ALESSANDRO. On September 2, at St James Hospital, Żabbar, to Miriam née Cassar and Stefan. God's precious gift of a son GIANLUCA, a most welcome brother to Matteo. Thanks to the obstetrician, the midwives Anna Croucher and Mariella Abela Camilleri and to all the maternity staff at St James Hospital, Żabbar.
AZZOPARDI. On August 29, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Roberta née Xuereb and Saviour, God's precious gift of a daughter ELLA, a most welcome sister to Kyra. Thanks to all the maternity staff for their care and dedication.
GRECH LARSSON. On August 30, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Gabrielle née Larsson and Peter, God's precious gift of a first born daughter LILY. Special thanks to the midwife Carmen Pace as well as the consultant and all the maternity staff in OBS3 for their great care.
MANARA. On August 5, at Portland Hospital, London, to Céline (née Sturridge) and Simon, God's gift of a first born daughter, ELOISE GEORGINA, granddaughter to Sir Nicholas Sturridge and Lady Sturridge and Dr George Manara and Myriam Manara.
MILAD. On September 3, at St James Hospital, Sliema to Ludmila and Fathi, God's precious gift of a daughter HADEGA, a most welcome sister to Tamer. Thanks to the obstetrician, the midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the maternity staff at St James Hospital, Sliema.
OGNJANOVIC. On August 31, at St James Hospital, Sliema to Mirjana née Kovacevic and Sana, God's precious gift of a son Marko. Thanks to the midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the maternity staff at St James Hospital, Sliema.
PARIS. On August 19, at St James Hospital, Sliema to Josanne née Bonello and Kevin-Jude, God's precious gift of a son ZVEN, a most welcome brother to Zak. Thanks to the gynaecologist, paediatrician, the midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the maternity staff at St James Hospital, Sliema. Thanks also to the families for their support.
PASSARIELLO. On August 15, at St James Hospital, Sliema to Sonalia Suani née Vieira and Paolo, God's precious gift of a son EMANUELE. Thanks to the obstetrician, pediatrician, the midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the maternity staff at St James Hospital, Sliema.
PORTELLI. Born on August 31, at St Philip's Hospital to Sarah née Zammit Cutajar and Sean Portelli, God's precious gift of a born daughter, a sister to Julian. Thanks to Carmen Cannataci and all the maternity staff at St Philip's Hospital.
VELLA. On August 27, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Annabel née Borg and Kevin, God's precious gift of a first born son JAKE. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to midwife Romina d'Agostino and all the maternity staff for their dedicated assistance.
Marriages
Mr PIERRE CARABEZ and Ms JULIANA CAMILLERI B.Pharm (Hons)
Married on September 6, at Our Lady of the Annunciation parish church, Balzan, were JULIANA CAMILLERI, daughter of Mr Joseph Camilleri and the late Mrs Marisa Camilleri and PIERRE CARABEZ, son of Mrs Rita Carabez and the late Mr Emanuel Carabez. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Joseph Galea Curmi. The bride's aunt Ms Marisa Camilleri and the groom's brother-in-law Mr George Formosa witnessed the ceremony. Mr Hubert Said was the best man. The bride was attended by Ms Gillian Soler, B.Pharm (Hons) as maid of honour, Ms Maxima Sullivan and Ms Kylie Said as flower girls. Master Adam Sillivan acted as ring bearer. A reception was later held by the Bastion pool at the Phoenicia Hotel, Floriana. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Alaska and London.
Mr MARC GINGELL LITTLEJOHN, MD, MRCSEd and Dr ELAINE ELLUL, BA, LL.D., Adv. Trib. Eccl. Melit.
The marriage took place on August 30, at Our Saviour parish church, Lija, between MARC, son of Raymond and Maggie Gingell Littlejohn, and ELAINE, daughter of Edgar and Joan Ellul. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr Stefan Attard. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr Malcolm Ellul and Mr Christopher Caruana Turner. The duties of best man were ably carried out by Mr Matthew Gatt. Mr Nicky Borg Cardona, Mr Edward Frendo Jones, Mr David Grech, Mr Mark Schembri and Mr Aaron Stivala were ushers. The bride was attended by Dr Charisse Ellul and Ms Debbie Schranz, with Miss Kimberley Ellul Hawes as flower girl and Master Nathan Ellul Hawes as page boy. A reception was later held at Castello Zamitello, Mġarr.
Golden Wedding
Mr RONNIE PADOVANI And Ms LILIAN CALLEJA
The marriage took place on September 8, 1958, at Santa Catarina d'Italia chapel in Valletta. Congratulations and best wishes from your children Adrian and Jackie, Mariella and Ettore, Richard and Marika and Robert and Rachel and your grandchildren Eric, Michelle, Joanna, Ian, Nicola, Stephen, Letizia, Luca and Craig.
Obituary
BORG-BARTOLO. On Thursday, September 4, JOHN G, aged 71, after a long illness borne with Christian fortitude. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Ena née Huber, his daughters Christine, Patricia and Joseph Rafferty, his adorable grandchildren Hazel, Joseph, Patrick, William and Michael, his brothers, sisters, in-laws and their spouses, nieces, nephews and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow, at 8 a.m. for Balzan parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8:30 a.m., followed by internment at Addorlorata Cemetery. No flowers by request, but donations to Malta Hospice Movement will be greatly appreciated. May God grant him eternal rest.
