Social and Personal

AGIUS BILECI. On July 31, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Mariella and Philip, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - LARA. Special thanks go to the gynaecologist, midwives Mariella Abela Camilleri and Anna Croucher and all the staff at the hospital for a wonderful experience.

AZZOPARDI. On August 2, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Nicole née Azzopardi and Rennie, God's precious gift of a daughter - SCIRHA MRI, a welcome sister to Sylvia. Special thanks go to all the theatre and ward staff for an impeccable service.

BONNICI. On August 15, to Veronica née D'Ugo and Mark, God's precious gift of a son - ADAM, a most welcome brother to Gail.

BORG. On August 15, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Annie née Borg and Christopher, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - NICOLE MARIE. Thanks to Our Lady, St Rita and St Therese. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the medical staff for their excellent care.

CALLEJA. On August 17, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Elizabeth née Mousù and Dominic, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MICHAELA MARIA. Thanks to Our Lady, St Anne and St Pio of Pietrelcina. Special thanks to midwife Miriam Borg, the gynaecologist and to all the staff.

CAMILLERI BOWMAN. On August 18, to Janna and Jonathan, God's precious gift of a first-born son - ZAC. Thanks be to God.

CAUCHI. On July 30, to Adelia née Zammit and Fabio, God's precious gift of a son - JUAN CARLOS, a welcome brother to Kayleigh. Thanks to the obstetrician and midwives Anna Croucher and Anna Calleja.

ELLUL. On August 8, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Anna née Baldacchino and Nigel, God's precious gift of a daughter - CLAIRE, a most welcome sister to Nicole. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to all the maternity staff.

FARRUGIA. On July 25, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Kathleen and Jason, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - LARA. Special thanks go to the obstetrician, midwives Mariella Abela Camilleri and Anna Croucher and all the staff at the hospital for making it such a special occasion.

GAFFARENA. On August 13, to Josielle and Mark, God's special gift of a long-awaited son. Thanks to Carmen Cannataci and the maternity staff at St Philip's Hospital.

GOUDSMIT. On August 14, at The Netherlands, to Svetlana née Sant and Tijs, God's precious gift of a daughter - TOSCA MARIA TERESA, a welcome sister to Crista. Thanks be to God and Our Lady.

GRISCTI. On August 20, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Corinne Degaetano and David, the precious gift of a first-born son - MATTHEW. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to all the maternity staff and the obstetricians.

MUSCAT. On August 5, at the Bon Secours Hospital, Republic of Ireland, to Juliana née Mallia and Daniel, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - KIRSTEN MARIE. Deo gratias et Mariae.

PORTELLI. On August 20, at the Red Cross Maternity Hospital, Munich, to Romina née Cesareo and Michel, God's precious gift of a first-born son - JACK BENJAMIN. Thanks be to God.

SCICLUNA. On August 16, underwater, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Sonia and Joseph, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - NICOLE. Special thanks go to the doctor, midwives Mariella Abela Camilleri and Anna Calleja and all the staff at the hospital.

Ruby Wedding

Mr JOSEPH DOUBLESIN and Ms JANE BONNICI
The marriage took place on Sunday, August 18, 1963, at the Jesuits' church, Valletta. Canon Gwann Borg officiated. Congratulations to mum and dad on this very special day. Thank you for all you have given us. May God continue to bless your marriage with the wealth of life, health and family that it has enjoyed over the past 40 years. From Glenn and Caroline, Charlene and Neil, Sean and Chrystelle, Andrew and Sabrina, and grandchildren Gabriel and Zachary, Hannah and Jacob.

Double Ruby Wedding

Mr CHARLES BORG and Miss DORIS BONAVIA and Mr RICHARD CASHA and Miss MARY BONAVIA
The marriages between CHARLES and DORIS and RICHARD and MARY took place on August 25, 1963, at St Joseph Institute, St Venera. Love and gratitude from their children Joseph and his wife Stefania and their sons Luke and Nick, Fleur and her husband Philip and their son Luigi, Stephanie and her husband Etienne and their daughters Martina and Philippa, and David. May God bless you and grant you more years of love and happiness together.

Obituary

Harris. On August 23, dearly beloved wife and mother, Josette, née Spiteri, aged 67, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her irreparable loss her husband Harold and her daughters Sandy, and Fiona and her husband Tatti Busuttil, her mother Laura Spiteri, her sister Joan and her husband Herbert Warrington, her sisters-in-law Mabel, wife of the late Edgar Mizzi, Annie, wife of Nino Forcella, her nephews and nieces Bobby, Alan, Mario, Guido, Gogo, Henri, Sylvia, Roseanne and their respective spouses, her in-laws Jutta and Tancred Busuttil, all her aunts, cousins, relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves her residence in Kappara, San Gwann, tomorrow, for San Gwann parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 9 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetry. God grant her eternal rest.

MALLIA. On August 23, at St Luke's Hospital, JOSEPH of Mqabba, aged 69, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Rose, his son Twanny and his wife Marthese, his daughter Marlene and her husband Mark Mangion, his grandchildren Luca and Sarah, his brothers and sisters, in-laws, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 10.30 a.m. for St Mary's parish church, Mqabba, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 11 a.m., followed by interment in the family grave at Mqabba cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

SCICLUNA. On August 23, at St Luke's Hospital, EVELYN née Antoncich of Paola, widow of Frans, at the venerable age of 95, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her only daughter Carmen and her husband Charles Formosa, her grandchildren Marvin and his wife Fiona and Oliver and his wife Angela, her great-grandson Matthew, her brother Carmelo Antoncich, Mary Antoncich, widow of her brother Joseph, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Christ the King parish church, Paola, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., 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.

