"How about, rather than just looking at the faces of my childhood schoolfriends, organising a meal and meeting up after such a long time?" Edward Cachia said to himself, holding a photo of 48 years ago of his friends who attended Zurrieq Primary School.
Mr Cachia took action fast. He wrote to those former schoolmates who lived abroad and informed them of the date and venue. He communicated with those in Malta and, with their help, set off to organise his meal.
Among those living overseas and who managed to come to Malta, was Mr George Saliba, until recently Malta's Ambassador in Washington.
The get-together, which took place at the Vivaldi Hotel, St Julian's, was a success. Mr Cachia not only managed to bring his friends together but also promised to organise a get-together every year to keep up with everyone's news. To this and to Mr Cachia's excellent playing of the mandolin, everybody cheered and agreed.
10th anniversary of Chefchoice Ltd
This year Chefchoice Ltd is celebrating its 10th year of operations as processors and distributors of fresh and frozen meat and poultry products.
To this effect, a series of events are being organised, including a get-together, held recently for all employees at the Corinthia Jerma Palace Hotel, Marsascala.
Guests were treated to a wide variety of delicious cold buffet assortments and entertained by the Corinthia animators who managed to bring all to the dancing floor and perform games to remember.
Guests of honour included Dr Lawrence Gonzi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Social Policy, and Mr Ninu Zammit, Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, who both had words of praise for the effort that Chefchoice Ltd is making to be among the leaders in its field.
Joseph Mizzi, managing director, explained that success for Chefchoice Ltd was the result of hard work by all employees and asserted that the coming challenges are there to be embraced.
Mr Mizzi also inaugurated an exhibition of the plans for the future which include the extension of the factory operations in line with HACCP standards.
Mrs Dorothy Mizzi, director, distributed awards to staff who excelled during the year, in particular in team spirit, hygiene, customer care and loyalty.
A hamper and a 10th anniversary memento was also distributed to all staff by Mr Mario Tabone, finance director, Mr Anthony Alamango, sales and distribution manager, and Mr Andrew Agius Muscat, general manager.
Russian accolade to Malta Biennale
At a dinner in his honour at Villa Tempra, Mgarr, the new Russian Ambassador, Valentin S. Vlasov was delighted to learn that the Malta Biennale would, for the first time since its creation in 1995, be present in Moscow (August 18-29) at the Municipal Gallery A3.
Mr Vlasov showed tremendous interest in all the works of art and confessed to Dame Françoise Tempra that as a young man he fell totally in love with the works of the French sculptor Auguste Rodin (1840-1917).
To which Dame Françoise showed the sculptures of English artist Patricia Finch (1923-2001), especially the head of Dame Françoise's father, achieved in an extremely Rodinesque style. Mr and Mrs Vlasov enjoyed meeting some of the Malta Biennale artists and delegates among the 22 guests present.
In particular Mrs Elizabeth Jamil, Libya and UK delegate, preparing one of the Malta Biennale events on "Tradition and avant-garde in Libyan art", at both the Wignacourt Museum and The Vivaldi Golden Tulip Hotel; Mrs Shelley Tayar, USA, and Israeli delegate preparing in conjunction with Linda Eneix of the OTS Foundation in Florida the "Tribute to the Maltese Prehistoric Temple Culture", and Dame Françoise's sister, Mina Tempra.
Mr Vlasov, who had already met Fr Marius Zerafa, was impressed to hear that the much respected art historian, lecturer and restorer proved a no less distinguished artist, since his sculpted head of Fra Angelico was part of the collection of the Basilica of Santa Sabina in Rome, while another copy had been acquired by the Church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva, also in the Italian capital.
The Russian Ambassador was also pleased to meet again Dr Victor Ragonesi, who was so instrumental for Russian children to be sponsored for holidays in Malta and has been a trustee of the Tempra Museum for contemporary art as well as honorary legal adviser to the Malta Biennale.
The evening, after the cutting of the unavoidable Villa Tempra welcoming cake that said "Welcome to Villa Tempra, Valentin Vlasov and Elena Vlasova" ended with an overwhelming general singing of famous songs in various languages, including, of course, Ochi Ciornie!
