BORG. On December 6, suddenly in London, JOHN JOSEPH sive JOHNNIE, aged 46, son of the late John Borg and Mary née Meli, formerly of Valletta and residing in London, passed away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his great loss his beloved mother Mary née Meli, his sisters Maria and her husband Edgar Borg, Rita and her husband Emmanuel Tabone, his brother Francis, nephews Christian and Anthony, nieces Lara and Martha, his former wife Paula Surleau, his aunt Maria and her husband Anthony Pirotta, his uncle Joseph F. Borg and his wife Pauline, cousins in Malta, relatives and friends in Malta and London.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery Chapel where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment at the same cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord grant him eternal rest.
GARCIA. On December 12, at St Luke's Hospital, Fr JOSEPH GARCIA, OFM Cap., passed peacefully away, aged 72. He leaves to mourn his loss the Franciscan Capuchins, his brothers John, Emanuel, Alfred and their respective wives, his sisters Connie and Hilda and their respective husbands, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral will be held today at 9 a.m. at Kalkara Capuchin church, followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.
CAUCHI. On December 12, at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, LINO, aged 67, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his dear wife Alice née Cutajar, his sister Mary and her husband Furtu, his brother Joe and his wife Therese, Paul and his wife Mary, his mother-in-law Catherine, Joe and Mary, Mary and Amante, Lino, Antoinette, Charles and Gladys, Irene and Alfred, Roland and Mary Rose, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. RIP.
The funeral leaves Sir Paul Boffa Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Francis Church in Villambrosa, Hamrun, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment in the family vault at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request, but donations to Dar tal-Providenza would be appreciated.
PERIC. On December 9, in Sicily, under tragic circumstances, ZARKO, aged 40. Greatly missed by his wife Cathy née Xuereb, his sons Vasilije, Luca and Sasha, his sister Gordana and her children Ognjen and Sasa, his parents-in-law Joanna and Albert Xuereb, his sister-in-law Anna and her husband Stephen Paris and their children Timmy and Nicki, together with other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves Zammit Clapp Hospital today at 2.30 p.m. A short ceremony will be held at 3.15 p.m. at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel (entrance through top gate), followed by interment. No flowers by request but donations to the Daniel Delicata Foundation will be greatly appreciated. I dalje ces grejati nasa srca. Pocivaj u miru i neka ti je laka zemlja. You will still keep our hearts warm. Rest in peace. Let the earth be light for you.
In Memoriam
CASSAR. In loving memory of dear CARMEL on the first anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Mary and daughter Antoinette.
CORDINA - CARMELO, whose life was dedicated to the love and welfare of his family. Remembered today on the 20th anniversary of his demise with love, respect, gratitude and admiration by his children Joe, Iro, Anthony, Doris, Gaetano, Annie and Miriam, their respective spouses and grandchildren. Always in our hearts and prayers. A Mass in his memory will be said today at 7 p.m. at tas-Samra church, Hamrun.
MIFSUD - GAETANO. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, today the first anniversary of his death. Always in our hearts and prayers. His wife Pauline, his children Antoinette, Alfred and Carmen, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PACE MOORE. Treasured memories of our beloved mother GIOVANNA, today the 33rd anniversary of her death. Her sons and daughter.
SCHRANZ. In loving memory of NELLO and MARY. Please remember them in your prayers. Their nephew and nieces.
SCICLUNA PECORELLA - DOREEN. Treasured memories of a beloved and devoted mother and sister on the fifth anniversary of her demise. So sadly missed and never forgotten by her children Mark, Corinne and Moyra, her sisters May, Sophie, Anna and Nancy, her brother Ton and their families. Always in our hearts and prayers. Remembered with love, respect, gratitude and admiration. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
ZAMMIT. In loving memory of our beloved CAROL née Holland on the ninth anniversary of her death. Simon, Annabel and David.
ZAMMIT - CAROL née Holland. In sweet and loving memory of my dear grand-daughter on the ninth anniversary of her passing away. Josephine Scerri.
ZAMMIT - CAROL née Holland. Treasured memories of our beloved daughter, today the ninth anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Margaret and John.
ZAMMIT - CAROL née Holland. On the ninth anniversary of her demise. Always in our hearts and prayers. Harry, Rose and family.
ZAMMIT - CAROL. A dear sister-in-law. You are always in my heart and thoughts. Steffie.
ZAMMIT. In sweet remembrance of a very dear friend, CAROL née Holland, on the ninth anniversary of her death. Her school friends.
Sidonia Enterprises Ltd
Christmas shutdown. Last trading day Tuesday, December 17, 2002, re-open, Thursday, January 2, 2003.
