CARUANA. On December 1, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Michelle née Seychell and Tony, God's precious gift of a son - MIGUEL, a most welcome brother to Luca. Thanks to all the maternity staff at the hospital.
GALEA. On November 25, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Alison and Brian, God's precious gift of a daughter - JULIENNE, a welcome sister to Emily. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to midwife Romina D'Agostino and all the dedicated maternity staff for all their care.
GILSON. On December 1, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Shirelle née Vella and Daniel, God's precious gift of a daughter - MAXINE MARIE, a most welcome sister to Samuel. Thanks to the gynaecologist and all the maternity staff at the hospital.
GREGORY. On November 24, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Rachel née Mercieca and Mark, God's precious gift of a daughter - GEORGINA, a most welcome sister to John and Emilie. Thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Carmen Scerri and all the maternity staff at the hospital.
HOEKSTRA BERRY. On November 24, in England, UK, to Mariella née Berry and Karl Hoekstra, God's precious gift of a first son - NIKOLAI EMANUEL. Deo gratias et Mariae.
MUSCAT. On November 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Annabelle née Sant and Christopher, God's precious gift of a daughter - MARTINA. Deo gratias et Mariae. Thanks to all the staff at the maternity wing, especially Emily and Sharon.
MUSCAT. On November 30, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Kim née Critien and Adrian, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - ELISA. Thanks to the gynaecologist and to all the maternity staff at the hospital.
O'MEARA SIMS. On November 27, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Cheryl née O'Meara and Jay, God's precious gift of a daughter - JASMINE JOY, a most welcome sister to Lauren. Thanks to the obstetrician and midwives Lilian Azzopardi and Sharon Bartolo and all the maternity staff at the hospital.
PARIS. On November 22, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Ann née Cuschieri and Andrew, God's precious gift of a daughter - FRANCESCA, a most welcome sister to Matthew and Michael. Deo gratias et Mariae.
RADLEY. On November 30, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Chantal née Naudi and James, God's precious gift of a son - OLIVER JAMES, a most welcome brother to William. Thanks to the obstetrician and all the maternity staff at the hospital.
STAGNO. On November 26, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to MaryGrace née Muscat and Roberto, God's precious gift of a daughter - MILENA, a most welcome sister to Matteo. Special thanks to all the staff.
ST JOHN. On November 29, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Elaine née Bonello and Brian, God's precious gift of a daughter -
HANNAH-MARIE, a welcome sister to Trevor. Special thanks to midwife Giselle Curmi and the dedicated maternity staff.
Marriages
Mr GEORGE DUNBAR COUSIN and Miss LARA GRIMA The marriage took place on Saturday, October 28, at Our Lady of the Annunciation parish church, Balzan, between GEORGE, son of James and Barbara Dunbar Cousin, and LARA, daughter of Adrian and Anna Grima. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Canon Michael Agius. The ceremony was witnessed by Robert Aquilina, Adriano Cassar Galea and Brian Grima. The duties of best men were carried out by Karl Bartolo and Mark Busuttil. The bride was attended by Lisa Dunbar Cousin, Nicolà Grima and Debbie Paris. Bettina Grima and Gabrielle Grima were flower-girls, while Benjamin Cassar Galea acted as ring bearer. A reception was later held at Villa Arrigo, Naxxar.
Obituary
BINGLEY. On November 25, NANCY MAUD, née Griffith, aged 101, passed peacefully away in Woking, UK. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Jim and Doris, Christine and Richard, an inspirational grandmother and great-grandmother. Much loved and remembered with affection by all her family and friends.
BORG. On December 2, at St Luke's Hospital, CARMELA, known as Nena, née Bezzina, aged 71, of Zebbug, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband George, her sons Joe and his wife Mona, Carmenu and his wife Maria, David and his wife Josephine, and Philip and his wife Maria, her grandchildren Clint, Annemarie, Mark Philip, Francesca, Renzo, Martina and Benedicta, her brothers and sisters, and friends. - R.I.P. The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 3 p.m., for Zebbug parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said by 3.30 p.m., followed by interment at Zebbug Cemetery.