MITTS donates funds
In January, the Malta Information Technology & Training Services Ltd made its contribution to the Malta Community Chest Fund by donating funds that were saved by not sending Christmas cards during the festive season.
Mr J.R. Grima, chairman of MITTS Ltd, made the presentation to President Guido de Marco, chairman of the Malta Community Chest Fund. David Spiteri Gingell, chief executive of MITTS Ltd, was also present.
Last year MITTS also contributed to various philanthropic institutions and persons with special needs by donating them various PC equipment, which although being absolete in an advanced office environment, was still functional and with sufficient specifications to serve users on a basic level.
Throughout the year, MITTS employees also made various donations to philanthropic institutions and persons with special needs through the Generous Hearts Fund.
Every month, on a voluntary basis, MITTS employees contribute a portion of their salary to the Generous Hearts Fund with the aim of raising enough cash to be able to help others in need.
The Generous Hearts Fund was established in November 1993 and is wholly run by MITTS employees.
Double retirement
The Cottage Restaurant in Kappara was the pleasant venue for a dinner organised recently by the Enemalta senior staff union to mark the retirement of two of its members, Edwin Cilia, manager of the Gas Division, and Louis Mifsud, manager of Delimara power station.
Among those present were Enemalta chairman Professor Robert Ghirlando, and Mrs Ghirlando, Ronnie Vella, manager Distribution, John Pace, manager Generation, Tarcisio Mifsud, manager Finance, Carmel Sant, manager Projects, Joseph Cutajar, manager Corporate Services, Charles Grixti, manager Consumer Services, Albert Farrugia, manager Projects, and Kenneth Abela and Peter Grima, acting successors of the two retiring managers.
In a short speech, Ing. John Pace outlined the long careers of Messrs Cilia and Mifsud, spanning 46 and 36 years respectively, observing that both were universally identified with the establishment under their charge. He wished them a happy retirement
Professor Ghirlando made a presentation at the end of the function.
BoV Value Pack competition winner at Playmobil
Bank of Valletta recently presented Josef Farrugia, an employee of Playmobil (Malta) Ltd, with two air tickets to Rome. Mr Farrugia is the winner of a competition organised by BoV at Playmobil.
This competition formed part of the bank's campaign to promote a Value Pack among Playmobil employees. Through this Value Pack, employees are encouraged to have their wage/salary credited to a BoV account through the bank's direct credit system and are also offered attractive terms and conditions on a number of banking services.
Mr Farrugia was presented with his prize by Jonathan Fenech Adami, BoV's Business Development manager. Playmobil (Malta) is one of the latest companies to benefit from a specifically tailor-made Value Pack from BoV. Helga Ellul, Playmobil's managing director, has always been a keen supporter of more efficient and innovative banking services both for the group as well as for the employees.
Congratulating Mr Farrugia, Mr Fenech Adami said BoV's direct credit system was a convenient and free arrangement with the bank whereby one's regular income was directed straight into his or her BoV account.
The system was ideal for anyone with a regular income and helped keep constant control over expenditure and plan one's weekly or monthly budgets in a most effective manner.
As soon as the salary is credited directly to the customer's account, he/she can access the money through various alternative delivery channels which BoV offers.
The wide range of channels available includes the network of Cashlink ATMs as well as BoV's Internet banking, telephone banking and also its Customer Service Centre.
Spokesman and press officer for Malta Jewish community
The President of the Jewish community, Abraham Ohayon, on February 5 appointed Shelley Deutch Tayar, widow of the president of the community, George Tayar, as the only spokesman and press person for the Jewish community in Malta.
All lectures, interviews and press releases about the Jewish community are to be requested and cleared through Mrs Tayar (fax: 2138-5901; tel: 2138-6266).
People
Dr Jürgen C. Abela, MD, DCH (Lond), FLCM, recently became a Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) after sitting successfully for the exam in London.
Dr Abela graduated Doctor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Malta in 1997 and obtained the Diploma in Child Health from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health of London in 1999.
