BORG. On March 24, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Romina née Gatt and Karl, God`s precious gift of a first-born son - MAX. Thanks to the obstetrician and paediatrician at Capua and all the staff at the hospital. Special thanks to midwife Marie Sciberras.
CUTAJAR. On April 3, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Sarah née Montebello and Anthony, God`s precious gift of a son - NICK, a welcome brother to Daniel. Heartfelt thanks to all the staff of the maternity ward at Capua Palace Hospital.
GAUCI. On April 3, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Roseanne née Farrugia and Stephen, God`s precious gift of a first-born daughter - RACHEL. Thanks be to God. Thanks to the obstetrician, pediatrician, all the staff of the obstetric unit at Capua Hospital, parents, relatives and friends.
GRECH. On March 22, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Cinzia née Pitrè and Colin, God`s precious gift of a first-born son - LUKE. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the consultant, doctors, the dedicated midwives and all the staff for their constant attention and support.
SAMMUT. On April 2, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Julie née Falzon and Joseph, God`s precious gift of a first-born daughter - LEANNE. Special thanks to the doctor and all the staff at the obstetric department for their care and dedication.
Obituary
CALLEJA. On April 7, at his residence in Victoria, Gozo, JOSEPH, aged 75 passed peacefully away. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Rose, his children George, Mario and his wife Lina, Joseph, his grandchildren Joel and Nadia, his sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law and their respective families, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Gozo General Hospital, today, at 5.15 p.m. for Republic Street, Victoria and a cortege will be held at 5.30 p.m. to the Gozo Cathedral where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 6 p.m. followed by interment at St Mary`s Cemetery.
CASTILLO. On April 8, JOSEPHINE née Gouder, widow of Arthur, passed peacefully away, aged 91. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughters Marion, Vivien, Claudia, wife of Mario Corrieri, Angela Aspel, Bertha, wife of Anthony Ellul, Rosaire Camilleri, Theresa, wife of Adrian Pace Bardon, Barbara, wife of Christopher Laferla, her sons Albert and his wife Vivienne, Stanley and his wife Jane, Anthony and his wife Carmen, her 25 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, her brother-in-law Major Victor Castillo and her sister-in-law Lena Gouder, her nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke`s Hospital tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for the Annunciation parish church, Balzan, where a concelebrated Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m., followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.
In Memoriam
BARBARA. In loving memory of a dear son and brother, VANNI, today the ninth anniversary of his demise. Never forgotten by his dear mother Ersilia and his sisters Marianne, Josephine, Olga and Isabel and their respective families. Vanni, you are always in our hearts and prayers.
BORG - ALPHONSE M. of Hamrun. Today the fourth anniversary of his departure to Our Lord. Fondly remembered by his seven children and their families.
DARMANIN - CHARLES. In ever loving memory of our dear father, today the 36th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his sons Donald and George.
GALEA - BEATRICE. Treasured memories of a dearly beloved mother, today the eighth anniversary of her meeting with the Risen Lord. Always remembered by her children Vincent, Marion, Eileen, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
MAMO - JOE. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by your daughters Nathlene and Stephanie, today the 11th anniversary of his death.
MAMO - JOSEPH. Unfading memories of a dear son, brother and uncle, especially today the 11th anniversary of his demise. So dearly loved, so sadly missed. Dad, Alfred, Henriette and Albert, Doreen and Emanuel, Vanessa and Clarissa, Nathaniel, Nicolette and Francesca. A prayer is solicited.
PAPAGIORCOPULO - EVELYN. In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, today the 39th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by all her family. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
PAPAGIORCOPULO - EVELYN. Treasured memories of a dearest mother and grandmother, today the 39th anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Josie, Lina, John, George and Mark.
SPITERI - JOSEPH. Treasured memories of a very dear and loving husband, father and grandfather, on the eighth anniversary of his death.
Your life was full
Of kindly deeds,
A helpful hand to those in need.
A happy smile, a heart of gold
No finer man
This world could hold.
