORD- George Henry, died April 24, 1989. Loving father, so sadly missed. Deep in our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.- Loving daughter Christine, Geoff and family.

PRICE- Angelina, April 27, 1969. A dear mam and granny.- Thinking of you always, especially today, Love and miss you more than words can say.- Lena, Ken and family.

WALKER- Dorothy Evelyn, died April 28, 1996. In memory of a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Memories for ever. Ron, Vera and family.

WETTON- Derrick, died May 1, 1995. Loved and remembered always. Your loving wife, Peggy. xxx.

Congratulations

MARTIN- Well done, Gary and Penny, on the birth of beautiful Samuel. Love always, Mum, Dean, Deanna, Mia and Tyler. xx.

Golden Weddings

GAINSLEY- COX- On April 28, 1951, at Newark Parish Church, Gordon and Kath. Congratulations from Lynda, Jill and both families.

Silver Weddings

HOLDEN- FENTON- On May 2, 1976, at the Parish Church, Newark, Jonathan and Marion. Congratulations on your Silver Wedding, Mum and Dad. Love you loads, Emma, Katie and Nicholas. Congratulations and best wishes. Lots of love from Mum.

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

CLAYTON- Anthony and Catherine wish to thank family and of a wife, mother, nanny and great-nanny. Special thanks to doctors and staff on Sconce Ward, very special thanks to Dr Parkin and all staff at The Oaks Nursing Home, and thanks to the Rev Pete Brown for a beautiful service, Keith playing the organ, and last but not least, Natasha Arter of G. E. Rose for faultless and caring funeral arrangements.

DIXON- Alan and Chris would like to thank everyone who attended Betty's funeral on April 19. Also thanks for cards, flowers, and donations to the Raynauds and Scleroderma Society. Thanks also to the Rev Richard Hooton and E. Gill and Sons.

FORD- Peggy would like to thank all her friends at Coddington for the lovely cards and flowers she received for her 90th birthday. Also grateful thanks to the committee and friends at Wellgreen for the cake and meal, which were most enjoyable.

JACKSON- Sheila. Peter and family wish to thank all relatives and friends who attended the service at St Leonard's Church. Thanks go to the Rev Pauline Hutchinson and to E. Gill and Sons for excellent funeral arrangements. The family will be in touch personally at a later date.

LAWRENCE- Jean and family would like to thank friends and relatives for the lovely cards and floral tributes over their sad loss of Fred. Thanks to Minster Ward and special thanks to Friary Ward and staff at Newark Hospital, doctors and nurses at Barnbygate Surgery, and also district nurses. Special thanks to Pat, Pam, Maxine, Tracie, Beryl, June and Gail, and all the other carers who have looked after Fred so well. Thanks to Social Services, Home Care and ambulance crews. Also thanks to the Rev David Robbins for a beautiful service and to E. Gill and Sons for the funeral arrangements.

MORLEY- Noreen and Mick would like to thank special brother Bill, sister-in-law Marlene, Linda, sister Margy, Dr. Parkin and Val White (Macmillan nurse); also family and friends.

TWIGGER- Maureen and family wish to thank everyone for their kindness and donations following the sad loss of David. Thanks also to Winthorpe Nursing Home for their care over the past year, Turner Ward at King's Mill Hospital, the Rev Richard Hooton for the lovely service and E. Gill and Sons Ltd for the funeral arrangements. Special thanks to Auntie Phylis for all her help and support over the last four years.