CUSCHIERI. On September 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, THERESA, aged 74, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Emanuel, her children Dione and his wife Carmen, Simon and his wife Lucienne, Vanessa and her husband Edwin, Duncan and his girlfriend Amanda, her grandchildren Jesmond, Adam, Jessica, Martina and Matthias, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday at 8 a.m. for Ta' Xbiex parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
Thanks
Jean and Emilie Bonett, Chou, Nick and Ben Mifsud would like to thank the Rev. Kalcidon Vassallo who concelebrated Mass, and family and friends who attended the funeral, expressed sympathy, or in any way showed support after the sad loss of our beloved JACQUES.
The light of God surrounds me.
The love of God enfolds me.
The power of God protects me.
The presence of God watches over me.
Wherever I am, He is with me.
Mrs Maryrose Midolo, Anna and David Scicluna, Stefania and John Willoughby, together with their families would like to thank the Rev. Clergy who celebrated Mass, the Hon. Dr Austin and Mrs Marisa Gatt, Hon. Mr Justice Dr Joseph and Mrs Mary Galea Debono, Hon. Mr Justice Dr David Scicluna, Valletta Mayor Dr Alexei Dingli and Deputy Mayor Mr Joseph Spiteri, Mro Dione and Mrs Vivienne Buhagiar, together with the Collegium Musicum, relatives and friends who attended the funeral, sent flowers or in any way showed support on the sad loss of a beloved husband, father and grandfather JOHN MIDOLO, who went to meet the Risen Lord on August 2.
In Memoriam
BEZZINA. In ever lasting memory of WALTER, a beloved father and grandfather, today the 16th anniversary of his passing on to eternal life. Lovingly remembered by his wife Maria Stella and all the family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
BRAY. In loving memory of a dear husband and father, ANTHONY, today being the second anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Muriel, his son Malcolm and his wife Graziella, granddaughter Francesca Antonia and all the family. May God grant him eternal rest.
DELICATA - DANIEL.
Wishing today as we wished before
That God could have spared you many years more.
In our heart your memory is kept
To love, to cherish and to never forget.
Nanna Margaret, Nannu Lino and David.
DELICATA - DANIEL, a wonderful nephew and cousin. Your memory lives forever in our hearts. Love Chris, Michelle, Jack, Adam and Kate.
ENGERER - MARY.
We hold you close to our hearts dear Mum,
And there you shall remain
To walk with us throughout our lives,
Until we meet again.
Two years today, all your family.
FENECH. Treasured memories of our dearest parents JOSEPH and ANGELA on their 5th and 13th anniversary respectively of their demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Pierre, Ivan and Romina.
FERRIGGI - MARK. Treasured memories of a dearly loved nephew and cousin on the third anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Evelyn, Gaetan, Maria, Duncan and Martha.
PACE - CARMELO. Cherished memories of an exemplary father and a beloved grandfather on the 20th anniversary of his demise. So sadly missed by his children Martes and her husband Tony Falzon, Anna and her husband Sobrero Giosue and grandchildren Dieter, Elyza and Miguel. May he rest in peace.
PARLATO TRIGONA - LINA. Treasured memories of our dearest mother on the first anniversary of her death. Her children Joe, Tony and Tanya and their families and her sister Louisette.
PECORELLA. In memory of IGNATIUS on the 21st anniversary of his demise. Remembered with love and gratitude. His wife Josephine, daughters Joanna, Nadine and Caroline, sisters, brother and in-laws.
ZAHRA - ANTON. Treasured, unforgettable memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather on the 20th anniversary of his demise. Always on our hearts and prayers. Fondly remembered by his wife Angela, daughter Joyce and husband Nicholas and all the family.
ZARB MIZZI. Treasured and unfading memories of dear EDWARD on the second anniversary of his demise. His wife Patricia, his children Mary Claire and Paolo, Andrew and Lisa, Ali and Victor and grand-daughter Valentina.
The Lord is my Shepherd; I have everything I need - Psalm 23
ZARB MIZZI - EDWARD. Loving memories of our dearest brother and uncles today the second anniversary of his death.
As time goes by, we miss you more
We could only watch in dismay
Till it was time for you to go
As the Lord needed you to be with Him
May the Lord, grant you eternal rest. David and Sandra, Marie-Lou and Joe and their children Lara and Philip, Kristian and Luisa.
ZARB MIZZI. In loving memory of EDWARD on his second anniversary of his passing away.
You had a character
One could not help loving
And a heart that was
Purer than gold.
For those who knew him
And loved him
His memory will never
Grow old.
Missing you always. Your friend Pat. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be celebrated today at 6.15 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish church, Balluta, St Julian's. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
Lost
A gold bracelet at Union Club, Sliema was lost last summer. Reward given. Phone 2133 5415/9933 5415.
HP Photosmart m447 digital camera in grey foam pouch, on August 24 at the Gozitano Complex, Gozo. Please phone 9926 8446 or the Victoria police station, Gozo. Great sentimental value. Reward given.
New Malta Cat Club formed
A non-governmental organisation, the Malta Cat Club, was set up recently.
The club will be launched during a seminar at the Grand Hotel Excelsior in Floriana on Friday at 6.30 p.m. where experts will discuss cat welfare and provide free advice.
The club aims to focus on educational activities such as promoting responsible ownership of all cat breeds, encouraging pet owners to take proper care of their pet's welfare, and promoting responsible breeding practices.
For more information visit www.maltacatclub.com or e-mail info@maltacatclub.com.