ANDREWS/BEATTIE - Scott and Beth are excited to announce the arrival of Grace Dana. Born April 14^th, 2004, 9 lbs., 13 ozs. The proud family includes great great-grandmother Josephine Finn, great-grandparents William (Tommy) Thomas, Helen O'Leary, Alice Andrews, grandparents Cheryl Beattie, Dawn and Jeff Levitz, Peter and Judy Andrews, aunts Tamsin, Kate and Gill.
May 15, 2004

BARTLETT/BOLAND - Born to Janet and Kirk on April 21, 2004 at 6:20 a.m., a beautiful baby girl, Annabelle Sydney Bartlett, a baby sister for Taylor. Proud grandparents are Ed and Madonna Farrell of Torbay, Kevin and Loretta Bartlett of Glovertown. Great-grandparents are Josephine and the late Philip Field of Torbay, Mildred and the late Sydney Bartlett of Rattling Brook, Eddie and the late Rita Hamlyn of Twillingate. Also, Aunt Chrissy, Uncle Jason and Aunt Sherri. Special thanks to nurse Karen Fanning and the Janeway NICU.
June 12, 2004

BENNETT - It is with great joy that Logan and Kristina (Murphy) announce the safe arrival of their precious little angel Abigail Emma. Abigail arrived on April 22, 2004 at 8:57 A.M., weighing 8 lbs., 4 ounces. Welcoming Abigail are first time grandparents James and Ruth Bennett of Lawn, Monica Murphy of Mount Pearl, and Wayne Simon of Stephenville, as well as great-grandparents in Stephenville. To all of our family and friends, thank you so much for all your love and support. Special thanks to the nurses at the James Paton Memorial Hospital in Gander and Dr. Crane at the maternal fetal assessment unit in St. John's. Extra special greetings are extended from Casey.
11/06/04

BURT/SAMSON - Derek, Nancy and big brother Aiden are proud to announce the birth of their beautiful baby girl. Maggie Olivia was born at the Women's Health Centre on April 3, 2004 weighing 9 lbs 2 oz. She is welcomed with love by grandparents Lloyd and Linda Samson of St. John's and Delores Burt of Britannia and also by Grandpa Burt who is looking down from heaven. Aiden would like to thank to Grandma, Nana & Grandpy for taking such good care of him during and after Maggie's birth. We are also grateful to Dr. Lacelle for her outstanding prenatal care.
June 12, 2004

BYRD/KEARLEY - Trista and Norman are very proud to announce the arrival of their first child, a baby girl, Madison Trista Johnna, 8 lbs. 11 oz., on 20/04/04 at the HSC. Proud 1^st time grandparents Phil and Mary Kearley of Mount Pearl and a 1^st granddaughter for Will and Carolann Byrd of Paradise. 1^st time great-grandparents are Jack and Cecilia Parsons, Southern Hr. and Bob and Vera Kearley, English Hr. East; also great-grandparents Roy and Marg Bolt, English Hr. East, Mary Alice and Freeman Byrd of Marystown; 1st time great-great grandmother Margaret Byrd, residing at the Blue Crest Home, Grand Bank. 1^st time uncles, Jonathan and Mark. 1^st time aunt, Terri Lynn; a large circle of great uncles, great aunts and cousins. A very special thanks to the nurses of the maternity 5^th Floor HSC, also Dr. Michelle Suga and the caseroom nurses of the 3^rd floor HSC for the safe arrival of Madison.
May 01, 2004

CAREW/WALSH - Michelle and Mike wish to announce that Maggie Elizabeth has arrived. She was born on April 1, 2004, at 4:37 a.m. Anna, age 5, and Alexander, age 3, are thrilled to have a baby sister. Her grandparents, Ray and Evelyn Walsh, and Ann and Albert Carew, have been a tremendous help. Maggie shares her name with her great-grandmother, Maggie Noonan in Bay de Verde. Love comes also from her great-great-aunt, Sister Theresa Keys. Michelle and Mike thank all their family and friends who were kind enough to call, send along gifts, visit, babysit, etc. Your support is never taken for granted. Thank you to Dr. Lacelle, resident Theo, and nurse Darlene for helping to bring Maggie into the world.
April 10, 2004

CHAPMAN - It's a boy! Ken and Dana (nee Woolridge) are proud to announce the early, safe arrival of their precious son, BRICE HERBERT, at Calgary Foothills Hospital on Thursday, April 22, 2004, at 2:47 p.m., 19" in length and weighing 6 lbs. Fourth grandchild for Beverly and David Woolridge and third grandchild for Joan Chapman. Granddaddy Herbert Chapman sends blessings from above. Special welcome from canine brother Brodie, aunts, uncles and cousins.
May 01, 2004

