ROLL OF HONOUR IN MEMORIAM

Press, Volume LXXXIII, Issue 25375, 24 December 1947, Page 1

ROLL OF HONOUR IN MEMORIAM

NEWTON—In loving memory of a dear son and brother, Gerald, 81291, killed in action in Italy, December 24, 1943. Not just to-day, but every day, We remember you. —lnserted by his loving father, mother, and sisters.

SEARLE—In loving memory of our eldest son, 459631 Private Mervyn John, killed in action. Senio river, Italy, December 24, 1944; aged 21 years. Memories are treasures no one can steal. Death leaves a wound no one can heal. Some may forget you, now you are gone. But we will remember, no matter how long. —lnserted by mum and dad. SEARLE—In proud and loving memory of our dear brother. Mervyn John, killed in action. Italy. December 24. 1944. Duty called him. he was there To do his bit and take his share; His heart was true, his spirit brave. Now he rests in a hero’s grave. —lnserted by Aleck, Selwyn, and Errol. SEARLE—In loving memory of a dear brother. Private Mervyn John Searle, killed in Italy, December 24, 1944. Another year brings round the day.

That tore thee from our hearts away, But every passing year imparts Fresh loving memories to our hearts. —lnserted by sister and brother-in-law, Thelma, Ted and family. SEARLE—In loving memory of my dear brother, 459631 Private Mervyn John, killed in action in Italy December 24. 1944. A cheery face, a heart of gold. One of the best this world could hold. —lnserted by his loving sister, Mavis.

SEARLE—In loving memory of Private Mervyn John Searle, killed in action. Italy. December 24, 1944.

Time passes, but memory stays. Loved and remembered by us always. —lnserted by Auntie Ada and Uncle Syd. THOMPSON—In loving memory of Private A. C. Thompson, of Waiau. killed in action in France. December 25, 1917.

Ever remembered. —lnserted by his loving sisters and brothers.