Social and Personal

AGIUS. On February 5, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Aileen née Chircop and Randolph, God's precious gift of a son - GIANLUCA, a most welcome brother to Mattia. Special thanks to all the staff for their excellent care.

AZZOPARDI. On February 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Michelle née Casingena and Mario, God's precious gift of a daughter - BERENICE, a welcome sister to Gabriel. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to Gizelle Curmi and all the dedicated maternity staff for all their care and to Carmen and Anthony for their support.

CALLEJA. On February 6, at St Philip's Hospital, to Ruth and Keith, a daughter - ELENA. Grateful thanks and appreciation go to all the dedicated staff at St Philip's Hospital, especially Mrs Carmen Cannataci.

CASOLANI. On January 31, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Denise née Tabone and Simon, a wonderful gift of a first-born daughter - MARTINA. Thanks be to God.

CASSAR. On February 5, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Doreen and Silvio, God's precious gift of a son - NEIL, a welcome brother to Kurt. Thanks to midwife and friend Romina D'Agostino and all the staff at Labour Ward.

CUTAJAR. On February 9, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Rowena née Cilia and Kenneth, God's precious gift of a son - ZACH, a brother to Andrew. Special thanks to all the staff at the maternity ward.

LUCAS. On February 9, at St James Capua Hospital, to Dorienne née Micallef and Joseph, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MARIAH. Special thanks to all the medical staff at St James Capua Hospital.

MICALLEF. On January 14, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Analisa née Zammit and Edward, God's precious gift of a daughter - FRANCESCA, a most welcome sister to Martina. Thanks be to God, Our Lady and St Gerard Majella. Special thanks to all the staff at the ward for their excellent care and dedication.

MICALLEF GRIMAUD. On February 7, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Elexia née Stivala and Manuel, God's precious gift of a first-born son - LIAM. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the midwives and all the staff for their care and dedication.

PELLICANO. On February 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Mandy née Castagna and Joseph, God's precious gift of a daughter - MILENA, a welcome sister to Matthias. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to midwife M'Louise Bugeja and all the staff at the post-natal ward.

ST JOHN. On February 9, at St James Capua Hospital, to Charmaine née Xuereb and Joseph, God's precious gift of a son - LUKE, a most welcome brother to Rebekah. Special thanks to all the staff at St James Capua Hospital, especially the consultant and midwife Carmen Scerri.

STAFRACE. On January 26, at Aberdeen Maternity Hospital, Scotland, to Mandy née Cassar and Samuel, God's precious gift of a daughter - ELENA MARIE, a most welcome sister to Maya. Deo gratias et Mariae.

ZARB. On February 6, at the Women's College Hospital, Toronto, Canada, to Celestine and John, God's precious gift of a daughter - EMILIA HELENA SARAH, a most welcome sister to Sophie.

ZRINZO AZZOPARDI. On February 4, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Silvana née Agius and Stefan, God's precious gift of a first-born son - FEDERICO PIO. Thanks be to God and Our Lady.

Obituary

CORTIS. On February 14, at the Holy Family Home, Naxxar, Andrew sive Lino, aged 83, of Birkirkara, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church, surrounded by his family. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Margaret née Camilleri, his children Anthony Paul and his wife Joyce, Carmen and her husband Christopher Wood, Alfred and his wife Susan, Jennifer and her husband Emmanuel Spagnol, and Adolf and his wife Lucia, his grandchildren, his sister Giovanna widow of Gerald Galea, and his brother Benjamin and his wife Gemma, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves the Holy Family Home, Naxxar, tomorrow at 8.45 a.m. for St Theresa Convent, Birkirkara, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.15 a.m. followed by interment at Naxxar Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Holy Family Home, Naxxar, will be appreciated.

In Memoriam

CALLEJA - ANGELA. On the 21st anniversary of her death, 18.2.04. Fondly remembered by her son Michael, his wife Joyce, their daughter Tania and her husband John, relatives and friends. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

CARUANA COLOMBO - GIORGINA. In treasured memory of our beloved mother who died on February 15, 1991. Victor and Liana.

CASSAR. In loving memory of MIKIEL (ta' Ruman), on the eighth anniversary of his death.
The ones we love
Don't go away
They walk beside us
Every day.
Unseen, unheard
But always near,
Still loved, still missed,
Still very dear.
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 February 18 at 6 p.m. at Loyola House (tal-Gizwiti), Naxxar.

CRITIEN - FRANK. In loving memory, on the third anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered and sadly missed by his sons Anton and his wife Geraldine, Fra' John, and his grandsons Peter and Ian. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

DEPASQUALE. Loving memories of a much loved father and grandfather, SAMUEL, on the 14th anniversary of his passing away. Fondly remembered by his sons Franco, Henry and Tonio, in-laws and grandchildren. Always in our thoughts and prayers.

GALEA - FRANS (sculptor). On the 10th anniversary of his demise.
No more tomorrows
For us to share,
But yesterday's memories
Will always be there.
Fondly remembered by his wife, daughter Margaret, brother and sisters.

GAUCI MAISTRE. In loving memory of Judge Dr AGOSTINO GAUCI MAISTRE, today the 19th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his children, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

PORTANIER - RUPERT. In memory of our dear friend on the second anniversary of his passing away. Anne and Karol.

PRECA. Treasured memories of our beloved mother CARMELINA, today the 25th anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Lilian, Tony, Doris and their families.

SEYCHELL. In loving memory of DORIS on the 17th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her husband Francis, niece Doreen Magri and nephew David Vella.

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.

ZAMMIT. In loving memory of VICTOR, formerly of Qala, Gozo, today the 30th anniversary of his demise. Always remembered with profound love and gratitude by his wife Michelina, his only daughter Marie-Josette and her husband Victor, his grandchildren Christian, Victor, Sarah Marie and Daniel. So many years have passed but still deeply missed.

Congratulations

Congratulations on your graduation MARK GAUCI, Certificate/BTEC National Diploma in Computing (Software Development), MCAST. From your parents and sister AnnMarie.

Personal

Fr Egidio Galea, OSA, and Therese Galea and family would like to thank the Rev. Clergy who celebrated Mass, relatives and friends who attended the funeral service, sent flowers, cards or in any way showed sympathy on the sad loss of a beloved sister and aunt, MARY GALEA who went to meet the Risen Lord on January 21. Special thanks to the dedicated sisters at Pax et Bonum, Mosta. Lord, grant her eternal rest.