Social and Personal

MALLIA. On November 28, JACKIE, née Mizzi, age 42, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her devoted husband Paul, her beloved daughter Francesca, her treasured mother Rita, her brother Alan and his wife Jane, her sisters Tisha and her husband Mark, Nicola and her husband Peter, her mother-in-law Mary, her in-laws Noel and his wife Lottie, Rosanne, Marisa and her husband George, Josette and her husband Etienne, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Jackie thanks Tessa, John, Francesca and Julian, and Anthony, for all their support over the years. The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 8.15 a.m. for St Gregory's parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.45 a.m., followed by interment in the family burial place at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord grant her eternal rest.

MIZZI. On November 29, at St Luke's Hospital, PAUL, aged 56, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his inseparable loss his wife Mary, his daughters  Stephanie and her husband Alberto Romeo, Natalia and her husband James Cutajar and Denise, his son Anthony , other relatives and friends. - R.I.P. The funeral leaves St Luke's hospital today at 9 a.m. for Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery.

PIZZUTO. On November 29, at St Vincent de Paul, JOSEPH, aged 71, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Olga, his children Alexander and his wife Johanna, MaryAnne and her husband Nicky Vella, his grandchildren Matthew, Gabriella and Stephanie, his brother Paul and his wife Elizabeth, in-laws, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul today at 1.30 p.m. for St Cajetan parish church, Hamrun, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar il-Wens will be greatly appreciated.

SCHEMBRI. On November 28, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, MAE, née Micallef of Sliema, aged 71, passed peacefully away after a long illness borne with Christian fortitude. She leaves to cherish her memories and mourn her irreparable loss her beloved husband Emanuel (Lolly), her children Jennifer, wife of Mario Ellul, Moira, wife of John Cassar, Gordon and his wife Mimi, Ruth, wife of James O'Flaherty, Anthony and his wife Dorianne and Audrey, her 15 grandchildren Rebecca, wife of Brian Laudi, Petra, wife of Aaron Zammit, Yani, Kyle, Luke, Mark, Kerstin, Scott, Tasha, Darren, Kane, Davina, Emma, Laura and Kira, her five great-grandchildren Jade, Kaia, Nathan, Thea and Martha, her brother Paul and his wife Margaret of Australia, her sisters Grace and her husband Vince Cortis, Lina and her husband Ronnie Banavage of Canada, Vivian and her husband John Spiteri, Josephine and her husband Manuel Dimech, Emanuel Galea, widower of her sister Margaret, her nephews, nieces, in-laws, other relatives and many friends. The funeral leaves St James Capua Hospital tomorrow at 8.15 a.m. for the Carmelite parish church, Balluta, St Julians, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment in the family chapel at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Hospice Movement will be greatly appreciated. Special thanks to all the dedicated doctors, nurses and staff at St James Capua Hospital. Lord grant her eternal rest.

TABONE. On November 29, Anthony (ex-RAF), of Valletta residing in St Paul's Bay, aged 71, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Marie, his children Martin and his wife Louise, Raymond (councillor of St Paul's Bay), Marica and her husband Laurence Hili, Tania and her husband Stephen Ebejer, Romina and her husband Dunstan Sammut, his grandchildren Charlene, Clint, Amanda, Roderich, Daniel, Gianluca, Matteo, Aidan and their fiancés, his brothers and sisters, his mother-in-law, in-laws, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence today at 1.15 p.m. for Our Lady of Sorrows parish church, St Paul's Bay, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m. followed by interment in the family burial place at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Ursuline Crèche, Guardamangia will be appreciated. Lord grant him eternal rest.

Requiem Masses

A Mass for the repose of the soul of MAY PANTALLERESCO will be said today at 6 p.m. at the Ursuline chapel, Sliema. Everyone is invited to attend.

In Memoriam

AGIUS - Dr EMANUEL AGIUS, MD, microbiologist. On the 13th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by Tony, Gemma and May. Of your charity kindly remember him in your prayers. May he rest in the peace of Our Lord.

ATTARD. In loving memory of NAZZARENO (ex-PS755), today the third anniversary of his death. Loved and missed by his wife Josephine née Bayliss, his children, their respective families and relatives.

BORG - ANGELA. Always very lovingly remembered and still so deeply missed. Johanna, Marisa and Louis.

D'AGATA. In loving memory of my dear father FRANCIS on the 59th anniversary of his death. Franco.

GASAN - LILIAN née Mercieca. Today is the 11th anniversary of her passing into eternal life. Sadly missed but remembered with much love and gratitude. Her children Paula, Sylvia, Joe, Veronica, in-laws, 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Lord grant her eternal rest. "We know that God, who raised the Lord Jesus to life, will also raise us up with Jesus and take us into His presence." 2 Corinthians 4v14. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said today at 3.30 p.m. at the Gasan Centre, Mriehel bypass. Relatives and friends are welcome.

GRECH - RITA. Treasured and unfading memories, today the 14th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her family.

GRUPPETTA. In ever loving memory of DOMINIC on the 28th anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his sons Arthur, Victor and Maurice, in-laws, relatives and friends. A prayer for his repose is appreciated.

MAMO - VANNA. In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother on the 18th anniversary of her death. R.I.P. Albert, Helen, Vanessa and Mark.

MEA. In loving memory of our dear father AURELIO on the 25th anniversary of his death. His only daughter Lina and her husband Herman German.

