Announcements

APAP BOLOGNA - AMY, née Gatt Rutter, widow of The Noble Mario Apap Bologna, and secondly of Captain Joseph Psaila Manche, on November 17, at Casa Antonia, Balzan, in her 97th year, comforted by the rites of Holy Mother Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her sons Peter and his wife Alaine, Michael and his wife Patricia, her son-in-law Leo Vassallo Cesareo, her daughter-in-law Annie Apap Bologna, her grandchildren Kate Dodd, Sarah Apap Bologna, Paul Apap Bologna, Christina Meli Bugeja, Christopher Vassallo Cesareo, Francesca Cassar and their respective spouses, Dominic, Greta, Michael, Katya and Steve, her great-grandchildren Thomas and James Dodd, Andrew and Matthew Apap Bologna, Mark, Thomas and James Meli Bugeja, Jack and Alexander Vassallo Cesareo, Anna and Sophie Cassar, her sister Connie Fiteni, her many nephews and nieces, and other relations and friends. The funeral takes place tomorrow at 9.30 a.m. at Lija parish church.

BUSUTTIL. On November 18, JANE, née Schembri, of Paola, aged 68, passed suddenly away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leave to mourn her loss her husband Joseph, her daughter Rita and her husband Ronald, her son Mario and his wife Antonella and her other son, Aldo, her grandchildren Isabelle and Chanel, many relatives and friends. The funeral leaves her residence today for Lourdes parish church, Paola where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment in the family vault at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request by donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be appreciated. Lord grant her eternal rest.

CUSCHIERI. On November 7, at the Sacred Heart Hospice, Sydney, Australia, BERYL, aged 74, passed peacefully away surrounded by her family. Much loved and sadly missed by her loving husband Albert, her dear children Julian and partner Sal, Claudia and husband Steven, her cherished grandson Joshua, and her sisters-in-law Antoinette Cuschieri, Christine Agius Cesareo, Anne Marie Darmanin and their families. She was a loving, caring person who will be forever in our hearts. A funeral service was held in Sydney on November 13. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said on November 21 at 7 p.m. at St Patrick's church, Sliema. The attendance of relatives and friends will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

MAMO. On November 18, at Mater Dei Hospital, MARIO, aged 50, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. Deeply mourned by his wife Lorraine, née Borg Bartolo, his sons Anthony and his fiancée Kirsten, and Matthew, his brother Albert, his sisters Marilyn, Vivien and Josette, in-laws, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Publius parish church, Floriana, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Special thanks to all the dedicated staff at Mater Dei Hospital, Boffa Hospital and The Malta Hospice Movement, Balzan.

In Memoriam

CAMILLERI. In loving memory of a beloved mother and grandmother, VICTORIA, on the 20th anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her only daughter Stephanie and grandchildren Rebecca, Gabriela and Daryl. May she rest in peace.

CILIA - Canon VICTOR CILIA, ex-archpriest of Cospicua. Loving and unfading memories on the seventh anniversary of his demise. Always lovingly remembered by his brothers, sisters, in-laws, nephews and nieces. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

GRIMA. In loving memory of a dear father, JOE, on the 34th anniversary of his death. So sadly missed. Simone and Francis.

GRIMA. In fondest memory of dear JOE who passed away on November 19, 1974. Antoine Pace Bonello and his family.

MICALLEF - ANTONIA. In loving memory of a beloved mother and grandmother on the 15th anniversary of her uniting with the Lord.

As time goes by,
We miss you more
You will walk with us forever
Until we meet again.

Sadly missed by her daughter Tessie and husband Joseph, her grandchildren Tonio and Maria, Connie and Peter, Natalie and Trevor and her great-grandson Eric Anthony. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

PORTANIER - NELLIE, née Grungo. On the 29th anniversary of her death. Lovingly remembered by her daughter Madeleine and grandchildren Christopher and Eleana.

STIVALA - CARMEN. On the first anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her family. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

STIVALA - CARMEN, 20.10.'24 - 19.11.'07. On the first anniversary of her passing. Ma, we miss you so much and love you.

If roses grow in heaven Lord
Please pick a bunch for me.
Place them in my mother's arms
And tell her they're from me.
Tell her I love her and miss her,
And when she turns to smile,
Place a kiss upon her cheek
And hold her for a while.
Because remembering her is easy,
I do it every day
But there is an ache within my heart
That will never go away.

