Announcements

BORG. On April 10, at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, RAFFAELLA née Aquilina, aged 74, wife of the late Emanuel of Guardamangia, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Josephine, Anna and husband Henry Falzon, Ray Borg and Natalia, Charles and wife Josianne, her grandchildren Kylie, Naomi, Miguel, Eman, Zane, Alana, brothers and sisters, in-laws and other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves Boffa Hospital on Monday at 9.30 a.m. for the Fatima Sanctuary, Guardamangia, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 10 a.m. followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.

DARMANIN. On April 4, under tragic circumstances, JOSEPHINE, widow of Maurice Charles. She leaves to mourn her loss her brothers, their families, other relatives and her many friends in Malta.
A Mass to celebrate her life will be held at a later date.

XUEREB. On April 8, at St Vincent De Paul residence, HELEN née Mifsud Bonnici, aged 93, a devoted wife and exemplary mother, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her sad loss her beloved husband Victor, Lieutenant Grandmaster Emeritus of the Order of St John of Jerusalem; her treasured children Maphine and her husband Karl Despott, Walter and his wife Kathleen née Vella Zarb, and Anne Marie and Pierre Vella Petroni, her grandchildren Edward, Maria Elena, Daniela and her husband Ryan Scicluna, Matthew and his wife Ann Marie, Lisa and her fiancé Emmanuel, and Tara Ann, her precious great-grandchildren Kyle and Martina, her sisters-in-law Antie Mifsud Bonnici, Ineż Mifsud Bonnici and Laura Azzopardi, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Lord, grant her eternal rest.
The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Special thanks to the staff at St Joseph Ward 11 for their love, care and dedication.

IN MEMORIAM

ABELA. Happy memories of ADRIAN, a great friend, wonderful father and loving husband, today the first anniversary of his passing away. Forever remembered by Fame: Fred, Mario, Edgar and their respective wives and families.

ABELA - ADRIAN. On the first anniversary of his passing away. Fondly remembered by his mother-in-law Barbara Tabone and all her family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

AXISA - JOHN. On his fifth anniversary. Always in our thoughts. Ariadne, Gerald and Maryanne, Marguerite, John and Jay, Peter and Marica, and all your grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

AZZOPARDI. In loving memory of our dear father VICTOR, today the 12th anniversary of his death. Fondly loved and cherished by his sons and daughters, Alex, Edward, Jennifer and Kate and their families.

CUTAJAR - CARMEL. Treasured memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather, today the seventh anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Victoria, his children Jeffrey, Godwin, Sheila, Lina, Lilian and Tania, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

DEBONO. In loving memory of our dearest brother GEORGE on the anniversary of his tragic death, April 11, 1944. Victor and MarieLouise.

FOUNTAIN - NINA. Remembering our dear mother on the 12th anniversary of her death. Always in our hearts, your children Joe, Vivienne Pandolfino, Lina Debono, in-laws, other relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

FRENDO. In affectionate remembrance of ERIC who died on April 11, 1944. His brother Hector and his sister Vera.

FRENDO. In loving memory of JOHN on the 53rd anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his sister Ġuża and nephew Mario.

GINGELL LITTLEJOHN - EDDIE. Loving memories of a dear father and grandfather, today being the fifth anniversary of his demise. Never forgotten by his children, in-laws and grandchildren. The 9 a.m. Mass being said on April 15 at St Patrick's church, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of his soul. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

PAPAGIORCOPULO - EVELYN. Treasured memories of a dearest mother and grandmother on the 46th anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Josie, Lina, John, George and Mark.

PAPAGIORCOPULO - EVELYN. In loving memory of a beloved mother and grandmother, today the 46th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by all her family. May God grant her eternal rest.

PERESSO. In loving memory of MICHAEL, today the 16th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his brothers, sisters and in-laws. May he rest in peace.

PULLICINO - STELLA. Loving and treasured memories of a dear mother and grandmother on the third anniversary of her demise. Never forgotten by her daughter Rita and her husband Victor, her daughter Carmen, her son. The Hon. George Pullicino, his wife Lourdes and their daughter Mattea. A Mass for her repose will be said tomorrow at 11.30 a.m. at St Gregory's parish church, Sliema.

SPITERI - JOSEPH (of Lysette, Valletta). Treasured memories of a dearly loved husband, father and grandfather on the 15th anniversary of his demise.

We hold you close
Within our hearts
And there you will remain
To be with us
Throughout our lives
Until we meet again.

Forever in our daily thoughts and prayers. His wife Kate, his children, in-laws and grandchildren.

TALIANA. In loving memory of EMANUELE on the 14th anniversary of his demise. Always remembered by his wife Annie, his children and all their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Photo competition

A photography competition organised by the Żejtun parish will be held between May 16 and 17. Those interested in taking part should contact the organisers on 9947 6500 or send an e-mail to valerie@tahabel.com.

KOMR meeting

The King's Own Malta Regiment will be holding its annual general meeting on April 18 at 10 a.m. at the association's premises in Castille, Valletta, followed by lunch. For information call on 2144 1558.

Rabat concert

A concert in aid of Dar tal-Providenza will be presented by the Gresham's Prep School Choir from the UK on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at St Dominic's church, Rabat.