Transcribed "Birth Announcements" for Friday, December 12, 2003, courtesy of "The Telegram", St. John's, NL ANDREWS - Hi everyone! My name is Rachel Sofia Lynn. I was born at the Labrador Health Center, Happy Valley-Goose Bay, on October 2, 2003, at 9:54 a.m. and weighed 7 lbs. 5 ozs. Daddy, Mommy (Robert and Kelly) and my big sister Emily are so excited by my safe and fast arrival. Special thanks to Dr. Rashleigh, midwife Christine Adams and all the staff who took excellent care of Mommy and me. My proud grandparents are Lloyd and Patricia Andrews of Mount Pearl and Oswald and Betty Peyton of Botwood; great-grandparents: Allan and Effie Andrews of St. John`s and Pearl Peyton of Botwood. I`ve got lots of aunts, uncles and cousins, too! Now Daddy has three precious girls! December 12, 2003 CLARKE - Terry and Paula (nee Griffin) are delighted to announce the safe arrival of their first child, Ryan Terry, born November 4, 2003, at 11:24 p.m., weighing 9 lbs., 2 oz. Proud grandparents are John and Belinda Griffin of Upper Island Cove and Earl and the late Hester Clarke of Victoria. Proud great-grandmother is Hazel Peckham of Victoria. Special thanks to: Drs. Bartellas, Pugh and Suga; the nurses of the Prenatal Home Care Program & 5NB; and the caseroom nurses at the Health Sciences Centre, especially Colleen and Denise, for their excellent care. December 12, 2003 COLBOURNE - FRANCIS- Paul and Kim are happy to announce the arrival of their first child, Matthew Graham, weighing 7 lbs. 3 ozs. Matthew was born on Sunday, August 24, 2003, at 6:46 am. Proud grandparents are Cal and Gwen Francis, Lloyd Colbourne, and watching over Matthew from heaven, Nanny, Betty Colbourne. Mommy and Matthew would like to give special thanks to Daddy for all his help and love. Also, special thanks to the grandparents for their love and support. December 12, 2003 DIBBON - COOPER- David Dibbon, Janice Cooper, and big sister Katherine are happy to announce the birth of Lauren Janice on November 29, 2003 at the Women`s Health Centre. Proud grandparents are John and Tillie Cooper (St. John`s, NL) and Calvin and Florence Dibbon (Mt. Pearl, NL). December 12, 2003 HAWKINS/DUFF - Maureen & Ed are thrilled to announce the birth of their beautiful daughter, Bridget Noreen. Bridget was born at the WHC on October 5, 2003 at 6:38 pm, weighing 8 lbs. 7 ozs. Proud grandparents are Bride and Phonse Hawkins, Cape Broyle and Noreen and Kevin Duff, St. John`s; Great-grandmothers Monica Rossiter at Hoyle`s Home (formerly of Cape Broyle) & Madeline Hawkins, Admiral`s Cove. Special thanks to Dr. Tennent for pre-natal care, Dr. O`Grady and CR nurses Darlene and Heather for ensuring a safe delivery and to the staff of 5 North B. Bridget is also welcomed by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A big thank you to all. December 12, 2003 Hender - Big brother Jason is happy to have a teammate to join him in playing hockey!! Proud parents Derek and Paula (Mooney) are thrilled to announce the newest Habs fan and possible 2020 NHL Draftee for the Montreal Canadiens -- Dylan Charles who arrived safely on November 4, 2003 at 7:44 AM at East Jefferson Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana. Weighing in at 8 lbs 6 ounces and 20 inches long, Dylan already has the makings of a strong solid player! Celebrating are proud grandparents Len & Betty Mooney of Kilbride and Claude & Margaret Hender of Gander. Proud great grandparents are Sadie Mooney of Kilbride, Betty Stacey of St. John`s and Watson Green of Dark Cove. Big brother Jason can`t wait to show everyone his little brother when we come home this summer! December 12, 2003 MALONEY - Glen and Brenda (Devereaux) and big sister Jillian are pleased to announce the early arrival of their healthy baby boy. Lucas Spencer arrived December 1, 2003, at 5:09 pm weighing 6 lbs 13 ozs. Proud grandparents are John and Lorraine Devereaux of Holyrood, Ben and Harriet Maloney of Sweet Bay and Lucas is the ninth great-grandchild for Mary Crawley of Holyrood. Special thanks to all case room and 5th floor staff for looking after Lucas and mommy. December 12, 2003 O`DRISCOLL - Brian, Sonia (Ryall) and big sister Brianna welcome their new baby boy. Dylan was born Monday, December 8, 2003, he weighed in at 8 lbs. 4 ozs. First grandson for Dave & Madonna Ryall, third grandson for Gerald & Judy O`Driscoll. We would like to thank Dr. Tennant and the nurses in the caseroom and 5 NB. Dylan sends a special thanks to Aunt Marsha for spending the afternoon with him so Mommy & Daddy could get some rest. December 12, 2003 PEARCEY - PATTEN- Stephen and Lisa are ecstatic in announcing the arrival of Andrew Matthew, born November 7, 2003, tipping the scales at 10 lbs. 2 ozs. Words cannot express the thanks and appreciation we extend to the staff of the caseroom & OBS for all their SUPERB care. Extra special thanks to Dr. Kum for his exceptional care. Also, a special thanks to Dr. Rob Forward. Most of all, we would like to thank Nanny Sarah and Nanny Anna for their continuous love and support. Thanks again, ³Uncle Nick². December 12, 2003 ROSE - POWER- Keri & Elias are very excited to announce the arrival of their baby girl, Hanah Elizabeth. Hanah was born at the Grand River Hospital in Kitchener, ON, on Dec. 8, 2003 at 7:24 a.m. weighing 7 lbs., 8 ozs. Proud Grandparents are Bruce & Rhoda Rose of Grand Bank and Elias & Elsie Power of Bell Island. Also excited are first time Aunts Krista, Kayla & Terri Lynn & also Uncle Mark. Special Thanks to Maggie, Cheryl, Sky, and everyone at St. Jacobs Midwives for their wonderful care. Mommy & Hanah would especially like to thank Daddy for all of his love and incredible support. December 12, 2003