CLARKE/HALLIDAY - Mark, Nicole and big brother Christopher are delighted to announce the arrival of their darling daughter and baby sister Emma Nicole. Born at HSC on April 27, 2004 at 8:48 a.m., weighing 10 lbs., 1½ ozs. First time grandparents Hayward and Rose Halliday and second grandchild for Nancy Gulliver. A special thanks to Dr. Seviour and staff also to the staff of the NICU for their exceptional care and support.
July 17, 2004

CLOUTER/NEWHOOK - Barry and Jennifer are unbelieveably excited and proud to announce the safe arrival of their first child, the wonderful and amazing Maximilian Vallis John, born April 16, 2004, weighing 9 lbs. 2 ozs. Proud grandparents are Maynard and Eleanor Clouter, Nanny Alverna Newhook and Angel Poppy. Especially excited are cousins Sam, Ben and Kathleen Newhook, Auntie Soonie, Auntie LeighAnn and Uncles John and Paul. Thank you to Dr. Miller and all the staff in the caseroom, and to the new Daddy a huge hug and kiss for your unending love and unwavering support.
July 24, 2004

CLUETT/FLIGHT - Albert (Jr.), Nicholle and Big Sister Vanessa are proud to announce the safe arrival of Kelly Elizabeth on April 12, 2004, weighing 7 lbs. 8 ozs., at the HSC in St. John's. Proud grandparents and Charles and Mary Flight of Paradise and Albert Cluett (Sr.) of Tilting, Fogo Island. Special thanks to Dr. Penton and Dr. Pike for their prenatal care and also to Dr. Kum and all caseroom staff, and nurses on 5NB for their excellent care.
June 26, 2004

COOK/WHITE - Craig, Margaret and big sister Erin are thrilled to announce the arrival of Laura Jo-Anne born April 20, 2004. Laura was born at 11:58 p.m. at Markham Stouffville Hospital in Markham, Ontario and weighed 8 lbs. 3 ozs. Proud grandparents are Eric and Jean White of St. John's and Jo-Anne Cook of Scarborough, Ontario.
June 05, 2004

COOMBS/POWER - Vince and Leslie are thrilled to announce the arrival of their beautiful baby girl, Ella Mae, born April 17, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 9½ ozs. Ella is welcomed by proud grandparents Anita, Ann and France Coombs, and Evelyn Power with Poppy Power smiling down from heaven. Special thanks to Dr. Halley and Dr. Kravitz for excellent prenatal care. Thank you also to the doctors and nurses at the WHC especially Caseroom nurse Robyn.
June 19, 2004

CULLETON - A Girl! Keith & Michelle are delighted to announce the birth of their first child Mickayla Violet Margaret Culleton, born April 4^th, 2004, weighing 8 lbs., 11 oz. Proud grandparents Les Culleton & Shirley Follett, William & Eva Skanes. Words cannot express our thanks to Dr. P. Roche and Dr. J. Fitzgerald and their office staff for your unsurpassed pre-natal care. Thank you to all nurses from the Pre-Natal Home Support Program who allowed Mom to say home prior to delivery for seven weeks. A special thank-you to caseroom nurse Connie McLeod and Dr. Kravitz for a wonderful delivery, also staff of 5NB. Our heartfelt gratitude is extended to our amazing family, friends and co-workers. Your many kindnesses and support have been overwhelming. Thanks also to Aunt Joanne and Daddy for their caseroom support. Michelle and Mickayla especially thank Daddy for the extra care and attention including cooking, cleaning, etc. You'd make a wonderful nurse, as you already are a great teacher.
April 24, 2004

DIOTTE - Rebecca Diotte is a "Big Sister"! Congratulations to Corinne (Payne) and Michel Diotte of St. Eustache, Quebec, on the birth of their precious son Alex, weighing 8 lbs. 4 ozs., April 14, 2004. First grandson for Ross Payne (Pat), St. John's and Pat Oldford (Gordon), Gambo.
April 17, 2004

DYKE/EDWARDS - Welcome Baby Boy!!! Alison and Derrick are thrilled to welcome to their family baby boy Patrick Joseph, born on April 27^th at 12:04 a.m. at the HSC and weighing 9 lbs., 9 oz. Patrick has charmed first time grandparents Isabell and Allister Dyke of CBS and Mary Edwards of St. John's as well as his Aunt Angela and Uncles James, Darrell and Shawn. A very special thank you to all of the nurses and doctors in the Caseroom, especially Dr. J. Lacelle and Dr. J. Seviour, as well as the nursing staff of 5NB who took care of us during our extended hospital stay.
June 12, 2004