Cardona. On December 3, at Zammit Clapp Hospital, GRACE, aged 84, of Qormi, widow of Gerald, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Josephine and her husband Carlo Zahra, Carmen and her husband Espedito Briffa, George and his wife Tessie of Canada, Joe and his wife Mary Rose, Mary and her husband George Galic, Emanuel and his wife Marie Lourdes, Piju and his wife Pauline, Rita and her husband Charles Maniscalco, Tessie and her husband Joe Bonello, Joan and her husband Joe Farrugia, Gerald and his wife Mary Lou, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P. The funeral cortege leaves Zammit Clapp Hospital tomorrow at 3 p.m. for St Sebastian parish church, Qormi, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3.30 p.m., followed by interment at St Nicholas Cemetery, Siggiewi. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.
CASSANO. On November 26, MARY ANNE, née Caruana of Birkirkara, former teacher Hamrun Girls' School, passed away at Bayport, New York, USA. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved husband Robert A., children, grandchildren, relatives and friends, both local and overseas. The church ceremonies and funeral were held on November 30. Thank you, Mary Anne, for sweet and kind memories. Please remember her in your prayers. Dear Jesus, grant her eternal rest.
GERADA. On December 2, CARMEL, of Fgura, aged 67, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Lydia, his daughters Rosanne and her husband Rennie, and Sandra and her husband Mark, his four grandchildren Martina, Stella, Martha and Samuel, his sisters, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m., for Fgura parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
Paris. On December 2, Emanuel, sive Solly, aged 83, born in Floriana and residing in Attard, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Frances, his children Mariella, husband of John Falzon, Tonio and his wife Mary Rose, Edward and his wife Miriam, David, Magdalene, Patrick and his wife Therese, Mark and his wife Priscilla, and Sister Michaela of the Ursuline Sisters of St Angela Merici, his grandchildren Alan, Neil, Alexia, Kurt, Krista, Michelle, Matteo and Kirsty, his brother and sister, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P. The funeral leaves St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, tomorrow at 1.30 p.m. for St Dominic's church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Ursuline Crèche of Sliema will be appreciated.
Requiem masses
Today's 12.15 p.m. Mass at St Julian's parish church shall be offered for the repose of the soul of Dr MARCEL BIANCHI.
A Mass for the repose of the soul of KATHLEEN DINGLI who passed away in Australia on November 15, will be said tomorrow at 6.30 p.m. at St Patrick's church, Sliema. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.
In memoriam
ATTARD MONTALTO - MARY. Today the 28th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her sons, daughters-in-law and grandchildren. A prayer is solicited. May she rest in peace.
CUOMO. In loving memory of our dear mother PAULINE on her fifth anniversary. Forever in the hearts and prayers of her seven children and their families.
All our life We miss you, Mum.
Time passes, Memories stay.
You are quietly remembered Every day.
Lord, grant her eternal rest.
DEMAJO - APOLLONIA. In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother on the 11th anniversary of her death. Sadly missed by all her children, their spouses and her grandchildren. Lord grant her eternal rest.
DOGGETT WILLIAMS - PETER. On the fourth anniversary of his death, a Mass for the repose of his soul will be said tomorrow at 6.30 p.m. at Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema. May his soul rest in peace. Mum, sisters and brothers.
GALEA - GEORGE J. GALEA, A&CE. Treasured and unfading memories of our dear father on the ninth anniversary of his death. Joseph, Anthony and Richard Galea Debono and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
HARMSWORTH - JOSEPH. In loving memory of a dear father, today the first anniversary of his demise. Always cherished in our memories. Vincent, Silvana, Dunstan, Kurt and Lindsay.
HARMSWORTH - JOSEPH. In loving memory of a dear father, today the first anniversary of his demise. Always cherished in our memories. Doris and John, Denise and Anthony.
HUNTINGFORD - ANTONIA. Loving memories of a dear sister on the 25th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Stephanie and Ray, Maura and Francis.