Ta' Marija Restaurant
Wednesday night is extravaganza night with excellent Maltese food, folklore dancing and roving guitars and mandolins. Friday night is live party night with vocalist Keith Camilleri, Malta Song for Europe contestant. Saturday night, live music and dancing with Stringfellas. Sunday family lunch for only Lm5.50 per person. À la carte menu always available. For reservations phone Ta' Marija Restaurant, Mosta, on 21434444.
Donation For A Poinsettia
People making a donation to Caritas at a number of specially collection points today and tomorrow will be given a poinsettia.
The collection points are Plaza Shopping Centre in Sliema, Pirella Supermarket in Zabbar, City Gate in Valletta, Bay Street in St Julian's, Xatt is-Sajjieda in Marsaxlokk, the church parvis in Hamrun, Gallerija shopping complex in Fgura, il-Fortizza in Sliema, the main entrance to Mdina, the Mosta market in Constitution Street, the picnic area in Hal-Far, the market in Rabat, the picnic area in Ta' Qali and Savoy arcade in Valletta.
US Embassy
The US Embassy has new telephone numbers, with immediate effect.
The general number is tel. 2561 4000; the public affairs section/The American Centre number is tel. 2561 4147. The fax numbers remain unchanged: US Embassy 21 243229; public affairs section/The American Centre 21 246917.
Lottery Winners
The holder of ticket 88704 has won the first prize in the lottery for jewellery organised by the Eden Foundation. Other prizes were won by the holders of the tickets 26361, 70103, 28864 and 19565.
President's Engagements Today
10 a.m., at Disneyland Ward, Karin Grech Hospital, Guardamangia, the President visits a philanthropic activity organised by the Daniel Delicata Memorial Association.
6 p.m., at Palace Square, Valletta, the President and Mrs de Marco preside over the illumination of the Christmas tree ceremony.
7.30 p.m., the President and Mrs de Marco visit the Malta Open Dance 2002 organised by the Malta Wheelchair Danceport Association in Msida.
8.30 p.m., at the Ice Skating Rink, Paceville, the President and Mrs de Marco attend the Christmas on Ice initiative by the Eden Ice Arena in aid of the Malta Community Chest Fund.
What's On Today
Concert/Theatre
8 p.m at the Manoel Theatre, Valletta, "Teatru Unplugged".
8.30 p.m. at Ta' Cenc Hotel, Sannat, Christmas concert organised by Helping Hands Group.
Exhibitions
9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at Museum of Fine Arts, Valletta, exhibition of drawings by Joseph Paul Cassar and Dutch artist Rineke Engwerda.
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mediterranean Conference Centre, art exhibition by Olaug Vethal.
9.30 a.m. to 7 p.m. at St Helen Band Club, Birkirkara, exhibition by Die Cast and Scale Model Society.
10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at the Cathedral Museum, Mdina, Biennale of Contemporary Christian Art - Malta 2002.
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 7.30 p.m. at the De Porres Cultural Centre, Sliema, exhibition of paintings and sculptures by Bulgarian artist Ventzislav Metchev.
At St James Cavalier, Valletta, exhibition of African art and exhibition of cartoons by Maurice Tanti Burlò.
At National Labour Centre, Hamrun, exhibition of paintings by Alex Dalli.
At Bank of Valletta head office foyer, Sliema, retrospective exhibition of works by Pawl Carbonaro.
At the Trade Fair Grounds in Naxxar, national art competition exhibition, to mark the 150th anniversary of the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce.
Pharmacies Open Tomorrow
Malta 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
St Publius Pharmacy, 48, Gunlayer Street, Floriana;
St Gaetan Pharmacy, P.P. Mifsud Street, Hamrun;
St George's Pharmacy, 401, Main Street, Qormi;
St Jude Pharmacy, 213, Valley Road, Birkirkara;
Deby's Pharmacy, 1, Quarries Square, Msida;
J.V.'s Pharmacy, Swieqi Valley, Swieqi;
St Francis Pharmacy, 293, Manwel Dimech Street, Sliema;
Medica Pharmacy, Naxxar Road, Balzan;
St Louis Pharmacy, Calì Street, Mosta;
St Paul's Bay Pharmacy, 504, Main Street, St Paul's Bay;
Fleming Pharmacy, 65, Zabbar Road, Paola;
Kalkara Pharmacy, 8, Archbishop Gonzi Square, Kalkara;
St James Pharmacy, Is-Sliem Square, Zabbar;
Gerada Pharmacy, 46, Mater Boni Consilii Street, Zejtun;
Prestige Pharmacy, 16, St Joseph Street, Kirkop;
Santa Marija Pharmacy, 60, Triq l-Ghasfura, Zebbug;
Ideal Pharmacy, 63, Main Street, Rabat;
Palm Pharmacy, 2, Palm Street, Victoria, Gozo;
St Joseph Pharmacy, 28, Pjazza San Guzepp, Qala.