Sunday, 23rd November 2008 - 18:10CET

Former Attorney General dies

Former Attorney General Joseph G. Borg has died at Mater Dei Hospital at the age of 80.

Dr Borg served as Attorney General between 1983 and 1988.

He was a former president of the Graduates Movement of the Azzjoni Kattolika, as well as honorary president of St Philip Band Club of Zebbug. For a number of years, he was also a regular contributor on legal matters on RTK radio. He is survived by his wife Audrey and his sons David and James.

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Comments

Joseph Philip Borg (on 28/11/08)

Our family is very saddened by my Uncle's passing. As did others in our family, I followed him into the practice of law and was always inspired by his career. On behalf of my family-- his brother Philip, my mother Dorothy, my sister Shirley and neices Kim, Jen, Chelly and Josie we grieve with our entire family in Malta. He was a dedicated public servant, an inspiration to his family, friends and country and he will be sorely missed.
"...God gives and He has taken away. Let not ask questions for He knows all things. He will give us the Grace to go through this time... "

Trevor Schembri (on 24/11/08)

Very sad to hear. Lived in the same street many years ago and he always said hello when passing by. A true gentleman indeed. My sincere condolences to Mrs. Borg, David and James.

James Borg (on 24/11/08)

On behalf of my family, I wish to express our thanks for the kind words about our Dad expressed in these comments. He lives on in our memories.

James Borg

Laiq Ahmed Atif - Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Malta (on 24/11/08)

May Allah rest his soul with peace, and grant him eternal heaven.

My condolenses to his wife Audrey and his sons, David and James may Allah bless them all.

Evarist Saliba (on 24/11/08)

Condolences from a former Lyceum shoolmate, and a grateful recipient of wise advice received during difficult times when I was acting secreatry at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Charlo' Bonnici MP (on 24/11/08)

Heartfelt condolences to the family of a man who gave so much to the country . May God grant him eternal peace.

Victor Cauchi (on 23/11/08)

I remember him at the Attorney General's Chambers where I worked closely with him during the years between 1985 and 1997 when he taught me the techniques of legislative drafting.
May God rest his soul.
My condolences to his family.

Michael Bonnici (on 23/11/08)

Dr. Joe Borg was a gentleman. A dedicated husband and father.
He always gave good advice whether in private and in the public service.
A long serving President of the St. Philip Band Club of Zebbug.
He greatly encouraged me from a very young age to work in civic and cultural activities.
I owe him a lot.
My condolenses to his wife Audrey and his sons. May he rest in peace.

Michael Bonnici
Haz-Zebbug.