ALYWARD - Benjamin David - Dave and Kathy (White) Alyward of Manuels are pleased to announce the birth of their first child, Benjamin David, on March 25, 2004. Thanks to Nanny and Poppy White of Hr. Grace for taking such good care of Mommy and to Nanny and Grandad Alyward of Grand Falls-Windsor for all their help. Special thanks to Drs. Gill, Pike and Proctor.
June 26, 2004

ASPELL - Mark and Jennifer (nee Carey) are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child. Their beautiful daughter, Heidi Rebecca, was born March 28, 2004 @ 3:53 p.m. weighing 8 lbs. 4 ozs. Proud grandparents are Martin and Bernadette Aspell, Admiral's Cove, Janet and Larry Lundrigan, Witless Bay and Alban and Maria Carey, Cuba. Great-grandparents are Mary Aspell, Lawrence and Caroline Carey and Jack Carey. Thanks to Dr. Wade Mercer, Dr. Erica House and nurse Regina McGrath. Special thanks to Daddy and Nanny for coaching Mommy and lots of hugs and kisses to Daddy for all his love and support. Happy 1^st Father's Day.
June 19, 2004

ASHFORD - Eric & Cornelia (Snook) are pleased to announce the birth of their beautiful little girl. Kiana Cornelia born Monday, March 29, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. the the Health Sciences Centre, weighing 7 lbs. 7¾ oz. Tickled pink are first time grandparents, Manuel & Goretta Snook and Tom & Effie Ashford of Harbour Breton. Extra special greetings from Aunt Cynthia and Uncle Matthew. Many special thanks to Dr. Kum and all the caseroom doctors and nurses, especially nurse Darlene. Kiana and mommy would also like to say an extra special thank you daddy for all his patience and love and to Nanny Snook for her wonderful support in the caseroom.
April 03, 2004

BAKER/EARLES - Jeff, Sharon and big brother Joshua are thrilled to announce the new addition to their family. Baby girl Lauren Jessie was born March 26, 2004 at the W.H.C. of St. John's, weighing 8 lbs. 10½ oz. Proud grandparents are Bill and Shirley Earles of St. John's and Eli and Velma Baker of Goobies. Also welcoming Lauren is a large circle of family and friends. Many thanks go out to the nurses of the P.H.C.S. and the M.F.A.U., especially Donna and Connie. Many thanks also to the nurses and doctors of the caseroom and the nurses of 5NB for their wonderful care. We would also like to extend a great big thank you to Dr. Crane and her staff for exceptional care during this pregnancy and a joyous delivery. Mommy would also like to thank daddy and the many family and friends who were very supportive and helped out during her pregnancy. We thank God for our "Little Princess".
April 10, 2004

BARRINGTON - Oh what a surprise! John and Tara (Kiss) are thrilled to announce the early and safe arrival of precious baby Anna Marie on March 6, 2004, at 6:56 p.m. weighing 6 lbs, 3 ozs. Anna is welcomed by a loving circle of family and friends including proud grandparents Gordon and Jackie Kiss and John and Kay Barrington. An extra special thank you to Dr. O'Shea and nurse Robyn Beaudry for their exceptional care and safe delivery, and to all the nurses in the caseroom and 5NB for their help during our hospital stay. Mommy and Anna want to send hugs and kisses to Daddy for all his love and support.
March 13, 2004

BAVIS/SCOTT - It is with great pride & joy that Bill & Tracy announce the safe arrival of Liam Scott born March 19, 2003, weighing 7 lbs. 10 ozs. Proud grandparents Bill & Mary Bavis, Anne Scott & Robin Cook, David Scott & Maxine Russell, Great Nan Scott & Holly all share in our happiness. Thank you to Drs. Furlong, Geumi and Bartellas, caseroom staff and the nurses of 5NB. A special thank you to Dr. Roche for all your care and to our family and friends for your love and support.
March 20, 2004

