Some Herald BMD from the 60s and 70s

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The remaining Deaths from 27th July 1973.

DEATHS ( concluded )

O'HARE - At 93 Glencairn Street, Stevenston, on 20th July 1973, Sarah Brogan, aged 67 years, beloved wife of John O'Hare, and dear mother of Sadie, Monica and John. Fortified by Rites of Holy Church. RIP.

PRENTICE - At Heathfield Hospital, Ayr, on 24th July 1973, Mary McCliesh, aged 70 years, beloved wife of the late John Prentice, 56A Bradan Road, Troon.

REID - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine, on 24th July 1973, Charles, dearly loved husband of Belle, and dear father of John. Funeral to Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr, on Friday 27th July, at 3pm. Friends desirous of attending please meet cortege at crematorium. No flowers please.

ROBERTSON - Peacefully, at Ravenspark Hospital, Irvine, on 19th July 1973, Annie Stevenson, in her 74th year, beloved wife of the late Joseph Robertson, late of 29 Crumock Street, Beith, and dear mother of Annie and Bert.

ROSSI - At 8 Bradan Road, Troon, on 18th July 1973, Ada Cornelia Orlandi, aged 80 years, beloved wife of the late Leoplodo Rossi. Fortified by Rites of the Holy Church. RIP.

STIRLING - Peacefully, at Ravenspark Hospital, on 20th July 1973, Catherine McDonald, aged 80 years, beloved wife of the late James Stirling, late of 17 Kerse Avenue, Dalry.

WALES - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, on 22nd July 1973, Emily Gallacher, aged 82 years, wife of the late Abraham Wales, 42 Baidland Avenue, Dalry.

WALKER - At 12 Kerley Crescent, Athelstone, Adelaide, South Australia, result of an accident, on 14th July 1973, Stuart, aged 11 years, second son of Mr and Mrs W Walker, late of 12 Witches Linn, Ardrossan, grandson of Mr and Mrs P Hanlon, 20 Pladda Road, Saltcoats, and Mr and Mrs A Walker, McGregor Avenue, Stevenston.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Two smiling eyes at rest,
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.
Gran.
Deepest sympathy, Annette and Bill; from all friends and relatives.

YOUNG - Peacefully, at 1 Woodburn Road, Beith, on 20th July 1973, Janet Wilson Chalmers, in her 90th year, beloved wife of the late John Young.


Susan

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The rest of the Acknowledgements from 27th July 1973.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

ARMSTRONG - Mrs Margaret Armstrong and family wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes received in their recent bereavement; also Doctors Connell, Begg, McInnes and Smith, and district nurses for their kind attention; Mr mcLean and Mr Frank Russell for spiritual comfort and services rendered; and Mr William Smith for funereal arrangements. King's Road, Beith.

BROWN - Mr R Brown and family wish to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for letters and floral tributes received in their recent sad bereavement; doctors and nurses of RAI, Paisley; the Rev Shankland Young for services rendered; and Mr W Smith for funeral arrangements. Coalburn Farm, Beith.

GILLESPIE - The nieces of the late Mrs Agnes Gillespie wish to thank all friends and neighbours who attended the funeral service, for their kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes.

HAMILTON - The family of the late Maisie Hamilton wish to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes received in their recent sad bereavement; special thanks to Mr and Mrs Duffy; to Dr Robertson for kind attention; also Social Workers and Saltcoats Police; Rev J Kyle for services rendered; and Mr Clark, CWS, for funeral arrangements. " Gilfillan ", 11 Knox Place, Saltcoats.

MacDONALD - Mrs MacDonald wishes to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours, OES Dalry Chapter No 67, OES Beith Chapter No 122, Dalry Homing Society and Ayrshire Federation of HS, for their kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes received in her recent bereavement; special thanks to Dr Grant and staff of pavilion 3, Ayrshire Central Hospital for their kind attention; also local doctors and nurses for years of devoted care; thanks also to the Rev D Grant for spiritual comfort; and all those who attended the funeral service;and CWS for funeral arrangements. 50 Sharon Street, Dalry.

McKEAN - John and the parents of the late Mrs Anita McKean wish to thank Father Crowley for his kind attention; relatives, friends and neighbours for for floral tributes and kind expressions of sympathy received in their sad bereavement; they were also deeply touched by the presence of so many friends at the church and cemetery. 87 Portland Street, Troon.


