BUSUTTIL. On December 8, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Jacqueline née Murray Curtis and Jean-Pierre, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - NINA. Thanks to the hospital staff for their excellent care and unforgettable experience.

CAMILLERI. On December 12, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Angele née Carter and Melchisedech, God's precious gift of a first-born son - NICHOLAS. Thanks to the obstetrician and midwives Mariella Abela Camilleri and Charmaine Mamo and all the maternity staff at the hospital.

DEBONO. On December 8, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Yvette née Chetcuti and Gordon, God's precious gift of a second daughter - ELLA MARIE, a welcome sister to Amy. Special thanks to midwife Sharon Micallef.

FARRUGIA. On December 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Marilyn née Borg and Charles, God's precious gift of a daughter - PHILIPPA NICOLE, a most welcome sister to Julian. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the family doctor and midwife Dorienne Mangion.

GALEA. On December 12, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Liliana née Micallef and Franco, God's precious gift of a son - FEDERICO, a most welcome brother to Francesco. Special thanks to all the hospital staff.

GREGORY. On December 10, to Kirsten née Zammit and George, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - AMY. Special thanks to the dedicated staff at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, and, in particular, to midwife Mariella.

IVES. On December 4, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Amanda née Homes and Stephen, God's precious gift of a daughter - ZOE, a most welcome sister to Serena and Amber. Thanks to the gynaecologist, the anaesthetist, and midwife Carmen Scerri, and to all the maternity staff at the hospital.

LAFERLA. On December 3, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Antoinette and Jonathan, God's most sacred gift of a daughter - ARIANA, a welcome sister to Luca. Special thanks to midwife Carmen Wareing and all the maternity staff.

LUPI. On December 14, at St Philip's Hospital, to Patricia née Zerafa and Mark, God's precious gift of a daughter - KATRINA, a most welcome sister to Martina and Michela. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to all the staff at the hospital.

OVEREND. On December 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Michelle née Grech and Ivan, God's precious gift of a son - NICHOLAS, a most welcome brother to Rebecca. Thanks be to Our Lady and St Pio. Special thanks to midwife Maria Cutajar and all the staff.

VELLA. On December 9, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Lorraine née Micallef and Pierre, God's precious gift of a daughter - GIULIA, a most welcome sister to Giada. Thanks to all the maternity staff at the hospital.

VELLA. On December 14, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Nadia née Borg and Luke, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MARTINA. Thanks to the obstetrician and midwives Anna Calleja and Anna Croucher, and all the maternity staff at the hospital.

Congratulations

Congratulations on your graduation MARIE CLAIRE CACHIA, B.Ed. (Hons.). With love, Mum, Dad, Stephanie, Paul, Grandpa Joseph and Aunt Marianne.

Obituary

DALMAS. On December 16, at St Luke's Hospital, MARIA RITA, née Tabone, widow of Carmelo, aged 86, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her sad loss her two daughters Esther and her husband Louis Grixti and Catherine and her husband Mario Spiteri, her grandchildren Petra, Kristian and Lynn, her two sisters Sister Julia Tabone of the Daughters of the Sacred Heart and Salvina Pace, residing in the USA, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital on December 19, at 7.45 a.m. for St Gregory Cemetery chapel, Zejtun, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.15 a.m., followed by interment. No flowers by request but donations to the charitable institutes of the Daughters of the Sacred Heart will be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

Requiem masses

A Mass for the repose of the souls of JOSEPH and CECILE COPPINI will be said today at 10.30 a.m. at St Gregory's parish church, Sliema.

On the first anniversary of the death of Mgr PAUL PACE of Attard, a Mass for the repose of his soul will be said on December 19 at 6.30 p.m. at St Mary's parish church, Attard. Lord, grant him eternal rest. The Pace family.

In memoriam

ABELA. Loving and unfading memories of Notary SAMMY ABELA on the 29th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Carmen, his children Dr Marthese and her husband Dr Adrian Attard, the Hon. Notary Tony Abela and his wife Myra, Notary Joseph Abela and his wife Suzanne, Carmelina and her husband Dr Anthony Griscti Soler, Paul and his wife Simone, Louis and his wife Charmaine, relatives and friends. A prayer is solicited.

ALLAN - GLADYS née Cordwell. In loving memory of a dear sister. Fondly remembered by Muriel, Winifred and Babs.

ANTONCICH. In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, JOSEPH (ex-Superintendent of Police), on the 25th anniversary of his death. Never forgotten by his children Victoria and her husband John, James and his wife Beryl, Henry and his wife Rina, grandchildren, relatives and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

APPS. In ever loving memory of THOMAS, a dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather on the 59th anniversary of his death. Never forgotten by his children Joseph, Edwin and Astrid, Carmen, widow of Alfred and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

ARRIGO - MARILYNE and TONIO. Precious memories of our dear mother and father. Anna, Edward.

BORG - JULIAN. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grand-father on the first anniversary of his death. Always in the thoughts and prayers of his wife Rena, his sons Emanuel and Francis, his daughter Maria Theresa and her husband Charles, and his grandchildren Stephanie, Alison and Jolene. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

BORG - LETTY (ex-Assistant Head Teacher). Remembering her with love today and always. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Her family and friends.