Requiem Masses

On the 20th anniversary of the passing away of Fr JOSEPH MICALLEF, a Mass for the repose of his soul will be said on Wednesday, August 27, at 6.30 p.m. at St Andrew's parish church, Luqa. The attendance of relatives and friends will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Holy Rosary and Holy Mass for the repose of the soul of Frederick Vella-Jones will be said on Tuesday, August 26, at Holy Trinity parish church, Marsa. All former students are invited to attend.

In Memoriam

APAP - ROBBIE. Treasured memories of our beloved father on the sixth anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said tomorrow at 6 p.m. at the Ursuline Crèche chapel, Sliema. His children and their families.

DEGIORGIO - GEORGE. Treasured memories of a dear father and grandfather called to rest 30 years ago. Always in our hearts and prayers. Vivienne, Winnie, Eileen, Edwin, in-laws and grandchildren.

DEMAJO - EDITH. Cherished memories of a very special mother and grandmother, so loving and so much loved. Remembered always, especially today the third anniversary of her demise, by her children Joan, Austin and Patrick and her granddaughters Andrea and Paula.

LEEKS - WILLIAM MICHAEL. Ever loving memories of a beloved husband and father on the 10th anniversary of his sudden demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Frances and Franklin.

LUCIA - MARIA. A devoted wife and mother whose life was dedicated to the welfare of her family. Remembered on her anniversary with love and admiration by her children, in-laws and grandchildren.

MICALLEF. In loving memory of EMMY on the second anniversary of his death. Deeply loved and missed by his wife Doris, his children Louis, Charmaine, his father Julian and his mother Maria, brothers, sister and their families, in-laws, other relatives and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

MONTANARO GAUCI. In loving memory of ANTHONY J. on the sixth anniversary of his demise. Remembered by all his children and their families.

OVEREND - VERONICA. On the 19th anniversary of her demise. So greatly missed by all her family.

PALMIER - PAULINE. My beloved mum, called to rest six months ago.
I miss you and mourn you
In sorrow unseen
And dwell on the memories
Of days that have been.
God bless, mum. Sleep in peace. Dorothy and family.

PORTANIER - MARY née Preziosi. Treasured memories of a beloved mother on the 19th anniversary of her demise. Sadly missed by her sons, daughters, respective husbands, wives and grandchildren. A prayer is solicited.

SPITERI. In memory of our dearly beloved sister MARY GRACE, who went to meet the Lord on August 17, 2003, after a short illness, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. Never forgotten by Godwin, Alexander and Alice, Sydney and Rose, Hilda and John Cardona, Victor and Margaret, Charles and Mary, Edmund and Lilian, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends and MUSEUM members. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

TONNA-BARTHET - JOSEPH. Treasured and unfading memories of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, today the seventh anniversary of his death. His wife Ethel, children Janice and Cynthia, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

ZAMPA - ROMEO. Remembered with love and affection on the 16th anniversary of his death. His sons and daughters.

Personal

We congratulate Charmaine Cini and Keith Demicoli on the birth of their wonderful daughter RIANNE, born on July 26, 2003.

Sidonia Enterprises Ltd

Re-opening tomorrow for business as usual.

To Whom It May Concern

Looking for Michael Attard, lawyer. Please contact Yvonne Grotta Attard, 254, Avenue J. Jaures 9000, Belfort, France, phone 0384264325.

Searching for family of George Falzon. George served as Chief Pantryman on board USAT Kilpatrick, US Merchant Marine, early 1900s. Contact C. Gurey, 507, Hillpine Way, Brandon, Fla 33510, USA 813-685-7296 or cgurey1tampabay.rr.com.

St Therese Of The Child Jesus

Theme: Make time for prayer. At prayer, it is the Bible that feeds and nurtures us completely. And in the Bible, I can find whatever this weak little soul needs, and I often discover new illuminative meanings and profound mysterious insights... I have not yet heard what Jesus wants to tell me, but I feel that He is always within me each passing moment, directing me, inspiring me, in the things I ought to say and in the things I ought to do. (A 83v).

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
Royal Pharmacy, 271, Republic Street, Valletta;
Darwin Pharmacy, 152, St Joseph High Road, Hamrun;
Tal-Hlas Pharmacy, Freedom Street, Qormi;
Herba Pharmacy, 183, Main Street, Birkirkara;
O'Hea Pharmacy, 128, Manoel De Vilhena Street, Gzira;
St Julian's Pharmacy, 24, G. Borg Olivier Street, St Julian's;
Mrabat Pharmacy, 5, Mrabat Street, Sliema;
St Catherine Pharmacy, Triq id-Dielja c/w St Catherine's Street, Attard;
Rotunda Pharmacy, 7, Eucharistic Congress Road, Mosta;
El Medina Chemist, Triq il-Fliegu, Qawra;
Theresa Jo Pharmacy, 3A, Xintill Street, Tarxien;
Vittoriosa Pharmacy, 9, Triq il-Mina il-Kbira, Vittoriosa;
St Anne Pharmacy, Qaliet Street, Marsascala;
Medicaid Pharmacy, Tower Avenue, Gudja;
Central Pharmacy, 6, St Joseph Street, Luqa;
St Nicholas Pharmacy, 1, Parish Street, Siggiewi;
Central Pharmacy, Manuel Vitale Street, Rabat;
Castle Pharmacy, 2, Independence Square, Victoria, Gozo;
Pisani Pharmacy, Bini Gdid, Sannat Street, Sannat.