Forever in our daily thoughts and prayers. His wife Kate, his children Charles, Margaret Falzon, Patricia Valentino, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
THEUMA - Dr LOUIS THEUMA M.D. Today the 24th anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts and thoughts. His wife Maria and children Adrian, Christine and Corinne.
Power Cuts
There will be power cuts for maintenance purposes today from 7 to 10.30 p.m. in Valletta in Republic Street between San Gwann and Melita streets, and in Melita Street between Republic and Old Bakery streets; from 7.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Birkirkara in Paul Borg Olivier, Manoel Vilhena, l-Ahwa Hyzler, Joseph A. Deacon, Gorg Borg, Dun V. Saliba, A. Sammut and il-Vittmi tal-Gwerra streets, in parts of iz-Zerniq Street and in Pjazza l-Eroj; and in Rabat in the tal-Hemsija area; from 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. in Tarxien in San Xmun Street; from 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. in Fgura in Titu Bransma, il-Buqexrem, Cospicua, tal-Gallu, Hompesch, il-Karmnu, il-Kitba, tal-Klerku, Wistin Levanzin, Mater Boni Consilii, it-Taghlim, is-Sur, l-Iskola, Amabile Sisner, Louis Schickluna, Sant`Antnin, San Xmun, San Gwann, ir-Ruzell, il-Pepprin and Giacomo Matteotti streets, in Vjal Kottoner and in Pjazza Patri Redent Gauci.
Examination Certificates
Certificates in respect of the London Chamber of Commerce & Industry - Series 4 2002 Examinations have now been received and may be collected from the Examinations Department in Floriana or the Examinations Centre in Victoria.
Certificates can only be collected on presentation of the candidates` identity card and result slip.
If the certificate is collected by the parent, the ID card of both the parent and the candidate should be presented.
Junior Chamber
Vodafone Malta Limited has renewed its support for Junior Chamber Malta and will be the main sponsor for JCM`s 4th National Convention scheduled to be held in September. This organisation, which is affiliated to Junior Chamber International (JCI), provides young people with the opportunity to contribute to the development and enhancement of the economic infrastructure, prosperity and wellbeing of different countries.
Youth Talent Concert
The Salesian community in Malta is giving a youth talent concert at the Westin Dragonara Resort in St George`s tomorrow at 7.30 p.m.
Taking part are Jean Noel Attard on violin, Ian Borg on oboe, Fiorella Camilleri on flute, and Cecilia Sultana de Maria on harp. The il-Pepprin youth choir will make its debut.
Tickets may be obtained from St Patrick`s in Sliema, tel. 21 330238.
Water Cuts
The water supply will be disrupted for maintenance purposes today in St Andrew`s, Bahar ic-Caghaq, parts of Swieqi and parts of Pembroke, the Water Services Corporation said.
Local Councils
Today`s meetings
5.00 p.m. Lija.
5.30 p.m. Mtarfa, Balzan.
6.00 p.m. St Julian`s.
6.30 p.m. Pembroke.
President`s Engagements Today
10 a.m. the President pays an official visit to Safi, accompanied by the mayor and councillors.
6.30 p.m. at the Palace, Valletta, the President receives Ninu Zammit, Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries.
What`s On Today
Lecture
6 p.m. at the Foundation for International Studies, Valletta, lecture by Prof. Dr Eberhard Schockenhoff on "Anthropology and Ethics in Thomas Aquinas".
Exhibitions
8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at the Museum of Fine Arts, South Street, Valletta, exhibition of drawings by Italian artist Lilli Romanelli and lithographs by Picasso, Matisse, Dufy, Braque and Leger from the David Elyan Donation.
9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at the Mdina Cathedral Museum, studies by Dr Joseph Schembri on Durer and Rembrandt.
9.30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4.30 to 8 p.m. at Cleland and Souchet, Portomaso, exhibition of oil paintings by Nickie Sultana.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at St James Cavalier, Valletta, Fondazzjoni Patrimonju Malti exhibition of Antique Furniture in Malta.
At the Russian Centre for Science and Culture, Valletta, exhibition of images of Our Lady in Russian artistic crafts.