Susan

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The first batch of In Memoriam notices from 27th July 1973.

IN MEMORIAM

ALEXANDER - In loving memory of our dear son, Brian, aged 9 years, died 29th July 1971.
We miss you, Brian, and always will,
The day we lost you, the world stood still,
A thousand tomorrows we would give,
If God had only let you live.
Inserted by his loving Mum, Dad, Derek and Karen, 12 Dick Crescent, Irvine.

ALLAN - In loving memory of my dear husband, and our dear dad, Robert, who died 23rd July 1970.
I sat by your bed,
My heart was crushed and sore,
I tried so hard to help you,
But I could do no more.
I lived in hope and prayed in vain,
That God would make you well again,
But he decided we must part,
He took you home and broke my heart.
Inserted by his loving wife, Nan, 47 Waterside Road, Kilwinning.

No verse, no flowers, no tears can say,
How much we miss you every day.
Inserted by his loving daughter Margaret, son-in-law Bobby and grandson Alan.

We lived in hope, we prayed in vain,
That God would make you well again,
What you suffered no one knew,
But you didn't deserve what you went through.
Inserted by his loving son Robert and daughter-in-law Helen.

The brightest star in the sky tonight,
Is our papa saying goodnight.
From his loving grandchildren Lynn, Moira and David.


BARR - In loving memory of my dearest husband, Edward Barr, who died 28th July 1972; also loved ones gone before.
I sat by your bed,
My heart was crushed and sore,
I tried so hard to help you,
But I could do no more.
I lived in hope and prayed in vain,
That God would make you well again,
But he decided we must part,
He took you home and broke my heart.
Inserted by your loving wife, Marion, 4 Arnott Place, Saltcoats.

In loving memory of my dear father, Edward Barr, died 28th July 1972.
Deep in my heart you will always stay,
Loved and remembered every day.
Inserted by his daughter Mary, son-in-law Pat and grandson Brian.

In loving memory of my dear father, Edward Barr, who died 28th July 1972.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Two working hands that rest.
God took you to prove to me,
He only takes the best.
Inserted by his loving son, James.

In loving memory of my dear father, Edward Callan Barr, died 28th July 1972.
As long as I live, I will cherish his name,
In memory I see him just the same,
For in my heart, he is living yet,
I loved him too dearly to ever forget.
Inserted by son Alex, 15 Arthur Street, Saltcoats.


BRYCE - In loving memory of my dear mother and gran, Margaret Scally, who died 23rd July 1968.
In God's care she rests above,
In our hearts she rests with love.
Inserted by her loving son Harry , Agnes and family, 70 Dalry Road, Saltcoats.


BRANNIGAN - To the beautiful and everlasting memory of my dear husband, and our father, Thomas, who died 24th July 1956.
Memories of you, we will always cherish,
Only we, who loved you, can know,
Through the years we shared together,
Help, love and comfort, you gave us so.
Inserted by his loving wife Nell and son Willie, 10 Montgomerie Terrace, Kilwinning.

Time changes many things,
But one thing changes never,
The memory of those happy days,
When we were all together.
Inserted by his loving daughter Lizzie, son-in-law Bert and family.

Dear is his memory, silently kept,
Amidst life's changes, we will never forget.
Inserted by his loving son Pat, daughter-in-law Rose and family.

Cherished memories.
Inserted by his loving sister Jean and brother-in-law Sam.


BURNS - In loving memory of my dear wife and mother, Grace McEwan, died 24th July 1964.
Another year has come and gone,
But your memory will always linger on.
Inserted by her loving husband Peter and family.


Susan

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Continuing the In Memoriam notices from 27th July 1973.

IN MEMORIAM ( continued )

CLARKE - In loving memory of our dear son Hugh, died 27th July 1972, aged 18 years.
At midnight when starlight is beaming,
Sweet memories mingled with pain,
Steals into our heart with a longing,
Could we just see our son once again.
For just when his life was brightest,
In the midst of his happiest days,
The life he loved was ended,
By God's mysterious ways.
But blessed be God for the promise he made,
And blessed assurance given,
That parting on earth will be more than repaid,
By that blissful reunion in heaven.
Inserted by Mum, Dad and family, 10 Beggs Terrace, Ardrossan.

