Social and Personal

SPITERI. On November 5, FRANK aged 81, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his sad loss his beloved wife Yvonne, his children Ramon, Anita and her husband Karl Gollcher, his precious grandchildren Annika and Pieter, his brother Charles and sisters Phyllis, Clotilde and Helen, his sisters-in-law Lydia and Sarah and brother-in-law Maurice, his nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for Balzan parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Hospice Movement will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord grant him eternal rest.

In Memoriam

AGIUS - BERNADETTE, 20.11.'63 - 6.11.'79. Most loving and unforgettable memories of a dearest daughter and sister who passed away so suddenly 27 years ago today.
No one will ever take your place dear Bernadette,
We are lost without you,
You left behind a memory,
That we will always treasure.
To the world you were just one,
To us you were the world.
Always in our hearts and thoughts. Papa, mama and Tancred and Marion.

AGIUS. In ever loving memory of DONALD, today the 29th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Marie Louise, his children Ann and Michael and their respective families.

BORG CARDONA - LEWIS. Loving memories of our dearest father on the 23rd anniversary of his death. Always in our hearts and prayers. Victoria, Albert, Edward, Joanne, Simone, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord grant him eternal rest.

CACHIA. In loving memory of ENID who passed away one year ago day. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Louise, Charles, Anne, David and their families.

CAMENZULI. Cherished memories of our beloved JOSEPH, today the sixth anniversary of his death. Lovingly remembered by his son Charles, his wife Anna and their children Robert and Andrea and his daughter Mary Anne.

FALZON - CARMELO FALZON, BE&A, A&CE. Treasured and unfading memories of a very loving husband, father and grandfather, today the seventh anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Sara, children and grandchildren. Lord grant him eternal rest.

FORMOSA. In everlasting memory of JOE on his second anniversary. Missed by his wife Anne and daughter Rita, Sheryl, son Michael and David.

GERA - WAYNE. Our fond memories of a playful little boy will live on forever. Auntie Ben, uncle Tom and family.

GERA - WAYNE. Celebrating your 21st year with the Lord. Thank you, my dear little angel for protecting and taking good care of us from heaven. Always and forever in our hearts. Mama Monika and brother Winston.

GERA - WAYNE. We still miss you because we're only human; you live because you rest in the arms of your Maker. Uncle Joséf, auntie Theresa and cousins Julian and Jeremy and nanna Mary.

MERCIECA. Treasured and loving memories of my dear and beloved husband PAUL, today the second anniversary of his demise. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Mariella. A prayer is solicited.

SAID. Remembering our dear PATRICK on the first anniversary of his passing away. Dad and all the family.

SAID - PATRICK. Treasured memories of my beloved, youngest brother on his first anniversary.
When I close my eyes
I can see you Patrick
I can reach out and touch you
I'll never be divided from
The love you always provided.
You are always there for me
In my heart I'll always see
Wherever I may wander
Your love will always feel stronger.
My kisses for you will never be few. I love you and miss you, Patrick, and always will. Your beloved sister Jennifer.

SAID - PATRICK. Remembered everyday with much love. Anna, Ray, Chantal.

SAID. Uncle PATRICK one year has gone but your presence and golden heart are still in our hearts. Paul Jr., Kristianne, Keith, Kevin, Jackie, Kristina and Anthony.

SANT'ANGELO - LILY. Tender memories of a dear wife on the ninth anniversary of her passing away. Always in my heart and thoughts. Steno.

SANT'ANGELO - LILY. Treasured memories of a loving mother who peacefully passed away nine years ago today. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Silvana.

SANT'ANGELO - LILY. A loving mother and devoted grandmother whom we lost nine years ago today. She is always in our thoughts and prayers. Victoria and Mario, Mark and Nigel.

VASSALLO. In loving memory of my dear wife LOUISE, today the 23rd anniversary of her demise. Always remembered by her loving husband Franco. A prayer is solicited.

Malta Chamber Of Commerce

The annual general meeting of the members of the insurance trade section will take place today at 4 p.m.

Prayer For Peace

An evening of prayer for peace and the new evangelisation of the world will be held by the International Movement of Prayer Blessed Pope John XXIII at St Francis church, Republic Street, Valletta on November 15 at 5.30 p.m.

Holy Mass will be said followed by 20 minutes of adoration.

Speaking Of Greek Icons

An exhibition of Greek icons by Centru Animazzjoni u Kommunikazzjoni (CAK) and animated by the Conventual Franciscan Friars will take place at CAK, Sommier Street, Birkirkara between November 17-19.

The icons are hand painted on wood and were brought from Greece for the exhibition.

During the exhibition, which opens on November 17 at 6.30 p.m. and will remain open on November 18 from 9.30 a.m. to noon and from 4 to 8 p.m. and from 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m on November 19, will include four talks by CAK.