BRINCAT - GODFREY. Today the 31st anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his children Fr Joseph, Fr Albert Brincat, O.Carm., Fr Paul, Henry and his wife Maria and grandchildren Ivan and his fiancée Giulia and Ruth and her husband Robert. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BUSUTTIL - JOSEPH P. BUSUTTIL, LP. In loving memory of a most beloved brother, today being the second anniversary of his death.
We think of you in silence
We often speak your name
But all we have are memories
And your picture in a frame.
Each time we see your picture
You seem to smile and say
"Don't worry dears
I am only sleeping
We will meet again some day".
Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his brothers, sisters and in-laws, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CALLEJA URRY - LAURENCE. Although four years ago you were taken from us, you are continually in our hearts and minds. Your beloved wife Evelyn, your sons David and his wife Jane, Mark and Madlyn, Simon and Sylvana, Alan and Sandra and his beloved grandchildren Davinia and her husband Bradley, Maxine, Adam, Marlin, Chris, Shawn and Ryan. May God grant you eternal rest.

CHETCUTI BONAVITA. In ever loving memory of a dearest father and grandfather, JOHN, today the 18th anniversary of his demise. Always loved and remembered by his sons Joe and Noel and their respective wives Caroline and Miriam and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

DAMATO. In ever loving memory of JOE DAMATO, LP, on the 23rd anniversary of his death. Sadly missed by his wife Connie, sons, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

MICALLEF-BORG. Unfading memories of our beloved TONY on the 28th anniversary of his tragic loss. So sadly missed by his mother, sisters, in-laws, nephews and nieces.

MORTIMER. In loving memory of ARTHUR STUART on this the 20th anniversary of his death.

O'DEA. In loving memory of our dear father JOSEPH (ex-RFA engineer), on the fourth anniversary of his parting to eternal life. Fondly remembered by his children John, Beatrice and Josephine, spouses and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

ROSSIGNAUD. Treasured memories of our dearest mother HELEN née Casolani, today the 54th anniversary of her passing away. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Her children Margaret, Martin, Edgar, Helen and M'Louise, her in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

SAMMUT. In memory of Dr EDWARD SAMMUT on the 22nd anniversary of his death. Please remember him in your prayers.

SCICLUNA. In loving memory of DOREEN on the ninth anniversary of her demise. Remembered with love and gratitude. Her children Mark, Corinne and Moyra, sisters, brother and in-laws. Kindly remember her in your prayers.

ZARB - HELEN. Treasured memories of a dear mother on the anniversary of her demise. Her children.

Personal

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, praised, loved and glorified throughout the whole world. Amen.

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, praised and glorified throughout the whole world forever and ever. Amen. A.S.

Thanks be to God through the intercession of Our Lady of Carafa for the grace received.

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help or sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto thee, O virgin of virgins, my mother! To thee do I come; before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O mother of the word incarnate! Despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen. Three Hail Marys.

Sidonia Enterprises Ltd

Christmas shutdown. Last trading day December 19, 2006, reopening January 3, 2007.

Season's greetings

Spiridione and Olga Aquilina of Main Street, Qormi, would like to extend season's greetings to all their relatives and friends as they are not sending Christmas cards this year.

Mr and Mrs J.L. Debono of 163c, Church Avenue, Paola, wish all their relatives and friends a very happy Christmas and a bright and peaceful New Year.

Major A.A. Grech (Sonny) and Ms May Pecorella wish all their family and friends a happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. They will not be sending any cards this year.

Diane and John Joseph and family wish all their friends in Malta a very happy and healthy Christmas and New Year.

To whom it may concern

Dr Joseph (Peppino) Attard regrets that owing to his recent bereavement due to the death of his beloved wife Maureen he is unable to personally reply to the many seasonal greetings sent by relatives, friends and clients. He wishes to reciprocate the best wishes for a happy and blessed Christmas and a prosperous and healthy New Year.

Pharmacies open today

Malta: 9 a.m.-noon; Gozo: 7.30-11 a.m.
St Publius Pharmacy, 48, Triq il-Miratur, Floriana
International Pharmacy, 650, St Joseph High Road, Hamrun
Fatima Pharmacy, Triq iz-Zonqor, Sta Venera
St Bartholomew Pharmacy, 230, Fleur-De-Lys Street, Sta Venera
Pharmaland Dispensers, 5, Tagliaferro Mansions, Princess Margerit Street, Ta' Xbiex
Lourdes Pharmacy, Naxxar Road, San Gwann
Wales Pharmacy, 183, Manwel Dimech Street, Sliema
St Mary Pharmacy, 2, Antonio Schembri Street, Attard
Sghajtar Pharmacy,Triq is-Sghajtar, Mosta
Village Pharmacy, 116, Main Street, Mellieha
Fleming Pharmacy, 65, Zabbar Road, Paola
San Filippu Pharmacy, 155, Victory Street, Senglea
Fgura Pharmacy, St Thomas Road, Fgura
Pompei Pharmacy, 28, Fishermen's Wharf, Marsaxlokk
Qrendi Pharmacy, 6, Main Street , Qrendi
Nobel Pharmacy, Sciortino Street, Zebbug
Ideal Pharmacy, 63, Main Street, Rabat
Palm Pharmacy, 2, Palm Street, Victoria, GOZO
St John's Pharmacy, 85, Independence Street Xewkija, Gozo.