Announcements

ARPA. On July 17, at St Vincent de Paul residence, HILDA, formerly of Msida, widow of Joseph. She leaves to mourn her loss her niece Jennifer and her husband Pierre, and Natasha of Sydney, Australia, among many relatives and friends. The funeral service takes place today. Mass praesente cadavere will be said at Msida parish church at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment in the family vault at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

BALDACCHINO. On July 19, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOHN of Fleur de Lys, a beloved husband and father, aged 64, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Antida, his children Sandra and her husband Simon Grech, Manolito and his wife Isabelle, and Annalise, his grandchildren Cayden and Andrea, his brothers and sister, his cousins, nephews and nieces, in-laws, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 9.30 a.m. for the Sanctuary of Our lady of Mount Carmel Valletta where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 10 a.m. followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Puttinu Cares Foundation at Mater Dei Hospital will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BEZZINA. On July 20, at Mater Dei Hospital, MICHAEL, of Msida, residing at Mosta, aged 54, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his irreplaceable loss his wife Antoinette, his children, Antoine and his fiancée Ann Marie, Claire and her fiancé Clinton, and Christian. His brother Mario, and his sisters Annie and her husband John, Carmen and her husband Silvio, his uncles, aunties, cousins, his parents-in-law Joseph and Firmina, his in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Mosta parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m. followed by interment at Mosta cemetery. Donations to the Hospice Movement will be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Special thanks goes to all relatives, friends, and the Malta Hospice Moverment who helped the family during his illness.

CAMILLERI. On July 19, at Mater Dei Hospital, Emanuela, aged 71, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of the Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Syntio and his wife Paula, Charles and his wife Marie-Claire, Michelle and her husband Adrian, Joseph and his wife Annalese, her grandchildren Louisa and Mark, her brothers and sisters-in-law, their families, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 8 a.m. for Mosta parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at Mqabba cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal peace.

CARUANA. On July 20, at Mater Dei Hospital, ALFRED of Caruana Menswear of Sliema, aged 61, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Maris, his children Caroline and her husband Vince, Raffaella and her husband Giuseppe, and Jean-Carl, his grandson Dean, his brothers and sisters, among them three Augustinian nuns, in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Mount Carmel parish church, Gżira, 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 Dar tal-Providenza will be greatly appreciated. Lord grant him eternal rest.

In Memoriam

CASSAR TORREGGIANI - In everlasting memory of CARMEN, a devoted mother and grandmother, on the 19th anniversary of her death. Always loved by her children Peter, Mark, Margaret, Rose, Christopher, Mary, and Francesca, and by her many grandchildren, particularly Christopher and Anthony Dickson, sons of her eldest Victoria. The 8.30 a.m. Mass at Balzan parish church on Wednesday will be said for the repose of her soul. May the Lord grant her eternal rest. Maranata.

DEMARCO. Treasured and unfading memories of my beloved husband IVAN, today being the 18th anniversary of his tragic death. Sadly missed, and now as ever so close to my heart, Rita.

DEMARCO. Remembering with love our dear son IVAN, today being the 18th anniversary of his tragic death.
Walk with us
Throughout our lives
Until we meet again.
Always in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Mum and dad.

DEMARCO - IVAN. In loving memory of a dear brother whose genuine love is more than ever sadly missed. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Sandro and Rene.

DEMARCO - IVAN. Always in our prayers. Maria, Paul, Carmen and Lawrence.

DIMECH - GERALDINE (Alda), née Briffa. Fondly remembered on her 25th anniversary by her children William, Peter and Christine and their families and Tony Busuttil, widower of her daughter Victoria, and their family in Australia.

FABRI - CARMEL, 1932-1961. Treasured memories of a dear husband, father and brother. Fondly remembered by his wife Miriam, children Monique and Karl, his sisters Catherine and Evelyn, in-laws and grandchildren.

GATT - CECILIA. In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother on the third anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Peter, Anna, Mark and Alexia.

PARNIS. In ever loving memory of LUCY on the 21st anniversary of her death. Her family.

SCERRI. In loving memory of EDDIE, today the 17th anniversary of his death. His son Michael, Babette and Erica.

ZAMMIT - Dr GEORGE ZAMMIT, July 21, 1990. Unfading memories of a beloved papa and nonno ever present in our hearts and prayers. Céline, Mariquita and their families.

ZAMMIT - PIO EUCHARISTICO. Fondly remembered, especially today the 11th anniversary of his demise, by his wife Emmanuela and son Paul. Today's 8.30 a.m. Mass at Lija parish church will be offered for the repose of his soul.

ZAMMIT - PIO EUCHARISTICO. Treasured memories of a beloved father on the 11th anniversary of his death. Always in our prayers and thoughts. Evelyn and Anthony.

Sidonia Enterprises Ltd

Summer shutdown. Last trading day August 8, re-open August 25, 2008.

Evening course in economics

The Economics Department of the University of Malta is offering a two-year evening course leading to the MA (Economics) degree.

To be admitted to the course, candidates must possess a first- or second-class honours degree in Economics or a related subject.

A preparatory course is also being offered for those not suitably qualified to join the MA course in terms of the regulations.

It is planned that the course be offered also at the University Gozo Centre, with lecture sessions being held on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings, commencing in October.

To be admitted to the preparatory course, candidates must possess a general degree in Economics or a related area of study at Category II or better.

The course will be offered subject to there being a sufficient number of qualified applicants.

Duly filled-in application forms will be received at the University Gozo Centre, Mġarr Road, Xewkija today for surnames starting with A to C, tomorrow for those starting with D to M and on Wednesday for those with surnames whose first letter is N through to Z.

Those interested should contact the University Gozo Centre on 2156 4559 or 2156 2054, send a fax to 2156 4550, an e-mail to ugc@um.edu.mt or write to the University of Malta - Gozo Centre, Mġarr Road, Xewkija, Gozo VCT 111.

Italian singer at Bay Street

Italian singer Margary Signorino and her students from the Scuola di Canto will performing at the Bay Street Complex on Wednesday.

Ms Signorino is a singer by profession who has worked with and accompanied some of the most popular Italian singers including Luca Barbarossa, Enrico Ruggeri, Franco Califano, Toni Esposito, Marco Masini, Laura Pausini and many more.

Her career in show business has also led her to participate in a number of primetime shows on the major Italian TV stations. These include the popular Raffaella Carra's Carramba Che Sorpresa and Cultura Moderna with comedian Teo Mammuccari.

She also won the Disco D'Oro for her participation in the programme Sei un Mito, in which she emulated the eccentric Italian singer Loredana Berte. Nine years ago, Ms Signorino set up the Scuola di Canto in Rome.

This is her fourth visit to Malta.

The concert starts at 8.30 p.m.

Explosives training

The Armed Forces of Malta will be holding explosives training in Pembroke, between today and Friday from 7 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. All vessels are to keep two miles off the coast during the above dates and times. Red flags will be flown from the limits of the ranges.

Ira Losco tickets

Ira Losco will be supporting Duran Duran at the Luxol Grounds on Saturday, during which she will be performing her best hits to date. A limited number of tickets will be available to her fans at €30 or €60. These can be bought by sending an e-mail to ira@iralosco.com or iraloscotickets@gmail.com.