As long as we live we will cherish his name,
In memory we see him just the same.
Donnie, Agnes and family, Sannox Drive, Saltcoats.

In loving memory of my dear grandson, Hugh, died 27th July 1972; also loved ones gone before.
Dear is the memory silently kept,
Amidst life's changes we will never forget.
Inserted by granny and family, Millar Road, Saltcoats.


CRAIG - To the memory of Kirkland Cameron Craig, MA, B Litt, scholar and linguist, who lost his life in the Skopje earthquake, 26th July 1963, youngest member of the family of the late Daniel and Jane Craig, Ardrossan.


DICKIE - In loving memory of my dear husband, Robert Dickie, died 23rd July 1972.
This month comes with sad regret,
The day, the month, we can't forget,
You went away without goodbye,
But memories of you will never die.
Inserted by wife, Elizabeth.

In loving memory of our dear father, Robert Dickie, died 23rd July 1972.
May the winds of heaven blow softly,
On a quiet and peaceful spot,
Where the one we love lies sleeping,
And will never be forgot.
Inserted by his son David and daughter-in-law Moira, Troon.

Night night papa.
Jane and Susan.


DICKIE -In loving memory of our dear mother, Alice Bradley, died 26th July 1970.
We miss you mammy, we always will,
You left a place no one can fill.
Margaret, Betty, Alice and Tommy.

Also uncle Robert, died 23rd July.
Always remembered.

In loving memory of our dear granny, Alice Bradley, died 26th July 1970.
We'll forget many things in our lifetime,
But, granny, we won't forget you.
June, Alice, Elizabeth and Jim.


FRYE - In loving memory of my dear husband, James, died 25th July 1968.
A broken link, halved in two,
We shall put it together when I meet you.
A million words could never express,
My love, my sorrow, my emptiness.
Inserted by his loving wife, Mary, 20 Lawson Drive, Ardrossan.

As long as we live, we will cherish his name,
In memory we see him just the same,
For in our hearts he is living yet,
We loved him too dearly to ever forget.
Inserted by son John, Margaret and family.

A golden heart stopped beating,
Two willing hands are still.
The one who did so much for us,
Is resting at God's will.
Inserted by Jim, Nessie and family.

Five years have passed, dad,
Since we all shared our grief,
But we will meet in heaven,
That's my treasured belief.
Inserted by his loving daughter Sadie, Billy and family.

God's greatest gift, remembrance.
Loving son Frankie and family.


Susan

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Some more of the In Memoriam notices from 27th July 1973.

IN MEMORIAM ( continued )

GEMMELL - In loving memory of my dear brother , Alex, who died on 24th July 1971, the result of an accident.
In God's care he rests above,
In my heart, he rests with love.
Inserted by Esther.

HAMILTON - Treasured memories of my dear husband and father, Harry Hamilton, who died 21st July 1970.
The years are swiftly passing,
But still I don't forget,
For in the heart that loved you,
Your memory lingers yet.
Inserted by his loving wife, Rachel.

Treasure him Lord in your garden of rest,
For he was our father and one of the best.
Inserted by the family, at home and abroad.

HARNETT - In memory of William Harnett, died 27th July 1968.
The family chain is broken,
And nothing seems the same,
But as God meets us,
That chain will link again.
Inserted by Nance, Mary Ann and grand-daughter Ann Marie.

HOUSTON - In loving memory of our dear father and grandfather, James Houston, died 26th July 1972.
In our hearts, you are always near,
Still loved, still missed, and ever dear.
Inserted by all the family, in Dalry and Dalkeith.

McBRIDE - In loving memory of my dear mother, C McBride, died 31st July 1972; also loved ones gone before.
Very sadly missed.
Inserted by her loving daughter, Cathie.

In loving memory of my dear mother, Charlotte McBride, who died 31st July 1972; also loved ones gone before.
At home with the Lord.
Inserted by Mima and Tommy, 1 Cumbrae Road, Saltcoats.

McCLYMONT - In loving memory of my dear husband, Hugh Crawford, died 19th July 1971.
Inserted by his loving wife and family.

