Social and Personal

AGUILAR. On April 16, at St James Capua Hospital, to Adona née Mercado and Jacy Jovenal Jr., God's precious gift of a first-born son - LUIGI. Thanks to all the staff of St James Capua Hospital maternity wing for being very supportive all the way. Special thanks to our family and friends who joined us in this special day in our lives.

ATTARD. On April 11, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Fiona née Picton and David, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - GABRIELLA TERESA. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the midwife and the medical staff.

ATTARD. On April 11, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Romina née Azzopardi and Robert, God's precious gift of a daughter - RENÈE MARIE, a welcome sister to Roberta. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to midwife Maria Agius Portelli and the maternity staff.

ATTARD. On April 13, at St James Capua Hospital, to Charmaine née Montesin and Stephen, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - AMY MARIA. Special thanks to all the staff at St James Capua Hospital, the obstetrician and paediatrician. Special thanks to midwife Lilian Azzopardi.

BALDACCHINO. On April 11, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Giselle née Farrugia and Brian, God's precious gift of a first-born son - ANDREW GEORGE. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the medical staff for their excellent care.

BARTHET. On April 2, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Catherine née Cavallo and Simon, God's precious gift of a first-born son - GEORGE. Thanks be to Our Lord the Redeemer and Our Lady.

BONETT. On April 4, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Nadia née Pullicino and Albert, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MARIAH. Thanks be to God and Holy Mary. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the staff.

CAMILLERI. On March 26, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Roberta and Kevin, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - LEAH FAITH. Blessed be God.

CARUANA DINGLI. On April 17, at St Philip's Hospital, to Isabelle née Camilleri and David, God's precious gift of a first-born son - MALCOLM DAVID. Thanks to the obstetrician, anaesthetist and all the maternity staff for their care and dedication.

CASSAR. On April 8, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Rita née Montanaro and Gino, God's precious gift of a second-born daughter - CRISTINA, most welcome by her sister Laura. Congratulations from grandparents Lino and Maria Cassar and Paul and Hilda Montanaro. Special thanks to the dedicated staff and doctors, especially midwife Doreen Cassar.

FENECH. On April 16, at St Philip's Hospital, to Josianne née Camilleri and Albert, God's precious gift of a daughter - RAISA, a sister to Dylan. Thanks to all the staff at St Philip's Hospital and the obstetrician. Special thanks to midwife Carmen Cannataci.

GRIMA. On April 15, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Melodie and Conrad, God's precious gift of a first-born son - AIDAN SCOTT. Special thanks to all the staff for their excellent care.

MIFSUD. On April 16, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Kristine née Galea and Pierre, God's precious gift of a first-born son - SAM. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the obstetrician, assisting doctors, midwives Marcelle Cipriott, Carmen Wareing and Nathalie Falzon and all the maternity staff for their excellent care and dedication.

MIFSUD. On April 17, at St Philip's Hospital, to Nicolette née De Bono and Samuel, God's precious gift of a most welcome son - EDWARD, a brother to Francesca Martina. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to midwife Carmen Cannataci, the obstetrician, Kate Hardwicke and all the staff at St Philip's Hospital.

STILON. On April 19, at St Philip's Hospital, to Simone née Tabone and Philip, God's precious gift of a daughter - KRISTINA, a most welcome sister to Michael. Special thanks to all the staff at St Philip's Hospital.

Engagements

Mr STEFFAN VASSALLO and Ms NICOLA DEBONO
The engagement is announced between STEFFAN, son of Francis and Mimici Vassallo of San Pawl tat-Targa, and NICOLA, daughter of Dr Anthony and Mrs Margaret Debono.

