FOR THE EMPIRE’S CAUSE In Memoriam

Otago Daily Times, Issue 26027, 15 December 1945, Page 1

FOR THE EMPIRE’S CAUSE In Memoriam

BAIN.—In loving memory of Donald Duncan Bain, killed in Italy, December 15, 1943. ” His duty nobly done. Inserted by Auntie Mary and all at Kakanui. BAIN —in memory of cousin, Don, who sacrificed his life on December 15, 1943. Always remembered. —Sylivia and all, Kakanui. BURNS.—In loving memory of our dear brother, George, killed in Italy, December 15, 1943. “ Solnetime we’ll understand. —lnserted by his brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Tot. COOMBE.—In loving memory of Cyril (Sid), killed on Sangro River. December 15, .1943; also Hughie, died in Italy, April 14 1944.—Inserted by lan, Jess, and Joan. DENTON.—In loving memory of my dear brother, Jack (Buster), killed in action, Italy, on December 15, 1943. He died that we might live. God bless him and keep him safe until we meet again. —lnserted by his loving brother, Percy. FERGUSON.—In loving memory of dad, Private D. L. Ferguson, 9157, 2nd N.Z.E.F., died of wounds at Christchurch, December 15, 1944.— Inserted by his son. GRAFFIN.—In loving memory of our dear son and brother, Sapper James Graffin, killed in action in Italy. December 15, 1943. K.I.P. A tender link of memory ■ls brought to us to-day, Loving thoughts of you, dear Jim. Will never fade away. i —lnserted by his mother, father, sisters, and brothers. GRAFFIN.—In proud and loving memory of dear Jim, killed in action on December 15, 1943. R.l.P.— Ever remembered by Dave, Lottie, and Colleen. HERBISON. memory of 80686 Trooper Thomas B. Herbison, ‘killed in action, Italy, December 16, 1943. Though his smile is gone for ever And his hand we cannot touch, We never will lose sweet memories Of the one we loved so much —lnserted by his loving wife and wee son, Rodney. HERBISON.—In loving memory of our dear son and brother, Thomas Borthwick, killed in action in Italy, December 16, 1943. Not just to-day, but every day, In silence we remember. —lnserted bv his loved ones at Green Island and Margaret, Timaru. HERBISON.— In sad and loving memory of our dear son-in-law. Tom, killed in action, Italy, December 16, 1943. There is a little white cross on a lonely grave In a land we may never see. But as long as life and memory last, dear Tom, We will remember thee. —lnserted by Mrs Lanauze and family, Green Island, Jack and Murray (overseas). HOMER.—In proud and loving memory of 9449 Sgt. Melvin Homer, killed in action December 16, 1942. How are you dead? The imprint of your living Is on the lives of those you held most dear. . . You are not dead, but only past all . sorrow, , . , Beyond the touch of danger and of fear. So shall your loved ones love and keep you living, Speaking your name in steadfastness and pride, „ , Knowing that though your mortal self is sleeping, , , While we remember you, you have not died. —lnserted by his loving parents, sisters and brothers. JOHNSTON.—In loving memory of our dear son, killed in action December 15, 1943. Many a lonely heartache, Often a silent tear; Always a sad, sad longing 1 For the dear one we loved so dear. father. JOHNSTON.—In loving memory of my dearest brother, Bob, killed in action December 15, 1943. It does not need a special day to bring you to our mind, For days without a thought of you are very hard to find; Some may forget you, now you are gone, But we will remember, no matter how long. —lnserted by his loving sister, Annie, of Auckland. * JOHNSTON.—In loving; memory of our dear brother, Private Robert Gilbert, killed in ‘ action in Italy, December 15, 1943. Not just to-day, but every day In silence we remember. —lnserted by his loving sisters and brothers. SANDERSON.—In memory of my loved husband, Albert Leonard Sanderson, killed in England, December 15, 1941. ** Requiescat in pace.” SHIRREFFS. Proud and loving memory of our son and brother, Trooper Rolfe Jefferson, 63067, 18th Armd. Regt., killed in action, Italy, December 15 1943. ” Remembrance keeps you near. —lnserted by his mother, father, and sister. TILSON.—In proud and loving memory of our dear brother and uncle, 300855, Private David Harold Tilson, killed in action, Italy, December 15, 1943. ” Remembrance.”—lnserted by Len, Nessie, Jean and Eunice. TILSON.—In loving memory of our dear brother and uncle, 300855 Pte. David Harold, killed in action, Italy, December 15, 1943. “ Fondly remembered.”—lnserted by his loving sister, Lily, and Alan. WATSON.—In loving memory of our dear son and brother, Cpl. Leslie William (Doc) Watson, of Ophir, killed in action in Italy on December 15, 1943. A loving smile, a happy face, A broken link we cannot replace Many a lonely heartache, Often a silent tear. But always that loving memory Of one we loved so dear. —lnserted by his parents, brothers, and sisters. WATSON.—In loving memory of our dear brother and uncle, Corporal Leslie William Watson, killed in action in Italy, December 15, 1943. When the peace bells were ringing And the world was bright and gay, Our thoughts were for a lonely grave So far away. —lnserted by his sister, Elizabeth, and family, Ophir. ' ,