Announcements

ABELA. On June 13, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Charmaine née Pace Gouder and Shawn, God's precious gift of a first-born son - LUCA MATTHIAS. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to midwife Charlene Borg and all the staff at the Obstetrics Ward for their excellent care and dedication.

AZZOPARDI. On June 2, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Nicky née Bonello and Mark, God's most precious gift of a first-born daughter - JULIA. Thanks be to God and Our Mother Mary. Special thanks to the maternity staff.

BORG. On May 12, at the Rosie Maternity Hospital, Cambridge, UK, to Arlette née Pace and Franklyn, God's precious gift of a daughter - LARA MAE, a much-awaited sister to Giuliana. Thanks be to God and Our Lady.

CILIBERTI. On June 1, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Gabriella and Marco, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - ELISA. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the dedicated maternity staff and supportive family and friends.

DREYFUSS. On June 7, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Tabitha née Mifsud and Guillaume, God's precious gift of a son - HUGO MAXIME, a most welcome brother to Noah. Special thanks to midwife Catherine Bonnici, all the maternity staff and the family.

GRETTON. Lord John and Lady Sarah née Attard are delighted to announce the arrival of a son - JOHN FREDERICK BRUCE, on June 9 in London. A beautiful grandson for Jenny Lady Gretton of Somerby Leics. and Freddie and Lyndy Attard of The Gardens, St Julian's.

LOMBARDO. On June 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Margaret née Xuereb and Mark, God's precious gift of a first-born son - ANDREW. Thanks be to God and Our Lady.

MICALLEF. On June 11, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Sandra Borg Cardona and Joseph, God's precious gift of a son - JULIAN. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the maternity staff.

MONCADA. On June 6, to Marie Briguglio and Stefano, sweet little LILLI. Special thanks to the staff at Mater Dei Hospital for their care.

WILKINS. On June 2, at NYU Medical Centre, New York City, to Christine née Theuma and Timothy Pack, a first-born daughter - EMMA JO. Thanks, Emma, for joining us with your precious presence.

Birthday Greetings

Attention Ram fan! Happy 40th birthday, MARTIN. Love you. Helen.

Obituary

DEBONO. On June 14, at Mater Dei Hospital, PHILIP, aged 92, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Maria and her husband Martin Diacono, Vincent and his wife Miriam, his grandchildren Lara, Christian, Stefan, Lorna and Malcolm, his beloved great-grandsons Fynn and George, brothers, sisters, in-laws, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.45 p.m. for Żebbuġ parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment at the Sacred Heart cemetery, Żebbuġ. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated.

FALZON. On June 14, JOSEPH, aged 79, passed peacfeully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Rose née Tedesco, his sons Martin and his wife Louise, and Mark, his beloved daughter Anna and her husband John College, his grandchildren Franco and Mark, other relatives and friends - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Boffa Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Christ the King parish church, Paola, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.

MULLINS. On Sunday, June 8, MARY, née Wettinger, aged 83, formerly of Għargħur, passed away peacefully in Bournemouth, UK, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved husband Dick, her children David and Caroline, her grandchildren Jackson, Harrison, and Shauna, her brother Lino and family, other relatives and friends.
The funeral is to take place on Wednesday in Bournemouth. Donations to the Ursuline Crèche, Sliema, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

Requiem Masses

On the fourth anniversary since MONICA GALEA, née Formosa, went to meet the Risen Lord, a Mass for the repose of her soul will be said next Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Millennium chapel, Paceville. The attendance of relatives and friends will be appreciated.

In Memoriam

AZZOPARDI PREZIOSI. Cherished and unfading memories of our devoted and loving parents ARTHUR and LILY on the 30th and 20th anniversary of their passing away. Your daughters Rita, Antoinette, Monica, Patricia and their families.

BARTHET. Loving memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather, CHARLES BARTHET, B.Pharm., MRSH, on the third anniversary of his demise. His wife Marion and family.

BUSUTTIL - LOUIS. On Father's Day, treasured and loving memories of our dear father.
Our thoughts of you
Still bring a tear
A silent wish
That you were here.

You left a place
No one can fill
We love you dad
And always will.
The 11 a.m. Mass celebrated today at St Clare's monastery (Klarissi), St Julian's, will be offered for the repose of his soul.

CARUANA SOLER - JOSEPH. Remembering with love our dear father on Father's Day. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His children, in-laws and grandchildren.

CASALETTO. In ever loving memory of our dear mother FRANCESCA, today the 33rd anniversary of her death. Ever in our thoughts and prayers. Her sons, daughters, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

CORTIS - RITA, on the first anniversary of her death, and Dr ENRICO W.

CORTIS, on the 11th anniversary of his death. Remembered with love and gratitude by their daughters Tecla and her husband Roland Cuschieri, Lea and her husband Eric Micallef, grandchildren, family and friends. Lord, grant them eternal rest.

CORTIS. Treasured memories of my loving sister RITA, née Borg on the first anniversary of her demise. Also her husband ENRICO. Hector and family.

DIACONO. In loving memory of my beloved father, Maestro CARLO DIACONO, today his anniversary. Maria.

DOUGHTY - JOHN. Treasured memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather on the 41st anniversary of his death, and especially today, Father's Day. Always remembered and never forgotten by his wife Mary and his beloved children John and Shirley, in-laws and grandchildren.

ELLIS. In everlasting memory of RICCARDO on the 23rd anniversary of his precocious and tragic demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Rita, his children Joseph, Tonio and Nathalie, their respective spouses, nephews, relatives and friends.

ELLIS - RIKARDU. In memory of a dear friend on the 23rd anniversary of his death. May he rest in peace. Joe and Grace.

FAVA. Fondest memories of JULIET, always and especially on June 20, the second anniversary of her passing away to a better life. Treasured forever in our thoughts and prayers. Her mum Lina, brother David, relatives and friends.
As time goes by
The emptiness grows.
The tears we shed
Are wiped away,
But the ache in our hearts
Is there to stay.

JONES - FREDERICK JAMES (Jimmy). Saturday, June 21 being the 29th anniversary of his death, treasured memories of a loving father and grandfather. His children and grandchildren. Always in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. Masses for the repose of his soul will be said on Friday, June 20 at 7.15 p.m. and on Saturday, June 21 at 9.30 a.m. at St Augustine's parish church, Valletta.

MUGLIETTE - MARY. Cherished memories of a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother on the fifth anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her husband, children and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

SHIELDS - SAVIOUR. Remembering with great love a dear husband, father and grandfather on the fifth anniversary of his demise. Julie, Joe, Arthur, Rosanne, in-laws and grandchildren.

VASSALLO. Treasured memories of JOSEPH, a wonderful father, grandfather and father-in-law, on the 21st anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Nicholas, Joyce and family and Sister Stefania.

Personal

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored and glorified throughout the whole wide world forever and ever. Amen. D.C.

Unfailing Prayers to St Anthony

O, holy St Anthony, gentlest of saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble and anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore of you to obtain for me my request. The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even so, you are the saint of miracles. O gentle and loving St Anthony, whose heart was ever so full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the sweet infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms, and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. D.C.