Acknowledgements

BOURKE - Paddy. Vera and family would like to thank everyone for their cards, kindness and messages of sympathy following their sudden and sad loss. Special thanks to everyone who attended the funeral and sent donations in Paddy's memory for Cancer Research. Finally thank you to Rita and Brian for all their help over the past few days.

CLARKE - Annie. Annie's sister Eva and her family (Canada) would like to thank Annie's friends, who attended the service at Weymouth Crematorium and for their kindness, Captain Alan Hill for conducting the service and for the donations given to The Salvation Army Weymouth Corps in memory of Annie. They would also like to thank all the staff of Day Lewis Ward - Dorset County Hospital for all their kindness and care during Annie's stay in hospital and all the staff at Primrose Lodge. Thank you to Dennis of Stockting Funeral Service for his care with the funeral arrangements.

JOHNSON - Cyril. Evelyn and family would like to thank everyone for the donations (to Cancer Research), cards and letters of sympathy sent on the sad loss of Cyril, and to those who attended the funeral. Appreciation is also extended to Mr. Scrase, the Celebrant, for his comforting words and to Mr. Peter Cotton for the funeral arrangements and his kindness. Please accept this as a personal message of gratitude to all.

Birthdays

AMBER FEA Happy 1st Birthday. Love Mummy, Daddy, Laura, Tyler, Nanny & Grandad xxx

CHARLIE FOX Happy 7th Birthday, we love you 'Chaz' ~ Mummy, Daddy and Mitch x x x

HANNAH PRESTON Happy 4th Birthday. Love from ~ Daddy, Debbie and George x x x

IAN GRIEVE 44 Today. Lots of love from Lorraine, Leanne, Vaughan, Scott, Laura & granddaughter Leila xxx

Births

CHUTTER Welcome to the world Jacob George born on 25 February 2003. A magical birthday present for your darling sister Eleanor Rose. Well done Mathew and Amanda. With love from - Mum, Hannah, Mark, Tess and all of the family XXXX.

CROPP"Congratulations John & Lucy on the arrival of Joshua Richard. Best Wishes from all the staff at Carpet Select.

CROPP"John and Lucy (Nee Wrixon) are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Joshua Richard on 10 March. A grandson for proud grandparents Sue & Brian and Jo & Richard. Grateful thanks to the maternity staff at DCH.

FOWLER Andrew and Mari are delighted to announce the early but safe arrival of their son Joshua David, 6lbs 1oz on Thursday 6th March. A most welcome brother for Ryan.

ZOE & DAVE FOWLER Many congratulations on the birth of Maisie Eve. A lovely sister for Holly. Second grandchild for Pat and John. Our love to you all.

Coming of Age

ALEXANDER COOK Still a cutie! Happy 18th Birthday Lots of love Mum, Dad and Nick XXX

Deaths

BECHERVAISE - Gertrude May aged 89 years died peacefully on 7 March 2003. The funeral service will take place at Weymouth Crematorium on Monday 17 March at 3pm. If desired flowers may be sent or donations to Park House Amenity Fund c/o A J Wakely and Sons, 91 East Street, Bridport, Dorset. Tel: 01308 423726. Thank to the staff on the Ridgeway, Betty Highwood and Tarrant Wards and a special thanks to both staff and residents of Park House Residential Home, Martinstown for their loving care.

COONAN - Brenda. Peacefully at home on March 10th, aged 51 years, surrounded by her loving family. 'Safe in the arms of the Lord'. Funeral service at Weymouth Crematorium on Friday 14th March at 9.30am. Family flowers only, but donations if desired to either Joseph Weld & Trimar Hospice Trust or CancerCare Dorset c/o Co-operative Funeral Service, 130 Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth, DT4 0JS. Enquiries Tel: (01305) 772789

GLADWELL - Charles, Fredrick. Passed peacefully away, aged 91 years on 9th March 2003 at Montevideo Nursing home. Funeral service at 11.30am Friday 14th March at All Saints, Portland. Any further enquiries - J. W. Rose Funeral Service 01305 785832.

LENTON - Mary, Margaret. Musician and teacher, on 10th March aged 95. Funeral at All Saints, Wyke Regis 2.00pm Wednesday 19th March. No flowers please, Memorial concert to be arranged later.

MERRY - Clive. On 6th March 2003 suddenly at his home, aged 47 years. Much loved son, brother and father. Funeral service at Weymouth Crematorium on Friday 14th March at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please, but donations if wished may be sent for R.N.L.I or R.S.P.C.A c/o Grassby Funeral Service, 8 Princes Street, Dorchester, DT1 1TW. Tel: (01305) 262338

SYMES - Elizabeth Yvonne (Nee Coates-Todd). Died peacefully at home on Sunday 9 March 2003 aged 80 years. Dearly beloved wife and life long help mate to Reginald John (Reg) Symes. Funeral Service at St Osmund's Church, Osmington, on Tuesday 18 March at 11am followed by private cremation. No flowers please. Donations if desired to St Osmund's Church Refurbishment c/o Woods Funeral Service, 11a Icen Way, Dorchester, DT1 1EW. Tel: 01305 250425.

THEOBALD - Flo. An exceptional and remarkable lady, Grandma and Great Grandma, taken from us so suddenly. Your stories, humour and kindness will always be remembered and greatly missed. May you rest in peace now. We will miss you so much. All our love forever ~ Jacky, Ian, George and Abigail.

THEOBALD - Florence. A lovely lady with a wonderful sense of humour and a big heart. Reunited with Dad and Brian. A dearly loved Mum-in-law who will be missed so much. Love always ~ Tessa.

THEOBALD - Florence. Do not weep, but give thanks. The Lord's voice whispered, "come take my hand". Just gone to sleep, and not away, for in our hearts she will always stay. From Ann, Keith and family.

THEOBALD - Grandma who will be sorely missed. All our love ~ James & Alison.

In Memoriam

LEWIS - Alice. Precious memories of our lovely mum. 1904 - 1957. Always in our hearts. ~ Molly, Lily and Geoff.

NUTMAN - Hilda. Remembering a dear mum and nan, loved and missed always. Love - Peggy, Alan & boys xxx