Transcribed "Birth Announcements" for Saturday, November 01, 2003, courtesy of "The Telegram", St. John's, NL. BISHOP - It`s A Girl! Scott & Tammy (Manning) and big sister Katie are very excited to announce the arrival of Rachel Marie on Sept. 16, 2003 at 1:46 a.m., WHC, weighing 8 lbs. 14 ozs. Also excited with the arrival of Rachel are grandparents Poppy Bryan & Rowena Manning, Kevin & Audrey Bishop, all of St. John`s. Watching over Rachel from Heaven are two very special Angels, her Nanny Kay Manning and Aunt Dolly (Marie) O`Neil. Special thanks to Dr. O`Grady, Dr. Krista Mossman and nurse Paula in the caseroom. Mommy and Rachel would like to thank Daddy, Aunt ³A² and Aunt Millie for the tender loving care during her delivery, and staff of 5NB. October 31, 2003 BURKE - Sean, Sherry (nee Hillyard) and big brother Daniel are thrilled to announce the birth of their son Patrick Roland Cecil on Oct. 6th, 2003 at 8:46 a.m., weighing 8 lbs. 2 ozs. Welcoming Patrick are Grandparents Roland and Marguerite Hillyard and Cecil and Josephine Burke. Many thanks to Dr. Patricia Roche and team for her pre-natal care and safe delivery. A special thank-you to Nanny and Poppy Hillyard for taking care of Daniel while Mommy was in hospital. Hugs and kisses to Daddy for all his love and support. October 31, 2003 CARTER - Mike and Kelly Carter are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, Matthew Michael, born August 5, 2003, 7 lbs. 12 oz. Proud grandparents Janet Spratt and Donald and Theresa Carter. Thanks to Dr. Cheryl Pugh and the Janeway staff. October 31, 2003 COFFEY - Derek and Cathy (nee Skinner) are thrilled to announce the arrival of their first child, Zachary Ryan, born September 24, 2003. He is doing great after arriving 21/2 weeks early. Welcoming Zachary are his proud grandparents, Martin & Maud Coffey and Mona Skinner. Great Nanny Clarke, Coffey, and Nash also say a special welcome. A special thanks to the nurses in the Caseroom and 5NB, Dr. Parsons, and Dr. Tennent. An extra special thanks to Dr. Pugh for her social visits. Mommy and Zachary would also like to thank Daddy for his amazing support and encouragement during delivery. We could not have done it without you! October 31, 2003 GOFF - Andy and Allison are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Alyssa, on September 26, 2003 at St. John`s Janeway Hospital. Proud grandparents are Gail McFarlane and Rick Joyce of Barrie, Ont. and John and Alex Goff of Carbonear; and great-grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Ted Chapman of Barrie, Ont. October 31, 2003 GREEN - Born to Vern and Goldie (nee Shea) at Ottawa Civic Hospital on October 20, 2003, a 6 lb. 8 oz. baby girl. Allison Maria Katherine is welcomed by proud grandparents Ellen and Erwin Green, St. John`s, Shirley and Nelson Shea, Tignish, P.E.I., Uncle Barry, Aunt Sandra and cousins Emily, Liam and Joe at Ottawa. October 31, 2003 KELLY - Barry and Janice are delighted to announce the arrival of their first child, a beautiful baby boy. Ethan Edward Robert was born on September 20, 2003 at the Janeway Children`s Hospital, weighing 11 lbs. Proud grandparents are Vera and Ned Edwards and Eileen Kelly of St. Lawrence, NL. Thank you to Dr. Gill, Dr. Roche, all of the caseroom staff as well as the nurses on 5NB. An extra special thank you to Nanny and Poppy Edwards for all their help and support before, during and after Ethan`s arrival. Finally, thank you to all of our family and friends for your love, gifts and warm wishes. October 31, 2003 MALLARD/HOWELL - He`s finally here!! Amy Mallard and B.J. Howell are pleased to announce the birth of their precious baby boy. Isaac William was born on October 28th, 2003 at 3:49 p.m., weighing 6 lbs. 14 oz. Proud grandparents are Bill and Sharon Mallard, and Sue Howell. Also welcoming little Isaac`s safe arrival are uncles and aunts: Dennis and Sharon Moulton, Mark and Mandy Mallard, Stacey Howell and Steven Mallard. Thank you to all the family and friends for their support, gifts and much appreciated visits. October 31, 2003 MCCORMICK - Trevor and TerraLynn (Nolan) are delighted to announce the arrival of their first child, Jordan Scott, born Sept. 10, 2003, weighing 8 lbs. 10 ozs. A special thank you to proud grandparents Michael and Judy Nolan, Paul and Almoira McCormick. To family and friends for all your prayers, love and support - we thank you. To caseroom and 5NB staff our sincere gratitude. To Baby Jordan ³Ciad Mile Failte² 100,000 welcomes from all who love you. October 31, 2003 MCDONALD - SKINNER- Kim and Derek are very proud to announce the arrival of their precious baby boy, Matthew Thomas, born on September 21, 2003 at the Surgeons Community Hospital, Edmonton, Alberta, weighing 7 lbs. 8 oz. Proud 1st time grandparents are Regina and Keith McDonald, Portugal Cove and Barb and Derek Skinner of St. Philips. Thanks to family and friends for your love, gifts and warm wishes. October 31, 2003 O`BRIEN - Michael and Nikki O`Brien (Hampton) are proud to announce the birth of their first child, Thomas Michael, born September 9, 2003. Grandparents Edward and Angela O`Brien (8th grandchild) and Stan and Pearl Hampton (1st grandchild) welcomes Thomas to their families. Thomas is happy to be the 29th great-grandchild for Myrtle Hampton. Special thanks to doctors and staff, especially Dr. Roche, Dr. Pugh and Judy. Thomas, your mom and dad wish you all that your heart desires. October 31, 2003 PIKE - Twins. Madison would like to announce the arrival of her two newest family members, Erica, 7 lbs. 4 ozs. and Erin, 6 lbs., born to proud parents Derm & Julie on October 24, 2003. Special thanks to Dr. Lacelle, Dr. Crane & Dr. Butler for a safe delivery. Also special thanks to caseroom nurse Tracey Carter, staff of 5 NB & MSAU. October 31, 2003 REID - Lorne and Kelly Reid are proud to announce the birth of their first child, Matthew Stanley, born on September 14, 2003 at 11:24 PM, weighing 7 lbs. 4.75 ozs. Proud grandparents are Stanley and Beatrice Reid of Dildo and Sarah Whiteway of Green`s Harbour. Special thanks go out to Doctor Jeff White, Case Room Nurses Regina and Colleen and the Nurses of 5NB. Also many thanks to family and friends for your love, gifts and warm wishes. October 31, 2003