Conclusion of transcribed "Birth Announcements" for Saturday, August 16, 2003, courtesy of "The Telegram", St.John's, NL. HISCOCK/PUGH - Nancy and Dann announce the arrival of their precious daughter, MEAGHAN DANIELLE, who descended from heaven at 10:51 p.m. on July 23, 2003, weighing 5 lbs. 11 ozs. Meaghan is welcomed by proud grandparents Glenn and Elsie Hiscock and Brett and the Late Helen Pugh, delighted great-grandmothers Ruby Hiscock and Pearl Morgan, and her many aunts, uncles and cousins. Many thanks are extended to the nurses and staff of the Caseroom, 5NB, and the Prenatal Home Care Program. Special thanks to Drs. Roche, Pugh, Geuemi, Morgan, and Flood. August 15, 2003 KENNEDY - He is finally here! Jamie and Glynnis (Murphy) are very excited to announce the arrival of their first baby. Connor James was born on August 10, 2003 at 12:36 a.m., 7 lbs. 6 oz. Proud grandparents include John and Winnifred Kennedy of St. John`s and Nels and Rosemarie Murphy of Paradise. Much heartfelt thanks are extended to the wonderful caregivers that helped along the way including Dr. S. Furlong, Dr. C. Pugh, Dr. E. Bartellas and Dr. S. Laval; nurses Lavinia Madden, Paula Taylor and Carol Ann Walsh and all other nurses and staff at HSC caseroom and 5 North B. We would also like to extend thanks to all family and friends for their love and warm wishes. August 15, 2003 KERR - Greg and Wendy (nee Cook) are pleased to announce the birth of their first child, a boy, Geoffrey Douglas. Born in Halifax, N.S., July 12, 2003, weight 6 lbs. 9 oz. Proud grandparents are Doug and Nancy Cook of St. John`s and Geoff and Donna Kerr of Halifax. August 15, 2003 MCCARTHY - Michael, Robin (Fudge) and big brother Patrick are delighted to announce the birth of a darling daughter, Elizabeth Abigail, born July 8, 2003, weighing 7 lbs. 11 ozs., in Edmonton, Alberta. Baby Beth is the second grandchild for Mike and Loretta McCarthy, Marystown, and the fifth for Calvin and Laura Fudge, Lewisporte. A special welcome from great-grandparents Leslie and Mary Ginn, Mary Martin and Gladys McCarthy. Joining in the good wishes are Aunt Leanne, St. John`s; Uncle Glen, Edmonton; Uncle Paul and Aunt Leighanne and cousins Emma, Megan, and Sara, St. George, New Brunswick. August 15, 2003 MERCER - Hi everybody! It`s me, Cole. Just wanted to tell everyone that I am finally a big brother. My beautiful baby sister, LAUREN MARIE, rushed into the world during the early morning hours of July 22, 2003, at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton, AB, weighing 7 lbs. 4 ozs. She didn`t even wait for me to wake up, but I think I`ll share my ³blankie² with her anyway. Myself, mommy and daddy (Rita (nee King) and Barry) are delighted with the early, but safe arrival of our new bundle of joy. She`s just perfect. My grandma and grandpa (Jim and Lucy King) of Placentia and nanny and poppy (George and Hazel Mercer) of Buchans are just ecstatic and can`t wait to see Lauren. Thanks to Uncle Brian and Auntie Mary for taking care of me when mommy and daddy had to rush to the hospital. Lauren makes our family complete; filling our arms with love and our hearts with joy. Watching over us from heaven are my twin brothers, Gavin and Dane (resting in the Garden of Angels). August 15, 2003 O`ROURKE/WHELAN - Bonnie, Mike and big sister Sarah are thrilled to announce the birth of their wonderful baby boy, Connor Michael Patrick, weighing 8 lbs. 2 oz. Connor was born at the Womens Health Centre at 10:02 p.m. on July 5, 2003. Connor is welcomed by family and friends, especially proud grandparents Anne and Patrick O`Rourke of Outer Cove and Geraldine and Bernard