CUSTÒ. On January 18, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Claudia née Cauchi and Edward, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - NINA. Deo gratias et Mariae.
FENECH. On January 20, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Nikki née Galea and Ian, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - NINA. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the maternity staff at the hospital.
MELIKSETYAN. On January 29, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Irina née Nubaryan and Eduard, God's precious gift of a son - LEONID, a most welcome brother to Garegin and Arthur. Thanks to the gynaecologist, the paediatrician, midwife Lilian Azzopardi, assistant Carmen Vella and to all the maternity staff at the hospital.
MIFSUD. On January 28, at St Philip's Hospital, to Gretchen née Serracino Inglott and Michael, God's precious gift of a daughter - SARAH, a sister to Nicholas. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Carmen Cannataci and all the staff at the hospital.
PACE BONELLO. On January 30, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Erika née Camilleri and David, God's precious gift of a daughter - NINA, a most welcome sister to Ella. Thanks to all the maternity staff at the hospital.
ZAMMIT. On January 29, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Maria née Sammut and David, God's precious gift of a son - JULIAN, a most welcome brother to Rachel and Emma. Deo gratias et Mariae.
Sapphire Wedding
Mr ALFRED CACCIOTTOLO and Miss MARY GRIMA
The marriage took place on February 3, 1963, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish church, Gzira. Congratulations, love and gratitude from Suzanne and Edward, Adriana and Oliver, and your grandchildren Victoria, Peter and Benjamin.
Obituary
ATTARD. On February 1, LYDIA, née Cardona, aged 90, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband John, her children Marion and Valerie, wife of Alfred Mangion, her grandchildren Daniela and Francesca, in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives, among whom Doris Cutajar, and friends.
Mass praesente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. at Christ the King parish church, Paola, followed by interment at the Sacred Heart cemetery in Żebbuġ. No flowers by request by donations to the Ursuline Sisters in Żabbar will be appreciated. Lord grant her eternal rest. Our deepest gratitude to the consultant, doctors, Ms Josephine Tanti and all members of staff at FW2 for their devoted care and attention.
PORTELLI. On January 31, at Mater Dei Hospital, Major BERTIE PORTELLI, RMA, rtd. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Celia, née Apap, his children Stephanie, wife of Craig, and Albert, his grandchildren Bettina and her husband Eman, Justin, Luana, Lee, Zak, Nicholas, Ella, Lea and Naia, his brother Victor and his wife May and all other in-laws, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30 p.m. for the Carmelite parish church, Balluta, St Julian's, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.
In Memoriam
BONELLO. In ever-loving memory of our beloved mother SEVA, today the seventh anniversary of her passing away. Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Richard, May and Jimmy.
CALLEJA. Treasured memories of our dear parents EDWARD and CARMELA on the anniversary of their demise. Remembered with love by their children May, Joe, Wilfred and their families.
CAMILLERI. In memory of a beloved wife and mother, JOSEPHINE. Her husband Louis, her children Frankie, Rosemary and Ruben, Dorothy and Mark and grandchildren Celine and Julian. These two years have been long without you but we feel your love is still with us. Everyday we love you and miss you more.
CASOLANI. In loving memory of MAVIS, today being the third anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her daughter Janika and husband Edward.
CASOLANI - MAVIS, née Vella. Treasured memories of a dearest mother and grandmother, today the third anniversary of her passing. Deeply missed and fondly remembered by Simon, Denise, Martina and Mikela.
CASSAR. In loving memory of FLORA, today the 22nd anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her sons, daughters and in-laws.
DARMANIN - VALLY. On the fourth anniversary of her death. Lovingly remembered by her daughters Helen, Margaret and Valerie.
ELLUL. In fond remembrance of our parents EDGAR and TETTY on the anniversary of their demise. May they rest in peace. Their sons and daughters.
GRECH - ELSIE. In loving and unfading memory of our dear mother, today the 42nd anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her children Rosemary, Tony, Victor and Austin, in-laws, relatives and friends.
MARSH. In memory of my husband RAMIRO on the 23rd anniversary of his death. Love, Connie.
NAUDI. Cherished memories of my father VICTOR on the 10th anniversary of his demise. Lovingly remembered by Josette, Joe and family.
TABONE - MARION. Loving memories of our dear mummy, today seven years since she was called to eternal rest with her creator. Anne, Clare and Tancred.
VELLA - MAVIS. Fond memories of a dear sister and friend, today the third anniversary of her demise. James and Denise.
ZAMMIT. In loving memory of JOHN on the 30th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Mary, and children Anna, Dorothy and Mark.
ZAMMIT - SPIRO. Remembered with love on the 14th anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. Love from his wife Lina, his children and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.