He is also a Fellow of the London College of Music in violin performing.
Dr Abela is currently employed as Medical Officer with the Department of Primary Health Care.
Marilou Ciantar was recently awarded a Ph.D. by the University of London. Her research focused on the microbiological aspects of subjects concurrently suffering from periodontitis and diabetes mellitus.
Dr Ciantar qualified from the University of Malta and after working within the health service at St Luke's Hospital proceeded to the UK to undertake postgraduate training at M.Sc. level in periodontology.
She returned to Malta to resume her duties at St Luke's Hospital and was appointed assistant lecturer at the University of Malta. After having been awarded a Commonwealth Fellowship, She proceeded to the UK to read for a Ph.D. at the Eastman Dental Institute (University of London).
During the course of her studies, she was appointed part-time lecturer at the Eastman Dental Institute. Dr Ciantar was awarded various prestigious prizes, including the Shirley Glasstone Hughes Memorial Prize (by the British Dental Association), the SmithKline Beecham Research Award, the Procter and Gamble Research Award and the Eli Lilly Diabetes Award, all of which were in support of her research.
Dr Ciantar has published several papers and has also presented various aspects of her research not only in the UK and Malta but also in Germany, Slovenia and the US.
Dr Ciantar is the daughter of Lawrence C. Ciantar, C.Eng, MIEE, Eur.Ing, MOM, and of Ivy Ciantar of Sta Lucija.
Keith Mallia-Milanes, 37, was recently appointed assistant general manager at Middlesea Insurance plc.
Mr Mallia-Milanes is an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute and a Chartered Insurance Practitioner. He started his career in insurance with Middlesea Insurance plc in 1984 within the company's Reinsurance Department.
He then moved to other insurance operators within the local market and held a number of senior executive and general management positions.
Mr Mallia-Milanes is a part-time lecturer at the Malta International Training Centre (MITC) and is vice-president of the Malta Insurance Institute.
Get-together in honour of Czech Ambassador
On a recent visit to Malta, Dr Libor Secka, the new Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Malta, recently presented his credentials to President Guido de Marco.
The Maltese-Czech Society organised a get-together for its members to meet the new Ambassador at the Students' House at the University campus.
Various members of the society attended the get-together and led by its president, Lawrence Attard Bezzina, discussed plans to consolidate Czech-Maltese relations further.
Cash for Creche
The youth sub-committee of the Vittoriosa Lawn Tennis Club of Kordin recently organised a fund-raising country walk in aid of the Ursuline Creche. Chief protagonists during the activity were the very young members of the club who had a feast day climbing their way up Selmun heights and hiking the narrow paths to Mistra and then to St Paul's Bay, enjoying the beautiful scenery all along.
At times, the elder members of the club, who accompanied the youngsters were amused at the amount of energy stored up in the little dynamos.
At the end of the hike, the children showed further their golden heart by emptying their piggy-banks for the good cause. Days after, during various activities held at the club, they scoured the club's precincts collecting money from members and friends to give to the little ones at the Creche.
A few days ago, two nuns from the Ursuline convent in Sliema, accompanied by a group of beaming children from the Creche, were shown round the renovated tennis complex, particularly the Maltacom Central Court, where they were presented with a cheque.
Sr Rita Agius, on behalf of the Creche community, thanked the VLTC, particularly its young members, for their generous donation and commendable example.
Appreciation: Guzeppi Micallef
Mr Joshua Grech, PRO Kercem Feast Decorations Committee, writes:
The news of the passing away of Guzeppi Micallef shocked all in Kercem. Everybody soon knew about the accident he had while he was, as usual, doing voluntary work at the parish church.
We have lost a great friend and a benefactor. I wish to thank him on behalf of the committee.
We thank him for all that he did for us, for the help he generously gave us and the patience he had. His work not only shows his ability as a carpenter but also his open heart full of generosity.
We thank him in the name of the whole village, as well as in the name of all the societies that he work with and kindly helped. Meanwhile, as we sadly contemplate his death, we still remember him as an honest, busy, generous, and jovial man.
