Social and Personal

BONELLO. On October 7, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Enid Eleine née Scicluna and David Alan, God's precious gift of a second-born daughter - CLOE, a very welcome sister to Abby. Thanks to all the staff at the maternity wing.

BUONTEMPO D'ANIENS. On October 5, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Notary Natasha née Attard and Dr Stefan Buontempo D'Aniens, God's precious gift of a first-born son - GIOVANNI. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to our family and all the staff at Capua Palace Hospital and the obstetrician.

BUSUTTIL. On October 6, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Pia née Borg Grech and Alan, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - ALANA. Thanks be to God and Holy Mary. Special thanks to the dedicated and caring staff of the maternity department at Capua Palace Hospital.

BUSUTTIL TONNA. On October 3, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Natasha and Marcus, God's precious gift of a daughter - MICHELLE, a welcome sister to Julia. Grateful thanks to the obstetrician, his colleagues and the wonderful staff at Capua Palace Hospital.

CASSAR. On October 10, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Anne Marie née Galea and Albert, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - CAITLIN. Thanks to the Holy Family. Special thanks to all the staff at the Maternity Unit and midwife Phyllis Sciberras.

DESPOTT. On October 7, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Sandra née Chetcuti and Richard, God's precious gift of a son - MARC, a welcome brother to Christina and Francesca. Special thanks to all the staff at the maternity wing.

FSADNI. On September 27, at St James Hospital, Annabelle and Ivan received with great joy, love, happiness and peace, their first precious daughter - ROSA ANGELICA, a special gift from God. Thanks to all the staff at St James Hospital for all their dedication and support. A big thank you also to our family for sharing with us such joy and for all the prayers said, especially to the Immaculate Conception and St Pio of Pietrelcina.

LOCANO. On October 9, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Marlene née Agius and Michael, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - ALESSIA. Thanks to all the staff at the maternity wing.

MICALLEF. On October 5, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Ekaterina née Leskova and Philip Martin, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - VERONICA DANIELA.

PACE. On September 28, at St James Hospital, to Mildred née Saliba and Christopher, God's precious gift of a daughter - MARIAH, a welcome sister to Nathaniel. Special thanks to the obstetrician and midwives Anna Calleja and Mariella Abela Camilleri.

SULTANA. On September 22, at St James Hospital, to Dorianne née Fenech and Jeremy, God's precious gift of a son - JUSTIN. Special thanks to the obstetrician and midwives Anna Calleja and Anna Croucher.

ZAMMIT GERMAN. On September 21, at St Philip's Hospital, to Cornelia née Falzon and Karl, God's gift of a son - ANDREW, a most welcome brother to Michael. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwife C. Scerri and the wonderful maternity staff.

ZAMMIT. On October 7, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Joanna née De Brincat and Paul, God's precious gift of a daughter - KRISTINA, a most welcome sister to Timothy. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the maternity staff for their excellent care and undivided attention.

Engagements

Mr STEPHEN GRECH and Miss SHARON VELLA
The engagement is announced between STEPHEN, son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Grech of Rabat, and SHARON, daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Vella of Rabat. Fr Joseph Galea blessed the ring.

Marriages

Mr ALBERTO BISAZZA and Miss KRISTEL SCHEMBRI
The marriage took place on October 5, at St Nicholas parish church, Siggiewi, between ALBERTO, son of Mr and Mrs John Bisazza of Sliema, and KRISTEL, daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Schembri of Siggiewi. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Claude Portelli. Dr Carlo Bisazza, the groom's brother, and Mr Alfred Baldacchino, the bride's uncle, witnessed the ceremony. Mr John Muscat carried out the duties of best man. The bride was attended by her sister, Ms Gail Schembri, Ms Sarah Bonello and Ms Christina Zarb Adami. Mr Kyle Schembri, the bride's brother, Mr Mark Vella, Mr Trevor Crockford, Mr James Vella Bamber and Mr Julian Pace acted as ushers. A reception was later held at Palazzo Parisio, Naxxar.