Tony and Jeanette and your loved grandchildren Emma and Alan Anthony Ejka and baby Kane.

VALENTE - GIORLANDO. In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather on the 39th anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Renato, Italo, Val, Connie and grandchildren.

ZAMMIT - ERIC ZAMMIT, B.Pharm. Treasured memories of a beloved husband and father on the fifth anniversary of his demise. Lovingly remembered by his wife Pierina and daughters Stephanie and Martine. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

ZAMMIT - ERIC ZAMMIT, B.Pharm. Treasured memories of a much loved brother-in-law and uncle on the fifth anniversary of his demise. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Liliana and Mario, Ingrid and Daniel.

ZAMMIT. Today being the first anniversary of the passing away of a beloved husband and father, GAETANO. Sadly missed and always remembered in the thoughts of his wife Margaret Zammit, his son Noel, his daughter Josette and her husband Lewis D'Amato, together with their two sons Malcolm and Kristian. May God grant him eternal rest.

Symphonic concert

The La Stella Philharmonic Band will be playing excerpts ranging from Puccini compositions to The Lion King at the Astra Theatre in Victoria on Saturday.

Local compositions are also on the menu. Rewwixta, composed by Joseph Vella, is the last of four oratorios based on the historical uprising of the Maltese against the French occupation.

Although scored for soloists, choir and orchestra with text written by Oliver Friggieri, the excerpt being played is an arrangement for symphonic band of the oratorio's final chorus that speaks of the moral victory of the Maltese victims of the French occupation.

Entrance to the concert, which starts at 7.30 p.m., is free. Seating is on a first-come first-served basis.

The concert brings to an end the seventh edition of Festival Mediterranea, organised by Teatru Astra, and which included Puccini's masterpiece opera Turandot and Amedeo Minghi.

www.mediterranea.com.mt

Making model buildings

The Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce will run a course in making model buildings and landscapes for dioramas and architectural models.

The course, which opens in January, will be spread over 10 two-hour sessions held once a week. Attendance costs €21. Application forms and registration are available at the society's offices at Palazzo De La Salle, 219, Republic Street, Valletta from Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Places for the course are open on a first-come-first-served basis. Call on 2124 4339, 2124 4400 or send an e-mail to info@artsmalta.org for more information.

Thanksgiving Day

The Maltese American Association will be celebrating Thanksgiving Day at the Seabank Hotel, Mellieħa, on Sunday with Mass at 11 a.m. followed by a buffet lunch at 12.30 p.m. For more information phone Dar l-Emigrant, Castille Place, Valletta, on 2122 2644 or 2123 2545.

New parish priest

Archbishop Paul Cremona yesterday appointed Fr Henry Balzan as parish priest of the St Cajetan parish, in Ħamrun.

Fr Balzan, who was born on November 1, 1983 in Ħamrun, was ordained in 1991 and first served as vice-parish priest in Msida. In November 1995, he went to Copiapo in Chile, where he served in a number of parishes. He returned to Malta in January and served in Żabbar.

Vocal recital

A baroque vocal recital will be held at St Catherine of Italy church, Vallettta, tomorrow at 12.30 p.m. with proceeds going towards the restoration of the church.

Called Colour Me!, the recital will feature singer Dorothy Baldacchino. Seasoned musician Ramona Zammit Formosa will accompany Ms Baldacchino on period instruments, including the harpsichord and an 18th century pianoforte.

Bay Street's birthday

The Bay Street Shopping Complex's birthday, b Day, will be celebrated on Sunday with a packed day of activities and fund-raising for the Mater Dei Hospital's Rainbow Ward.

The event will start with Mass at 11 a.m. celebrated by Fr Colin Apap, then a day-long spree of music, magic and sports will kick off.

These will include a number of shows around the complex with Father Christmas, Xummiemu, and Lawrence and his Owl, as well as stilt walkers, pony rides, a climbing wall and various stalls. There will be face painting, and balloon artists, among others.

Road works at Għajn Tuffieħa

Trenching works will be carried out tomorrow along Għajn Tuffieħa Road, from the corner with Wilġa Street up to Żebbiegħ, limits of Mġarr, until further notice. Two-way traffic will be unimpeded at all times.