BENNETT - Big sisters Catherine and Laura are delighted to announce the arrival of their precious baby sister, Emily Gail, born on March 22, 2004 at 6:58 p.m., weighing 7 lbs. 9.5 oz. Proud parents Philip and Gail (Foley); grandparents Michael Foley, St. John's, Frank and Betty Bennett, Holyrood. Thank you to Dr. Bartellas and the caseroom staff especially Regina and Paula for their care. Special thanks to daddy for his love and support.
May 08, 2004

BENNETT - Dwayne and Jill (Rideout) are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, Adam Dana, born Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at 8:32 a.m., weighing 8 lbs., 15¾ oz. Proud first time grandparents are Leonard and Patricia Rideout of St. John's and Milton and Iris Bennett of Big Bonne Bay Pond. Thank you to Dr. Cherry Pike, Dr. John Collingwood, and the nurses and medical staff in the case room at the HSC, especially Cathy. Extra special thanks to family for their love and support.
April 24, 2004

BETTS - Jeanette Lawlor and Shaun Betts are delighted to announce the early but safe arrival of their first child, Rogan Matthew Betts, on March 18, 2004, weighing 6 lbs. 8 oz. Equally delighted are third time grandparents Millie and Frank Lawlor, St. John's, NL and first time grandparents Laureen and Bob Betts and great-grandmother Eleanor Graham, Westville, NS. Also sharing in our joy are Uncle Mark, Aunt Patricia and cousins Natasha and Maria in Springdale, NL, and Uncle Graham and Aunt Dawn in Westville, NS. Special thanks to Drs. Ripley, Lacelle, O'Shea, O'Grady, Forward and Howse.
April 03, 2004

BRIDGER - "Better late than never!" Trevor and Rhonda (nee Cole) are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their first child, Liam James, weighing 7 lbs., 8 oz, born March 27^th, 2004 at 11:10 p.m., just in time for Uncle Troy's birthday! Very proud grandparents are Leo and Lorraine Cole, and Amos and Pat Bridger. Rhonda would like to send a special thank you to Trevor, "Grammy" Cole, and Nurse Lorna for all their support during the big event. I couldn't have done it without you!
09/11/04

BUNLEON - Marie and Christopher are delighted to announce the arrival of their precious son, Miguel Mulchay Bunleon. Miguel was born March 5, 2004, weighing 7 lbs. 12 oz. Proud grandmothers are Agnes Mulcahy of Cape Broyle and Dafrosa K. Bunleon of St. John's. Thanks to Dr. Tennent for his prenatal care. Thanks to caseroom nurse Regina Hodder and Dr. Scevior and a special thanks to caseroom nurse Karen Fanning for all her expertise and support during labor and delivery. Also a thank you to the nurses of 5NB at the HSC.
March 20, 2004

BURKE - Dion and Rhoda (nee Burke) are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a beautiful baby girl, LAURA MARY, on March 8, 2004, weighing 9 lbs. 7 ozs. Laura is welcomed by a large circle of family and friends including proud grandparents Gerry and Clara Burke and William and Helen Crawley, great-grandmothers Isabelle Kielly and Bernadette Stamp and great-aunt Mary Burke. Many thanks to Dr. Kravitz, Dr. Kum, Dr. House and the caseroom nurses especially Darlene, Karen and Denise. Mommy and Laura would also like to say a very special thank you to Daddy and Nanny Burke for their love and support during the delivery.
May 01, 2004

BUTT - Keith and Dorothy (Goodwin) are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their first child, Ryan Keith, born on 18^th March 2004, weighing 6 lbs. 2 ozs. Ryan is the first grandchild for Ivy Goodwin of Hant's Harbour and the third grandchild for Eben and Mildred Butt of Victoria. Ryan is also the first nephew for Aunt Rene. Thank you to Dr. Bartellas, his team and the nurses of the caseroom and 5NB. Also, Mommy would like to thank Daddy and friend Heather for their support during the delivery.
April 24, 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; 1^st 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

