Social and Personal

BORG. On February 9, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Tania née Zammit and David, God's precious gift of a daughter - JULIA, a most welcome sister to Daniel. Special thanks to midwife Doreen Cilia, the obstetrician and all the maternity staff.

BUGEJA. On Easter Sunday, April 16, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Susanne née Cassar and Frank, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MARTINA EMMA. Thanks be to the Divine Mercy and the Blessed Virgin Mary. A big thank you to all the staff, especially midwife Josette Agius. Dear nannu Leli, please watch over me from your place in heaven, Martina.

CAMILLERI. On April 20, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Fiona née Ellul and Kevin, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - EMILY. Thanks to all the hospital staff.

CINI. On April 21, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Glorianne née Borg and Arnold, God's precious gift of twin daughters - MATTEA and CESCA. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwives and all the staff at labour and post-natal wards for their excellent help.

de BONO. On April 20, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Claire née Scerri and Ernest, God's precious gift of a daughter - HANNAH, a most awaited sister to Filippa. Deo gratias et Mariae.

MAGRIN. On April 21, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Claudia née Cordina and Daniel, God's precious gift of a second-daughter - CARLA, sister to Christina. Thanks to all the staff at the hospital. Special thanks to dedicated midwife Mrs Carmen Scerri.

MALLIA AZZOPARDI. On April 25, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Sandra and Charles, God's precious gift of a son - JACOB, a most welcome brother to Jan, Luke and Isaac. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the doctors, midwives and staff. A big thank you as well to our families and friends for all their love, support and prayers.

WADGE. On April 24, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Tanya née Scicluna and Harvey, God's precious gift of a son - ANDY, a welcome brother to Kacey. Thanks to all the family and staff.

Marriages

Mr MALCOLM BRAY, B.Com. (Hons), M.Sc. Econ. (York) and Dr GRAZIELLA CALLEJA MERCIECA, BA, LL.D., Adv. Trib. Eccl. Melit.
The marriage took place on April 23 at Lapsi church, St Julian's, between MALCOLM, son of Mr and Mrs Anthony Bray of Fgura, and GRAZIELLA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Mario Calleja of Sliema. Mass was concelebrated by Fr Raphael Pace and by Fr Christopher Caruana, OP. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr Carlo Calleja Mercieca, B.Sc. (Hons), SRP, and Mr Joseph Genovese. Mr Patrick Grima carried out the duties of best man. Ms Krista Calleja Mercieca was maid of honour. A reception was later held at Le Meridien Phoenicia, Floriana. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Scotland.

Dr PAUL MICALLEF GRIMAUD, BA, LL.D., MA and Dr LISA PULLICINO, MD, MRCP (UK)
The marriage took place on April 22 at St Mary of Jesus church, Valletta, between PAUL, son of Mr and Mrs Aurelio Micallef Grimaud, and LISA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Mario Pullicino. Mass was celebrated by Rev. Dr Mark Sultana and Fr John Galea. The ceremony was witnessed by Dr Audrey Cassar and Mr Karl Gouder. Dr David Gonzi and Mr Jean Micallef Grimaud shared the duties of best man, while Dr Karl Briffa, Dr Martin Camilleri and Mr Oliver Lautier were ushers. The bride's sisters, Miss Kristina Pullicino and Miss Gillian Pullicino, were bridesmaids. Corinne Sammut and Mattea Pullicino, were flower-girls and Luigi Naudi was pageboy. A reception was later held at the Casino Maltese, Valletta,

Coral Wedding

Mr GODFREY LEONE GANADO and Ms CECILIA GREGORY
The marriage between GODFREY and CECILIA took place on April 29, 1971, at St Gregory's parish church, Sliema. Nuptial Mass was officiated by Fr Thomas Zammit, OP, STh.D. We thank the Lord for the blessings He has bestowed upon us during these 35 years and especially for his unending presence in our married life and His gifts of our dear children Suzannah and Gillian, our sons-in-law Lennart and Edward, and our most precious grand-daughter Federica.

Ruby Wedding

Mr JOSEPH CAMILLERI and Ms CARMELINA CARABOTT
The wedding took place on April 30, 1966, at St Catherine's parish church, Zejtun. Best wishes and thanks for being such excellent parents and grandparents from their son Anthony, Marisa and Joseph and their daughter Deborah Ann and Robert Caruana.