Marriages

Mr GLEN JOSEPH MICALLEF and Ms KATIA CUTAJAR
Married on Easter Sunday at Santa Maria ta' Gesù church, Rabat, were GLEN JOSEPH, son of the late Sancto and Vincenza Micallef of Rabat, and KATIA, daughter of Saviour and Anna Cutajar of Qormi. Fr Mark Ciantar, OFM, Fr Martin Coleiro, OFM, and Fr Paul Galea, OFM, concelebrated nuptial Mass. The wedding was witnessed by Mrs Antonella Agius Micallef, the groom's sister, and by Mr Nicholas Cutajar, the bride's brother. The duties of best men were carried out by Mr Carmel Azzopardi and by Mr Tarcisio Tabone. The bride was attended by Miss Nevisse Micallef and by Miss Maritha Manicolo. Miss Marnie Mercieca was matron of honour, while Miss Cressida Cutajar was flower-girl. Master Myron José Agius was ring-bearer. Mr David Agius, Mr Jean-Paul Friggieri and Mr Adrian Muscat acted as groomsmen. A reception was later held at Palazzo Nobile, San Pawl tat-Targa. Glen and Katia are spending their honeymoon in Scotland.

Anniversary Wishes

Happy anniversary dear Nannu PAWLU and Nanna VIOLET, from your beloved grandchildren Yana, Leah, Paul, Matthea and James. We love you very much.

Ruby Wedding

Rag. FRANCO COMODINI and Ms MARY DEGIORGIO
The marriage between FRANCO and MARY took place on April 26, 1964, at the Archbishop's Palace, Valletta. His Grace the Archbishop, the late Sir Michael Gonzi, officiated. Congratulations and all our love from your children Alessandro and Colinda, Elena and Mauro, Vladimiro and Therese and your grandchildren Riccardo, Deliana and Alessia.

Golden Wedding

Mr FRANK BORG and Ms FRANSINA BUGEJA
The marriage took place on April 24, 1954, at the Holy Trinity parish church, Marsa. Much love and gratitude from your loved ones, Monica, Salvinu, Edwige, Ray and your grandchildren. May God bless you always.

Mr JOHN BORG TESTAFERRATA and Ms JOSEPHINE ATTARD
The marriage took place at Our Lady of Mount Carmel church, Fleur-de-Lys, on April 25, 1954. Fr Faustino Borg Testaferrata, OFM Cap. officiated. Congratulations from Carmen and Herbert, Marthese and John and grandchildren Dale and her boyfriend William, Kurt and his girlfriend Alexia, Matthew and his girlfriend Olga and Rebecca.

Dr JOSEPH ZAMMIT LUPI, MD and Ms CONNIE HOLLAND
The marriage took place on April 25, 1954, at Jesus of Nazareth church, Sliema. Congratulations, love and best wishes from your children Anna and Pierre, Peter and Antoinette, Claire and Edward, Roberta and David and your grandchildren Maria, Nicholas, Andrew, Shaun, Matthew and Daniel. Thank you for all that you do for us and May God bless you always.

Emerald Wedding

Mr BARTOLOMEO XUEREB and Ms MARIA GRECH
The marriage took place on April 24, 1949, at Our Lady of Victories parish church, Naxxar. Love and gratitude from your 11 children Speranza, Grace, Angelo, Doris, Mary, Joe, Albert, Emmanuel, Lucy, Carmen and Paul, their spouses, their 28 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Obituary

CAMILLERI. On April 23, suddenly, at his residence in Birkirkara, Paul, former Maltacom employee, passed away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Pauline née Tabone, his son Dunstan, his daughter Greta and her husband Michael Bonnici, his beloved grandchildren Gail Marie, Selene and Sven, his brother Frankie, his sisters Alda, and Mary and her husband Lino Sant, in-laws, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 8.45 a.m. for Mount Carmel parish church, Fleur-de-Lys, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m. followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to id-Dar tal-Providenza, will be appreciated. Lord grant him eternal rest.

FAVA. On April 23, STEPHEN, aged 53, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Nathalie née Cini, his children Stefan and Alison and her fiancé Mark, his parents Helga and Joe, his brother Mark and his wife Joyce, and children Fabian, Adam and Domenique, in-laws, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Capua Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Julian's parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

MIZZI. On April 23, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, INES, aged 84, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her brother Joe and his wife Josie of USA, her only niece MaryRose and her husband George Grech, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence today at 2 p.m. for the old St Venera parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.

In Memoriam

BRINCAT-DEPASQUALE - MAURICE. Today the 38th anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His only sister Yvonne Schembri-Adami and family. Jesus, Mary, Joseph. Other prayers are solicited.

BRINCAU. In loving memory of CHARLES (Carmelo), on the 33rd anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his daughter Mary Rose and all the family.

