Announcements
Silver Wedding
Mr JOSEPH ANTIGNOLO and Miss MOIRA FARRUGIA
The marriage between JOSEPH and MOIRA took place on May 28, 1983, at Lija parish church. Mgr. Alfred Xuereb officiated. Congratulations and lots of love to our dear parents from Beppe and Madeleine, Krista and Matthew and Gretà. Congratulations also come from your mother Connie Farrugia.
Obituary
BORG-CHERUBINO. On May 21, ALDA, née Cherubino, widow of Paul, comforted by the rites of Holy Church, passed away peacefully at Casa Arkati, Mosta, having recently celebrated her 100th birthday. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughter Maria Pia, wife of Ronald Mifsud, and Anna, widow of Michael Orr, her grandchildren Ivan and his wife Maria, Mark and his wife Samantha, Matthew and his wife Amanda, Kristina and her husband Simon Horne, Patricia and her husband Adam Jones, her great-grandchildren Michela, Annabel, Beatrice, Jack and Daisy, her nephew Marcello Basile Cherubino and his wife Joan, and her other nephews, nieces and cousins in Italy.
The funeral service will take place on June 1 at 9 a.m. at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel, followed by interment.
Rest in peace.
CHETCUTI. On May 26, at Mater Dei Hospital, MANUEL of Naxxar, aged 88, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Victoria, his children Charles, John and his wife Sonia and Maria and her husband Emanuel Gauci, her grandchildren Silvio, Victor, Analise, Matthew, Christina, Gianella and Gianluca, in-laws, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 3.45 p.m.for Our Lady of Victories parish church, Naxxar, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 4.30 p.m., followed by interment at Naxxar cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.
Requiem Masses
Being the first month of the passing away of MARISA MICALLEF, a Mass for the repose of her soul will be said tomorrow at 6.30 p.m. at St Mary's parish church, Attard. The attendance of relatives and friends will be greatly appreciated.
Today being the trigesima die of the death of LINA ZAMMIT-TABONA, a Mass for the repose of her soul will be said at 6.30 p.m. at Ta' l-Ibraġ parish church. The attendance of relatives and friends will be greatly appreciated.
In Memoriam
BONNICI - MICHAEL. In loving memory of a cherished husband and father, today the first anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his wife Kolina and children. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
BUGEJA. Treasured and loving memories of LILY, née Salomone, today the anniversary of her demise. Joe and Amy.
CAMILLERI - TESSIE. In loving memory of a devoted mother, today the first anniversary of her death. So deeply missed, always in our thoughts. Her husband Albert, her children Vincent and his wife Frida, Rose and her husband Sammy, Nadia and her husband Edward, her grandchildren Pamela, Ilona and Kristine. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
DARMANIN. In memory of EDWIN, a beloved father and grandfather, on the second anniversary of his death. Mariella, Philip and their families.
MICALLEF - HELEN, née Anastasi. Fondest memories of our most beloved mother, today the 22nd anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Giovanna, Margaret, Rosemarie, Theresa and their families.
MICALLEF - JOSEPH (ex-Chief Inspector, Customs and Excise). Cherished memories of a truly wonderful and wise person. Never forgotten by his sister Bice and his extended family, including in-laws, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends, on the third anniversary of his death.
PACE BARDON - ANTHONY. Cherished memories of a dear husband and father on the 11th anniversary of his sudden demise. Forever loved, forever missed. Louise, Michael, Roberta and Christina.
PACE BARDON. In remembrance of ANTHONY, a beloved son, brother and uncle, today the 11th anniversary of his death. Unforgettable, unforgotten.
SCHEMBRI - JOSEPH. In loving memory of a dear husband and father on the 20th anniversary of his demise. Never forgotten by his wife, Eric, Maria and their families.
VUKOVIC - HILDA. In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, today the eighth anniversary of her meeting with the Lord. Deeply missed by her children and their families.
WARRINGTON. In loving memory of our dear mother JOSEPHINE on the first anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her son George, her daughters Johanna and Victoria, her in-laws and grandchildren. Always in our thoughts and prayers.
XUEREB - JOE (Jockey). Remembering with love our dear brother today and always. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Lina and Albert, Maryanne, Vicky, Louise and Dennis and their families.
Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Eucharist will be celebrated tomorrow at 7 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Convent, St Julians, to commemorate the feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Mass will be offered for the repose of Neville Bonett who passed away on April 19, 2008. Members of the various parish movements in Balluta, relatives and friends are invited to attend.
International Singing Festival
The fifth edition of the Golden Cross International Singing Festival will be held at Citadel Centre for Culture and the Arts in Victoria from July 19 to 24.
The main aim of this non-profit event is to promote local talent internationally with the motto of Peace And Friendship Through Music And Arts.
The organising board said it has once again managed to secure the participation of renowned international young singers for this year's edition while an international jury will decide on finalists and the winners.
The board is preparing a number of additional activities such as a cultural evening, dancing, a fashion show and dance parties.
The closing date for Maltese participants is June 30. For additional information one may visit www.festivalgoldencross.com or drop an e-mail to: info@festivalgoldencross.com or phone on mobile 9945 2697.
Club Maserati
The Club Maseratisti Sicilia will be meeting local Maserati owners on the occasion of the official launch of the local Club Maserati Malta at Xagħra at the end of the month. Interested Maserati owners are asked to phone John Micallef on 9942 1660.
Abstracts at Vittoriosa
Raymond Borg is exhibiting a selection of abstracts at Del Borgo Wine Bar in Vittoriosa. The paintings feature, among others, a unique gesso technique the artist has been perfecting for the past two years.
Local councils
Today's meeting
8.30 p.m. Xagħra