Mr FRANK PULLICINO and Miss JOSEPHINE MICALLEF
The marriage between FRANK and JOSEPHINE took place on May 1, 1966, at St Joseph Institute chapel, Sta Venera. Congratulations and love to mum and dad from Christopher and Louise, Daniel and Alessia, Robert and Lisa and grandchildren Luigi, Miguel, Mattea and Julian.

Obituary

DESIRA. On April 24, ANTHONY of Zejtun, aged 73, passed over to a better life after battling an illness with courage and strength. Mourned by his wife Jane, sons Mario and Denis and his wife Marisa, grandchildren Owen and Erica, other relatives and friends.

MUSCAT. On April 29, at Villa Messina, Rabat, RITA née Blackman, aged 84, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved husband, Major Louis Muscat, her daughter Maryanne Cassar, her son Joseph and his wife Miriam, her grandchildren Christine and her husband Jesmond, Steve and his wife Francesca, Robert and his girlfriend Francesca, and Martina, her great-grandchildren, brothers and sisters, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Villa Messina tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for St Cajetan parish church, Hamrun, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.

SCICLUNA. On April 29, at St Luke's Hospital, MARIE née Piscopo of Blata l-Bajda, widow of Joseph passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her only daughter Moira, wife of Charles Balzan, and her grandchildren Cora and Ian and his girlfriend Janice, her brothers and sisters Dr Daniel and his wife Mary, Iris, widow of Carmelo Hili, Josie and his wife Mary, Rose and her husband Arthur Distefano, Vince and his wife Vivie, and Victor and his wife Lukie, her nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery Chapel where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m., followed by interment. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

Appreciation - Adam Bartolo

Mr John Coleiro, of Msida, writes:

The sad news of Adam's illness reached me on Easter Saturday. He was by then feeling too poorly to receive visitors, so I thought I could offer some support by dropping him a line.

After putting some thoughts together on Easter Sunday, I was ready to mail my letter when an early call on Monday confirmed that Adam had just passed peacefully away. His time was up, too soon some may say, but it is comforting to know that it was time well spent.

There was nothing extraordinary about Adam, except his simplicity and humility. And that is what, in an ironical way, made him special.

He worked hard from a young age and continued to do so up to his retirement. The fruits of his labour were never intended to fulfil any personal ambition, but were rather an expression of love to the family he held so dear to his heart. Besides being there for his wife and children, he looked after his ailing parents on a daily basis, forfeiting holidays and rest periods to fulfil his filial duties continually with love and devotion.

In my 17 years working for him, and with him, I was touched by this altruistic quality in Adam. For him it was a pleasure to be of service to others. He had ample opportunity to express this quality in the pharmacy he ran. He had time to listen to his clients' complaints and offered compassion and solace whenever needed. To myself, this was an eye-opening experience in seeing Christ in my afflicted brothers and sisters at my place of work, and learning how to respond charitably Adam had indeed a heart of gold, and those who had the fortune to be touched by it will undoubtedly miss the man, but are happy to know that his soul is already reaping its reward.

"But the souls of the righteous are in the hand of God, and no torment will ever touch them. They are at peace." (Book of Wisdom 3, 1-2)

To his devoted wife Grace, and his beloved children Adam and Amanda, I offer my deepest sympathies.

Requiem Masses

Today being the eighth anniversary of the death of JOSEPHINE CESAREO, the 9, 10, 11 a.m. and 12 noon Masses said at the Carmelite parish church, Balluta, St Julian's, will be offered for the repose of her soul.

In Memoriam

APAP. In loving memory of MARIA née Bencini on the 14th anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Nella, Manon, John and their families.

BRINCAT DUNKERLEY - JOSEPH. On the 23rd anniversary of his demise. Lovingly remembered by his wife Mary, his children Robert, Carol, Joseph, Martin, Brian, Anthony, Joan, Anna and Simon, their respective wives, husbands, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Always in our thoughts and prayers.

BRINCAU. In loving memory of CHARLES (Carmelo), on the 35th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his daughter Mary Rose, her husband Franco, their children and all the family.

