Transcribed Birth Announcements for Friday, August 01, 2003, courtesy of "The Telegram', St.John's, NL. ABBOTT - Roger Abbott and Daphne Richards are thrilled to announce the arrival of their first child, a beautiful baby girl. Dylan Elizabeth Abbott was born July 29, 2003 at 11:31 a.m. at HSC, weighing in at 8 lbs. 12 oz. Proud first time grandparents are John and Diane Richards (Paradise), Helen Abbott (South River) and Ken House (Coley`s Point). Delighted great-grandmothers are Phyllis Lawlor and Mona Richards and great-grandfather Mike Richards (Paradise. August 01, 2003 BARRETT - It is with grateful hearts that Paul and Catherine (Guzzwell) announce the birth of their first child. Shannon Elizabeth was born on June 30, 2003, weighing 6 lbs. 13 oz. Proud grandparents are Michael and Rosemary Barrett, Melvin and Anita Guzzwell; and great-grandmother Irene Guzzwell. Many thanks to Drs. White, Furlong and Clarke, and the 5NB and caseroom nurses, especially nurse Shannon. Mom and baby Shannon send special thanks to their family team of nurses: Daddy, Nanny Guzzwell and Aunt Judy Earle, for their loving care and support. August 01, 2003 BARRON - Hazel, Steven & big sister Leah are overjoyed to announce the late arrival of Leah`s baby brother, Jason Paul, born July 14, 2003, at 12:15 p.m., weighing 9 lbs. Proud grandparents are Patricia Grace, Mt. Carmel & John & Olive Barron, O`Donnell`s. Special thanks to Drs. Kravits & Bartellas, caseroom staff, especially Lisa. Thanks Daddy & Leah for your love & support. August 01, 2003 BLACKMORE - Michael and Janet (Worthman) are delighted to announce the safe arrival of their first child, a beautiful baby girl, Hannah Pauline. Born July 9, 2003 at the WHC, weighing 7 lbs. 6 oz. Proud grandparents are Marion and Harland Blackmore, Lumsden. Watching over Hannah from heaven are her very own guardian angels Nana and Grandad Worthman. Special thanks to Doctors M. Petten and C. Pike for their excellent prenatal care. Many thanks to the doctors, nurses and students in the caseroom and on 5NB. August 01, 2003 BORGAONKAR (Cooper) - Mark and Suzanne are pleased to announce the arrival of their third daughter ALLYSON ANNE. Born in St. John`s on 19 July 2003, she weighed a whopping 11 lbs 10 oz. and was 23 inches long. Allyson is welcomed by her two enthusiastic and helpful sisters, Claire and Lauren. She is the 5th granddaughter for Jim and Elizabeth Cooper and the 6th granddaughter for Ram and Barbara Borgaonkar. Thank-you to Drs. O`Shea and Delaney and the staff of the case room. August 01, 2003 BUTLER - Ross and Denise Butler (nee Lidster) are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their first child, a son. Andrew Ross was born at the WHC on July 2, 2003 at 11:36 a.m., weighing 8 lbs. 8 oz. Proud sixth time grandparents are Frank and Madeline Lidster of Cupids Crossing and first time grandparents Harold and Glenys Butler of Brigus. A very special thank you to Wendy Butt and Mary Parsons for helping coach Mom, she will always remember how great both of you were. Also a special thank you to the caseroom staff, especially nurses Lorna and Debbie, as well as Drs. Kravitz, Pike and Parsons, and the nurses of 5NB for all your help and support. August 01, 2003 BUTLER / FUREY - Bobbi Glenn announces the safe and healthy arrival of her little sister, Mary Ann on July 31st, 2003 at 7:13 a.m. Proud parents are Robert Butler and Suzette Furey. Sharing in this special occasion are grandparents Kevin and Judy Butler of Gander and Jack and Mary Furey, residing in Halifax. A special thanks to the staff at the Women`s Health Centre, Health Sciences in St. John`s. August 01, 2003