Social and Personal

APAP BOLOGNA. On February 22, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Daniela née Bisazza and Steven, God's precious gift of a first-born son - ALEXANDER. Thanks to the obstetrician, the paediatrician, the anaesthetist, midwife Lillian Azzopardi and all the staff at the hospital.

BONICI MOMPALAO. On February 14, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Joan and Charles, God's precious gift of a son - JAMIE. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Mariella Abela Camilleri and the staff for their special care and dedication.

BRISCO. On February 19, at St Philip's Hospital, to Stephany née Hardy and Tim, God's precious gift of a son - FINN SHANE ALAN. Thanks to the loving support of our embassy family and the care shown by our Maltese friends.

DARMANIN. On February 13, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Crysta née Dowling and Ian, the long awaited miracle of a first-born son - GAVIN. Blessed be St Jude for answering our prayers. With special thanks to dedicated midwives Helen Borg and Marcelle Cipriott for their expert care.

GAFFARENA. Underwater, on February 13, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Theresa and Godfrey, God's precious gift of a daughter - LIONA, a welcome sister to Shaun, Vincienne and Melanie. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwives Anna Calleja and Mariella Abela Camilleri, and all the staff for their special care, dedication and for their third underwater delivery.

KONIDARIS. On February 16, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Alexia née Balzan-Demajo and Fotis, God's precious gift of a first-born son - NIKOLAS. Thanks to the obstetrician, the paediatrician and all the caring maternity staff at the hospital.

MIFSUD BONNICI. On February 15, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Pamela née Scicluna Giusti and Tonio, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - ENRICA ROSE. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the gynaecologist, the obstetrician, the anaesthetist, midwife Sharon Bartolo and all the staff.

MIRABELLI. My name is Amber and I was born on a cold and windy February 24 at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing. My proud parents are Matthew and Alexia, née Aquilina. I give thanks to the Lord for my safe arrival.

MIZZI. On February 13, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Nadia née Rizzo and Stephen, God's precious gift of a first-born son - JACQUES. Special thanks to the dedicated staff at labour and post-natal wards.

PACE. On February 20, at St Philip's Hospital, to Arlette née Cremona and Anthony, God's precious gift of twin daughters - LARA and MARIA, welcome sisters to Oliver. Thanks to the doctor, paediatrician and maternity staff at the hospital.

POLIDANO. On February 2, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Marbert née Micallef and Frankie, God's precious gift of a son - FRANCESCO, a welcome brother to Matteo. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to all the staff.

SCICLUNA-CHAPMAN. On February 5, to Samantha and Lee Scicluna-Chapman, God's precious gift of a beautiful first-born daughter - EVELYN-ELIZABETH. O, little angel, how we love you so.

Engagements

Dr S.C. MANARA and Dr C.E. STURRIDGE
The engagement is announced between SIMON, elder son of Dr and Mrs George Manara of Wimbledon, London and Sliema, and CÉLINE, daughter of Dr and Mrs Nicholas Sturridge of Odell, Bedford.

Obituary

BUSUTTIL. On February 25, at St Luke's Hospital, MAY née Gambin, aged 75, comforted by the rites of Holy Church, leaves to mourn her loss her beloved husband Joe, her children Mary-Anne, wife of Alfred Lanzon, Joanna, wife of Peter Decesare, Paul and his wife Nicola, Roberta, wife of Roberto Pecci, Clare Pace, Joseph and his wife Louise, her brother Maurice and his wife Lina, her grandchildren Katrina, wife of Jean Borg Olivier, Nicky, Matthew, Kris, Steve, Francesca, Krista, Marco, Alexia, Emma, Amy, Justin, and Sophie, in-laws, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 2 p.m. for Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadevere will be said at 2.30, followed by interment in the family chapel at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetry. No flowers by request but donations to the Dar tal-Providenza will be appreciated. God grant her eternal rest.

