Social and Personal

SAMMUT. On December 8, at St Vincent de Paul, PAUL ANTHONY, 76, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Amelia, his sons Charles and his wife Marlene, Raymond and his wife Maria and Norman and his wife Susan, his grandchildren Rachel and her family and Malcolm, his brother Emanuel, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul home tomorrow for St Julian's parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.15 a.m., followed by interment in the family vault at the Sta Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Dar tal-Providenza in Siggiewi will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

VELLA. On December 8, EMMANUEL, 87 of Zejtun, residing in Kalkara, at St Luke's Hospital, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Alfred, widower of Melina, Dr George Vella and his wife Miriam, Violet, widow of Gaetano Grech, grandchildren Simone and her husband Saviour Fiteni, Kevin and his wife Mariosa, Claire and her husband Joseph Cuschieri, Helen and her husband Mark Scicluna, George and his wife Livia, Daniela and her husband Darrin Cassar, great grandchildren, in-laws and their families, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 3.15 p.m. for St Catherine's parish church, Zejtun where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3.45 p.m. followed by interment in the family vault at Zejtun Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar Nazareth and other charitable institutions in Zejtun would be appreciated.

Requiem Masses

A Mass for the repose of the soul of EDWARD CASTLES (ex-Showroom Manager, Philips Showrooms, Valletta), who died on Friday, October 25, will be said tomorrow at 6.30 p.m. at the Capuchins' chapel, Floriana. Old colleagues and friends are invited to attend.

In Memoriam

AMATO-GAUCI - JOSEPH. Treasured memories of a loving father and grandfather, today the seventh anniversary of his demise. Forever in our hearts. Philip, Terry Gera, Jean Soler, in-laws and grandchildren.

ATTARD - JOSEPH. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, today being the 13th anniversary of his death. Sadly missed by his wife Violet, his eight children, in-laws and grandchildren.

BLEASE. In loving memory of JOHN who passed away three years ago today. Always remembered. RoseMarie, Davinia, Martin, Natasha, Malcolm, Kathia and his grandchildren.

CAMILLERI. In memory of our beloved mother MARY née Agius, on the 13th anniversary of her death. Always remembered by her children, in-laws and grandchildren. May the Lord grant her eternal rest.

GRIMA - LAWRENCE. Treasured and unfading memories of a beloved father and grandfather, today the fifth anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Sadly missed by his children Mary, Joe, Julia, John, Christopher and their families.

MAGRO - NICHOLAS. Today the fourth anniversary of his demise. Treasured and loving memories of a wonderful and dear husband, loving father and grandfather. Sadly missed by his wife Annie, children Josette, Hermann and wife Monica, Nathalie and husband Ray and grandchildren Anthony Nicholas and Maria Roberta. Lord Jesus, hold him in Your tender, loving arms.

MILLER - MARY, widow of Arthur Vincent. Treasured memories of a dear, beloved mother, today the second anniversary of her death. Unforgettable in every way and forever in our thoughts and prayers. Her children Astrid and Adrian.

PICCININO - CHARLES "Buddy", 24.10'70-9.12.'88. Dearest Charles, I miss you dear son, you will always be my precious, little boy. Your face is in my dreams, your love is in my heart. The memories of you will always be a part of my life. Till I can hold you once again, be at peace. All my love, always, mummy.

PICCININO - CHARLES "Buddy".
Your life is a beautiful memory,
Your absence a silent grief.
Love you always, your brother James.

PICCININO - CHARLES "Buddy". On your anniversary.
I cannot halt the hand of time
Or live again the past
Within my heart are memories
That will forever last.
Lovingly remembered, Keith.

PICCININO - CHARLES "Buddy".
I cannot forget you
My loved one so dear.
Your memory grows sweeter
Year after year.
Rest well and in peace. Your nanna Polly.

PICCININO - CHARLES (Buddy). Fond memories of our beloved nephew. Sadly missed but never forgotten. Charles, Rita and family.

PICCININO - CHARLES (Buddy). Remembering a dear nephew on the 14th anniversary of his death. May he rest in peace. Auntie Edwige, uncle Charles, and cousins.

PICCININO - CHARLES "Buddy", 9.12.2002.
We remember that day
When you passed away,
We could not understand
Why God acted that way.
We remembered the days
And the happy moments we had.
We felt so empty,
It was so sad
Today we still miss you,
But we understand,
God took away the best
To look after the rest.
In loving memory of our dear friend Buddy. Chris, Jesmond and Tonio.

SAMMUT - MARY née Miggiani. In loving memory of a beloved sister and aunt, today the first anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Inez, Frank, nephews and nieces.

SAMMUT - MARY. Treasured memories of my unforgettable friend on the first anniversary of her demise. You are always in my thoughts and prayers. Vivien.

SANSONE. In loving memory of GiGi. Fondly remembered by his family on the second anniversary of his death.

Sidonia Enterprises Ltd

Christmas shutdown. Last trading day Tuesday, December 17, 2002, re-open, Thursday, January 2, 2003.

Klabb Hbieb Tal-Eden

Prize winners for December 2002: pizza and wine for two persons donated by Cafe de Capri, Senglea: Be31; two bottles Belnor sparkling wine donated by Antonio Piscopo Co. Ltd, Paola: Aq49, B49; two McDonald's Extra Value Meals donated by Hili Investments Ltd: Cb27; one harbour cruise donated by Captain Morgan Cruises, Sliema: I16; three bottles Dehollander liqueur donated by Master Wine Ltd, Naxxar: At13, Bc18, I41. Discounts: friends/members of the Klabb Hbieb tal-Eden are reminded that they can make use of the following discounts upon presentation of the Klabb's membership card and the official ID card: St James Hospital, Zabbar (7%); Tip Top Ltd (5%); A. Ch. Ohayon Co. Ltd. (5%); L. Balbi Ltd (5-10%); Mafinjo Court Holiday Flats, Marsalforn (5%); Marion's Beauty Salon, Fgura (10%); Pip Multiple Stores, Sliema (10%); Michele Peresso Ltd (5%); D. Tanti & Co. Ltd (5%); Ta' Xbiex Beauty Salon (10%); Empire Cinema, Bugibba (10%).

Christmas Cards Offer

The Mission Fund is donating a packet of 10 Christmas cards to those who make a donation before December 16, while stocks last. An official receipt is issued for every donation, which may be sent to the Mission Fund, St Joseph, 72/2, Triq il-Farinal, Mosta MST 07.

Spanish Scholarships

The Spanish government is offering long and short term scholarships for the academic year 2003/2004. Applications may only be made via internet after December 16. The closing date for applications is January 31.

www.becasmae.com, www.becasmae.es

Local Councils

Today's meetings
5.30 p.m. Gzira, Iklin; 6.00 p.m. Ghaxaq; 7.00 p.m. Sta Venera.

Anniversary Book Fair

The Salesians of Don Bosco are organising a book fair at St Patrick's School in Sliema from Wednesday to Sunday. It will be open from 9 a.m. to noon and from 3 to 8 p.m.

The fair is one of the events being organised by the Salesians in the run up to the anniversary next year of the centenary of their arrival in Malta.

What's On Today

Exhibitions
9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at the Museum of Fine Arts, South Street, Valletta, exhibition of drawings by Joseph Paul Cassar and Dutch artist Rineke Engwerda.
10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at the Cathedral Museum, Mdina, Biennale of Contemporary Christian Art - Malta 2002.