Announcements

ASPHAR. On NOVEMBER 30, 2008 at Villa M.ssma Annunziata, Balzan, Sr Evelina, of the Sisters of Charity, aged 82, passed peacefully away to meet the Risen Lord comforted by the rites of the Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity, her sisters Tarry and Madeline, her brother Bernard and his wife Louise, and her sisters-in-law Denise, Gill, Paula and Ann, nephews, nieces, and other relatives and friends. R.I.P. Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated today at 9 a.m. at the chapel of the convent of the Sisters of Charity at Balzan followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.

CAMILLERI. On November 29, at Mater Dei Hospital, RINALDO k/a LEONARD, widower of Miriam née Tabone, of Cospicua residing at Fgura, aged 77 yrs, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss, his children Mario and his wife Patricia, Monica and her husband Paul, Patrick and his wife Silvana, Alida and her husband Alex, grand children Nadia and her boyfriend Keith, Lara, Luke, Alison, Claire and Andre, his sister Hilda, his in-laws and their respective spouses and families, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends.

The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 8 a.m. for Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish church in Fgura where mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment in the family grave at Żabbar Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Puttinu Cares Foundation will be greatly appreciated. Lord grants him eternal rest.

COSTER. On November 29, at St Vincent de Paul, JOSEPHINE, widow of the late Thomas, aged 86, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughter Mary and her husband Mr Justice Joseph Galea Debono, Vivienne and her husband Dr Martin Said, her son Alfred and his wife Sylvana, her grandchildren Veronica and her husband Ewout, Fiona, John and his wife Pippa, Edward, Maurice and Ben. Mass praesente cadavere will be said at Mosta parish church today, at 3.30 p.m., followed by interment at Mosta Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

In memoriam

AGIUS. In fond remembrance of JOSEPH. His son Mark and Anne, his brother Tony and his sisters Gemma Thompson and May. Eternal rest give unto him, Lord.

BORG - MARIE. In loving memory of a dearly beloved mother, today the 21st anniversary of her demise. Sadly missed by her daughters Anna, Rita and Veronica, their respective husbands and grandchildren. A prayer is solicited.

CALLEJA - JOHN. Unforgettable memories of our dearest father on his 20th anniversary with the Lord. Forever in our hearts and daily prayers. Your loving children Ray, Monica, Eileen, May and husband Joe.

CALLEJA - JOHN. Treasured memories of a dear father and grandfather on the 16th anniversary of his passing away. Sadly missed by his son John, his wife Vicki and his grandchildren.

CALLEJA - JOSEPH. Fond memories of a dear father and grandfather on the 12th anniversary of his passing away. Dearly remembered by his children Edward, Claude and Suzanne and their respective families.

CAMILLERI. In loving memory of LINA, today the 25th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by Marierose, Joe and Sandra, Marguerite and Martin, Helen and Lewis, grandchildren and great-grandson.

CIANTAR - MARY. In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, today the fifth anniversary of her passing away. Sadly missed by her sons Paul, Anthony, Martin, Ray and Alex, their respective spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Always in our thoughts and prayers.
We miss you, mum.

De DOMENICO. In loving memory of PHILIP who sadly passed away on June 1, 2008, being the sixth month of his death. Always remembered and greatly missed by his wife and children, Vicky, Simon and Jonathan and family. May he rest in peace.

GRECH - ĊENSU. In loving and unfading memory of our dear father, today the 22nd anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his children Rosemary, Tony, Victor and Austin, in-laws, grandchildren, relatives and friends.

MERCIECA. In memory of MARGUERITE, née Degiorgio. Cherished memories of our dearest sister on the second anniversary of her demise. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Her sisters Josephine and Mary.

TORTELL - JEANNE. Fondest memories of mama, today the sixth anniversary of her death. Her children Augustus, Marie, Henry, Peter, Philip, Carmen, Josephine and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

VASSALLO CESAREO. In loving and unfading memory of ANNA, a beloved wife and devoted mother, on the 12th anniversary of her passing away. Always in our hearts and prayers. Leo, Christopher, Francesca, Steve and Katia. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said today at 6.30 p.m. at St Paul's Shipwreck chapel, San Pawl tat-Tarġa.

The attendance of family and friends will be appreciated.

To whom it may concern

I, Simon Paul Hodges of Glemmtaler Landesstr. 298, Saalbach, Austria, intend to marry Debora Boras of the above address, at the Heimatshouse in Saalbach, on December 22, 2008.

Any person knowing of any lawful impediment to the marriage should notify without delay the British High Commission, Whitehall Mansions, Ta' Xbiex.

Course on gilding

The Malta Society of Arts Manufactures and Commerce will be organising a course on gilding. The course has two levels, beginners and intermediate.

The beginners course will teach the basics of the art of gilding while the intermediate will go into more detail regarding various types of gilding.

The course will be held in the evenings and will run over 10 lessons, of two hours each, once a week stating in January.

Application forms and further details can be obtained from Palazzo De La Salle, 219 Republic Street, Valletta from Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tel: 2124 4339, 2124 4400 or e-mail info@artsmalta.org.

The website is: www.artsmalta.org.

Baroque recital

Dorothy Baldacchino will be interpreting a selection of Baroque songs and arias for soprano by Handel, Pergolesi, Paisello and Purcell on Thursday at St Catherine of Italy church, Valletta at 12.30 p.m.

Ramona Zammit Formosa will be accompanying on period instruments including the harpsichord and an 18th century pianoforte.

Proceeds from this recital will go to the restoration fund of the St Catherine of Italy church.

SLIEMA LOCAL PLANS

The Sliema local council has invited the public to submit their views and suggestions on any possible amendments to the town's local plans, which are being reviewed by the Malta Environment and Planning Authority.

The plans can be seen at the council's offices on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 2.15 to 5 p.m. or at www.mepa.org.mt.

Comments and proposals can be sent to the council's offices at Depiro Street, Sliema, SLM 2037, Sliema.lc@gov.mt or via by fax at 2134 5333 by December 15.