Deaths
BERRY On July 21, 2006, peacefully in Little Oaks, Doris Edith, aged 82. Loving wife of the late Reg, much loved mum of Ian, Dave, Chris, Gail and Andrew, mum-in-law to John, Julie and Val. In our hearts for ever. Funeral service at St Giles' Church, Balderton, on July 31 at 10.45am, followed by cremation at Grantham. Donations for cancer research, or flowers if desired, may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.  NA292721
BERRY On July 21, 2006, Doris Edith. Loving nan of Michael, Stephen, Claire, Grace, Chris, Kate, Becca, Ian and Nicola.
Wherever we are
You will always be
Our shining star.
Forever loved and remembered. x.
 NA292717
BINNS On July 16, 2006, Jane, passed away.
In God's care you sleep above,
In our hearts you will stay with love.
Danny, Sandra, Wayne and Mathew.
 NA292855
BROOKS On July 20, 2006, Sheila (ne Marler). Much loved sister of Elaine, sister-in-law to Ernie and aunt to Anthony and Jeremy. Always in our thoughts. Rest in peace.  NA292554
BROOKS On July 20, 2006, Sheila (ne Marler), peacefully at home in Bristol, aged 78 years. Beloved wife and mother.  NA292552
CARTER On July 20, 2006, died peacefully at Little Oaks Nursing Home, Marta, aged 89 years. The funeral service will take place at Grantham Crematorium on Tuesday, August 1, at 10.15am. All flowers and inquiries to Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Services, Roseleigh House, Beacon Hill Road, Newark. 01636 703808.  NA292776
CUSTANCE On July 25, 2006, suddenly at home, Madge, aged 83 years. Beloved mother of Philip and Stephen and daughters-in-law Pamela and Joan. A loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at Christ Church on Monday, July 31, at 3pm, followed by cremation at Grantham. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, for the Alzheimer's Society may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.  NA292998
CUSTANCE On July 25, 2006, Madge. In memory of our grandma, from her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and, as she liked to call us, her great great great grandchildren. Lots of love, Richard, Joanne, Rachel, Lucie, Paul, Kerry, James, Jay, Ethan, Rowan and Finn. You will be dearly missed. xxx.  NA292775
EDLIN On July 26, 2006, in North Clifton Hall Nursing Home, Edna, aged 63 years. Beloved wife of the late Tony, dearly loved mother of David and Stephen, mother-in-law of Kirsty and dearest grandmother of Jamie and Callum. Inquiries for funeral arrangements may be made to David Tingle Funeral Directors. Tel 01636 892503.  NA293024
EDLIN On July 26, 2006, Edna.
Put Your arms around her, Lord,
Touch her loving face,
For she was very special
And can never be replaced.
Love always, Pam and Ray.
 NA293025

EDLIN On July 26, 2006, Edna. A wonderful sister and friend, who will be sadly missed. Love, Mick, Elaine and family.  NA293028
EDLIN On July 26, 2006, Edna. Beloved aunt to Philip, Debbie and family, Glen, Jo and family and Lynda. Will be sadly missed and always remembered.  NA293033
ELLIS On July 22, 2006, suddenly at home after a short illness, Derrick, aged 65 years. Beloved husband of Doreen, stepfather to Colin and Tina and Sue and Bruce, grandad to Sara, David, Gemma and Catherine, special friend to Joan and Kevin and friend to many. Funeral service at St Mark's Church, Woodthorpe, on Tuesday, August 1, at 12.30pm, followed by cremation at Sherwood Forest Crematorium. Family flowers only please, but if desired, donations for Beaumond House may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.  NA292932
ELLIS On July 22, 2006, Derrick, aged 65 years.
As I hold you close in memory,
Even though we are apart,
Your spirit will live on,
There within my heart.
Love and miss you always. Broken-hearted wife, Doreen.
