Social And Personal

CORDINA. On June 30, at St Luke's Hospital, Censu, aged 86, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of the Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Georgina, his children Jane and her husband Louis Cauchi, Silvio and his wife Miriam, Tommy and his wife Doris, Grace and her husband Louis Vella, Rosette and her husband Anton Vella, Josephine and her husband Biagio Bonnici, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, his sister Francesca Vella, sister-in-law Mary Cilia, nephews, nieces and their families, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Cajetan's 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 tal-Providenza will be greatly appreciated. Lord grant him eternal rest.

Carmelo Cachia

Frans H. Said writes:

Obituaries are normally written about personalities and noted individuals, but there are of course those who deserve appreciation and recognition.

A very long-standing friend of mine died on June 26 at the venerable age of 83 and was buried two days later in the Safi cemetery, his village of birth. Since I had known him, some 50 years ago, Carmelo Cachia always lived in Zurrieq, but very near Safi, in the Xarolla area.

A capable carpenter, he used to take great pride in his work. I had first met Carmelo at the Royal Air Force headquarters in Floriana where he was the resident carpenter doing any new or repair job as required. He enjoyed the respect of all; in fact even the Air Officer Commanding always had the highest esteem for him.

Carmelo had three children and is also survived by his wife, Theresa, all of whom he loved and did his utmost to see them progress well in life.

The relationship with Carmelo was not the case of officer and worker; with him it was that of mutual respect, appreciation and friendship. He used to be invited in the best homes while, alternatively, anyone was welcome to visit his family where the hospitality went beyond any expectations.

Carmelo was, and should be, an example for all workers who, through their hard and genuine work, are esteemed by all.

His death preceded a very important event as he had been looking forward to celebrate his Diamond wedding anniversary. He was loved by many of the villagers of Safi and Zurrieq. Both political parties and both band clubs of his residential village missed our dear friend Carmelo.

May his soul rest in peace!

Requiem Masses

Tomorrow the ninth anniversary of the death of MARY DEMARCO, née Borg Costanzi, a Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated at 7 p.m. at St Joseph School, Blata l-Bajda. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.

In Memoriam

BONNICI. In loving memory of ALFRED on the second anniversary of his demise. Carmen, Ingrid, Sharelle, Hugh, Mildred and Andrew.

CARABOTT - Anthony. Remembered with much love and deep gratitude on the 20th anniversary of his death. We thank God upon every remembrance of him today and always. May he rest in peace. His wife Carmen, son Anthony and daughter-in-law Marica.

GASAN - JOE. Today is the 31st anniversary of his passing into eternal life. Sadly missed but remembered with much love and gratitude. His children Paula, Sylvia, Joe and Veronica, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest. A Mass for the repose of the souls of the dearly departed members of the Gasan family will be said today at 3.30 p.m. at the Gasan Centre, Mriehel Bypass, Mriehel. Relatives and friends are welcome.

GINGELL - ROSA. Cherished memories of a dear and caring mother, today the fourth anniversary of her death. Always in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Sadly missed by Alex, Frederick, Maria, Louise, Liz, Joseph and their respective families.

MICALLEF - DOLORES, 2.7.'94. Loving memories of a dear mother, today the 13th anniversary of her death. Her daughters, son and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

Bridge Closed

Manwel Dimech Bridge will be closed in both directions today between 4 p.m. and midnight, the Malta Transport Authority said.

Handset recycling

Vodafone Malta Limited has relaunched its handset recycling campaign at the International Trade Fair.

Visitors to the Vodafone stand may not only view the latest mobile technologies but also return old mobile phones and their accessories for recycling.

Vodafone is giving away free merchandise made out of recycled material with every mobile phone handed in.

The handset recycling project forms part of a global programme by Vodafone Group. Apart from the environmental benefits, all the revenue generated from this campaign will be donated to YMCA Homeless.

Feast of St Calcidonius

Can. Fr Joseph Grech Cremona will be celebrating Mass in the small chapel dedicated to St Calcidonius at the Archbishop's Curia, Floriana on Wednesday, Feast of St Calcidonius, at 6.30 p.m.

The event is being held to mark the 254th anniversary of the arrival of the relics of St Calcidonius

The relics of the saint, which were brought to Malta from Pretestato, Italy, were transferred to this small chapel in 1753.

What's On Today

Exhibitions
At Heritage Malta Head Office, Valletta. Water colours by Mary Clare Albanozzo. Open till late this evening.

At the Inquisitor's Palace in Vittoriosa, exhibition of works in salt which depict great works by Caravaggio. Produced by members of the Police Force.

9 - 5 p.m. At Gallery G (4, Sir Ugo Mifsud Street, Lija), Layers, an exhibition of paintings by Julian Calabrese.

9.30 a.m. -12.15 p.m., At art..e Gallery, 1 Library Street (near Don Bosco Oratory), Victoria. "Go Fish", an exhibition of artistic metalwork celebrating marine life by Jackie Roberts.

Arts Festival
At Aula Mgr G. Farrugia, Victoria, The International Festival presents a concert featuring Geoffrey Haydock on clarinet and Penelope Smith on pianoforte.

Trade Fair
At the trade fair grounds, Naxxar, Malta International Trade Fair.