IN MEMORIAM

Southland Times, Issue 25548, 16 December 1944, Page 4

IN MEMORIAM

BARTON. —In loving memory of Laura Barton, who died December 16, 1941. Memories of a wife and mother, so dear, Are treasured deep in our hearts from year to year.

—lnserted by her loving husband and daughter, Lydia. COOK.—In loving memory of our dear husband and father, who passed away at Ashburton on December 17, 1943.

So sadly missed. —lnserted by his wife and family. TAYLOR.—In loving memory of our dear father, David Gladstone, who passed away on December 15, 1943. It’s just one year today, dear father, We remember well our sorrow. We stood beside your bed. We tried so hard to keep you, But God knew what was best. —lnserted by Rob, Doll and family, Winton. TEMPLETON.—In loving remembrance of our husband and dad, who passed away on December 16, 1942. God’s gift, the years we had together. —lnserted by his loving wife and family and grandchildren. TEMPLETON.—In loving memory of our dear father, who passed away on December 16, 1942. "Ever Remembered.” " • —lnserted by his son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Reta, and grandson.

FOR THE EMPIRE’S CAUSE

ARMITAGE.—In memory of our loved son and brother. Corporal Frank Armitage, killed in action, Orsogna, Italy, December 15, 1943. Reinterred at Sangro River Cemetery. We think of him as himself, not greatly changed. As he once was individual, personal, lovable, as he is still. And one day we will meet again. A little further ahead, nearer maybe than we dare to dream or imagine, there in the sunshine the singing and the victory. —Remembered by his loving parents, brothers, Harry (Bougainville), Lewis (Italy) and Cyril (Dunedin). CLAY.—In loving memory of 244513 Pte. Robert Edgar Clay, who was killed in action in Italy, on December 16, 1943. Interred at Sangro River Military Cemetery. A wonderful son and brother only lent, One of the best God ever sent; A cheery smile, a heart of gold, The dearest son and brother the world could hold. A life made beautiful by kindly deeds, A helping hand for others’ needs: To a beautiful life came a sudden end, He died as Jje lived, everyone’s friend. —lnserted by his loving father, mother, sister and brothers. DOCHERTY.—In honour and loving memory of my dear brother, No. 16583 Private George Arthur Docherty, died of wounds, December 16, 1943, Italy. His voice keeps whispering softly, Dear ones, be brave and true; At the end of the lane of shadows, I’ll be waiting there for you. —lnserted by his loving sister and brother-in-law, Myrtle and Les, Riverton. DOCHERTY. —In honour and loving memory of our dearest Uncle George, died of wounds, December 16, 1943, Italy. “To live in the hearts of those we love, is not to die.’’ —lnserted by his loving niece and nephew, Myrtle and Graham, Riverton. GREIG. —In loving memory of my dear brother, Norman, died of wounds at El Alamein, December 16, 1942. The years may slowly come and go, But memories dwell forever; A brother so loyal, kind and true, Could be forgotten never. —lnserted by his loving brother, Percy. JONES.—In memory of Ken, 80334 Trp. K. J. Jones, killed in Italy, December 16, 1943. —lnserted by those who loved him. LAIRD.—In loving memory of our dear son and brother, 14475 Sergeant D. G. Laird, killed in action in Italy, December 17, 1943. It’s a long way from his old home To the land where he lies. Where he sacrificed his brave young life ’Neath sodden foreign skies. Just another brave colonial. Died for England at her call; But the long way from those who loved him, Is the longest way of all. —lnserted by his sorrowing parents, brother and sisters and nephews. LAIRD.—In loving memory of 14475 Sgt. Douglas George, killed in action, Italy, 1943. Memories are all I have left to treasure. —lnseretd by Ethel, Christchurch.