Surely these few words are not enough to acknowledge all his good deeds.
Even though Guzepp is no longer with us, we are certain that he is now enjoying the prize God has prepared for him, near Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, whom, he always loved with all his heart, and our patron saint Gregory the Great.
We know that from there he will continue to pray for us. With our heart we give him one last farewell, while we wait the day when we will meet again. We promise him to follow his saintly example.
Appreciation: Margaret Spalding
Ms Monica Wiedersum writes:
Three years ago, I was invited to Margaret Spalding's house to try and help her with raising funds for SPCA. It was the first time I had ever encountered her, or SPCA for that matter.
She was then, and of course even more of late, a very frail, slim, tall, elderly woman with thin long legs that always looked as if they could not support her. Because of this vulnerable appearance the thing that struck me most about her was her terrific strength of will and spirit.
At that time her husband Les was very much an invalid and as he sat all wrapped up in blankets, she managed, as she passed him by, to say some sweet word to him as she attended to the work she had so indefatigably done for 30 years to support the animals she so loved at SPCA.
It was she who convinced me to take up committee work and it was she who always supported me to the hilt, dragging herself to meetings even when ill, just to pass on her precious vote.
She also donated a lot of money whenever she could. She was, in my eyes, like Marjorie de Wolff before her, a heroic person and of course a champion and a crusader for all our stray animals. It gave me great pleasure, as president, to pass on the SPCA Silver Award to her during last year's fund-raising dinner.
Last summer we sat together on an Mdina terrace talking of life and God. She wanted, she said, to leave her body to University to be used for research. She believed that only animals knew how to love as she had to endure several cruelties from humans. She also told me that there was no God! I told her that by the time I had finished with her she would somehow believe in a Someone who had created that doggy love she knew so well!
I do not know what went on in her mind since, but I am told that on the day she died she asked her friends to take her to church with them. It was the first time ever!
When they came for her she could not open the door as she was down on the ground crying for help. She ended up being looked after in hospital instead of church, but by my reckoning He chose to come and look for her on the very day that she was looking for Him and He just came and lifted that strong, proud woman off the ground where she would have lain helpless for the first time in her life.
He knew her well!
The President and Mrs de Marco's engagements - February 17-23
Tomorrow
10 a.m. The President receives Yang Guirong, the Chinese Ambassador, at the Palace, Valletta.
11 The President receives the executive council of the Malta Chamber of Pharmacists.
6.30 p.m. The President attends the presentation of Lura l-Albanija 1998-2000, authored by the late Fr Gwann Frendo, OP, at the Dominican Convent, Vittoriosa.
Tuesday
11 a.m. The President presides over the prize-giving ceremony to members of the University of
the Third Age on its 10th anniversary at the Foundation for International Studies, St Paul Street, Valletta.
12.30 p.m. The President receives Dr Lawrence Gonzi, Minister for Social Policy, at the Palace, Valletta.
6 The President and Mrs de Marco preside over a Malta Community Chest Fund board meeting at San Anton Palace, Attard.
Wednesday
9.15 a.m. The President receives the Prime Minister at the Palace, Valletta.
10.30 The President receives a delegation from the municipality of Messina, accompanied by Dr Alvise Memmo, the Italian Ambassador.
11 The President receives students reading for a Mediterranean Master's in Human Rights and Democratisation.
6.30 p.m. The President presides over a meeting of the Commission for the Administration of Justice.
Thursday
10 a.m. The President is presented with credentials by Mr Juri Seilenthal, the Estonian Ambassador, at the Palace, Valletta.
11.15 The President is presented with credentials by M. Hamoud Ould Ely, the Ambassador of Mauritania.
1.15 for 1.30 p.m. The President and Mrs de Marco host an official luncheon in honour of the newly accredited Ambassadors of Estonia and Mauritania at San Anton Palace, Attard.
6.30 The President attends a reception hosted by the Scout Association of Malta on the occasion of Founder's Day at the Island Headquarters, Floriana.
Friday
10 a.m. The President receives Mr Emmanuel Catania from the museum's general executive council, at the Palace, Valletta.