McKENZIE - In loving memory of my dear wife, Mary, died on 1st August 1969.
This month comes with sad regrets,
The day, the month, we can't forget,
You went away without goodbye,
But memories of you will never die.
Inserted by loving husband, Bill.

In loving memory of my sister, Mary, died on 1st August 1969.
Always remembered.
Inserted by Jean.

McKEOWN - In loving memory of my dear mum, died 27th July 1968; also dear dad, died 3rd August 1964.
A card, I cannot send you,
Those hands, I cannot touch,
But God, I know, will take a message,
To the parents I loved so much.
Inserted by Sally, Dan and the grandchildren, West Kilbride.

In loving memory of our dear mother, Margaret McKeown, died 27th July 1968; also our dear father, John, died 3rd August 1964.
Time passes, memories stay,
Quietly remembered every day.
Inserted by their son John, Beith, Hugh, New Zealand, and daughter Mary Ellen, USA.


Susan

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The last of the In Memoriam notices from 27th July 1973.

IN MEMORIAM ( concluded )

MENEY - In loving memory of a beloved husband and father, Jackie Meney, who was called home, 1st August 1971.
Always remembered.
By his beloved wife Elsie and children Elizabeth and Allister, 30 Burns Avenue, Saltcoats; also affectionately remembered by his dear father, Tommy Meney, 27 Hillcrest Drive, Stevenston.
Until the day breaks. Song of Songs Ch2 V17.

MITCHELL - In loving memory of our dear son, Private David Mitchell, killed on 23rd July 1968.
Dear is his memory, silently kept,
Amidst life's changes we will never forget.
Inserted by his Mum, Dad and family, 30 Sanderson Avenue, Irvine.

MILLER - In loving memory of my dear husband, Robert Miller, died 17th July 1967.
Always remembered.
Inserted by his wife.

In our thoughts always, dad.
Inserted by Eileen and Paul.

MOOREHEAD - In loving memory of our sister, Ella, died 17th July 1972.
inserted by sister-in-law Emma, brother-in-law Sammy and family, 152 John Street, Newtonards, Co Down, Northern Ireland.

MORRISON - Treasured memories of my dear husband, John, died 25th July 1971.
Sadly missed.
By his wife Dorothy and son Robert.

In loving memory of our dear father, John Morrison, who died 25th July 1971.
You left us quietly without goodbye,
But in our hearts, you will never die.
Inserted by son John and daughter-in-law Sadie, 139 Winton Road, Irvine.

Always remembered.
inserted by son Sam, daughter-in-law Margaret and grandson Wilson, Maidstone, Kent.

SHIRLEY - In loving memory of my dear husband, John, died 24th July 1968.
Absent from our home,
But ever in my thoughts.
Inserted by his wife Jean, formerly of 26 Wallace Avenue, Barassie, now of Livingstone, West Lothian.

With happy memories of a dear dad and grandad, John Shirley, died 24th July 1968.
Inserted by Jean and family, and Veronica, John and family, now of 6 Carlyle Court, Almond, South Craigshill, Livingstone, West Lothian.

SIM - In loving memory of our dear mother, died 24th July 1970; also our dear father, died 14th December 1971.
To some you may be forgotten,
To others part of the past,
To us who loved and lost you,
Your memory will always last.
Inserted by their loving daughters Susan , Jenny and family.

SLOAN - In loving memory of my dear wife, Jane Scott, died 23rd July 1969; also our son Jackie, killed at Tripoli.
Gone are the days we used to share,
But in our hearts you are always there.
Inserted by husband and family, Stevenston Road, Kilwinning.

WESTLUND - To the cherished and everlasting memory of our dearest son and brother, Karl ( Sonny Boy ) Westlund, who died 25th July 1963, aged 25 years.
Someone still loves you, someone still cares,
Someone still whispers your name in their prayers,
Some may forget you, now you have gone,
But we will remember, no matter how long.
Eternal rest grant unto him oh Lord,
And let perpetual light shine on him.
May he rest in peace.
Inserted by his forever loving Mother, Father and family, and his wee pal Gerard.

WHYTE - In loving memory of my dear wife and mother, Margaret Whyte, died 21st July 1967.
Time unfolds another year,
But memories keep you ever near.
Inserted by husband James, son Alec and family, Saltcoats.


Susan

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Starting a fresh paper now, we come to the Births from 28th June 1974.