CAMENZULI. Dearest JOE, nine years have gone by since God took you away from us.
Our lives can no longer be the same,
No matter how much we try.
You were so special, so kind and affectionate.
The pain in our hearts can never go away.
Joe, you are so deeply loved and so sadly missed.
Your beloved wife Carmen, son Aaron and his wife Claire, daughter Yvette and her husband Louis Bezzina, granddaughters Louella and Fabienne. A prayer is solicited. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CARUANA-SOLER - JOE. Today the fifth anniversary of his death. Remember him in your prayers. His wife Lilian and all the family.

COLEIRO - FRANCIS. In ever loving memory of my dear father. Lovingly remembered and always on the anniversary of his death. Maria and family.

GUSMAN. In loving memory of VINCENZO on the 25th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Doris, son, daughters and in-laws.

HERRERA. In loving memory of ALEX, today the anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His family.

LE DUC. In fondest memory of dearest MAGDA née Vella who died in Richmond two years ago tomorrow. Sadly missed by her beloved husband Roy, and by her cousins and their spouses, Mariella and Albert, Gino and Anne, Michael and Blanche, Mary and Tony, John and Vivienne. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

OVEREND. Loving memories of WALTER, today the 20th anniversary of his death. His family.

PILLOW - EDGAR. Cherished memories of Guy, a loving husband, father and grandpa, today the 15th anniversary of his demise. Kindly remember him in your prayers. Tessie, Ruth and David and their families.

VELLA. In loving memory of Fr CARMELO VELLA of Safi, a unique brother and an irreplaceable uncle, remembered especially this month being his birthday and his joining with the Lord four years ago.
No more a warm smile,
No more a caring hand,
No more a resting shoulder,
No more those wisdom words
But only memories and
Your photo in a frame.
His only brother Joseph, Josephine, M'Anne, Paul, Margaret, Claire and their families.

VINCENTI. Remembering with love and gratitude my dear father GUSTAVO VINCENTI, A&CE on this 30th anniversary of his passing away to eternal life. Hilaire.

Lost Or Stolen

Olympus Camedia camera in black pouch, on April 14, at Mosta, Ta' Qali Crafts Village or Floriana Granaries. No questions asked. Reward. Phone 9946 5253/7959-4236/2182-6165.

Maria Regina Grammar School

Let's get together. Celebrating 25 years. Reunion class of 1979, all Form Vs. For further details contact Jeanette née Scicluna on 7970-1780 or 2141-4366.

Our Lady Immaculate School, Hamrun

Reunion of past students, May 1987. Will be meeting on May 7 at 8 p.m. at Cocopazzo Restaurant, Valletta. Teachers welcome. Please confirm your attendance by contacting Stephanie Abood née Mifsud on 7925-7117 by May 5.

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta 9 a.m. to noon - Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
Royal Pharmacy, 271, Republic Street, Valletta;
Cosmed Pharmacy, 'Soccors', Villambrosa Street, Hamrun;
Tal-Hlas Pharmacy, Freedom Street, Qormi;
Pharmaplus, Ganu Street, Birkirkara;
Regional Pharmacy, E.H. Furse Street, Msida;
Balluta Pharmacy, 30, Main Street St Julian's;
Rudolph Pharmacy, 133, Rudolph Street, Sliema;
St Mary Pharmacy, 2, Antonio Schembri Street, Attard;
St Mary Pharmacy - Mgarr Dispensing Chemists, 13A, Sir Harry Luke Street, Mgarr;
Village Pharmacy, 116, Main Street, Mellieha;
Theresa Jo Pharmacy, 3A, Xintill Street, Tarxien;
Victory Pharmacy, 32, Victory Street, Senglea;
Felice Dispensary, 95, Sanctuary Street, Zabbar;
Green Cross Pharmacy, 31, Gregorio Bonnici Square, Zejtun;
Kristianne Pharmacy, Triq ic-Cavi, Mqabba;
De Rohan Pharmacy, 24, St Anthony Street, Zebbug;
Healthwise Pharmacy, 36, Francesco Zammit Street, Dingli;
Batu Pharmacy, 38, Palm Street, Victoria, gozo;
Tony's Pharmacy, Qbajjar Street, Marsalforn.