CAINES - Dion & Denise (Willar) are thrilled to announce the birth of their precious son, Lucas Carman, born Sunday, March 14, 2004, 6 lbs. 5.2 ozs at the HSC. Proud grandparents are Lee & Marg Caines of Port Aux Choix, Laurie & Claire Willar of Paradise. Special thanks to Dr. Howse, Nurse Juanita and the staff of 5NB.
March 27, 2004

CARTER - Christine (nee Miller) and Paul proudly announce the early but safe arrival of our twin boys, born March 24, 2004. Christopher Paul, 4.1 and Nicholas Woodrow, 5.5. Proud grandparents Marg and Sam Carter, Witless Bay, Joan and Dermot Conway, St. John's. Very special thanks to Drs. Pike and Kum. Also, thanks to Drs. O'Grady, Delaney, Kamera, Daley, Norris and H. Rees, R.N. To the doctors and nurses of the NICU thank you for the superior care you all gave our sons. Thanks to all our family and friends for their support.
09/25/04

CASE - Garrett (September 5, 2000), along with Mom and Dad Rochelle (Finn) and Wallace, welcomes with loving arms his baby brother, Griffin Nicholas, born March 11, 2004, weighing 7 lbs. 12 ozs. Thanks to Dr. M. Wagoner for taking such good care of Mom, and Dr. Patricia Roche and caseroom staff for a healthy delivery.
June 26, 2004

CUMMINS - Terence and Doreen (nee Dobbin) are pleased to announce the arrival of their son, Tristan Andrew, on March 8, 2004, weighing 9 lbs., 11 oz at the Ottawa General. Also welcoming Tristan are Big brother Jordan James, Proud Grandparents Sylvia & Trevor Cummins of Ottawa; Theresa (and the late James) Dobbin of St. Mary's Bay; Proud Great-Grandparents Iva Dibkin of Ottawa and Joseph Ryan of St. Mary's Bay.
July 17, 2004

DAWE - Clifford and Kimberly proud to announce the birth of our son, Calvin Edward, born March 17, 2004, at the Health Science Center, weighing in at 10 lbs. They would also like to wish their first born son, C.J., a Happy 1^st Birthday on March 14, also coming from big brother Josh and big sister Kelsey.
March 13, 2004

DILLON - Paul and Jennifer (King) are overjoyed to announce the birth of their precious baby girl. Molli Rose was born on March 10, 2004 at the Rockyview Hospital, Calgary, Alberta. Welcoming Molli is a very excited big sister Victoria Power, as well as grandparents Douglas and Rosalind King, Jerome and Joyce Dillon, along with a large circle of friends and family. Mommy and Molli would like to say a very special thank you to Daddy for all his loving care and support.
May 15, 2004

DUNPHY / MERCER - Jason and Jeannie (Mercer) along with sisters Alysha, Heidi and Kiera joyously announce the safe, early arrival of Eli Alexander Mercer on March 8, 2004. Loving grandparents are Mary and (the late) Alex Dunphy, Corner Brook, and Lorraine and Doug Mercer, St. John's. Truly God's Miracle
April 17, 2004

EARLE - Trevor, Tammy (Power) and big brother Alex are elated to announce the birth of Sarah Colleen who was born at the Women's Health Centre on March 29, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 11 ozs. Sarah is welcomed by many relatives and friends, including grandparents Annetta Power (the late George Power) and William and Mable Earle. A special thank you to Drs. Marie O'Dea, Pat Roche, and Erica Howse for excellent pre-natal care, and to the staff of 5NB, especially Corinne Bursey, for superb care during Tammy and Sarah's hospital stay.
April 10, 2004