 NA292902
ELLIS On July 22, 2006, Derrick, after a short illness bravely fought. Now at peace. Love Colin, Tina, Sara and David. x.  NA292763
FLOCKHART On July 20, 2006, suddenly at home, Margaret (Peggy), aged 72 years. Beloved wife of the late David, much loved mum of Margo, John and the late David, loving gran, great-gran and mother-in-law. The funeral service took place yesterday, Thursday, July 27, at Grantham Crematorium. All flowers and inquiries to Lincoln Co-operative Funeral Services, Roseleigh House, Beacon Hill Road, Newark. 01636 703808.  NA292908
FLOCKHART On July 20, 2006, Margaret (Peggy). Mum, no pain at last, rest in peace now. You will be in our hearts and memories for ever. Miss you and love you always. Margo and Bill. xx.  NA292616
FLOCKHART On July 20, 2006, Margaret.
Every day we miss you,
The pain's so hard to bear,
Knowing that we need you,
But you're no longer there.
We never thought of losing you,
Maybe that's what's wrong,
You always seemed a part of us,
That would carry on.
No longer in our lives to share,
But, in our hearts, you're always there.
Give our love to Dad. Love always, Chris and Kirsty. xx.
 NA292870
FLOCKHART On July 20, 2006, Margaret (Peggy). Gran, suddenly taken from us, no time to say good-bye. Lost without you, miss you, love you always, Sharon and Ali. Love you lots, Great-gran. Luke and Katie. xx.  NA292615
FLOCKHART On July 20, 2006, Margaret.
Gran, when God made little children,
He knew there was a need,
For someone very special,
A special one indeed,
A very special lady,
No other kind would do,
For a gran is always special,
And Gran, I do love you.
I'll always love you, Letisha. xx.
 NA292872
FLOCKHART On July 20, 2006, suddenly at home, Margaret (Peggy). Much loved mum-in-law of Sue and Andy. You were always more than just my mum-in-law, you were my best friend. I'll always love and miss you. Sue and Andy. xx.  NA292865
FLOCKHART On July 20, 2006, Margaret (Peggy). There is a special place in Heaven for godmothers. God bless. Darren, Sarah, Andrew, Scott and Robyn. xx.  NA292617
FLOCKHART On July 20, 2006, Margaret (Peggy). Now free from pain. Will miss you, best and dearest friend for 38 years. Rest in peace. Harris and Ted.  NA292619
FLOCKHART On July 20, 2006, Margaret (Peggy). Much loved mum and gran. We will always miss you, you are in our hearts for ever. Lots of love, John, Linda, Gary, Sam and Jonathon.
 NA292577

FOSTER On July 22, 2006, in Newark Hospital, Edwin, aged 82 years. Dear husband of Linda and loving father of Adele. Cremation took place yesterday.  NA292723
GRAY On July 21, 2006, at Little Oaks Nursing Home, Irene (ne Smith), aged 85 years. Dearly loved mother of Sandra, Beverley and Nigel, mother-in-law of Andy, Steven and Joanne, and a dearest grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at Christ Church, Newark, today, Friday, July 28, at 2.30pm, followed by interment at Newark Cemetery. Floral tributes may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.  NA292930
GRAY On July 21, 2006, Irene. Mum, words cannot express the sorrow I feel now you've gone. You will always remain in my heart. Your loving son Nigel.  NA292778
GRAY On July 21, 2006, Irene, after a short illness in Little Oaks.
We sat beside your bedside, Mum,
Our hearts were crushed and sore,
We did what we could for you
Till we could do no more.
With tears we watched you sinking
And saw you fade away
And though our hearts were broken,
We knew you could not stay.
All our love, your devoted daughters Sandra and Beverley. xx.
 NA292628
GRAY On July 21, 2006, Irene. Treasured memories of a special nan (and little nan). Sleep tight. Love, Carol, Gary, Chris, Vicky, Dave, Ashley, Stephanie, Georgia, Luke and Harley. xxx.  NA292738
GRAY On July 21, 2006, Irene.
Those we love don't ever go away,
They walk beside us each and every day.
Nan, you'll always be in our thoughts. Love for ever, Gemma and Jason. xxx.
 NA292875

GRAY On July 21, 2006, Irene. Nan, loved so much and will be missed even more. You will always be in our hearts. Love, Camilla and Sean. xx. Gentle Jesus up above, shower our little nan with kisses of love. Joshua, Harry and Lily. xxx.  NA292878
GRAY On July 21, 2006, Irene (Rene).