A talk entitled The Icon Speaks will be delivered by Padre Walter Lobina on the opening day at 6.30 p.m. and a lecture on the Icons Of Damassena will be given by the Archimandrite George Mifsud at 7 p.m.

Talks on the Spirituality Of Icons by Padre Gerardo Curto and The Theology Of Beauty And Icons by Prof. Fr Peter Serracino Inglott will be given on November 18 at 6.30 p.m.

Meeting For Bar And Restaurant Owners

The St Paul's Bay Bars and Restaurants Association will be holding a general meeting on Thursday at 12.30 p.m. at the locality's band club.

The committee has invited Tourism Minister Francis Zammit Dimech, Labour MP Evarist Bartolo and mayor Paul Bugeja for the meeting.

Owners of licensed bars and restaurants who are not members of the association and who want to attend can join.

Queries can be made by contacting association chairman Godwin Cutajar on 9903 4340 or Paul Micallef on 9949 9382.

Text Tariff Plan

All Go Mobile subscribers can now register with the Ready To Go Text Tariff Plan by sending an SMS containing T to 4400 to benefit from the 1c per SMS rate offer.

This is not a temporary offer but an ongoing tariff that provides unlimited local text messages at 1c to everyone. Customers can purchase unlimited bundles of 300 SMS for Lm3 and 500 SMS for Lm5.

To purchase a 300 SMS bundle at Lm3, customers need to send an SMS containing 300 to 4433. Those who prefer the 500 SMS bundle at Lm5 can send an SMS containing 500 on the same number. Both bundles have a 30-day time window.

Only the cost of the bundle itself is deducted from the subscribers' credit. All local calls on this tariff cost 7c for every 30 seconds.

For more information, customers may call 146, 79222146 from other networks or visit www.go.com.mt.

Solidarity Treasure Hunt

Rotaract Malta La Valette held a treasure hunt in Mdina in aid of Amy Zahra and Sven Mifsud.

The event, which saw the participation of 83 persons, was a walking only treasure hunt which ended at Stazzjon Restaurant.

Sven is a two-year old boy suffering from a serious illness in his leg. Both the boy and his mother attended the event.

Club president Ian-Edward Stafrace thanked the team for participating in the treasure hunt.

All About Pastels

The first activity of the newly set up Pastel Society will take place at the Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce at Palazzo De La Salle, Republic Street, Valletta on November 16. The activity will be divided into two parts with the first consisting of a talk by Carmel Micallef, on the use of pastels, the types, paper and techniques while the second will entail artists working individually and who are to bring their own pastels and paper.

Those wishing to join the society are welcome to attend. There will be a small payment to cover the costs incurred by the Society of Arts for use of the premises.

MSSP Website

An official website dedicated to the Missionary Society of St Paul's founder, Joseph De Piro, has been launched at www.josephdepiro.com.

Visitors will find a number of resources focusing on the founder's life and works as well as biographical information, his personal notes and sermons, studies and articles.

The website will be regularly updated with new material and news on his canonisation.

Homes For Kittens

Good homes are needed for a number of gorgeous kittens. A ginger kitten was abandoned by his mother in Kalkara and was nursed by the mother of the other kittens in Mellieha. Anyone interested in adopting any of these kittens should phone Michelle on 99463671 or the Saint Francis Foundation for Animals on 99475357.

www.saintfrancisfoundation.com

Prayer For Peace

An evening of prayer for peace and the new evangelisation of the world will be held by the International Movement of Prayer Blessed Pope John XXIII at St Francis church, Republic Street, Valletta on November 15 at 5.30 p.m.

Holy Mass will be said followed by 20 minutes of adoration.

What's On Today

Exhibitions
The charnel house beneath the Carmelite Church in Mdina will be open for viewing.

At Gallery G, Sir Ugo Mifsud Street, Lija, photographs by Joe Zammit Lucia.

At 59, Trux Street, Gharb, Gozo, paintings by Austin Camilleri in aid of the Gozo Hospital Help Fund.

At Forni Terminal, Valletta Waterfront, the 1000 Families exhibition, a photographic display forming part of the international campaign Building Unity Through Diversity.

At Heritage Malta's head office, Merchants Street, Valletta, 60 sculptures in terracotta, Maltese stone and wood by Ganni Pace.

At Heritage Malta Gozo Area Office, The Citadel, Gozo, paintings and drawings by Prof. Joseph Briffa.

At the Main Hall, St James Cavalier Centre for Creativity, Valletta, abstract paintings by Christopher Saliba.

At the National Museum of Fine Arts, South Street, Valletta, oil paintings by Celia Borg Cardona.

At Ir-Razzett Tal-Markiz, Wied Il-Ghasel Street, Mosta, ganutell and models exhibition by Mary Muscat and Rita Agius.

At Sopo's Central Coffee House, Independence Square, Victoria, works by European artists featuring exhibits including batik, icons, paintings and watercolours.

At the Upper Galleries at St James Cavalier, Valletta, abstract works by Christopher Saliba.