FIELD/HYDE - Darryl and Lisa are thrilled to announce the early but safe arrival of their precious baby girl Lauren Brooke. She was born on March 23, 2004, at 7:13 p.m. weighing 4 lbs. Proud grandparents are Hedley and Clara Field of Cook's Harbour and Gerard and Ruth Hyde of Mount Pearl. Special thanks to the staff at the Janeway NICU for their care and support. Thank-you to Dr. Kravitz and Dr. McGrath for their prenatal care and to the caseroom nurses for their support and guidance.
June 26, 2004

GATHERALL - Michael & Heidi (Moore) & big sisters: Claire & Bridget are thrilled to announce the birth of Jane Eilish, born March 21, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 10 ozs. Proud grandparents are Dorothy Moore, Paradise & Mike & Rosemary Gatherall, Bay Bulls & great-grandmother Mary Elizabeth Gatherall, Bauline. Thank you to all the doctors & staff of the HSC, as well as family & friends, for making Jane's entrance into the world so safe, welcoming & joyful.
April 17, 2004

GLYNN/SCHMITZ - Terry & Janice are thrilled to announce the arrival of their first child, Kyle Patrick John, weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. on March 16, 2004 at Centenary Health Centre, Scarborough, Ont. Very proud first-time grandparents are Robert & Judy Glynn, Goulds and third-time for Beverley & John Schmitz, Scarborough, Ont. Proud great-grandparents are Catherine Glynn, St. John's, NL, Fern Cole and Hans & Heidi Schmitz, Ont.
April 03, 2004

GREENING/PITCHER - Darren & Lori are thrilled to announce the arrival on March 28, 2004 of their precious 7 lbs. 9½ ozs. baby girl, Lauryn Olivia Drewcilla at the HSC. Congratulations from proud grandparents Bertram & Ada Pitcher, Larry & Yvonne Greening & Gloria & Cec Miller.
April 17, 2004

GUINEY/TAYLOR - Joe and Tammy are happy to announce the safe arrival of their beautiful son, Liam Joseph, born March 5, 6:25 a.m., weighing 8 lbs 2 oz. Proud grandparents are Frank and Anne Taylor of Long Pond and Cyril and Marie Guiney of Goulds. Many thanks to the hospital staff, family and friends for their love and support.
April 24, 2004

HAMMOND - Gerard (formerly of Bell Island) and Kim (Colapinto) are proud to announce the arrival of Annalisa Margaret. Born March 29, 2004 at 10:29 p.m., weighing in at 7 lbs. 8 oz. and 20 in. long, at Women's College Hospital, Toronto. Proud grandparents are Gerard and Sarah Hammond of Bell Island and Dr. Nick and Margaret Colapinto of Toronto. Proud uncle and aunts: Christine and Ron, Jason and Colleen, Matthew, Michael, Cindy and Nicole.
April 01, 2004

HANCOCK - David & Roxanne (Melendy) are thrilled to announce the early but safe arrival of their first child, Katherine Olivia Courtney, born on March 9, 2004 at 2:04 a.m., weighing 5 lbs., Katherine is also welcomed by her grandparents, Nowell & Evelyn Melendy of Seal Cove, and Allan & Anne Hancock of St. John's; and great-grandparents Ralph & Olive Melendy, and Josiah & Jessie Hodder. Special thanks to Drs. Delaney and Kum, nurse Robyn, the nurses of 5NB HSC and the Prenatal Home Care Program. Extra special thanks to daddy for taking such good care of his girls. P.S. Her lungs work fine.
April 24, 2004

KENNY/COADY - Darrin and Juanita are tickled pink to announce the safe arrival of their beautiful baby girl. Melanie Abigail was born on March 5, 2004, weighing 6 lbs. 9½ ozs. Melanie is welcomed by big sister Emily, proud grandparents Bill and Dianne Kenny of Fermeuse, Bernard and Carmel Coady of Cape Broyle and by great-grandmother Mary Alice Kenny, residing in St. Patrick's Mercy Home, St. John's. Many thanks to Dr. Hillman and Dr. Pike for their excellent prenatal care, to the nurses of the 5^th Floor HSC, also Dr. Seviour, Dr. Laval and the caseroom nurses, especially Sheila, for the safe arrival of Melanie. A special thanks to Daddy and Nanny Kenny for their love, support and coaching during the delivery and also to Daddy for always being there for Mommy and me.
May 22, 2004