DYKE - Don and Leigh (nee Morton) and big sister Julianna are happy to welcome sweet Molly Christina to the world. She made her speedy appearance on April 8, 2004, at 7 lbs. 8 ozs. Giddy grandparents are Sylvia and Ken Rowsell, Deborah and David Whelan, Greg Morton and Karen Petersen, and Don Sr. and Michelle Dyke. Much love and appreciation to all of them for their never ending love and support.
May 22, 2004

EASTMAN - It is with great joy that Renessa and James announce the safe arrival of their precious little girl, Sophia Elizabeth Eastman. Sophia arrived on April 1^st, 2004 at 4:16 p.m., weighing 7 pounds, 9.5 ounces. Welcoming Sophia are first time grandparents Mike and Mary Careen of St. Bride's and Marjorie Eastman of Gambo, with Poppy Eastman watching carefully over everyone from heaven. To all of our family and friends, thank you so much for all your love and support. Special thanks to Dr. Roche for her wonderful prenatal care. A big thank you to Lorraine, the caseroom nurse, for your guidance and understanding.
08/07/04

FROUDE - Sheridan, Lisa (Pike) and Big Sisters Leah and Heidi are thrilled to announce the arrival of their little boy, Alex Irvin, born at the HSC Saturday, April 24, 2004 at 12:22 a.m. weiging 8 lbs. 4½ ozs. Proud grandparents are Chesley and Maisie Pike of Paradise and Irvin and Gaylene Froude of Lewisporte. Special thanks to Dr. Jeffrey White for all his care and very special thank you to Daddy for all his love and support.
May 08, 2004

GOODYEAR - Ryan is thrilled to announce the safe arrival of his new baby brother, Benjamin Blake, born on April 14, 2004, weighing 7 lbs., 6 ozs. Parents are Sheila Goodyear (nee Blake) and Melvin Goodyear. Ben is also welcomed by Nanny Blake, Nanny & Poppy Goodyear and smiling down from heaven is Poppy Blake. Special thanks to Dr. Jeff White, Dr. Kum and all the fabulous nurses of 5NB. Mommy also wishes to thank all of her FAMILY and FRIENDS for their unconditional love and support.
08/28/04

GORMAN/NATSHEH - Proud parents Jennifer and David welcome to the world their precious son Evan David, born April 3, 2004, weighing 7 lbs, 13½ ozs. Evan is welcomed by many relatives and friends, including grandparents Gary and Cynthia Gorman, and Ishaq & Elizabeth Natsheh. A special thank you to Dr. Patrick O'Shea and the staff of the HSC, especially the nursing staff of the Case Room and 5NB.
April 24, 2004

HIGDON/SQUIBB - Jim, Nancy (Higdon) and big sister Emma are thrilled to announce the arrival of their precious new baby, Sara. Sara Nancy Florence arrived on April 25, 2004, weighing 9 lbs. 8 oz. at the Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. Proud grandparents are Norman and Florence Higdon (Clarenville); Linda and the late James Squibb (Carbonear); and great-grandmother Lillian Squibb. Special thanks to Dr. Chaytor, Dr. Okon and OBS staff for their excellent care.
June 05, 2004

MACKEY (nee Moakler) - Sarah and Daniella are proud to announce the arrival of their little brother Michael Patrick on April 5, 2004, weighing 9 lbs., 6 oz., at the Health Sciences Centre. Delighted parents are Jeff & Lou-Anne. Welcoming grandparents are Ron & Ruby Mackey and Judy Moakler. Thanks to all who helped us welcome our precious addition.
10/02/04

MACKEY - Corry and Trina (nee Janes) are proud to announce the safe arrival of a baby girl. Laura Elizabeth born April 8, 2004, 2:01 p.m., weighing in at 6 lbs., 11 oz. Proud grandparents are Robert & Doris Mackey and Bill & Ruth Janes. Thank you to Dr. Halley, Dr. Tennent & Dr. Roche. Special thanks to caseroom nurses Charlene Bradbury & Joan Dalton. Laura would like to give an extra special thank you to Debbie Purcell for being such a good friend to Mommy while waiting for me to arrive.
April 17, 2004