BIRTHS

AGNEW - At Buckreddan Maternity Home, Kilwinning, on 18th June 1974, to John and Annie ( McCall ), 67 Hawthorn Court, Kilwinning, the gift of a son ( Graeme Forrest ); a brother for Jim.

BEATON - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine, on 22nd June 1974, to David and Una ( nee Macdonald ), a daughter ( Lorna Ann ), a sister for Gareth; both well.

BUCKLER - At Buckreddan Maternity Hospital, Kilwinning, on 19th June 1974, to Richard and Joyce, 12 Witches Linn, Ardrossan, a son ( Simon ).

BURRY - Cliff and Jeannette ( Scott ), are happy to announce the arrival of their first child, a son ( Phillip Scott ), on 21st June 1974, at Weiner Lake, near Ontario, Canada, Deo Gratias.

CAMPBELL - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, to Jimmy and Kay ( Byrne ), 28 Rowallan Square, Kilwinning, a fourth son ( Anthony John ); sincere thanks to nurses and doctors of Ayrshire Central and Buckreddan Hospitals. Deo Gratias.

CLARKE - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine, on 16th June 1974, to Jim and Theresa ( nee Higgins ), 39 Caledonian Road, Stevenston, a son; both well. Deo Gratias.

FULLERTON - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, on 20th June 1974, to Alan and Judy ( Henshaw ), 29 Mid-Dykes Road, Saltcoats, a daughter; thanks to all in attendance.

HERBERT - Frank and Sandra ( Smillie ), are happy to announce the birth of their daughter ( Jacqueline Margaret ), at Buckreddan Maternity Home, on the 21st June 1974; thanking all in attendance.

IRVINE - At St David's Hospital Bangor, North Wales, on 2nd June 1974, to William and Margaret Irvine, Bryn Dwyryd, Penrhyndeudraeth, North Wales, a daughter ( Sheila Anne ); both well.

KERR - At Buckreddan Maternity Home, Kilwinning, on the 22nd June 1974, to Jackie and Claire( nee McMillan ), a son ( Alan ); thanking all in attendance. 15 Burns Avenue, Saltcoats.

MILLER - At Buckreddan Maternity Hospital, Kilwinning, on the 17th June 1974, to Tom and Christine ( Hart ), 37 Cubrieshaw Street, West Kilbride, a brother for Jane; both well; sincere thanks to all in attendance.

MULLIN - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, on 24th June 1974, to Michael and Betty ( Walker ), a son ( Sean ), a brother for Tracy, Michelle and Sharon; thanking all in attendance. 23 Grange Road, Stevenston.

NORTHCOTE - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine, on 20th June 1974, to Brendan and Mary ( nee Ross ), 13 Perceton Row, Dreghorn, a son ( David ), a brother for Mark; thanking all in attendance.

TOTTEN - At Gillingham, Kent, on 23rd June 1974, to Kathleen, wife of David, a daughter ( Elizabeth Louise ).

WILSON - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, on Saturday 22nd June 1974, to Gary and Ann ( Maloy ), a daughter 9 Cheryl ); both well; thanking all in attendance.


Susan

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The Engagements now from 28th June 1974.

ENGAGEMENTS

BEGBIE - McLENNAN - Both families have pleasure in announcing the engagement of Janettte, only daughter of the late Mr K McLennan and Mrs S McLennan, 98 Kirkland Crescent, Dalry, and Hugh, only son of Mr and Mrs J Begbie, 13 Loanhead Avenue, Grangemouth.

CUNNINGHAM - COOK - Both families have pleasure in announcing the engagement of Grahame, only son of Mr and Mrs Andrew Cunningham, 12 James Street, Dalry, to Doreen Lorraine, only daughter of Mr and Mrs John Cook, 28 Peden Avenue, Dalry.

DUNCAN - DAVIDSON - Both families have pleasure in announcing the engagement of Mary second daughter of Mr and Mrs a Davidson, 22 Queens Drive, Barassie, Troon, to William, youngest son of Mr and Mrs D Duncan, 19 Peatland Quadrant, Shortlees, Kilmarnock.

GEMMELL - URQUHART - The engagement is announced between Hugh, eldest son of Mr and Mrs H Kerr Gemmell, Blairside, Kilwinning, and Lesley, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs John Urquhart, " Rolands ", 89 Burkes Road, Beaconsfield.

