Announcements

BONELLO. On September 8, LINA née Bugeja, aged 96, passed away peacefully at Mater Dei Hospital, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her great loss her daughters Sylvia and her husband George Wells, and Dorothy and her husband John Bonett, her grandchildren Johanna, Angela, David and their respective spouses and Philip, her great-grandchildren Sam and Katrina, her sister-in-law Giusa Bugeja, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today 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 (upper gate). No flowers by request, but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. The family would like to thank the management and staff of Casa Antonia and Mater Dei Hospital, Ward M2, for their constant care and dedication. Lord grant her eternal rest.

FELLS. On Monday September 8, at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, IAN, aged 58, passed away peacefully after an illness borne with great fortitude comforted by the rites of the Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Marjut née Rastas, his beloved daughter Christine and her fiancé Wayne Spiteri, his brother Michael and his wife Karin née Coleiro, and his nephew Simon, family and friends. The funeral leaves Sir Paul Boffa Hospital tomorrow at 9 a.m. for Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Malta Hospice Movement will be greatly appreciated. The family would like to thank all the staff at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital. Lord grant him eternal rest.

MERCIECA. On September 7, at Gozo General Hospital, DR ANTOINE MERCIECA MD, aged 89, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his sad loss his beloved wife Rose née Refalo, his daughters and their respective husbands, Felicity and Philip Bianchi, Louise and Renato Cefai, Sandra and John Caruana and Veronica and Max Ganado, his grandchildren Matthew and his wife Sara, Christopher and Stef, Adriano, Michael and Sarah, Clarissa, Elizabeth and Adrian, Sarah and Chris and Stephie, his beloved great-granddaughter Mattea, his in-laws Maryrose Mercieca, Maria Zammit Tabona and Vincent and Rosemarie Refalo, nieces, nephews and friends. The funeral leaves Capua Hospital today at 9.15 a.m. for St Gregory's parish church, Sliema where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 9.30 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi will be greatly appreciated. May God grant him eternal rest.

STELLMAN. On September 8, at the Royal Free Hospital, London, ACHILLE, aged 91, passed away peacefully . He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Sarah and his daughters Gillian and her husband Michael and Helen, his three grandchildren, brother and sisters, other relatives, as well as the many close Maltese friends and administrators of welfare institutions who got to know him on his frequent visits to Malta. The funeral will be held in London tomorrow. Donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi will be greatly appreciated. May God grant him eternal rest.

ZAMMIT TABONA. On Tuesday, September 9, RICHARD, aged 62, fell asleep in the Lord and joined his beloved daughter Francesca, after a long and bravely borne illness. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Moira née Camilleri, his son Miguel and his fiancée Jola, and Andrew, his mother Maria Zammit Tabona, his in-laws Antoine and Angele Camilleri, his brother Joseph and his wife Susan, his sister Jennifer and her husband David Soler and his in-laws, nephews, nieces and friends. The funeral will take place tomorrow, at 2 p.m. at the Carmelite Balluta parish church, St Julians. "Lord accept him into your merciful arms".

Requiem Mass

A thanksgiving Mass for the life and for the gift, LIANA CARUANA CURRAN, 2-10-1951 - 9-08-2008, has been to many people will be celebrated at Lapsi Church, St. Julian's tomorrow at 7p.m. May she rest in peace.

In Memoriam

BONETT - MICHAEL J. In loving memory, today the 12th anniversary of his meeting with our Lord. Always missed by all his family.

BRUNO - FRANCO. Today the second anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered and loved by his wife Antonella, children Gabriella and her fiancé Andrew and Luca, his mother-in-law, family and in-laws. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BRUNO. Unfading memories of our dear brother FRANCO, today the second anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by Vanni, Anna, Sandro, Vittorio, in-laws, nephews and nieces. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CAMILLERI. In loving memory of PAUL, ex-Chief Petty Officer, Royal Navy, on the eighth anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his children Mary, Jessie, Frank and Ronnie, in-laws, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and friends.

CARUANA CURRAN - LOUISE, who passed away on September 9, 1968. Unforgotten, unforgettable, moving in paths of glory with her dear mother Kate, and the angels, beloved daughter of Maurice and darling sister of Simone and Paul.

CUTAJAR - JOSEPH PAUL (Joe). In loving memory of a beloved husband and devoted father on the ninth anniversary of his demise. Greatly missed by his wife Rose, his children and grandchildren. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

DALLI - CARMEN. Mum, today being the first anniversary of our great loss. You are sadly missed and remembered with so much love, by your husband, children, grandchildren, family and friends. May God grant you eternal rest.

Death leaves heartache
No one can heal
Love leaves a memory
No one can steal.

FALZON - ANTONIA (Ninette). Today the eighth anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered and loved by her husband Stephen, children Claude and Aaron, her brothers and sisters. Today's 6.15 p.m. Mass at Ta' Ġieżu Church, Valletta, will be offered for the repose of her soul.

GAUCI - OLGA. Loving memories of a wonderful mother on the tenth anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Phyllis, Neville, Tania, Paul and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

ZAMMIT - PAUL. In memory of a loving father and grandfather on the 30th anniversary of his death. Yvonne, Reg, Kenneth, Ian and Ann.

Influenza vaccine

The Health Division is calling on the public to get the vaccine against influenza.

The vaccine will be available from the Department of Primary Health and is free to everyone aged 55 and over, to patients of chronic diseases of the lungs, heart, liver, kidney, diabetes mellitus and any immunodeficiency conditions, including HIV and AIDS and those residing in institutions.

In the case of those younger than 55, evidence of one of the above conditions needs to be confirmed by presenting a Schedule V Control Card or a recent medical certificate.

Local councils and private family doctors will be offering the vaccine free of charge to those eligible for it. Those interested should contact their local council or family doctor for more information and registration.

Vaccination facilities will be available at local health centres.

Housebound patients can ask their doctor to request a community nurse to administer the vaccine at home.

The influenza vaccine will be administered from health centres from November 3-22.

The vaccine is not to be administered before November in order to ensure immunity throughout the influenza season.

Boat shows

Boating enthusiasts are being offered the chance to visit two of the most prestigious boat shows in the world: the Festival International de la Plaisance in Cannes, between today and Monday, and the PSP Southampton Boat Show between Friday and September 21.

Esprit Yachting said it can assist with travel arrangements and complimentary entry tickets to both shows and arrange for sea trials.

Another advantage for all those travelling with Esprit Yachting is an invitation to the world premiere of the extraordinary Atlantis 54' Hardtop at the Cannes Boat Show.

This sporty yet comfortable motor yacht stands out thanks to its unmistakable Italian styling and technical solutions which guarantee maximum usability and comfort for life on board, Esprit Yachting said.

Those interested can call on 9944 2122. or e-mail Niki Travers Tauss at sales@esprityachting.com.

Winning on the buses

The winners of the Malta Transport Authority's monthly Board a Bus and Win lottery are Mary Rose Mifsud, Isabella Camilleri and Marthese Cuschieri. Ms Mifsud won €698.80, Ms Camilleri €349.90 and Ms Cuschieri €116.46.

Winning on the buses

The winners of the Malta Transport Authority's monthly Board a Bus and Win lottery are Mary Rose Mifsud, Isabella Camilleri and Marthese Cuschieri. Ms Mifsud won €698.80, Ms Camilleri €349.90 and Ms Cuschieri €116.46.

Local councils

Today's meeting
6 p.m. Għargħur