ARRIGO. On January 23, at St James Capua Hospital, to Claire née Gatt and Kurt, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - LIVIA.
AVELLINO. On January 16, to Tanya née Bezzina and Adrian, God's precious gift of a son - ANDREW JAMES, a most welcome brother to Jean-Paul.
BORG FERRANDO. On January 15, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Stephanie née Micallef and Kevin, God's precious gift of a son - DANIEL LUKE, a most welcome brother to Sarah Clarice. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to the obstetricians, midwife Maria Agius Portelli and all the maternity staff for their dedication and support.
CALLUS. On January 21, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Jacqueline and Leonard, God's precious gift of a son - DAVID, a welcome brother to Janis and Leona. Thanks be to God and St Leonard. Special thanks to the doctor and staff.
CAMILLERI. On December 29, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Ann née Abela and Peter, God's precious gift of a first-born son - MICHAEL. Deo gratias et Mariae.
CAUCHI. On January 16, at St James Capua Hospital, to Marianne née Rossi and Christian, God's precious gift of a daughter - TARA, a welcome sister to Kieran. Special thanks to the dedicated midwives, Lilian, Marie and Nathalie and all the staff at St James Capua Hospital.
D'AGOSTINO. On January 20, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Romina née Cilia and Simon, God's precious gift of a second son - DAVID, a most welcome brother to Nicholas. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to all the maternity staff, especially midwives Doreen Cassar and Carmen Wareing.
DEMARCO. On January 17, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Rene née Agius and Sandro, God's most precious gift of twin daughters - GIULIA and LAURA. Thanks be to God, the Blessed Virgin and Padre Pio. Special, heartfelt thanks to midwife Dorianne Cutajar and all the staff for their excellent attention and dedication.
DINGLI. On January 9, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Marcelle née Magro and Abijel, God's precious gift of a daughter - ADJEL, a most welcome sister to Gaghel. Thanks to God and the Blessed Virgin Mary. Special thanks to midwife Charmaine Muscat and the staff at the post-natal.
FELICE. On January 11, at St James Capua Hospital, to Roberta née Buhagiar and Tony, God's precious gift of a second-born daughter - MARTHA, a most welcome sister to Maria.
GRIMA. On January 22, at St James Capua Hospital, to Elena Chrefer and Paul, God's precious gift of a first-born son - SERGIO. Deo gratias et Mariae. Thanks be to St Pio of Pietrelcina. Special thanks to midwives Lilian and Marie.
MAGRO. On January 17, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Loredana née Testa and Bryan, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - NIAMH. Special thanks to midwife Miss Mariella Chetcuti and all the staff.
SANT. On January 11, at St James Capua Hospital, to Claire née Sinagra and Noel, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - KRISTINA. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the staff at St James Capua Hospital.
VALLETTA. On January 12, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Erika née Borg Busuttil and Jonathan, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MARTINA. Deo gratias et Mariae.
Engagements
Mr EDWARD GRECH, B.Com. (Hons.) and Miss LOUISE ABELA, B.Ed. (Hons.)
The engagement is announced between EDWARD, son of Laurence and Lilian Grech of Birkirkara, and LOUISE, daughter of Paul and Carmen Abela of Rabat. Fr Richard S. Grech, OFM, blessed the rings.
Obituaries
BLAKE. On January 25, at her residence in St Julian's, VINCENZA née Farrugia, aged 74, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband John, her daughters Maryanne and her husband Joe Micallef, Roseanne and her husband Ray Abela, Lucienne and her husband Dr Ray Vella, her sons Stephen and his wife Polly, Jason and his wife Claire, her beloved grandchildren Matthew, Katya, Mandy, Hannah, Francesca, Nikki, Jonathan and Sophie, her brothers and sisters, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves Zammit Clapp Hospital today at 2 p.m. for Balluta parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Hospice Movement will be appreciated.
May God grant her eternal peace.
CARUANA. On January 25, ALFRED, of Mosta, aged 65, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his great loss his wife Mary, his children Ruben and his wife Nadette, Pauline and her husband Freddie, and Godwin, his grandsons Julian, Luke and Ryan, his brothers Giustino, Fr John, a missionary in Brazil, his sisters Carmena and her husband Karmenu Chetcuti, Polly and her husband George Vella, and Tessie and her husband Giuseppe Camilleri, his sisters-in-law Maria, widow of Giulino, and Carmen, widow of Joe, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Sir Paul Boffa Hospital today at 1.45 p.m. for Mosta parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at Mosta cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar il-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.
DARMANIN. On January 24 at St Luke's Hospital, BERNADETTE (Benny), née Bajada, aged 67, passed away suddenly comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Alfred, her son Lawrence and his wife Hajit, her daughter Josann, her brother Alfred and his wife Julie, her grandchildren Imen, Selim, Saebrin, Raiann, Sami, Alured and Saiann, in-laws, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 9.30 a.m. where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 10 at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel, followed by interment in the family vault. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be greatly appreciated. Lord grant her eternal rest.
SCICLUNA. On January 25, at St Luke's Hospital, ANNETTA née Grech, aged 87 of Mosta, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Rita and her husband Joe A. Grima, Victor and his wife Rose, Carmen and her husband Raymond Zerafa living in Australia, Edith and her husband Charles Muscat, and her grandchildren and great grandchildren, her sister Ersilia Barbara, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends, and the community at Pax et Bonum.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 7.45 a.m. for Mosta parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m. followed by interment in the family vault at Mosta cemetery. Donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. May God grant her eternal rest.
In Memoriam
BANAVAGE - MARIA ASSUNTA. Remembering her on the 57th anniversary of her demise. Her son Robert.