KENNY - Tyson and Andrea (Moores) and big brother Daniel are pleased to announce the arrival of our new little baby boy, Alex Joseph, born March 2, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz. Proud grandparents Judy Bishop and Tony Moores and Brian and Carolyn Kenny.
May 01, 2004

KNOX/STONE - Proud parents, Edward Knox & Susan Stone, welcome to the world their new bungle of joy, Jake Edward Alan, born on March 19, 2004. Special congratulations from grandparents, Nana & Poppy Stone of Burgeo and Nanny & Poppy Knox of St. Brendan's and a large circle of family and friends. Big hugs and extra kisses from sister, Emily.
April 10, 2004

LASALLE - Brian and Debbie (Jackman) are thrilled to announce the arrival of their first child, Jack Mackenzie Lasalle, March 2, 2004, 11:08 am 7.47 lbs at the HSC. A huge thank you to all Jack's special family and friends for their patience and well wishes. Delighted grandparents are Wayne and Linda Jackman, St. John's, NL. Maureen O'Malley, Kelowna, BC. Ian and Wendy Lasalle, Calgary, AB. as well as great-grandmothers, Gladys Cameron, Hanna, AB. Eva Dowden and Mary Ellen Jackman, St. John's, NL. A big hug and special thank you to my wonderful husband Brian and my Mom for all your love and support.
March 27, 2004

LAWTON/ENGBRECHT - Allison and Doug are delighted to announce the early, but safe arrival of their second son, Matthew Douglas, born March 17, 2004 at the Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster, B.C., weighing 2 lbs. 1 oz. Heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Special Care Nursery at the Royal Columbian and the Kelowna General who provided Matthew with excellent and loving care. Matthew is doing very well and is currently weighing in at 13½ lbs. Welcoming Matthew are his big brother Sam, cousin Nicky Thoms of St. John's cousins Neev and Sean Lawton of London, England, and proud grandparents Nettie Engbrecht of Kelowna, B.C. and Robert & Josephine Lawton of St. John's.
12/04/04

MCCARTHY - Benjamin is delighted to announce the arrival of little brother, Matthew Charles, born March 8, 2004, at the HSC at 10:45 p.m., weighing 6 lbs. 9 ozs. Proud parents are Joy (Greenland) and Charlie, grandparents Gail and David Hynes and Bridget McCarthy. We wish to thank Dr. Patricia Roche for her excellent pre-natal care, Drs. Ahmed Geumi and Nick Kum for Matthew's safe delivery and Caseroom nurses Margaret-Ann Dooley, Karen Fanning, and April Mugridge, as well as the nurses on 5NB for their help before and after Matthew's arrival.
March 20, 2004

MERCER - Maureen (Dinn) and Rob are pleased to announce the arrival of their first son, Patrick James Hyde. He was born at 1:15 a.m. on March 1^st, 2004 weighing 8 Ibs. 1 oz. at the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus, He is welcomed by his proud grandparents Mary and the late James Dinn and Harry Mercer as well as all his aunts,uncles and cousins and friends from Newfoundland and Ontario.
March 13, 2004

MERCER - Don, Kim (Ludlow) and big brother Braeden are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of another precious little boy. Zachary Donald was born in Edmonton, AB on March 10, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 4 oz. Proud grandparents are Shirley and Dave Glynn; Wayne Ludlow and Mary-Kaye MacFarlane of St. John's; Margaret Mercer of St. Philips and Ronald Mercer in heaven. Proud great-grandfather is Arthur Ludlow of Joe Batt's Arm. Braeden is looking forward to showing off his little brother when they visit Newfoundland in October.
July 10, 2004

