Announcements

Congratulations to my lovely husband STEVE on his 80th birthday. Have a wonderful day, sweetheart. Love, Jenny.

STEVE STEVENS. Happy 80th birthday to a wonderful father and grandfather. Love Katie and her husband Steve, your grandchildren Jessica, Andrew and Ryan, Malcolm and his wife Cheryl.

Obituary

AGIUS. On March 23, JOAN née Felice, aged 75, widow of Cecil, passed away peacefully at her home, comforted by the rites of the Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughter Anna, wife of Philip Galea, her sister Margaret, grandchildren Lisa and Jean-Marc, her great-granddaughter Nicole, in-laws, cousins, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends and the Catechumenal Community.
The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Friday at 9 a.m. for Stella Maris Parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Donations to the Hospice Movement, whom the family would like to thank for all their help, would be appreciated.

GATT. On March 24, at Mater Dei Hospital, CARMELO, aged 84, of Vittoriosa, ex-teacher at Vittoriosa Primary School, co-founder and ex-president of Vittoriosa Historical and Cultural Society, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss, his wife Rita and her sisters and their husbands, in-laws, nephews and nieces in Malta and Australia, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 8 a.m. for St Lawrence Collegiate Church, Vittoriosa, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m. followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Fra Diegu Institute, Ħamrun, will be greatly appreciated. The family wish to inform that they are unable to receive visitors. Lord grant him eternal rest.

MACKLIN. On March 22, NEIL, aged 32, passed away tragically as a result of a motorcycle accident. Will be sorely missed by his loving parents Alexander and Frieda Macklin, his beloved partner and best friend Lynn Simpson, other family members and many, many friends.
A memorial service will take place today at 4.30 p.m. at Naxxar Parish Church, followed by repatriation to Scotland the following day. Family flowers only, donations sent to Boffa Hospital, Neuro Rehabilitation Unit, will be appreciated.

SOLDAT. On March 25, in Waldbröl, Germany, OTTO, aged 79, passed away comforted by the rites of the Evangelic Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Erika, his daughter Netty Farrugia and his son Gerwin Soldat, his three granddaughters Jessica, Rebecca and Janica Farrugia, Ingeborg Olm and the partners of his children, Tanja Arens and Herbert Skok.
The funeral will be held in Germany.

In Memoriam

ABELA. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather FRANS, on the sixth anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed by his wife May, his children Miriam, Patricia, Robert and Sylvana, in-laws and grandchildren. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

AZZOPARDI - MARY. In loving memory of a dear wife and mother, today the ninth anniversary of her demise. Sadly missed but always in our thoughts and prayers. Her husband Anthony, her daughters Sonia, Olivia and Edwina, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

BERNARD - PAUL. Loving and cherished memories of Lennie, always and especially last Monday the 26th anniversary of his demise. 'To live in hearts one leaves behind is not to die.' His wife and children.

CARUANA BISAZZA. Cherished memories of a special friend SANDRO, who passed to a new life 14 years ago today. Always in my heart and thoughts, Elise.

FARRUGIA. In ever loving memory of STEPHANIE, née Schembri, being the ninth anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her husband Anthony, son Nicholas, her brothers and sister, in-laws, relatives and friends. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Dear Lord, grant her eternal rest.

FIORINI. Cherished and fond memories of a beloved father and grandfather, EDGAR, today the third anniversary of his passing away. Sadly missed but always in our thoughts and prayers. His three sons Ferdinand, Michael and Adrian and their families, especially his grandchildren Yvanka, Darrell and Giselle. Dear Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FORMOSA HOLT. Ever loving and treasured memories of our dear WILLIAM on the 12th anniversary of his death. Sadly missed by his family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

GALEA. Cherished memories of Dr GODFREY GALEA, MD, DRCOG, a dear brother and uncle, today the 12th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by Mima, Cynthia and Claire.

GHIRLANDO. In loving memory of dearest SERGIO on the ninth anniversary of his death. Sadly missed. His family.

Soft furnishing and cottage craft courses

The Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce will be holding courses in soft furnishing and cottage craft.

The soft furnishing course will concentrate mainly on curtain making and will consist of both theory and practice. It will cover about 100 valances and pelmets in different styles and will vary from classic to rustic, modern or cottage. Participants will learn how to draw up the patterns themselves and will also learn how much material is needed and what measurements would be required. Participants do not need to be able to sew.

The cottage craft course consists of learning how to decorate various items such as frames, jewel boxes, baskets and other items for particular occasions such as Christmas, weddings and Easter.

The cost of each course is €20.96 (Lm9) for 10 lessons.

Application forms, registrations and further details on the courses can be obtained from the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce, Palazzo De La Salle, 219, Republic Street, Valletta from Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. The society can be contacted via telephone on 2124 4339/21244400, via e-mail at info@artsmalta.org or through its website www.artsmalta.org.

Courses in crib building, architectural models

The Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce will be holding a course on Christmas crib building with the cooperation of Għaqda Ħbieb Tal-Presepju and another on Model Buildings And Landscapes for Dioramas and Architectural Models.

Both courses will each consist of 10 two-hour lessons. The fee for each course is €20.96 (Lm9).

Application forms and further information can be obtained from the society at Palazzo De La Salle, 219, Republic Street, Valletta, Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m., by calling 2124 4339/2124 4400, by dropping an e-mail to info@artsmalta.org or through www.artsmalta.org.

Real estate talk

Re/Max will be holding a talk entitled 60 Minutes With Re/Max today at 7 p.m. at the Westin Dragonara, St Julians.

The event is open to real estate consultants and to persons aspiring to become property consultants.

The keynote speaker will be Charles (Chuck) Lemire, chief operating officer and managing director of Re/Max Europe. An accomplished executive in franchise sales and business development, Mr Lemire's focus is on the growth and quality of service of Re/Max. He is responsible for 54 regions in 36 European countries.

Interested candidates wishing to attend can contact Giselle Borg Olivier on 2578 3300 to confirm their attendance or drop an e-mail to info@remax-malta.com.

Digital camera

A digital camera in a blue pocket was found in the evening on March 6, close to Auberge de Castille, Valletta. For further information one can phone 9944 4607.

Local Councils

Today's meeting
4 p.m. Sliema