7.30 p.m. The President launches a publication of photographs by Kevin Casha at the Delicata Cellars, Marsa.
Sunday
11 a.m. The President presides over the inauguration of a monument to Mro Vincenzo Spiteri, organised by Sannat council.
For your diary
A card party in aid of the Girl Guides Association will be held on Wednesday at the Imperial Hotel, Sliema, from 10 a.m. For booking, phone Mrs Pace on 2133-2502.
Caritas Co-operators are spending the day at the Crown Plaza Hotel, Sliema, on Wednesday. For more information phone Marilouise Mifsud on 2133-0471, Mary Darmanin Demajo (2131-3486), Josephine Farrugia (2132-0016) or Phyllis Ciappara (2134-2910).
The Mission Fund is organising a tea tombola in aid of Maltese missionaries on Sunday at 3.30 p.m. at the Best Western Les Lapins Hotel, Ta' Xbiex. Tickets can be obtained from the Mission Fund at 72, St Joseph Flats/2, Triq il-Farinal, Mosta (tel: 2141-3664) or from Connie Azzopardi at 19, Rudolph Street, Sliema (tel: 2133-1151).
Social and Personal
Births
AJDEED. On February 13, at St James Capua Hospital, to Fatima Mohammed Ajdeed and Juma Kalifa Ajdeed, God's precious gift of a daughter - BASMALA JUMA. Sincere thanks go to all the staff at St James Capua Hospital, especially those at the maternity ward.
BONNICI. On February 11, at St James Capua Hospital, to Amanda née Navarro and Bertrand, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - EMMA. Thanks be to the Lord. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the hospital staff, especially midwife Lilian Azzopardi.
BONNICI. On February 11, at St James Capua Hospital, to Nathalie and Joseph, God's precious gift of a son - GIANNI. Thanks be to Padre Pio. Special thanks to all the hospital staff and midwife Lilian.
CARUANA. On February 8, to Marika née Schembri Wismayer and Sandro - JULIANNE, a welcome sister to Sophie. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Nathalie Falzon and the anaesthetist.
CASSAR TORREGIANI. On February 5, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Fiona née Mizzi and Christian, God's precious gift of a first-born son - SEBASTIAN. Deo gratias et Mariae.
CROSSEY. On January 30, at St James Capua Hospital, to Charlene née Doublesin and Neil, God's precious gift of a son - JACOB, a welcome brother to Hannah. Thanks be to God and Our Lady of Lourdes.
FARRUGIA. On February 8, at St James Capua Hospital, to Deborah née Falzon and Mario, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - BERTHA. Thanks be to God.
GALEA. On February 9, at St Philip's Hospital, to Diane née Debono and Carmelo, God's precious gift of a second-born son, a brother to Justin. Thanks to all the maternity staff, the anaesthetist, the obstetrician and midwife Mrs Carmen Cannataci.
MACELLI. On February 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Suzanne née Zammit and Michel, God's precious gift of a daughter - CRISTINA, a very welcome sister to Bettina and Luca. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to midwife Nathalie Falzon and the staff.
MUSCAT. On January 23, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Sue née Bonnici and Kevin, God's precious gift of an adorable son - JAMIE KEVIN, a most welcome brother to Kyra and Michela. Deo gratias et Mariae. We would like to thank the doctor and midwife Josephine Simbeye who were both of great help and inspiration.
SAMMUT. On February 8, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Rosalie née Zarb and Patrick, God's precious gift of a first-born son - ANDREW. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the midwife.
TANTI. On February 9, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Vicky née Grech and Oliver, God's precious gift of a daughter - LEAH, a welcome sister to Emma, who was so excited to see her at last. Special thanks to midwife Dorianne Cutajar, Francis Bonello and all the maternity staff for their excellent attention and dedication.
VASSALLO. On February 9, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Baudina née Baarsma and John, God's precious gift of a daughter - ELLA CALISTA, a welcome sister to Jordi. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the doctors, midwife and staff.