MURPHY - When Irish Eyes are Smiling! Wayne and Joanne (Molloy) have every reason to smile since Jack Lucas made his late, but safe arrival on St. Patrick's Day, March 17^th, at 1:00 p.m., weighing 8 lbs, 3 oz. Proud Grandmothers are Liz Molloy and Mary Murphy. Thanks Dr. Roche, Dr. Delaney, Caseroom Nurses, especially Annette and all Staff of the 5^th floor. Very special thanks to Nanny Molloy and Daddy for being such excellent coaches for Mommy!
"Mommy and Daddy's Little Man"
May 15, 2004

OSMOND/DABELS - Mitchell and Katherine are thrilled to announce the birth of their beautiful daughter, EMMA RAYNE, March 7, 2004 weighing 7 lbs. 7½ ozs. At the Royal Alexandra Hospital, Edmonton, Alberta. A little sister for David and Jesse. First grandchild for Arch and Trudy Osmond, Upper Gullies, eighth grandchild for Alan and Sandra Dabels, Edmonton, Alberta. First great-grandchild for Ernest and Margaret Parsons of Kelligrews and tenth great-grandchild for Eugene and Frieda Reddington, Fort Assinaboin, Alberta.
April 24, 2004

PHELAN - Sean and Brenda (nee Hennessey) are thrilled to announce the arrival of their third child, a beautiful blond-haired, blue-eyed boy. Liam Sean surprised us five weeks early on March 8, 2004, at 3:31 a.m., weighing 7 lbs., 5 oz. Sister Erin Kelsey and brother Kyle Patrick totally adore Liam. He is the twelfth grandchild for Edna and the late Herbert Phelan, Paradise, and the fifth for Harry and Daisy Hennessey, Harbour Grace. Great-grandmothers are Agnes Hennessey, Harbour Grace, and Florence Squires at the Hoyles-Escasoni Complex (formerly of Bell Island). A huge thanks to everyone at the HSC that were involved with Liam's birth and care, especially Dr. Heidi Kravitz and the nurses of the NICU. Special thanks to Nanny Edna for looking after Erin and Kyle, and all her help since. Our family is now complete!
April 24, 2004

ROCHE - After a speedy labor and delivery MADISON HOPE ROCHE made her grand entrance into the world at 9:31 p.m. on March 26, 2004, weighing 7 lbs. 9 ozs. Mommy, Lori Squibb, and Daddy, Francis Roche, are in absolute awe of their tiny miracle. Morgan and Bradley are thrilled that their new baby sister has finally arrived - the 9 month wait seemed to last forever! Proud grandparents are Morley and Judy Squibb and Vera Roche. Poppy Peter Roche is watching proudly from heaven. Heartfelt thanks to Drs. Grandy, Pike, and Tennent, and the wonderful staff of the caseroom and 5NB at the HSC. You all hold a special place in our hearts for helping to bring our little angel safely into the world. Extra special thanks to Nanny Squibb and Daddy for helping with the delivery. Finally, to Daddy - your love and support mean more than you could ever know. We Love You.
"There is no gift more precious than that of a child."
April 03, 2004

SCOTT - It is with great pride & joy that Bill & Tracy announce the safe arrival of Liam Scott born March 19, 2003, weighing 7 lbs. 10 ozs. Proud grandparents Bill & Mary Bavis, Anne Scott & Robin Cook, David Scott & Maxine Russell, Great Nan Scott & Holly all share in our happiness. Thank you to Drs. Furlong, Geumi and Bartellas, caseroom staff and the nurses of 5NB. A special thank you to Dr. Roche for all your care and to our family and friends for your love and support.
March 20, 2004