Mr KARL GIALANZÈ and Miss CLAUDIA CASALI
The marriage took place on October 12, at the Capuchin church of the Holy Cross, Floriana, between KARL, son of the late Anthony and Irene Gialanzè of The Gardens, St Julian's, and CLAUDIA, daughter of Mario and Erika Casali of Rimini, Italy. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Tony Agius. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr James Bugeja and Mr Luca Casali. Mr Stephen Coppini carried out the duties of best man, while Miss Simona Casali and Mrs Kristine Ann Coppini were bridesmaids. Mr Ian Sammut and Mr Adrian Scicluna Calleja acted as ushers. A reception, catered for by Island Caterers Ltd, was later held at Olive Gardens, Mdina.

Mr ALAN GOVÈ and Miss MARIA AQUILINA
Married recently at Lija parish church were ALAN, son of Mr and Mrs Emmanuel Govè of Balzan, and MARIA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Aquilina of Zurrieq. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Anselm Vella. The bride's aunt, Mrs Maria DeGiovanni, and the groom's sister, Mrs Maria Formosa, witnessed the wedding ceremony. Mr Stephen Govè and Mr Joseph Formosa, the groom's brother and brother-in-law respectively, carried out the duties of best men. The bride was attended by her cousins, Ms Roberta Caruana, Ms Sabrina Cachia and Ms Francesca Vella as bridesmaid, while Master Jean Govè and Master Matthew Formosa were pageboys. Mr Jason Aquilina, Mr Jeremy Cachia, the bride's brother and cousin respectively, together with Mr Luke Formosa, the groom's nephew, and Mr Alfred Buhagiar, the groom's cousin, acted as ushers. A reception was later held at Palazzo Promontorio, Wardija. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Scandinavia.

Mr GORDON SAMMUT and Miss KRISTA CACHIA
The marriage took place on October 4 at Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception parish church, Ta' l-Ibrag, between GORDON, son of Mr and Mrs Salvatore Sammut of Sliema, and KRISTA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Alfred R. Cachia of San Gwann. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Tony Agius. Mr Louis Tabone and Mr Simon P. Cachia were witnesses to the wedding ceremony. Mr Timo Neuvonen was best man. The bride was attended by Ms Vanessa Neuvonen. Jacques Sammut was ring-bearer. Mr Robert Caruana and Mr Alexis Borg acted as ushers. A reception was later held at Villa Mdina, Naxxar

Obituary

AQUILINA. On October 9, at St Luke's Hospital, FRANCIS X. (Moses), aged 78, passed peacefully away. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Lina, his children Mark, David, Eileen, Martin, Christine and their spouses, his grandchildren, his sister Helen Azzopardi, his sister-in-law Margaret Aquilina, nephews and nieces, Angela Grima, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
Mass praesente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 8 a.m. at St Paul Shipwrecked parish church, Valletta, followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

KIOMALL. We regretfully announce the loss of GASPARE, on October 11, aged 82, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Ursola, his children Edward, Christopher, Rita, John, Vincent, Victor, Mary-Rose, Monica, Mario, Joseph and Arthur, their spouses and grandchildren. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital for Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish church, Gzira, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Donations to Villa Mgr Gonzi, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

MERCIECA. On October 12, FRANCIS, aged 80, of Pietà, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Richard and his wife Miriam, Anna and her husband Joe Bugeja and Raymond and his wife Oriana, his grandchildren, other family and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 9 a.m. for Fatima parish church, Pietà, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

ZAMMIT HARRISON. On October 11, ERMELINDA, widow of Joseph, aged 89, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children, Victor and his wife June, Connie and her husband Laurence and Mario and his wife Josephine, her grandchildren Theresa and her husband Alexander Attard, Mark, Anthony, Sarah, Karen and Louisa, her great-grandchildren Luke, Samuel and Thomas, her sister Marie Vella of the US, Olga and her husband Victor Eminyan, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence tomorrow at 1.30 p.m. for St Anne parish church, Marsascala, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated. God grant her eternal rest.