Engagements
Mr Mark Agius and Miss Katya Pizzuto
The engagement is announced between MARK, son of Mr and Mrs Carmel Agius of Msida, and KATYA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Anton Pizzuto of Madliena.
Obituary
APAP. Vincent, widower of Maria née Bencini, at the age of 93, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church, on February 15, in the loving care of Suncreek Residential Home, Sliema. He leaves to mourn his sad loss his daughter Nella and her husband Alan Meadows, his son John and Monica, his daughter Manon and her husband Roger Calleja, Lyndsey, his grandchildren Tristan, Alana, Amber, Scarlett, Adam, Ryan and Troy, his great-grandchildren Jordan, Isaac and Kaya, his in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends.
Mass praesente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 2 p.m. at Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
AZZOPARDI. On February 12, at her residence, NELLIE née Sceberras Trigona, widow of Edgar, aged 79, passed peacefully away. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved children Michael and his wife Jennifer and Marguerite and her husband Mark Clokey, her beloved grandchildren Lauren, Stephanie, John Michael, Andrew and Kerrie, and Nadine, her beloved great-grandson Adam, her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
Mass praesente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 2.15 p.m. at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel, followed by interment in the family grave.
FARRUGIA. On February 15, MICHAEL, aged 64, passed peacefully away in the grace of the Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Terry, his children David and Michelle and her husband Mario, his grandchildren Matthew, Mark, Martina and Malcolm, his brothers and sisters, nephews and nieces and their children, and dear friends.
The funeral leaves Sir Paul Boffa Hospital tomorrow at 7.45 a.m. for St Julian's parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.15 a.m., followed by interment at St Gregory's cemetery, Zejtun.
JONES - ALICE née Xuereb, passed away peacefully on February 5, in her 84th year, in Norwich. Beloved wife of the late Horace Jones. She leaves to mourn her loss her relatives and friends in England and Malta.
A Mass will be held at St John's Cathedral on Thursday, February 20, followed by a committal at St Faith's Crematorium, Norwich. Flowers family only please, but donations, if desired, for the Alzheimer's Society of Norwich may be sent: c/o Gordon Barber Funeral Home, 317, Aylsham Road, Norwich NR3 2AB. May the Lord grant her eternal rest.
O'FLAHERTY. On February 8, FIDEL, of St Kitts, West Indies, at the age of 50, passed peacefully away after a long illness. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Victoria née Borg, his children Fidel John, Tamara and Ghanja, his mother-in-law and father-in-law Antonia and John Borg of Balzan, his in-laws Marlene and Edwin Debono, Joseph and Lora Borg and Peter Paul and Maryanne Borg, nephews and nieces. - R.I.P.
A prayer is solicited.
SPALDING. MARGARET CONWAY, widow of Leslie, aged 87, died peacefully at St Luke's Hospital on Sunday, February 9. There will be no funeral as her body has been given for medical research. Donations to the SPCA will be appreciated.
In Memoriam
ATTARD - CARMELO. Three years ago today. Always in our hearts and prayers. Betty, Maurice, Yvonne.
So many things have happened
Since you were called away
So many things to share with you
Had you been left to stay
Every day in some small way
Though absent you are ever near
Still missed, loved, always dear.
BONELLO. In unfading memory of our dearest YVONNE née Pace who passed away on February 16, 1994. Fondly remembered and greatly missed by her husband Richard, her children Annick and Mark Cassar, Elaine and Edward, other relatives and friends. Kindly remember her in your prayers.
BORG - ROBERT (Robbie). In sweet remembrance of a dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather on the 20th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his son John, Antoinette and family.
BORG - ROBERT (Robbie) of Floriana. Treasured memories of a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather, today the 20th anniversary of his meeting with the Risen Lord. Remembered with love and gratitude by his son George, Antoinette and family.
BRIFFA. In loving memory of CHARLES, today the 29th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his daughter Cottina and his grandchildren Angela and Adrian. A prayer is solicited.
CACHIA. In loving memory of JOHN, Thursday, February 20, being the 36th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Mary, son and daughters Tonio, Josette and Anne, respective spouses and grandchildren.