Hawco of Chapel`s Cove. Many thanks to Dr. Tennant and his team, and to the caseroom and 5th floor nurses of the WHC. Special thanks to coach Carolyn, Dr. Michelle Suga and nurse Shannon for Connor`s safe delivery. August 15, 2003 PICCO - Big sister Katrina-Lynn is excited to announce the arrival of her handsome baby brother, Liam James, born at the WHC, July 12, 2003, at 5:15 p.m., weighing 8 lbs. 15 ozs. Proud parents are Jamie and Lisa. Proud grandparents Walter and Lucella Kennedy, Marie (Toni) Picco, and great-grandfather Larry Molloy. A big thank you to the wonderful staff of the Caseroom and 5NB. Special thanks to Dr. Kum and Lisa Daly, R.N., for helping bring Liam safely into the world. August 15, 2003 PIKE - Ken and Flora (Chiasson) are pleased to announce the birth of their third child, Tori Renee. Sister Megan and brother Kyle were overjoyed on July 17, 2003 when Tori arrived at 2:45 p.m., weighing 10 lbs. 81/2 oz. Proud grandmother Joan Pike, grandparents watching over Tori from heaven Margaret and Del Chiasson and Freeman Pike. Special thanks to Dr. Kravitz and the outstanding staff in the caseroom, also a heartfelt thank you to Tori`s Guardian Angel nurse Heather. August 15, 2003 RALPH - Hello, my name is McKenzie Jane Cavelle Ralph. I was born on July 2, 2003 and I weighed 7 lbs 4 oz. My Mom and Dad, Craig and Heather Ralph, are so proud of me and they want everyone to know they love me very much. My arrival was very pleasant thanks especially to Dr. Pat Roche and her wonderful team. I also have to say a special thank you to the Doctors and Nurses at the Janeway. I spent some time there and they really took care of me and now I am big and strong. My Nanny and Poppy, Harry and Lorraine Ralph, and my uncle Michael are so happy that I am doing well. Nanny and Poppy have been taking care of me. They can`t wait for me to get a little older so that they can spoil me. My other grandparents, Dorothy (Calgary), Maggie and Greg McMullin (Halifax), and my aunt Kelly and Uncle Ron (Toronto) are so happy I am doing well and I can`t wait to see them. Mom and Dad would like to say thanks to all our friends and family for their kind support. I`ll see you at the pla! yground. August 15, 2003 SHEAVES/VALLIS - Michelle, Chris and big sister Josie Elizabeth announce the arrival of Jake Ivan, born August 12, 2003. Proud grandparents: Shirley and Melvin Sheaves, St. John`s, Bertha and Tom Vallis, Lab City. Thank you to Dawn, Lisa and Dr. Kabisios of the Caseroom, also Dr. Crane and Dr. Britt Moore, Women`s Health Clinic. Special thank you to Daddy for all his love and support. August 15, 2003 THOMPSON/REARDON - Crystal and Kristian are proud to announce the birth of their first child, a beautiful baby girl. Kylie Nicole was born June 1, 2003, at WHC, weighing 6 lbs. 63/4 ozs. Proud grandparents are Patricia Thompson (Poppy Bill in heaven) and Julie and Joe Reardon. Great-grandparents are Florence Thompson, Margaret Simmons, Mary Reardon and Robert Morgan. Uncle Keith, Aunt Lisa and Elizabeth, Uncle Bill, Charles and Jessica, Uncle Jamie and JR and Aunt Ashley welcome Kylie to the family. Thanks to Drs. Kravitz and Bartellas, Caseroom staff and all doctors and nurses of NICU. August 15, 2003 WHIFFEN - Shawn and Diane (Foley) are thrilled to announce the arrival of their first child, a beautiful baby boy. Kyle James was born on June 22, 2003, weighing 7 lbs. 4 oz. Proud grandparents Jerome and Ann Foley, Maurice Whiffen and the late Gloria Whiffen. Special thanks to Dr. Kravitz, Dr. Mossman, caseroom and 5NB staff. Mommy and Kyle send special thanks to Daddy for all his love and support. August 15, 2003