GOW - KITCHING - Both families have pleasure in announcing the engagement of David George, BSc, only son of Mr and Mrs James Gow, 7 Woodside Crescent, Alexandria, Dumbartonshire, to Maxine Ann, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Donald Kitching, 124 Meadowfoot Road, West Kilbride ( at present living in Zambia ).

IRVING - HARRIS - Both families have pleasure in announcing the engagement of Elizabeth, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs J Harris, 77 Carron Place, Castlepark, Irvine, to Stephen, only son of Mr and Mrs J W Irving, 184 Clark Drive, Irvine.

PORTER - MORRISON - Both families have pleasure in announcing the engagement of John, youngest son of Mrs A Porter and the late Mr John Porter, 53 Braidwood Road, Kilwinning, to Janice, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Hugh Morrison, 9 Elms Place, Stevenson.


Susan

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The Marriages and wedding anniversaries from 28th June 1974.

MARRIAGES

BOYD - HOUSTON - At Glengarnock Church, on 21st June 1974, By the Rev J Houston, BA, TCD , Richard Arthur Boyd, only son of Mr and Mrs A Boyd, 8 Geirston Road, Kilburnie, to Murielle Kingsley, only daughter of Mr and Mrs T F Houston, 5 Holms Road, Glengarnock.

COULL - COPELAND - At Kilwinning Registry Office, on Friday 21st June 1974, Alexander, youngest son of Mr and Mrs A Coull, 39 Keir Hardie Crescent, Kilwinning, to Marion, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs W Copeland, 75 Forde Crescent, Stevenston.

GILLIES - MARSHALL - At St Ninian's Church, Troon, on Friday 21st June 1974, by the Rev James McGill, David, second son of Mrs James Gillies and the late Mr James Gillies, 54 Overtoun Road, Springside, to Kathleen, only daughter of Mr and Mrs David Marshall, 6 Watson Terrace, Irvine.

GRACE - GELVIN - At Our Lady of the Assumption and St Meddan's, Troon, on 15th June 1974, by the Rev Father Crowley, Trerence Grace, third son of Mr and Mrs R Grace, Forehill, Ayr, to Maria Gelvin, youngest daughter of Mr M Gelvin, Muirhead, Troon.

GREER - COOLES - At St John's Church, Largs, on the 14th June 1974, by the Rev David M Beckett, BD, Russell Greer, BSc, only son of Mr and Mrs T Greer, 16 The Roundel, Largs, to Alexandra Fraser Cooles, RGN, only daughter of Mrs William Murdoch, Haylie Gardens, 90 Irvine Road, Largs, and of the late Lt ( A ) G H Cooles, RN.

McMILLAN - HALL - At Erskine Church, Saltcoats, on 12th June 1974, by the Rev Hugh Kirkwood, Neil, son of Mr and Mrs J McMillan, 89 Trelawney Terrace, Stevenston, to Sarah, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs H Hall, 12 Arran Place, Saltcoats.

RUSSELL - JOHNSTON - On the 12th June 1974, at Trinity Church, Beith, by the Rev S H Young, Carl Clayton Russell, only son of Mr and Mrs C Russell, Rockledge, Florida, USA, to Margaret, second daughter of Mrs J Johnston and the late Mr J Johnston, 51 Hawthorn Crescent, Beith, Ayrshire.

SIMPSON - McKAY - At St Peter in Chains Church, Ardrossan, on 14th June 1974, by the Rev Father G J Giblin, with Nuptial Mass, William , elder son of Mr and Mrs William Simpson, 2 Birch Crescent, Johnstone, to Ellen Patricia, youngest daughter of the late Mr James McKay and Mrs Ellen McKay, 1 Ashgrove Road, Ardrossan.


GOLDEN WEDDINGS

RODGER - MORGAN - At Todhill Cottage, Dalry, on 27th June 1924, by Rev A B Thomson, MA, BD,David McKay to Margaret Quin. 45 Kirkland Crescent, Dalry.


Susan

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The first of the Deaths now from 28th June 1974.

DEATHS

ALLAN - Suddenly, at Kilmarnock Infirmary, on Friday 21st June 1974, George ( retired Clerk of Works, Burgh of Saltcoats ), dearly loved husband of Margaret Ballantyne.