MEA. In cherished memory of our darling nannu AURELIO on the 25th anniversary of his death. So sadly missed by his grandchildren Arianne E. Sullivan and Charisse Camilleri.

MIZZI. In loving memory of my dear wife ANNA on what would have been her 80th birthday. Manoel.

TABONE. In everlasting memory of EMANUEL C., today the 26th anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Margot A., Joseph C., relatives and friends.

TABONE - JOSIE. In loving memory of our dearest father, today the 17th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his sons Joe, Colin and Mario and their respective families.

VASSALLO. In loving memory of our dear mother GIUSEPPA, today the 15th anniversary of her death. Always in the thoughts and prayers of all her family.

VASSALLO - ROSE. In loving memory of our beloved mother on the ninth anniversary of her death. She was an exemplary mother, loving, generous and kind to everyone. Still so very sadly missed and forever in our hearts and prayers. Her children Stephen, Peter, Joe, Christine and Francis, Elsa, widow of her eldest son Luis and their families. A Mass in her memory will be said today at 6.30 p.m. at St Paul's Shipwreck chapel, St Paul's Bay. Kindly remember her in your prayers.

WARRINGTON - MARY. Precious and unfading memories of a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on the first anniversary of her death. Lovingly remembered and forever in our hearts and prayers. Anne and Victor, Rosalind and Jovin, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Power Cuts

The electricity supply will be suspended today as follows:

In Ghaxaq, between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m., in Guzeppi Vella and Guzeppi D'Arena streets and parts of Joseph Gravina Street.

In Sliema, between 8 a.m. and noon, in parts of Il-Knisja, Rudolph and Sir Adrian Dingli streets.

In St Julians, between 8 a.m. and noon, in parts of Il-Kbira Street.

In Iklin, between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m., in parts of Dwardu Cachia, Dun Karm and Frangisk Xerri streets and Guzeppi Calleja Street.

In Zebbug, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., in P.P. Mifsud, Anthony Aquilina, John Zammit, Andrea Bogdan, X. Attard, Tal-Grazzja and Dun K. Psaila streets and in parts of Hali, Pawlu Debono, Sidtna Ta' L-Angli, Il-Madonna, Dun Karm Psaila, Hal-Dwieli, Il-Gandlora, Indri Borg, Hal-Sajd, Hal-Dwin, Princep Basilju and Pietru Buttigieg streets.

Grand Mass Concert

APS Bank will sponsor the Grand Mass of the 19th century concert to be held at St John's Co-Cathedral, in Valletta, tomorrow at 7.30 p.m.

The concert, which will be under the musical direction of Rev. John Galea, will feature Messa Grande for 'soli', chorus and orchestra by Giuseppe Spiteri Fremond. APS Bank has also decided to organise another four-year cycle of annual concerts.

For tickets, the public may contact the bank's marketing unit by calling on 2560 3222 or by sending an e-mail to susan.meli@apsbank.com.mt.

Local Councils - Today's meeting

4.30 p.m. Fontana

Fair At Valletta School

A number of activities are being organised by the St Albert the Great College's Parent Teachers Association in order to raise funds for the refurbishment of the gym and other educational facilities.

The first activity, a fair, will be held at the College in Old Bakery Street, Valletta between tomorrow and Sunday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. and between 3 an 6 p.m. A variety of household items, educational toys and games, Christmas decorations, books, plants and clothes among others will be on sale. The college will also be exhibiting a collection of photographs, based on a diversity theme, entitled 1000 Families.

Christmas Bazaar In Victoria

A Christmas bazaar in aid of the Gozo SPCA will be held at Café Jubilee in It-Tokk, Victoria tomorrow from 9 a.m.

Items for sale include a range of Gozo SPCA Christmas cards, calendars, gifts, household items, glass, chinaware, jewellery and books.

Sliema Parking

Due to trenching works being carried out along The Ferries, in Sliema, from the corner with Manwel Dimech Street and Tower Road in the carriageway heading towards Tower Road, on-street parking will not be permitted as from today.

Access to vehicular traffic will not be impeded.

Recollection Evening

Opus Dei will hold an evening of recollection for men at Lapsi church in Lapsi Street, St Julians tomorrow, at 7 p.m.

A priest will be available for confessions.

Christmas Sale

The Sacro Cuor parish committee will be holding a Christmas bonanza sale at Padova Hall, Il-Knisja Street, Sliema between tomorrow and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Items such as Christmas decorations and plants will be on sale.

What's On Today

Lecture
6 p.m., at the National Museum of Archaeology, Republic Street, Valletta, talk on the Archaeological Discovery and Gains of the Three Gorges by Song Xinchao.

Exhibitions
At the Malta Trade Fair Grounds, Naxxar, paintings and sculptures by 110 artists.
At Carafa Stores, Cottonera Waterfront, original drawings by children from 191 UN countries.
At the Russian Centre for Science and Culture, 36, Merchants Street, Valletta, a display of Russian icons entitled Simboli Tas-Santa Russja.
At Artitude Gallery, Tigné Street, Sliema, paintings by Olaug Vethal and Christine X.
At Heritage Malta's Gozo area office, The Citadel, Gozo, paintings and drawings by Joseph Briffa.
At the Main Hall, St James Cavalier Centre for Creativity, Valletta, abstract paintings by Christopher Saliba.
At the Malta Aviation Museum, Ta' Qali, abstract aerial images by www.airphoto.com.mt.
At Sopo's Central Coffee House, Independence Square, Victoria, works by European artists featuring exhibits including batik, icons and paintings.