BORG. In loving memory of OLGA, a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, on her first anniversary. Never forgotten by her husband Joseph, her daughters Johanna and Yvette, their respective husbands Allen and Alex, grandchildren Emma and Matthew, relatives and friends. Masses and prayers will be said at Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, and St Agatha's, Rabat. Relatives and friends are invited to attend today's 5 p.m. Mass at St Joseph Institute chapel, St Venera.
BUHAGIAR. Treasured memories of our beloved parents MICHELINA and DOMINIC on the third anniversary of their passing away. Always in the thoughts and prayers of their children John, Maria, Caroline, Noemi, Carmen and Anna and their spouses, Marcelle, widow of their son Joseph, and all their grandchildren. May they rest in the peace of the Lord.
CALAMATTA. In never ending and treasured remembrance of RACHELA, a most beloved and precious mother, today the third anniversary of her meeting with the Lord.
No length of time can take
Away my thoughts of you, Mum.
Helen.
CALLEJA. In ever loving memory of our dear mother and father, CARMELINA and EDWARD, on their 11th and 44th anniversary of their death. Forever in our prayers and in our hearts. Their children. May, Joe and Wilfred and grandchildren.
CALLEJA. In everlasting memory of our dearest MICHAEL (ex-PC 962), on the second anniversary of his meeting with the Risen Lord. Lovingly remembered and greatly missed by his wife Mary, his daughter Marthese and her husband Noel, his sons Maurice and his wife Louise, and Martin, his grandchildren Jennifer, Carolanne, Matthew, Mandy and Michelle, family and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
ELLUL - MARIA. In loving memory of our dearest sister on the seventh anniversary of her demise. Giovanna, Risette and family.
GALEA - MARIO of Mosta. Fondly remembered by his family, relatives and friends, today being the eighth anniversary of his tragic death.
GRECH - JOSEPH. In memory of a dearest father and grandfather who died on 24.1.1991. His children Paul, Mary Anne, Josette and Carmen, in-laws and grandchildren. Grant him eternal rest, O Lord.
LAPIRA - HUGH. Precious memories of a devoted father on the 41st anniversary of his meeting with the Risen Lord. So loved, so sadly missed. Noel, Myra and Monique, in-laws and grandchildren.
MICALLEF - EMMANUEL VICTOR. Treasured memories of a dear husband and beloved father and grandfather on the first anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife, children and their spouses, his grandchildren, his brother and sister and their spouses. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
MIFSUD - ADELINA. Remembering with love and gratitude a dearest mother and grandmother on the third anniversary of her death. Forever loved and missed by her children Joseph, Fr Tony, SJ, Sister Marie-Louise, SSD, Yvonne and her husband Francis, grandson Mario, relatives and friends. Please remember her in your prayers. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
VELLA-ZARB. Treasured memories of my dearest mother RITA on the 13th anniversary of her death. Anne.
ZAMMIT-GERMAN - ARTHUR. In ever loving memory, on the sixth anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Elizabeth, Sharon and Karl. A prayer is solicited.
St Therese Of Jesus
(preparation for the arrival of her relics)
Theme: Love Jesus. St Theresa says: "Only Jesus can captivate man; He alone is ravishing in the full strength of the term". (Letters 76 January 7, 1889).
Appreciation - Beatrice (Betty) Cilia
by Ms Marie Borg Vassallo
I would like to, somehow, express in words my sorrow at the demise of my dearest friend Betty.
Betty and I met some 30 years ago. During all these years we built a lasting and true friendship. In the last 12 years we were also work colleagues at the University of Malta. It took me no time to note the profound respect and confidence she enjoyed in the eyes of all the staff and workers.
I noted her complete dedication to her work, her keen sense of duty, her willingness to share her knowledge and experience. That was Betty Cilia. Her life- long commitment was to the University of Malta where she worked for over 35 years, most of which she spent as administrative officer in the Finance Department, head of the Staff Recruitment and Development Office and lately as assistant director of Human Resources.
However, beyond the professional at work, there was more, much more. Betty was very kind to all, well-mannered, patient, honest, open, tolerant, a pleasure to be and work with and, most of all, so very humble, so sweet-natured.
This is Betty Cilia, the essence that lives on in the memories and hearts of her family and all those who were fortunate enough to know her.
Farewell, Betty!
Pharmacies Open Today
Malta 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. - Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
Chemimart Ltd, 3, Freedom Square, Valletta;
Johnsons Dispensary, 75, Qormi Road, Marsa;
Pinto Pharmacy, 43, St Sebastian Street, Qormi;
St Paul's Pharmacy, Brared Street, Birkirkara;
O'Hea Pharmacy, 128, Manoel Street, Gzira;
Pembroke Pharmacy, 87, Giuseppe Malfeggiani Street, Pembroke, St Andrews;
Wales Pharmacy, 183, Manwel Dimech Street, Sliema;
St Joseph Pharmacy, 172, Main Street, Lija;
St Albert Pharmacy, Oratory Street, Gharghur;
St Simon Pharmacy, 8, Dawret il-Gzejjer, Bugibba;
Sta Lucia Pharmacy, 1, Misrah Dorell, Sta Lucija;
Vittoriosa Pharmacy, 9, Triq il-Mina il-Kbira, Vittoriosa;
St Anne Pharmacy, Triq il-Qaliet, Marsascala;
Pompei Pharmacy, 28, Xatt is-Sajjieda, Marsaxlokk;
Kristianne Pharmacy, Pietru Pawl Saydon Street, Zurrieq;
Nobel Pharmacy, Triq Sciortino, Zebbug;
Bahrija Pharmacy, Triq Raddet ir-Roti c/w School Street, Bahrija;
Palm Pharmacy, 2, Palm Street, Victoria, Gozo;
Pisani Pharmacy, Bini Gdid, Sannat Road, Sannat.