In Memoriam

AZZOPARDI. In loving memory of OLIVER, today the first anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed but so fondly remembered by all his family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BORG - PHILIP. Treasured memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather on the seventh anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed but so fondly remembered by his wife Doris, daughters Lilian and Loraine and son Marco and their families.

CUSCHIERI. In sweet remembrance of JOHN and MARIA. Sr Olga, Marlene and Joe, Josephine, in-laws and grandchildren. Divine Mercy, we trust in You.

de' CONTI MANDUCA - SUE, 23.04.51-13.10.96. Our innocent 'angel'. Now six years apart. We still have heavy hearts. Ave Maria. Her brothers, sisters and their families.

DE GIORGIO - CHARLES. In memory of a dear husband on the 31st anniversary of his demise. Always remembered by his wife and children.

DRURY - Captain ALFRED JOHN DRURY. In loving memory of my dearest husband who passed away 11 years ago today. Beatrix.

FARRUGIA. In loving memory of CARMELO (il-Faru), on the first anniversary of his passing away. Fondly remembered and greatly missed by his wife Doris, daughters Pauline, Mariella and her husband Karmenu, son Nicky and his wife Lynn and his grand-daughters Nicole, Dayna and Kirsty.
If tears could build a stairway
And memories a lane,
We'd walk right up to heaven
And bring you back again.
The family.
Love your Nannu while you may
We would give the world
And more
To have ours here today.
The girls.

MUSCAT - SPIRIDIONE. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who left this world a year ago.
Though death divides,
Fond memories cling
Till we meet again.
Your loving wife Mary, children Amy and Charles, Walter, Lino and Margaret, Isabelle and Wilfred and in-laws.

SPITERI PARIS - JULIAN, 16.10.87-17.10.95. In loving memory of a dear son and brother on the seventh anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts. Albert, Antoinette, Christine and Andrea.

VELLA - FELICIA of San Gwann, died on 3.10.82, aged 71. Fondly remembered by her husband Carmelo Vella, her nine children and their respective families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

ZAMMIT - CARMELA. Fond memories of a dear mother who died 13 years ago. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said today at 11.30 a.m. at the Holy Trinity parish church, Marsa.

Prayer To Our Lady

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, and sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto thee, O virgin of virgins. My mother! To thee I come; before thee I stand sinful and sorrowful. O mother of the word incarnate! Despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen. St Bernard. Grace received, September 2, 2002.

Oriental Canteen By Dynasty

The Oriental Canteen at Dar l-Emigrant, Castille Place, Valletta, serving fast food to eat in or take away, is now open for lunch only, Monday to Friday. Dynasty operates a fast food restaurant in the city of London and we have now opened here, offering the same fast service to the very busy ladies and gentlemen working in Valletta. It will be a non-smoking restaurant.

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
Floriana Dispensary, 23, St Anne Street, Floriana;
Fra Diego Dispensary, 94, Villambrosa Street, Hamrun;
Anici Pharmacy, Anici Street, Qormi;
St Theresa Pharmacy, 207, Main Street, Birkirkara;
O' Hea Pharmacy, 128, Manoel Street, Gzira;
Pembroke Pharmacy, Plot 87, Pembroke, St Andrews;
Edward's Pharmacy, 115, Manwel Dimch Street, Sliema;
Il-Mehriez Pharmacy, 4, Giovanni Curmi Street, Iklin;
Sghajtar Pharmacy, Sghajtar Road, Mosta;
St Simon Pharmacy, 8, Islets Promenade, Bugibba;
St Monica Pharmacy Bereux', St Monica Street, Paola;
Vittoriosa Pharmacy, 9, Main Gate Street, Vittoriosa;
St Anne Pharmacy, Triq il-Qaliet, Marsascala;
Gudja Pharmacy, 25, St Ciro Street, Gudja;
Salus Pharmacy, 21, Republic Square, Zurrieq;
Santa Marija Pharmacy, 60, Triq l-Ghasfura, Zebbug;
St Anthony Pharmacy, 18, Main Street, Rabat;
Castle Pharmacy, 2, Independence Square, Victoria, GOZO;
Pisani Pharmacy, Sannat Road, Sannat.