SHEEHAN - Big sister Hannah and proud parents, Derrick and Sara (Rodgers) ar pleased to announce the arrival of their beautiful baby boy. Andrew Gordon Michael born March 11, 2004 at Central NF Regional Hospital in Grand Falls, weighing 7 lbs 15 oz. Welcoming Andrew are a large circle of proud family and friends including grandparents Carol Rodgers of Mt. Pearl, Gordon & Lise Rodgers of Arizona, Luella & Michael Sheehan of Benoit's Cove and Great-Grandmother Alice (Sally) Rodgers of Mt. Pearl. Special thank you to Dr. Anosike & nurse Joanne Griffin for the safe delivery and Dr. Vos & Dr. Harvey for the exceptional prenatal care. Also, special thanks to Louise & Scott Gillingham of Grand Falls for being there for Mommy, Daddy & Hannah with love, help and support.
March 20, 2004

STOCKLEY - Ken and Lynn (nee Chaplin) are excited to announce the arrival of their first child, a girl, Monika Megan. Monika was born at the Women's Health Centre, HSC on March 20, 2004 at 4:29 a.m., weighing in at 7 pounds 7½ ounces. Celebrating Monika's arrival are second time grandparents Neil and Olga Chaplin of Mount Pearl and fourth time grandparents Ken and Ruby Stockley of Chamberlains. Aunts Dawn, Christa, Linda, and Colleen, Uncles Christopher and Wayne, Cousins Noah, Jessica, Cody, and Kaitlyn welcome Monika with much love. Special thanks are extended to Dr. Karl Misik, Dr. Donald Tennent, Dr. Heidi Kravitz for their exceptional pre-term care, and to Dr. Drover and his caseroom team for a safe delivery. To nurses Paula, Loretta, Heather, and Eleanor for all of their help during our stay in hospital. Monika and Mom would especially like to thank Dad for all of his love, patience, and support.
April 10, 2004

SYMONDS - Andrew and Leanne (Piccott) are excited to announce the arrival of their first child. Ryan Andrew was born on March 26, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 6 ounces. Also celebrating Ryan's arrival are proud grandparents Fraser and Elizabeth Piccott and Roy and Linda Symonds; great-grandparents Arthur and Rita Symonds and great-grandmother Elizabeth Ryan and Uncle Rob. Special thanks to Dr. Kravitz for her pre-term care, Dr. Roche and her caseroom team for a safe delivery and all the nurses on 5NB. Finally a special thanks to Dad for his love and support.
May 08, 2004

THORNE - First time parents George & Sherry (Moss) are thrilled to announce the early but safe arrival of their precious baby son, Bramwell Jacob George on March 20, 2004, weighing 4 lbs., 15½ oz. Proud grandparents Roxanne Hiscock of Port Rexton and Bernard Moss (Linda) of Plate Cove East and Major Georgie Thorne, Mt. Pearl. Watching over Bramwell from Heaven is his grandpa (Bramwell Thorne). Thank you to the caseroom staff and Dr. Jeff White. Thanks also to Daddy and Aunt Elizabeth for being great coaches.
May 15, 2004

WEIR - Dave and Linda (Stinson) are delighted to announce the arrival of their first child, Michael David, born 8:45 a.m., March 15^th at the Health Sciences Centre. Proud grandparents are David and Mary Stinson of St. John's and Cyril and Verna Weir of CBS, as well as great-grandmother Jessie Smith of South River. Thank you to all the doctors and nurses, especially Dr. O'Grady and the prenatal home care nurses.
April 03, 2004

YOUNG - She's here, she's beautiful and we're all ecstatic! Darryl and Heather (Ryan) announce the arrival of their first child, Ella Ainsley Young, born on March 28, 2004, 8 lbs. 9 ozs., 5:48 p.m., at the Queensway Carleton Birth Centre, Ottawa, ON. Ella is welcomed by first time grandparents Bob and Janette Ryan, St. John's and Calvin and Marie Young, Mount Pearl.
May 08, 2004