MANCHÉ - JANIE. In loving memory of a most precious mother and grandmother, today the first anniversary of her demise. If roses grow in heaven, Lord, please pick a bunch for me, place them in my mother's arms and tell her they're from me. Tell her that I love and miss her and when she turns to smile, place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while. Because remembering her is easy, I do it everyday, but there's an ache within my heart that will never go away. Forever missed, forever loved, forever living on in our hearts. Her daughter Veronica and her husband Alfie. Her treasured grandchildren Tara and Sean: Nanna we miss you and love you so much but we know you are in heaven and that you still watch over us as you always did. May you rest in peace. Amen.
MANCHÉ - JANIE née Demajo. In loving memory of my dearest sister on her first anniversary. Always in our hearts and minds, till we meet again. All our love, Claire and Louis.
MANCHÉ. Today the first anniversary of the death of my auntie JANIE. Sadly missed but always remembered with much love and gratitude. God bless her soul. Her nephew Daniel and family.
MANCHÉ - JANIE née Demajo. To my dearest auntie who passed away to a better life one year ago today. I still feel your presence every day when I pray and think of you. I miss you so much. Forever in my heart, all my love. Claude.
MUSCAT - JOSEPH. In loving memory of my dearest father, specially remembered tomorrow the anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. Sadly missed and always lovingly remembered by his only daughter Maria. Dear Lord grant him eternal rest.
REFALO - MARY née Dalmas. Cherished memories of our beloved mother, today the second anniversary of her passing. Sadly missed by her children and their families. Rest in peace dearest mama.
SCHEMBRI. In loving memory of MARIO on the first anniversary of his demise. Deeply missed by his children Jonathan, Roslyn and Rebecca, his mother Catherine, his father Alfred, his brother George, his sisters Rita and Janice, their families and friends. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said on December 7 at 6 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception chapel, Benghajsa. Another Mass will be celebrated on December 8 at 11.30 a.m. at the Carmelite Basilica, Valletta. Always in our thoughts and prayers.
TABONE - VICTORIA. On the 28th anniversary of her meeting the Lord, a saintly mother is fondly remembered with abiding love by her sons Fr Crispin Tabone, OFM Cap. and Anton, and her grandchildren Lea, Claude, Christian and Edwina.
WOODS - THOMAS. Loving memories, today being the 31st anniversary of his passing away to eternal life. Always in our hearts and prayers. His children, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grand-children.
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Christmas shutdown. Last trading day December 19, reopening January 3.
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Pharmacies open today
Malta: 9 a.m.- noon; Gozo: 7.30-11 a.m. Chemimart Ltd., 14, St Anne Street, Floriana
The Cross Pharmacy, 20, St Joseph High Road, Hamrun
St. George's Pharmacy, 21, High Road, Qormi
Mackie's Pharmacy, L. Casolani Street, Ta' Paris, Birkirkara
Deby's Pharmacy, 1, Quarry's Square, Msida
Melita Pharmacy, 127, St George Street, St Julian's
Edward's Pharmacy, 115, Manwel Dimech Street, Sliema
St Michael Pharmacy, Transfiguration square, Lija
Tat-Targa Pharmacy, Plot No. 2, Constitution Street, Mosta
Parkes Pharmacy, 582, St Paul Road, St Paul's Bay
Agius Pharmacy, 64/65, Antoine De Paule Square, Paola
Kalkara Pharmacy, 8, Archbishop Gonzi Square, Kalkara
Polymer Pharmacy, Xghajra Road, Zabbar
Gudja Pharmacy, 25, St Cyrus Street, Gudja
Bronja Pharmacy, Sonata, Bronja Street, Zurrieq
Menelo Pharmacy, Dr Nikola Zammit Street, Siggiewi
Central Pharmacy, Manuel Vitale Street, Rabat
Castle Pharmacy, 2, Independence Square, Victoria, GOZO
Vella Pharmacy, 15, December 13 Street, Nadur, Gozo.