Nan, you were the best, so very rare,
Now you deserve the best up there.
Kind and warm, second to none,
Our hearts are empty now you have gone.
Sadly missed. Julian, Jeannette, Emily, Jessica and James. xx.
 NA292915
GRUBB On July 20, 2006, in City Hospital, Nottingham, after a short illness, Richard Kenneth. Loving husband of Judith and father of Sarah, Mark and Margaret. Will be sadly missed. Funeral service has already taken place. If desired, donations for Nottingham City Hospital Charitable Funds (for cancer services) may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd Funeral Directors, 55 Albert Street, Newark, Notts, NG24 4BQ.  NA292926
HEPWORTH On July 25, 2006, peacefully, James William (Bill), aged 79 years. Beloved father and grandfather. Funeral service at Southwell Minster on Thursday, August 3, at 2.30pm, followed by burial. Flowers, if desired, or donations to Three Spires Day Centre, c/o D. J. Hall Funeral Directors, King Street, Southwell, Notts. NG25 0EN.  NA293027
HODGE On July 13, 2006, Dave. Now at peace, much loved and desperately missed. Lesley, Sullivan and family.  NA292634
KEMP On July 22, 2006, suddenly in Chesterfield Hospital, after a short illness, Betty, formerly of Stubton, aged 76 years. Beloved wife of Ken, dearly loved mother to Kevin and Michele and Susan and Peter, loving nanny of Laura, Amy, Harry, Hannah, Michael and Phoebe. Funeral service at Christ Church, Newark, on Wednesday, August 2, at 1pm, followed by cremation at Sherwood Forest Crematorium. Family flowers only, please. If desired, donations for the British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd.  NA292938
LEACH On July 24, 2006, passed away peacefully, Maisie, aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alfred, special mum and nanny. The funeral service to celebrate the life of Maisie will be held at St Peter's Church, Claypole, on Tuesday, August 1, at 2.30pm, followed by cremation at Grantham Crematorium. Family flowers only, please, but donations, if desired, for cancer research or Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary are being received by Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Services, Roseleigh House, Beacon Hill Road, Newark. Tel 01636 703808. At the family's request: ''dress bright and cheerful for Maisie.''  NA293038
LEACH On July 24, 2006, Maisie. Mum, you gave me so much and asked for nothing. You were loved so much and always will be. I've lost my best friend. Love, Kathryn and Paul. Special nanny to Katie, Sam, Tom, James, Kirsty, Troy, Naomi and Alicia. We will miss you Nanny. xx.  NA293029
LEACH On July 24, 2006, Maisie. My lovely mum. You are so special to me. I will love you and miss you always. xx. With love, Sue. Nanny, the best in the world, who always made us smile. Love, Hayley, Kristian and Leanne. xx.  NA293032
LEACH On July 24, 2006, Maisie. Dear Mum, at last you can rest in peace with Dad; give him our love. Forever in our thoughts. You were always there for me and now you always will be. Thank you. xxx. From Maurice, Jackie, Anna and Ashley.  NA292795
LEACH On July 24, 2006, Maisie. Thanks to my wonderful sisters Katherine and Susan for looking after our mum to the very end. Already life is so different and will never be the same again. Now Mum is with Dad and we thank you both so much for the life you gave us. Both of you rest in eternal peace. Wonderful lady, everyone's friend. Love, Maurice.  NA292797
MARUM On July 25, 2006, peacefully in Newark Hospital, Joyce Marion, aged 73 years. Loving mum of Ann and John, loved mother-in-law of Samantha and Gary, cherished grandma of Liannda, Charlotte and Emma. All inquiries to Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Services, Roseleigh House, Beacon Hill Road, Newark. Tel 01636 703808.  NA292946
MARUM On July 25, 2006, Joyce. What can be said about the best mum in the world? Always there for us, always a smile hiding the pain.
The cherished times we spent together
Are memories that will last for ever.
Daughter Ann, Garry, Liannda and Charlotte. x.
 NA293016
MARUM On July 25, 2006, Joyce.
Mam, no more pain or suffering,
You've gone to Heaven above,
You've been reunited with your friends and family,
That you've missed and loved.
