Crosby Herald from Crosby, Merseyside, England • 10

(h i t' 10 Crosby Herald Thursday June 24 1999 dedicated studying is rewarded with degree Answering your queries answer queries and offer assistance to Litherland Ward residents Alternatively if you cannot attend one of Cllr surgeries leave a message on 928 3434 VAL Naylor Litherland Ward Labour councillor hosts her first surgery for local residents tomorrow (Friday) Cllr Naylor will be available at Litherland Town Hall every Friday from 5pm to 630pm to Firefighter climbs ladder of success Final tribute for Mac THE FUNERAL takes place today of Mr Malcolm (Mac) Ascroft of Brownmoor Lane Mr Ascroft who was 91 was well known in the area as his family started and ran for many years Brownmoor Nurseries Mr Ascroft continued to live in the house next door to the nursery after his retirement and the sale of the business some years ago The service will take place at Thornton Crematorium at 2pm A further report will appear in next Herald Deaths Exam Congratulations HI A 34-YEAR-OLD fire officer from Crosby was among 600 people from all over the North West rewarded for years of hard work and dedication at a special ceremony recently Rob Pritchard was delighted to collect a BSc (Hons) degree gained via part-time study with the Open University at a graduation celebration held at Guild Hall With approximately 11 years service in the Merseyside Fire Brigade Rob had completed a number of examinations towards promotion With an eye on moving to senior management he was aware of the need to further his academic qualifications So at the age of 31 he turned to the OU to provide him with the flexibility he needed and a wide range of subjects to choose from He said: believed a broader area of study would benefit me personally and would enhance any future applications for promotion Having an interest in information technology I chose a course of study in 1996 which would further the skills and understanding I had already gained OU system allowed me to complete my degree within three years despite working shifts and having a young family Although it was a significant commitment the experience was very enjoyable and one that I would recommend to anyone studied whenever I got the chance even in work while on night shifts between call-outs and after station duties were completed Nothing is impossible! my graduation results came through at the end of last year I applied and have been accepted by Liverpool University to undertake a Masters Degree in Management which I'm now looking forward Using specially written texts radio and TV programmes audio and video cassettes and regular tutorial meetings with their allocated tutor and other students on their course OU undergraduates work hard to achieve the high standards necessary to attain their awards PETHICK On June 18th 1999 suddenly in hospital ROY aged 64 years Dearly beloved husband of Phoebe loving father of Ray Gwen Elizabeth Alexander and son in law Andrew much loved grandad of Joanne Heather and Jonathan Service at St John's Church Waterloo on Friday June 25th at 945 am followeo by cremation at Thornton Crematorium Flowers and further enquiries please to McCallum Tritton Sons 63 Holden Road East Waterloo Tel: 0151 931 2002 GARETH Congratulations on gaining 22 (Hons) Degree in Classical Studies at Liverpool University Lots of love Mum Dad Sian and Ryan MADDEN June 19th 1999 peacefully in hospital aged 69 years JOSEPH (NICK) Dearly loved husband of Jean dearly loved stepfather of karen and son in law Stephen Much loved grandad of Stuart Requiem Mass at SS Peter and Pauls' Church Crosby on Monday June 28th at 1130am followed by interment in SS Peter and Pauls' Churchyard Further enquiries to Peter Coyne Independent Funeral Service The Grovesnor 134-140 Stanley Rd Kirkdale L5 7QQ 0151 207 0222 Registered Charities Birthdays TRAILBLAZER Crosby firefighter Rob Pritchard celebrates gaining his Open University degreeoxtt GLENNON TONY WHEN SOMEONE YOU LOVE DIES An In Memoriam Gift towards Heart Research is a rewarding way of expressing your grief BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION Donations Sec Southport Committee Mr Owen 11 Merepark Drive Southport PR9 9FB McKEE On June 16th 1999 peacefully at Kemp Lodge Nursing Flome HENRY TERENCE (TERRY) Beloved husband of the late Christina dear uncle of Anne and Peter Service at St Faith's Church Crosby on Monday June 28th at 215 pm cremation following at Thornton Crematorium All enquiries to Leslie Humphreys 69 Liverpool Road Crosby L23 5SE Tel: 0151 924 4805 Family News? LET YOUR LOCAL NEWSPAPER SPREAD THE WORD For dulails ring Joan or Eileen on: 01704 530600 This cute little chap is 40 on Saturday Happy Birthday Love Marie John Catherine Joseph Funeral Services Coming of Age Yachtsman is ready for the big challenge A MAN who has lived with multiple sclerosis for more than a decade is rising to the challenge of one of the most gruelling yacht races Paul Fairfield 42 will take to the waves in the famous Fastnet race as part of the Multiple Challenge team which hopes to raise awareness of the condition which unites most of the crew Said Paul of Brenda Crescent Thornton: "I have been selected as part of a 10-man crew for what is a very demanding test of abilities are all in the same boat literally and metaphorically! This means we are powered on by a great sense of camaraderie MS sufferers our main aim is to show that life does not end with diagnosis of the condition In fact it can often be the start of something new! wrouid never have had the chance to be part of this yachting team were it not for my own diagnosis ten years ago It has really opened up the doors to something I enjoy and that gives me the freedom to MS is a crippling condition which can prevent sufferers from living normal lives but it will not stop Paul in his pursuit of a challenge He said: can no longer play squash or soccer but on a yacht I'm as good as anybody "My mobility and co-ordination are up to the job and we aim to sail as well as any other The courageous team are on the look-out for sponsorship to help them on their 600 mile journey in August If you can help call Paul on 0151-924 2193 MARTIN Michelle rWAi CALI TWT 0 -i AND SONS 0 HFUNERAL DIRECTORS ESTABLISHED OVER 45 YEARS AN INDEPENDENT FAMILY SERVICE We Have No Connection With Any Other Business Happy birthday! AGENTS FOR GOLDEN CHARTER PRE-PAID FUNERAL PLAN Head Office: 46 Mersey View Waterloo L22 PRIVATE CHAPELS OF REST AT: This little beauty is 18 on 25th June Happy Birthday Love Mum Dad Nicola and Andrew 63 Holden Road East Liverpool L22 and 221 Knowsley Road Bootle L20 It was smiles all round at the Knowles Nursing Home on Blundellsands Road West when resident Victoria Hanley celebrated her 90th birthday Victoria reached the landmark with cake flowers and cards among her birthday treats as well as visits from sons Colin and Formerly of Grasmere Gardens Victoria has lived at the Knowles for three years and is seen celebrating with carer Mary Williams (left) and deputy matron Mary Williamscode sjos99 (0151) 931 2002.