ANDREWS - At 22 Craig Avenue, Dalry, on 19th June 1974, Thomas Andrew, aged 73 years, beloved husband of the late Isabella Boyce , and dear father of Thomas, Mary and family.
Acknowledgements : The family of the late Thomas Andrews wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes received in their recent sad bereavement; also doctors and nursing staff of ward 11, Ballochmyle Hospital; Dr Symmers and Dr Turnbull for kind attention; Rev A D Lamb for services rendered; and CWS for funeral arrangements. 22 Craig Avenue, Dalry.

BLACK - At the Royal Infirmary, Glasgow, on 21st June 1974, Elizabeth Horner Black, 16 Victoria Road, Burnside, Rutherglen and 3 Sandringham, Largs, dearly loved sister of Mary, Marion and the late Alex. Cremated at Daldowie Crematorium , Broomhouse, on 25th June 1974.

COCHRANE - Suddenly, on 25th June 1974, at her home, 2 Thornwood Place, Glasgow, Isabella Wilkie Leith, beloved wife of John Campbell, and mother of Jennifer, William and Sheena.

DAVIDSON - At Kilmarnock Infirmary, on 21st June 1974, John Davidson, aged 69 years, beloved husband of Ellen Kerr, 55 Baidland Avenue, Dalry.

GARLAND - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, on 25th June 1974, Joseph Garland, aged 74 years, beloved husband of Janet Rice, 33 Glenriddet Avenue, Kilbirnie.

GILLESPIE - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, on 24th June 1974, Mary Baird, aged 64 years, beloved wife of the late Samuel Gillespie, 16 Marble Avenue, Dreghorn.

McCORMICK - Suddenly, at 84 Dalrymple Drive, Irvine, on 13th June 1974, Robert McCormick, aged 77 years , beloved husband of Rachel Campbell.
Acknowledgements : Mrs Rachel McCormick and family wish to thank all relatives, friends , neighbours and management, staff and employees of Queen of Scots Knitwear for kind expressions of sympathy , letters, cards and floral tributes received in their recent sad bereavement; they also wish to thank Irvine Police for kindness; doctors in attendance; Rev J T Henson for services rendered and spiritual comfort; all friends who attended graveside; and CWS for funeral arrangements, 84 Dalrymple Drive, Irvine.

MILLER - At South Lodge Nursing Home, Ayr, on 23rd June 1974, Jane Rewcastle Davidson, beloved wife of the late William Miller, Ayr Constabulary, Ardrossan.


Susan

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The rest of the Deaths from 28th June 1974.

DEATHS ( concluded )

NEIL - At 5 Greenside Avenue, Kilbirnie, on 23rd June 1974, Mary Greenshields Neil, aged 57 years, beloved daughter of Mrs Mary Neil and the late Mr William Neil.

NOBLE - At 21 Cunningham Road, Stevenston, on 19th June 1974, James Noble, ( retired Master Painter ), beloved husband of Margaret F Hall and dear father of Margaret.

QUINN - Peacefully, at Ballochmyle Hospital , on 18th June 1974, James Quinn, in his 70th year, beloved husband of Marion White, and dear father of Jim, 21 Cedar Avenue, Beith.

RODGERS - At Ballochmyle Hospital, on 25th June 1974, Williamina Hardie, aged 75 years, beloved wife of the late James Rodgers, and dear mother of Rhoda, Robert, Jim, Peter, David, Annie and William, of 14 St Lawrence Place, Saltcoats.

SHEDDEN - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, on 21st June 1974, Archibald Crawford Shedden, ( Master Joiner ), beloved husband of Ann Stevenson, and dear father of Donnie, of Crawford Lodge, Ardrossan.

SPENCE - At Ballochmyle Hospital, Mauchline, on 23rd June 1974, Ann Greenfield McMahon, aged 68 years, beloved wife of the late Archibald Spence, 13 Greenwood Road, Dreghorn.

STEVENSON - At Kilmarnock Infirmary, on 18th June 1974, Martha Arthur, beloved wife of the late Robert Strain, and dear mother of her family, 32 Bilby Terrace, Irvine.
Acknowledgements : The Stevenson family wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes received in their bereavement; also doctors and nurses, ward 5, Kilmarnock Infirmary; the Rev A Macara; and CWS for funeral arrangements. 32 Bilby Terrace, Irvine.