CACHIA. On February 21, at St Luke's Hospital, SALVATORE, aged 76, of Paola, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Josephine, his children Lorry and his wife from Australia, Frans and his wife Marienne, Leo and his wife Miriam, Triza, his grandchildren Peter Ray, Clifford, Manwel, Jason, Lawrence, Etienne, Verner, Sara, Darren and Yasmine, his great-grandchildren, his brothers and sisters in Canada, in-laws in Australia, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Christ the King church in Paola, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

CASSAR. On February 22, in the UK, JOSEPH (Joe), aged 61, of Paola, husband of Louise née Galea, father to Maria and Louis Baldacchino and Richard, grandfather to Andrea and Lisa. Also remembered by his sister Frances Scerri, her family and all in-laws. May God grant him eternal peace.
Funeral/memorial service will be announced at a later date.

MALLIA. On February 24, at St Luke's Hospital, ALFRED of St Paul's Bay, aged 68, passed away suddenly. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Maryanne née Chetcuti, his children Malcolm and his wife Helena, Annmarie and her husband Marcel Gafà and Peter, Maureen, his dear grandchildren Philip, Christopher and Nicholas, his close family friends Jackie and Yvan, his brothers and sisters, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 7.15 a.m. for St Julian's parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.15, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Donations to the Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated. He will always be remembered in our hearts. God grant him eternal rest.

MILLER. On February 25, at St Philip's Hospital, MABEL née Magri Overend, aged 87, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved husband Henry, her children James and his wife Pat, Dicky and his wife Joan, Alan and his wife Marisa, her grandchildren Shirley, Nigel, Mark, Christopher, Elaine, Christine and Michael, relatives, friends, and staff at the Holy Family Home in Naxxar and at St Philip's Hospital.
Mass praesente cadavere will be said tomorrow at Naxxar parish church at 8.45 a.m., followed by interment at Tal-Jugoslav Cemetry, Mellieha. No flowers by request but donations to the Holy Family Home for the Elderly, Marquis Scicluna Street, Naxxar, will be greatly appreciated. God grant her eternal rest.

Requiem Masses

A Mass in memory of GILBERT SIMIANA, on the eighth anniversary of his death, will be said on February 28 at 6.30 p.m. at St Mary's parish church, Dingli. His biography will be distributed free after the Mass.

In Memoriam

AQUILINA. In loving memory of TONINU, who was found dead at Ghallis Tower, on his 51st anniversary. Never forgotten by his wife Catherine, daughter Vivienne, relatives and friends.

In Memoriam

ATKINS - GEORGE. In loving memory, on the seventh anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered and never forgotten by his wife Carmelina.

BORG BARTOLO. In sweet and ever loving memory of my father PAUL, who died on February 26, 1972.
Never a dad more loving,
Never a heart more true,
I am proud to be your daughter,
Because I thought the world of you.
Dolores.

FARRUGIA - LUCIA. Sweet and loving memories of an adorable mother and grandmother on the fifth anniversary of her death.
Mum, you've gone from our sight,
But never from our memory.
Gone from our reach
But never from our hearts.
Her son Frans and his wife Gina, and her grandchildren Lucienne and Caroline.

GAFÀ - LOUIS. Loving and treasured memories of a dear husband and father on the 25th anniversary of his demise. Always remembered by his wife Lucia, sons, daughters and grandchildren. Lord, grant him peace.

GRIMA. In loving memory of a dear father, ROMEO, today the 36th anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his family.

MAGRO. In loving memory of ERIC, today the trigesima die of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Josephine, his children and his sisters. The 9 a.m. Mass said at St Pius parish church, Sta Lucija, will be offered for the repose of his soul.

MARTIN - JANE, JAMES and EVELYN. In loving memory of our dearest mum, dad and sister. Fondly remembered by Barbara, Alfred, Diane, Alexandra, Yvette, their husbands and families. "You lived for those you loved and those you loved remember."

