Family Announcements, births, marriages, deaths, obituaries and in memoriam from Dorset

ROB FITZGERALD and ELLA-LOUISE JONES Would like to announce the safe arrival of Jack Michael Fitzgerald born on 29th August . Many thanks to Hilary and team at the Bridges, also lots of thanks to everyone at DCH for all the fantastic care received and special thanks to Kelly for being there to welcome Jack x

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ALFIE COLE ELLIS Congratulations to Sal, Mike, Dylan and Riley on the safe arrival of Alfie on 3rd September. Much love Mum and Dad

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SAMANTHA COX HAPPY 18th BIRTHDAY Have a good party! Love Mum, Dad, Stephen and Becky xxxx

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SANDRA HAYNE Sandie passed away peacefully and with great dignity, after a very long illness, in the Joseph Weld Hospice on 10th September 2009, aged 57 years. Much loved wife of Mick, a loving mum to Annette and Nikki and special "Nan Sandie" to her grandchildren. Sandie's Funeral Service will take place at Weymouth Crematorium on Tuesday 22nd September at 12:15pm Please dress informally. Family flowers only please, donations may be given to Weldmar Hospicecare Trust and sent c/o Dennis Mould at Stockting Funeral Service, 22 Crescent Street, Weymouth, DT4 7BX. Tel: (01305) 785915.

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PETER THOMAS Formerly of Ansty Passed peacefully away at home on 10th September 2009, after a long illness bravely borne. Devoted husband of Kay, much loved father of Caroline and David and a dear grandad of Jessica and Katie. Will also be greatly missed by Paul, Debbie, family and friends. Peter's Funeral Service will take place at St Andrew's Church, Melcombe Horsey (Binghams Melcombe) on Tuesday 22nd September at 11.30am, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu may be given for Marie Curie Cancer Care and Cancer Research UK (by cheque made payable to Woods Funeral Service) and sent to 11a Icen Way, Dorchester, DT1 1EW. Tel: (01305) 250425

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JOY WINWOOD Passed away suddenly but peacefully, aged 88, on 4th September at her home. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Her funeral service will take place at St Andrew's Church, Preston on Friday 25th September at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please, but if desired, donations for 'Julias House' may be sent to Cotton & Son, Milton House, 1 Milton Road, Weymouth, DT4 0AZ. Enquiries Tel: (01305) 76 76 76

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LAWRENCE CARNEY "LARRY" Has passed peacefully in Whitway House on 13th September aged 70 years. Much loved dad of Anna and Mark, treasured grandad of Eva, Kira and James. He will be greatly missed. Larry's funeral will be held at Weymouth Crematorium Chapel on Friday 18th September at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired may be made payable for Royal British Legion (Portland) and sent by cheque only c/o Co-operative Funeralcare, 130 Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth, DT4 0JS. Tel: (01305) 772789.

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GORDON & CAROLINE WAKEFORD (née Steel) Congratulations! Can't believe that 25 years has passed since that baby-faced boy married our beautiful Lalline. We are extremely proud and love you both very much. Mum & Dad, the bridesmaids Suzy and Cate, your daughters Emily and Sophie and the rest of the family. x0X0x

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MIKE & TERESA DAY Congratulations on your Silver Wedding Anniversary! Wishing you many more happy years together. Love and best wishes from all the family. xxx

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