Mam, our love will last for ever, John, Samantha and Emma. xxx.
 NA292974
MARUM On July 25, 2006, Joyce. Rest in peace. Deepest sympathy to Della, Ann and families. From Mac, Jo and family.  NA292922
MARUM On July 25, 2006, Joyce.
Auntie, in God's care you sleep above,
In our hearts you'll stay with love.
Rest in peace, Auntie Joyce. Love from Andrew, Jane, Julie, Julian, Sarah, Richard, Neil, Maria, James, Marie, Alice, Tasha, Lucy and Kimberley. xxx.
 NA292963
MERRIN On July 25, 2006, John, died peacefully in Newark Hospital, aged 77. Husband of Elizabeth.
Gone, yet not forgotten,
Although we are apart,
Your spirit lives within me,
Forever in my heart.
Elizabeth and his little dog Shona.
 NA292863

MERRIN On July 25, 2006, John.
We sat beside your bedside, Dad,
Our hearts were crushed and sore,
We did what we could for you,
Till we could do no more.
With tears we watched you thinking,
We saw you fade away,
And although our hearts were breaking,
We knew you could not stay,
If love could have saved you,
You would have lived for ever.
Much loved dad of Christine and Mark and father-in-law to Steven and Tasha.
 NA292880
MERRIN On July 25, 2006, John Charles, of Easthorpe, Southwell.
God saw you getting weary,
He did what He thought best,
He came and took you by the hand,
And whispered: ''It's time to rest.''
Much loved and sadly missed. Sister Lily, brother-in-law Brian, Carol, Keith and Louis, Deana and Ernest.
 NA292741
MERRIN On July 25, 2006, John.
God saw you getting weary,
He did what He thought best,
He came and took you by the hand,
And whispered: ''It's time to rest.''
Much loved grandad of Jason, Caroline, Tanya Jane, Gordon, Kirby, James, Kirsty-May and Chris, and great-grandad of Ashlee-May.
 NA292883
PARKER On July 20, 2006, Robert (Bob), aged 95 years. Dearly loved father of Pat and Tess, much loved grandad and great-grandad. Requiem Mass at Holy Trinity RC Church, Newark, today, Friday, July 28, at 11am. Our love for you will never die. Rest in peace. God bless.  NA292781
SMITH On July 9, 2006, in Bassetlaw Hospital, Worksop, Beryl Dorothy, aged 78 years. Reunited with her husband, Robert. Funeral service at Sherwood Forest Crematorium on Thursday, August 3, at 2pm. If desired, floral tributes may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd, 55 Albert Street, Newark, Notts.  NA292921
SMITH On July 9, 2006, Beryl Dorothy.
Time will pass and fade away,
But silent thoughts and memories stay.
Your friend Maddie, Pete and family.
 NA292924
TAYLOR On July 21, 2006, in Newark Hospital, Jean, aged 75 years. Much loved mum of Lee and Dawn, loving nan of Becky, Robert and Sam, and great-nan to Harvey. Reunited with Fred. Funeral service at Grantham Crematorium on Wednesday, August 2, at 11am. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, for the British Heart Foundation may be sent to E. Gill and Sons Ltd. Please wear bright colours.  NA292939
TAYLOR On July 21, 2006, Jean. Into the arms of our Lord. Goodnight and God bless, Aunty Jean. Glyn, Mandy, Jody and Robin.  NA292774
TAYLOR On July 21, 2006, Jean. My dear friend of 50 years.
God saw you getting weary,
He did what He thought best,
He came and took you by the hand,
And whispered: ''It's time to rest.''
You will always be remembered with love. May. xx.
 NA292869
WARD On July 26, 2006, suddenly at home, Charlie. Beloved husband of Christine, father of Joanne, Claire and Michael, extremely proud grandad of Luke. All inquiries to E. Gill and Sons Ltd. Tel 01636 677461.  NA293021
WARD On July 26, 2006, Charlie (Chas). Brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. A wit and humour that could never be replaced. Will be greatly missed. From Josie, Dave, Paul, Pete, Jeanette, Jeanette, Callum and Chloe. xx.  NA293019

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