CACHIA CASTELLETTI - ROGER. Loving memories of our darling father. Forever in our hearts, thoughts and prayers, today and always. Clementine, Mary, Oreste, Anthony and families.

CARUANA SOLER - JOSEPH. On the seventh anniversary of his demise. Remembered with fondest love and respect by his widow Lilian, his children and their respective spouses and grandchildren.

CASTILLO - MARION. A dear sister and aunt, always in our thoughts and prayers, especially today the first anniversary of her demise. Anthony, Carmen, Alistair, Gaby, Kurt, Adrian and Christian. Lord, grant her peace.

CESAREO. In ever treasured and unfading memory of JOSEPHINE, a most beloved mother and grandmother, on the eighth anniversary of her demise. Eight years have gone by dearest Mum since you left us, but you are still very much alive in the hearts, thoughts and prayers of your children Anne, Randolph, Martin, in-laws and grandchildren.

ESPOSITO - JOE. In loving memory of a beloved husband, father and grandfather on the 14th anniversary of his passing away to eternal life. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by his wife Olympia, his children Joseph, Christine and her husband Keith, and his three grandchildren Luana, Kyle and Ilaria, other relatives and friends. Always in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FENECH - HETTIE. Lovingly remembered on her 31st anniversary. Rennie, Miriam and Shirley.

FSADNI - JOSEPH. In loving memory, on his third anniversary. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Sadly missed by his wife Sophie, Marina, Martin and grandchildren. Dear Lord, grant him eternal rest.

GATT - PAUL. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather on the second anniversary of his demise, May 5, 2004. Fondly remembered by his loving wife Antonia, his son Albert and his wife Maryann, his daughter Patricia and her husband Ivan, his grandchildren Simon and Karen, Erika and Vito, and Matthew, and his great-grandchild Martina. Always in our hearts and prayers.

LASPINA. Cherished and unfading memories of JOHN on the fifth anniversary of his death. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Juliet. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

SANT - MICHAEL A. May 3 being the seventh anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his wife Lina, his children Sylvander, Simeron, Sephora, Svetlana, Samantha and their families.

SPITERI MALLIA - MAURICE. Cherished memories of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, today the third anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts and prayers. His wife Antoinette, daughter Joanna, sons-in-law Francis and Stephen and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

ZAHRA. In everlasting memory of our dear father ANTHONY, today the 52nd anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His sons Lino, John, George, Winston and Tony and their families.

Personal

To thank the almighty God for graces received through the intercession of Our Lady of Sorrows, St Anne, St Pio of Pietrelcina. Blessed Nazju Falzon and Blessed Gorg Preca. M.V.

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta: 9 a.m.-noon; Gozo 7.30-11 a.m.
St Publius Pharmacy, 48, Triq il-Muratur, Floriana;
Vivien Pharmacy, Fr Magri Street, Marsa;
Lantern Pharmacy, Misrah il-Kebbies, St Venera;
Fleur-De-Lys Pharmacy, 32, Fleur-de-Lys Road, Birkirkara;
Regional Pharmacy, E.H. Furse Street, Msida;
San Gwann Pharmacy, 11, Felic Borg Street, San Gwann;
The Economical Dispensary, 86/87, Sir Adrian Dingli Street, Sliema;
Iklin Pharmacy, Geronimo Abos Street, Iklin;
Rotunda Pharmacy, 7, Eucharistic Congress Road, Mosta;
El Medina Chemist, Triq il-Fliegu, Qawra;
Fleming Pharmacy, 65, Zabbar Road, Paola;
Victory Pharmacy, 32, Victory Street, Senglea;
Cilia's Pharmacy, 303, Zabbar Road, Fgura;
St Catherine Pharmacy, Bishop Emanuel Galea Street, Zejtun;
St Andrew's Pharmacy, 25, Dun Pawl Street, Luqa;
Tal-Grazzja Pharmacy, Frangisk Farrugia Street, Zebbug;
Nigret Pharmacy, Triq iz-Zahar, Rabat;
Tac-Cawla Pharmacy, 'Marga', Dr Anton Tabone Street, Victoria, Gozo;
Tony's Pharmacy, Triq il-Qbajjar, Zebbug.