CALLEJA - ANGELA. On the 20th anniversary of her death, 18.2.02. Fondly remembered by her son Michael, his wife Joyce, their daughter Tania and her husband John. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
CALLEJA - JOHN. On the 18th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his daughters Mary, Elizabeth, Carmen and Pauline and their respective families. May God grant him eternal rest.
CAMILLERI. In everlasting memory of CARMELO (Neni) on the sixth anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered and sadly missed by his wife Sally, his sons and their wives Peter and Marlene, Michel and Miriam, Robert and Rosemarie, Simon and Josanne, and his beloved grandchildren. A prayer for the repose of his soul is kindly solicited.
CARUANA GALIZIA - JOHN. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, today the fourth anniversary of his death. Marcelle, Peter and Daphne, Antonia and Matthew, Matthew, Andrew, Paul, Nicholas and Michela.
CASSAR. In loving memory of MIKIEL (ta' Ruman), on the seventh anniversary of his death.
If death be good,
Why do the Gods not die?
If life be ill,
Why do the Gods still live?
Lovingly remembered by his wife Carmen, his children, their families, relatives and friends. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said on Thursday, February 20, at 6.30 p.m. at Loyola House (tal-Gizwiti), Naxxar.
FERRIGGI - STEFAN.
We expected you
And we found you,
We found you
And we loved you,
We loved you
And we lost you.
Always in our hearts till we meet you. Love, Auntie Lina and family.
FRIGGIERI. In sweet remembrance of our dear father EMMANWEL, being the 15th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Pauline, his daughters Mary, Rose and Evelyn, their spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Kindly remember him in your prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GENGAROLI - CARMELINA. On her 14th anniversary. With love and gratitude. Her nephew Joseph Cacopardo.
GRIMA. In loving memory of RITA, a dear sister and aunt, on the first anniversary of her demise. We love you and miss you with each passing day. Fondly remembered by her brother Carmelo and wife Margaret, nieces Antonella and Jeannie and all her family. Masses for the repose of her soul will be said on Saturday, February 22, at 7 p.m. at St Luke's Hospital chapel, and on Tuesday, February 25, at 6.30 p.m. at St Joseph parish church, Msida. A prayer is kindly solicited.
GUSMAN - CHARLES. In loving memory of a beloved husband, father and friend on the fifth anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Catherine, his children Giselle and Aaron, brothers, sisters and their families, his mother-in-law, relatives and friends. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be celebrated today at 4.30 p.m. at St Bartholomew's parish church, Gharghur. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
HERRERA - OSCAR. In loving memory of our dear father. Forever in our hearts and prayers. Marcelle and Shirley.
MAGRO - PAUL, 16.2.87. On the 16th anniversary of his demise. So loved, so greatly missed and never forgotten. His cousin Doris and family.
MICALLEF. In loving memory of our dear mother MARGARET (Maggie), today the fourth anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her sons, daughters, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
PACE - MARIA ASSUNTA. Treasured memories of our dear mother, today the seventh anniversary of her demise. Her family. May she rest in peace.
PORTANIER. In loving memory of our dear brother RUPERT, today the first anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his brothers and sisters Kenneth, Herbert, Marika, Silvana and family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PORTANIER - RUPERT. In memory of our dear friend on the first anniversary of his passing away. Anne and Karol.
TABONE ADAMI. Treasured memories of a very dear father, Notary Doctor JOHN TABONE ADAMI, LL.D., today the 27th anniversary of his death. Always remembered with profound love and affection by his only, beloved son Paul.
THEUMA. Cherished memories of our beloved mother JOSEPHINE who died on February 14, 2001. Fondly remembered by her husband, sons, daughters and their families, brothers, sisters, relatives and friends.
Personal
With grateful thanks to St Michael of all Saints, patron saint of cancer and heart patients, and all unknown saints. D.A.
St Therese Of The Child Jesus
(preparation for the arrival of her relics)
Prayer: Jesus! You are hidden in the weak ones next to me. (Matt. 25: 1-40).