MERCIECA. In loving memory of Lady Mercieca, a wonderful and devoted mother, who died 34 years ago. So very much loved and always missed by her children, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

MIZZI. In loving remembrance of a dear husband and father, JOHN, February 28 the 25th anniversary of his passing away. Never forgotten by his wife Cettina, his daughter Denise, his son Stephen and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

PACE. In loving and unfading memory of DORIS, today the 12th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by all her family.

PACE - VIOLET. Treasured and unfading memories of a dearly beloved mother, grandmother, great-grand mother and sister, today the fourth anniversary of her passing. Always in our hearts and prayers. Her family.

PACE DECESARE - MARY. Today the 19th anniversary of her meeting the Risen Lord, the 8.30, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Masses said at St John of the Cross parish church, Ta' Xbiex, are being offered for the repose of her soul.

PULIS. In loving memory of our dearest CARMELA, a beloved mother and grandmother, who went to meet the Risen Lord 28 years ago today. For ever in the hearts and prayers of her family.

RIZZO - RONALD. In loving memory of a beloved brother, today the eighth anniversary of his demise. Always remembered and missed by his brothers, sisters and their families.

SANT - MARY née Portanier. Remembering with love and gratitude our dear mother on the 14th anniversary of her demise. Her children Ann, Rose, Godfrey, Edward, Anthony, Joan, Marie and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

SPITERI. In loving memory of Bro Joseph R., SJ, on the 25th anniversary of his meeting the Lord after a car accident in Kenya while carrying out his missionary work on February 26, 1981. His brother and sisters.

TONNA - EDDIE. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, who passed away a year ago today. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Rina, his children Vivien, Corinne and Alex, in-laws, and his beloved grandchildren Linda and Andrew, Nadine and Amanda and little Emma.

TONNA - EDDIE. In loving memory of a dear dad and nannu. Passed away one year ago but never forgotten. Alex, Nadia, Emma.

Legion Of Mary

The Legion of Mary of the English-speaking parish announces the ceremony of the Curia, Queen of Peace, at St Julian's parish church, on Sunday, March 19, at 4 p.m.

Personal

The Caruana family of Marsaxlokk would like to thank the Rev. clergy who concelebrated Mass, relatives and friends who attended the funeral, sent cards, flowers, donations or showed sympathy on the sad loss of CARMELO, a treasured husband and father who went to the Risen Lord on January 25, 2006, at the age of 58.

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta: 9 a.m. - noon - Gozo 7.30 - 11 a.m.
Collis Williams Pharmacy, 300, Republic Street, Valletta;
Cosmed Pharmacy, 'Soccors', Villambrosa Street, Hamrun;
Fatima Pharmacy, Triq iz-Zonqor, St Venera;
Pharmaplus, Ganu Street, Birkirkara;
J & L Pharmacy, 8, Yacht Marina Apartments, Marina Street, Pietà;
Penny Lane Pharmacy, Triq is-Sejjieh, Swieqi;
Norman's Pharmacy, 82, Tower Road, Sliema;
Balzan Pharmacy, 70, St Francis Street, Balzan;
Brown's Chemists, St Paul Street, Naxxar;
Village Pharmacy, 116, Main Street, Mellieha;
Distinction Pharmacy, 32, Antoine De Paule Square, Paola;
Victory Pharmacy, 32, Victory Street, Senglea;
Fgura Pharmacy, St Thomas Street, Fgura;
Martin's Pharmacy, 186, Birzebbuga Street, Birzebbuga;
Kristianne Pharmacy, Triq ic-Cavi, Mqabba;
Nobel Pharmacy, Sciortino Street, Zebbug;
Imtarfa Pharmacy, Count Salvatore Manduca Street, Mtarfa;
Azzopardi Pharmacy, Capuchins Street, Victoria, Gozo;
Tony's Pharmacy, Qbajjar Road, Marsalforn.