MAHONEY - Big sister Nikita is very excited to announce the birth of her baby brother Nathan Wade Leo born April 8, 2004 at 4:07 P.M., weighing 7 lbs., 2 oz. Proud parents Charlene and Don. Proud grandparents Wade Coffin, Lorraine Kennedy, Rose & Leo Mahoney. Aunts Glenda, Jean, Sherry & Rosalyn. Uncles Leo, A.J. & Timmy. Mommy would like to especially say thank you to Daddy and Nanny Kennedy for all their love and support during labor and delivery.
02/26/05

MAWHINNEY/REID - Heather and Kevin are overjoyed to announce the birth of their daughter, Sarah May Mawhinney, on April 26 in Ottawa. Sarah is welcomed by family and friends, especially Nanny and Poppy Reid (Emma and Gilbert Reid, Mount Pearl), Aunt Karen and Uncle Mike (McCormack, Fort McMurray, AB), Uncle Gilbert, Aunt Jackie, and cousins Nicholas and Frances (Reid, St. John s), and Uncle Richard, Aunt Mary Ann, and cousins Amanda, Brittany and Will (Kirkvold, Cranbrook, BC). Grandma Hanover, Grandpa Mawhinney and Uncle Mason (Mawhinney) send their love from heaven.
May 29, 2004

McGRATH/MEANEY - Pat and Kristen are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Patrick Albert Timothy on April 24, 2004. Also welcoming Patrick are grandparents Albert and Leona Meaney and Pad and Helen McGrath, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. Special thanks to Dr. H. Kravitz, and the doctors and nurses at the caseroom and 5^th floor of the HSC.
July 10, 2004

McGRATH - Curtis & Nancy (Pike) are delighted to announce the safe arrival of their precious baby boy, Kurt Patrick, born April 16, 2004, weighing 6 lbs. 5 oz. Kurt is welcomed by grandparents James & Esther Pike of Mt. Carmel & proud first-time grandparents Cyril & Ellen McGrath of St. Bride's. Special thanks to Dr. Jeff White for excellent prenatal care & delivery, case room nurse Paula & all staff of 5NB. Also, special thanks to Daddy for his care & support, and for being such a wonderful coach. XO.
June 12, 2004

O'CONNELL - Phil and Lisa (nee Gallagher) are very proud to announce the safe arrival of their precious baby girl, Abigayle Joan Hannah, on April 2, 2004, at 1:40 p.m., weighing 6 lbs. 7½ ozs. Proud grandmothers are Joan Gallagher and Hannah O'Connell. Watching over Abigayle are her angels Doug Gallagher, Thomas O'Connell Sr., Thomas O'Connell Jr., Brian and Eugene. Special thanks to Dr. Cherry Pike, Michelle, Caseroom staff, especially Lorna and staff of 5NB at the HSC. Mommy would like to thank Daddy, and her family and friends for their support while waiting for Abigayle to arrive.
May 01, 2004

O'KEEFE/WINSOR - Barry and Karen (O'Keefe) and big sister Haley are thrilled to announce the arrival of their precious son and brother, William Grant, born at the Health Sciences Centre, April 25, 2004, weighing 6 lbs. Proud grandparents are Philip and Agnes O'Keefe and Bill and Daphne Winsor. Sincere thanks to Dr. Cherry Pike for her excellent prenatal care and to Dr. Terry O'Grady, Dr. K. Aziz, Robin Beaudry R.N., and to Corinne Bursey R.N. for her guidance and support. Gratitude is extended to caseroom, neo-natal and obstetrical staff for a safe arrival and excellent care during our stay.
June 05, 2004

O'NEILL - Steven, Lisa (Pittman) and big brother Jesse are happy to announce the birth of their precious daughter and sister. Ella Mae arrived at 9:49 a.m. on Easter Sunday, April 11, 2004 at the Women's Health Centre and weighed 8 lbs. 3 oz. Welcoming Ella with love are her grandparents Keith and Lorraine O'Neill and Hazel and Kevin Warr. Smiling down upon Ella from heaven is Poppy Frederick Pittman. Kind thanks to Dr. Patrick O'Shea for the second time for his wonderful prenatal care and delivery. Special thanks to nurse Robyn Beaudry for her superb care in the caseroom. A heartfelt thank you to dear friends Tanya and Eric Sala for their continued friendship and support. Mommy, Daddy and Jesse extend their deepest gratitude to Grandma and Grandad O'Neill for their kindness and love always, but especially over the past nine months - we love you very much. Mommy and Ella also thank Daddy for being such a loving coach.
July 03, 2004

