Announcements

ABELA. On September 21, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, ALFRED, of Floriana, widower of Giovanna, aged 96, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his daughter Theresa and her husband Joseph Azzopardi, her grandchildren Gilbert and his wife Nadianne, Lara and her husband Bernard, Antonella and her husband Anthony, and Bertram, great-grandchildren Andrea, Amy and Thomas, his in-laws Josephine Camilleri, Doris Frendo, Bernardette Saccasan, Noel and his wife Joan Mallia, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence today at 8.30 a.m. for St Publius parish church, Floriana, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated. Lord grant him eternal rest.

BUTTIGIEG. On Friday, September 19, at Mater Dei Hospital, Mary née Scerri, of Msida, widow of William, aged 84, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her only son Eugene and his wife Marica, her grandchildren Marie Claire, Elise and Aiden William, her brother Joseph and his wife Eilnee, her sisters Lydia and Irene and Dolores, widow of her brother John Albert, her aunt Gaetana Lodge, in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Joseph parish church, Msida, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at Lija cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Sta Scolastica Monastery, Vittoriosa and St Clare's Monastery, St Julians, will be greatly appreciated. The family would like to thank the Franciscan Sisters of Pax et Bonum Home, Mosta, for their dedicated care. You passed away so quickly, but your warm smile and caring look will remain forever a treasured memory. Lord grant her eternal rest.

FORMOSA. On September 21, ROSE, of Ħamrun, aged 65, passed away peacefully at Mater Dei Hospital, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Alfred, her sons Noel and his wife Joanne, and Mario and his wife Christine, her grandchildren John Paul, Jacob, Rebekka, Daniel, Claire, Luke and Leah, her and her husband's brothers and sisters and their families, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Cajetan parish church, Ħamrun, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be appreciated. May God grant her eternal rest.

In Memoriam

ABELA - MARVI. Unforgettable and treasured memories of a very dear, beloved wife and mother, today the fifth anniversary of her passing away to eternal life. Gone but never forgotten. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Lovingly remembered by her husband Paul, daughters Kristina and Luisa. Today's 6.30 p.m. Mass at the Immaculate Conception parish church, Ta' l-Ibraġ, will be offered for the repose of her soul.

CREMONA - WALTER J. Treasured and unfading memories of a dearest father and grandfather, today being the 12th anniversary of his demise. Simone, Tonio, Vanni and Michelle, and Kristian.

De MARCO. In loving memory of GIOVANNA, today the 33rd anniversary of her death. Now as ever so close to my heart. Guido.

DELIA. In loving memory of EVELYN, née Ellul, today the 12th anniversary of her passing away. Fondly remembered by her daughters Marina and Therese and their families.

FARRUGIA - JOSEPH, 22.9.'94. In loving memory of a devoted husband, father and grandfather, today being the 14th anniversary of his passing away. You are still living in our hearts and we can never forget you. Your wife Elfrida, children Martin and Suzanne, Gordon, Simon and Susan, Joselle and Jean Bernard and grandchildren Benjamin, Shaun, Matthew, Mark, Nicholas and Carla.

GUSMAN. In loving memory of our beloved mother MARIA DOLORES on the fourth anniversary of her demise. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Her daughters Alice and Angela and respective families.

HARRISON - YVETTE. Treasured memories of a most beloved daughter on the 32nd anniversary of her passing away to a better life. "The Lord took you in His arms but left you in our hearts." Mum and dad, her sister Analise, her brothers Michael, Andrew and their families.

MAISTRE. In loving memory of MARY, today the 11th anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Louis and Georgette.

PARIS. In loving memory of our dear parents ARTHUR and MARY on the anniversary of their death. Fondly remembered by their children and grandchildren, Rose-Marie and Tony, Cecil, Margaret and Bill and daughter-in-law Marian. May they rest in peace.

SCIFO - SALVATORE. Sweet, unforgettable memories of a most treasured husband, father and grandfather, always in our hearts and prayers, especially today the 23rd anniversary of his demise. The love of those we hold dear will never part, it lives on forever in our heart. Lord, grant him eternal rest. I miss you dad, Anna.

SULLIVAN - LAURIE and MARVI ABELA. Cherished and unfading memories of our dearest father and sister on the 18th and fifth anniversary of their demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. John, Ernest, Joseph, Anna, Patricia and Louise, in-laws, nephews and nieces. Today's 6.30 p.m. Mass at Ta' l-Ibraġ parish church will be offered for their repose.

ZAMMIT - EDGAR. Treasured memories of a loving husband, father and grandfather, today the 13th anniversary of his demise. Always in our prayers. Antoinette, his six children and their families. Tomorrow's 6 p.m. Mass at the Ursuline Crèche chapel, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of his soul.

€2,000 reward

A male and female pug have gone missing from a private residence in Azzopardi Street, St Julians. Anyone with information on their whereabouts can phone 2700 5052/7958 2602 or send an e-mail to vllywarch@yahoo.com. A reward of €2,000 is being offered for the return of both dogs.

Good Practice Awards

The Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA) is inviting nominations for the annual Good Practice Awards in occupational health and safety.

In line with the European theme, the awards this year will focus on risk assessments.

The awards aim to demonstrate, by example, to all employers and workers the benefits of conducting risk assessments and promoting healthy work places to safeguard the occupational health and safety of workers.

The awards will provide those selected with national recognition for their role in improving working conditions in Malta.

The nominations will be adjudicated by a panel of independent judges and the winners will be announced in a ceremony held by the Occupational Health and Safety Authority.

The closing date for submissions is being extended to October 31.

Further information and application forms are available from OHSA on 2124 7677/8 or via e-mail at ohsa.communications@gov.mt Application forms can also be downloaded from the OHSA website www.ohsa.org.mt.

Local councils

Today's meeting
6 p.m. Fgura