Social and Personal

CALLEJA. On September 21, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, PAUL, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Fr Tony Calleja, SJ, Carmen, Joe and his wife Maria, Godfrey and his wife Jane, Bernard and his wife Sylvana and Therese and her husband Godwin, his sisters Sr Arsenia and Stella Gauci, his grandchildren Rachelle, Diana, Clint, Sarah, David, Rebecca, Nathalie, Dennis and Josef, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence 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 in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Lord grant him eternal rest.

PACE. On September 21, at her residence in Zejtun, POLLY, aged 86, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Evelyn, Billy and his wife Sylvia, Willy and his wife Marygrace, Josie and his wife Dodie, Connie and her husband Victor, Johnny and his wife Rose, Lawrence and his wife Marianne, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P. Mass praesente cadavere will be said today at 4 p.m. at Zejtun parish church, followed by interment at Zejtun cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Zejtun charity homes will be appreciated.

VELLA. On September 20, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, EMANUEL of Kalkara, aged 85, a beloved father, ex-senior police inspector, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Josephine, his children Emanuel and his wife Anne, Marianne and her husband Martin, Victor and his partner Jackie, Eugenio and his wife Patricia, Bernardette and her husband Michael and Martin, his grandchildren, his sister Doreen, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. - R.I.P. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence today at 1.30 p.m. for St Joseph parish church, Kalkara where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 2.15 p.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be greatly appreciated.

Appreciation Carol Formosa

Catherine A. Galea writes:

The last time some of us saw Carol was at a lunch party to celebrate three September birthdays among old school friends. Carol told us about her life in Italy where she was staying while she waited for her much needed pancreas transplant. She sported a smart haircut and wore her Como silk scarf with style. She mentioned the English lessons she was giving and the history of art lessons she was following - all of which she was enjoying very much - in spite of her battle with major health problems.

As the dessert arrived she cautioned us to go easy on the sugar - diabetes and insulin dependency had left her in no doubt as to life's sweeter options.

The real lasting taste that Carol leaves us with is one of admiration for her optimism to face each new day. A formidable fearlessness of death regarded with the eyes of faith and exemplified by her loving mother was an inspiration to us and ever evident to her close family and friends. May this quality of Carol's continue to be an inspiration to us and of gentle consolation to all who knew and loved her.

On behalf of Sacred Heart school friends

In Memoriam

ABELA - MARVI. Treasured and unfading memories of a beloved wife and mother, today being the third anniversary of her passing away. Sadly missed by her husband Paul and children Kristina and Luisa. Please remember her in your prayers.

ABELA - MARVI née Sullivan. Cherished and unfading memories of our dearest sister on the third anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. John, Ernest, Joseph, Anna, Patricia and Louise, in-laws, nephews and nieces.

BORG - CARMELO. Today being the 20th anniversary of his passing away. Never forgotten by his children Joan, Louise and Walter, in-laws, grandchildren, relatives and friends.

CREMONA - WALTER J. Treasured and unfading memories of a dearest father and grandfather, today being the 10th anniversary of his demise. Simone, Tonio, Vanni and Michelle, and Kristian.

De MARCO. In loving memory of GIOVANNA, today the 31st anniversary of her death. Now as ever so close to my heart. Guido.

DELIA. In loving memory of EVELYN née Ellul on the 10th anniversary of her death. Treasured memories of a beloved mother and grandmother. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Marina and Therese and their families.

FARRUGIA - JOSEPH. In loving memory of a devoted husband, father and grandfather, today being the 12th anniversary of his passing away. You are still living in our hearts and we can never forget you. Your wife Elfrida, children Martin and Suzanne, Gordon, Simon and Susan, Joselle and Jean Bernard and grandchildren Benjamin, Shaun, Matthew, Mark, Nicholas and Carla.

GUSMAN - DORIS. In ever loving memory of a beloved mother and grandmother on the second anniversary of her demise. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said today at 6.30 p.m. at St Gregory's parish church, Sliema. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Her children Alice, Angela and respective families.

MAISTRE. In loving memory of MARY, today the ninth anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Louis and Georgette.

MICALLEF - CATHERINE. Lovingly remembered and always missed, today the third anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Michael and all her family.

MICALLEF - VICTORIA. A loving father, on the seventh anniversary of his demise. A prayer would be welcome. Liliana and family.

PARIS. In loving memory of our loving parents ARTHUR and MARY on the anniversaries of their death. Fondly remembered by their children and grandchildren, Rose-Marie and Tony, Cecil, Margaret and Bill and daughter-in-law Marion. May they rest in peace.

SCIFO - SALVATORE. Sweet and loving memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather on the 21st anniversary of his death. If we had a single flower for every time we think about you, we could walk forever in this garden. We love you and miss you dearly.

VASSALLO CESAREO - BIANCA. In affectionate and loving memory, today the 21st anniversary of her death. Sadly missed by her two sons Attilio and Leo, their families and relatives. The 6.45 p.m. Mass said at Our Lady of Good Counsel parish church, Paceville, will be offered for the repose of her soul. Lord grant her eternal rest.

ZAMMIT - EDGAR. Treasured memories of a loving husband, father and grandfather, tomorrow the 11th anniversary of his demise. Always in our prayers. Antoinette, his six children and their families. Tomorrow's 6 p.m. Mass at the Ursuline Crèche chapel, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of his soul.

Milan Club

The members of the Milan Club Malta have elected a new committee 2006/2007.

Louis Cuschieri is president; Anthony Camilleri, vice-president; Eric Chatlani, secretary; Stefan Cordina assistant secretary; Tonio Cuschieri, cashier; Paul Borg, assistant cashier; Andre Sammut, PRO and international secretary; Emannuel Azzopardi, club director and Emmanuel Nappa, assistant club director.

The club is situated in Carmelo Camilleri Street, Qormi and is open Tuesday to Sunday. More information can be obtained by calling 2146 6112 or by sending an e-mail to info@milanclubmalta.com.

Leadership course

A course aimed at forming leaders in the Christian Community will be organised by the Pastoral Formation Institute together with the Forum of Lay Associations and Movements.

The course is aimed at those aged 20 and over who are in a position of leadership in a Catholic association, movement or a parish organisation. It will consist of four weekend seminars and will cover Group Dynamics, Leadership Skills, the Person Of The Leader and Interpersonal Skills.

The last seminar will entail a residential weekend retreat presenting the Biblical Model of Leadership.

More information and application forms can be collected from the reception at the Archbishop's Curia, Floriana or by e-mail to leadershipcertificate@yahoo.com. The closing date is September 29.

What's On Today

Concert
8 p.m., at the Chapel of the Flight to Egypt by the Holy Family, Valletta Waterfront, a vocal recital by soprano Marita Bezzina accompanied by pianist Ramona Zammit Formosa.

Exhibitions
11.20 a.m., the Santa Marija Tower in Comino will be open to the public.
At Heritage Malta's head office, Merchants Street, Valletta, paintings by various artists in aid of the 34U Campaign.
At Heritage Malta's head office, Merchants Street, Valletta, paintings by Joseph Mallia.
At the Inquisitor's Palace, Vittoriosa, The Cards Of Destiny: Gambling, Luck And Magic.
At the Museum of Fine Arts, South Street, Valletta, paintings by Hanneke Wessels.
At Ir-Razzett Tal-Markiz Mallia Tabone, Wied Il-Ghasel Street, Mosta, paintings and ceramics by Anna Spiteri.