O'REILLY - John, Kim (nee Hickey) & big brother Sam, of St. John's, are delighted to announce the arrival of their sweet baby girl Caroline Josephine on Sunday, April 4, 2004 at 12:30 p.m., weighing 5 lbs., 8 oz. Proud grandparents are Joseph & Hazel O'Rielly, St. John's and John & Evelyn Hickey, Terrenceville. A special thank you to Dr. Lacelle & the caseroom staff.
May 15, 2004

PETERS - Keith, Renee (Sutton), Nathan and Hayley are thrilled to announce the arrival of our little boy, Alex Keith, born April 2, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 13 ozs. Proud grandparent are Wallace and Laura Sutton and Douglas and Marilyn Peters. Also, great-grandparents Joseph Croke and Gertrude Peters. Special thanks to Drs. Halley, Pike, Butler and Bartellas and the excellent care given by the nurses in the caseroom and on 5NB at the HSC.
08/14/04

POWER/BENSON - Tim and Jennifer are thrilled to announce the birth of their son, Thomas James, who was born at the Women's Health Centre on Thursday, April 1, 2004, weighing 6 lbs. 14 oz. Thomas is welcomed by many relatives and friends, including grandparents Daphne Benson (the late Donald Benson), Annetta Power (the late George Power), and great-grandmother Mildred Osmond. A special thank you to Dr. Sarah Healey for excellent prenatal care, and to Daddy and Aunt Liz for outstanding help in the caseroom.
08/07/04

PUTT - Terry, Susan (Bradbury) and big brother Jesse are so excited to announce the arrival of their baby boy, Jaedon Michael, born April 30, 2004 at 9:05 a.m., weighing 9 lbs., 2 ozs. Proud grandparents are Jim and Jeanette Bradbury and Terry and Shirley Putt. Special thanks to Dr. Kravitz for fantastic prenatal care and delivery. We have been truly blessed with both our little boys!
May 15, 2004

REYNOLDS - Born to Maria (Carew) and Dan in Nashua, New Hampshire, a precious baby boy, Christian James on April 2, 2004, weighing 7 lbs. 5 oz. Elated grandparents, Jim & Winnie Carew of St. John's and Gordon & Marie Louise Reynolds of London, ON.
April 10, 2004

ROWE - Dean, Nadine (Smith) and big brother Isaac are pleased to announce the arrival of Colin Shawn on April 9, 2004 at 5:36 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. 5 oz. Proud grandparents are Hayward and Loretta Smith and Levi and Elizabeth Rowe, both of Chance Cove. Proud great-grandparents are Cecil and Ruby Hull of Twillingate. Special thanks to Dr. O'Shea for his excellent prenatal care and for getting to the caseroom so quickly, and to caseroom and 5NB staff. Very special thanks to NICU staff for taking special care of our little angel, you are amazing people. There is nothing like the pride and joy of holding in your arms the miracle of life
May 08, 2004

RUSSELL - Sean and Krista are delighted to announce the arrival of their beautiful daughter, Caitlin Margaret, born April 7, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 6 ozs. Many thanks to Dr. Tina Delaney and caseroom staff. Special thanks to grandparents, family and friends for their love and support.
June 05, 2004

SANTUCCIONE - Dan and Cathy (nee Newhook) are excited to announce the arrival of Jada Mei Li. Jada was born on April 7, 2003, in Hubei Prov. China. Proud grandparents are Robert and Sylvia Newhook of St. John's and the Late Danny and Dorothy Santuccione, also of St. John's. Thank you to our large circle of family and friends for their enthusiasm and support (especially all the aunties) and to grandad for making the trip to China extra special.
08/28/04

SMITH/ROWE - Dean, Nadine (Smith) and big brother Isaac are pleased to announce the arrival of Colin Shawn on April 9, 2004 at 5:36 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. 5 oz. Proud grandparents are Hayward and Loretta Smith and Levi and Elizabeth Rowe, both of Chance Cove. Proud great-grandparents are Cecil and Ruby Hull of Twillingate. Special thanks to Dr. O'Shea for his excellent prenatal care and for getting to the caseroom so quickly, and to caseroom and 5NB staff. Very special thanks to NICU staff for taking special care of our little angel, you are amazing people. There is nothing like the pride and joy of holding in your arms the miracle of life
May 08, 2004

STANLEY/VICKERS - Proud parents, Darryl and Karen, are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a precious baby girl. Emily Catherine was born on April 6, 2004, weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. Proud grandparents are Carlson and Yvonne Stanley, Kilbride, Chris and Florence Vickers, Witless Bay, and great-grandmother Muriel Chafe of Petty Harbour. A special thank you to Dr. Tennent for his pre-natal care and the staff of the HSC, especially the nursing staff of the Caseroom and 5NB.
May 01, 2004