STREET - At Ayrshire Central Hospital, on 22nd June 1974, Agnes McBride, aged 85 years, beloved wife of the late Joseph Street, 30 Meadowside, Beith.

WILSON - At Ballochmyle Hospital, Irvine, on 23rd June 1974, Catherine Steel, aged 76 years, beloved wife of the late Samuel B Wilson, 109 Clark Drive, Irvine.


Susan

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There were quite a lot of Acknowledgements in the edition of 28th June 1974, so I'll post them in two batches.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

BAIRD - Mrs Baird and family wish to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes received in their recent sad bereavement; LOL 48, Black Chapter 411 and visiting brethren; Kilwinning Rangers; Doctors Forbes, Lynch and Huggins; also Rev W C Lavalette for services rendered; and Co-op for funeral arrangements. 69 Ladyford Avenue, Kilwinning.

BOWE - Jean, Norma and Margaret wish to thank relatives, friends, staff and workers of Monsanto and Cresta Knitwear for their kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes; also the Rev S Dunn and family doctor. 14 Greenwood Road, Dreghorn.

CAMBRIDGE - The sincere thanks of Mrs S Cambridge and family to all friends and neighbours for kindness and enquiries; to the Miss Clappers for all their help; for the many letters and cards; to the nurses in pavilion 11, Ayrshire Central Hospital ; to the Rev Iain Roy and Mr W Blair, undertaker, for all kindness and help freely given, our gratitude. 5 Morrison Avenue, Stevenston.

COCHRANE - The family of the late Mrs Jean Cochrane, formerly of 129 Barrie Terrace, Ardrossan, wish to thank all friends, neighbours and relatives for their kind condolences and beautiful floral tributes received in their recent sad bereavement. 5 Angus Avenue, Prestwick.

EDGAR - Mrs M Edgar and family wish to thank all relatives, friends, neighbours, and management, staff and workers of ICI for kind expressions of sympathy, cards and floral tributes received in their recent sad bereavement; Doctors S McCreadie and R Lynch for kind attention; the Rev C S Hill for spiritual comfort; and Mr J Reid for funeral arrangements. 24 Baird Avenue, Kilwinning.

FERRANS - Mr and Mrs Ferrans wish to thank all relatives, friends, neighbours, Children's Playgroup and Monsanto Textile employees for kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes received in their sudden sad bereavement; and to those who attended the service at the crematorium; also Doctor Watt; hospital staff of Kilmarnock Infirmary ;the Police; Rev David Ness for kind attention; and Mr K Cowan for funeral arrangements. 146 Castleview, Dundonald.

GARRY - The family of the late Mrs Elizabeth Garry wish to express their sincere thanks to relatives, friends and neighbours of Clyde Terrace and Lumsden Place for kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes received in their recent bereavement; also Rev Jean Thomson for spiritual comfort; doctors of South Beach Practice; District Nurses, especially Nurse Robertson; and CWS for funeral arrangements. 35 Lumsden Place, Stevenston.

GIFFNEY - Mr John Giffney and family wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for kind expressions of sympathy, letters and cards received in their recent bereavement.

HAMILTON - The family of the late Mrs Norah Hamilton wish to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for kind expressions of sympathy and floral tributes received; Sister and staff of Ravenspark Hospital; Mr Munro, Irvine, for services rendered; and CWS for funeral arrangements. 6 Ailsa Gardens, Ardrossan.

KENNEDY - Mrs Anna Kennedy and family wish to express their sincere thanks to relatives, friends and neighbours , old and new, for kind expressions of sympathy, cards and floral tributes recieved in their recent sad bereavement; thanks also to the management and staff of John Walkers, Hill Street, Kilmarnock; Springside Sunday School, Playscholl and Community Centre; also doctors and nurses in ward 3, Kilmarnock Infirmary; family doctor; a very special thanks to workers of Bond Bulk, John Walkers , for their kindness and faithful attention during my husband's long illness; also Rev R G Lawson for spiritual comfort; Irvine Co-operative for funeral arrangements; and the many friends who attended the crematorium. 24 Station Road, Springside.


Susan