Announcements

ATTARD. On April 23, at Mater Dei Hospital, BARTHOLOMEW, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church, aged 82. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved children Henry and his wife Sandra, Albert and Maryanne, Marion and her husband Richard, his beloved grandchildren Sasha and Robert, Janine and Roberto, Katrina and Steve, Sarah-Jane, Kris and Edward, his sister Maria, other relatives and friends.

The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 7.30 a.m. for Msida parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8 a.m., followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, and the Renal Unit, Mater Dei Hospital, will be greatly appreciated.

Lord, grant him eternal rest.

PIROTTA. On April 24, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOSEPH MARY, of Sliema, aged 84, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Lydia, his children Joe and his wife Elaine, Marlene and her husband Tony Gatt, Doreen and her husband Vincent Camilleri, his grandchildren Michelle, Jamie, Carol, Amy, Clark, Maxine, Victoria and Denise, his in-laws and their families, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Monday, at 9 a.m. for Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.

Lord, grant him eternal rest.

SELVAGI. On April 23, at Mater Dei Hospital, WILLIAM VINCENT, aged 85, passed away peacefully, comforted by the Rites of the Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Ann, née Leone Enriquez, his children Maryanne, Raphael and his wife Joan, and Christopher and his wife Lucienne, his much loved grandchildren, Edward, Andrew, Lara and her boyfriend Ben Mangion, Joanna, and Paula and her boyfriend John Paul Caruana Galizia, his sister Jane Harrison, his sister-in-law Vivian North, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends.

The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today for Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to The Malta Hospice Movement, Balzan, will be much appreciated.

The family wish to give special thanks to all the staff at Medical Ward 5, Mater Dei Hospital, for their dedicated care.

Requiem masses

In memory of HELEN SALOMONE REYNAUD. One month since her passing away a Mass for the repose of her soul is to be said today at 6.30 p.m. at the chapel of the Sacred Heart Convent, St Julians. The attendance of friends and relatives will be appreciated.

In memoriam

AGIUS. Treasured and unforgettable memories of a dear son and brother, IVAN, who passed away four years ago today. Death is the end, love is forever. Ċettina, Mark and respective families.

AQUILINA - JOE. Lingering memories of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather on the fifth anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. So lovingly remembered and so sadly missed by his wife Marionne, Sandra, Giuseppe and Marco, Kenneth and Marieta. Merciful Jesus, grant him eternal rest.

CAMENZULI. In loving memory of JOE D. on the 14th anniversary of his demise. Always remembered with love and gratitude by his beloved wife Carmen, his son Aaron and his wife Claire, his daughter Yvette, her husband Louis Bezzina, and granddaughters Louella and Fabienne. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CARUANA SOLER - JOSEPH. On the 10th anniversary of his demise. Remembered with fondest love and respect by his widow Lilian, his children and their respective spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchild.

COLEIRO. Unfading memories of my dear father FRANS on the 41st anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Maria and family.

GUSMAN - VINCENT. In loving memory, on the 30th anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His daughters Alice and Angela.

PILLOW. Cherished and unfading memories of GUY, a dear husband, father and grandpa on this the 20th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by Tessie, Ruth, David and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

PORTANIER SOUCHET - ANTHONY. Remembered today and always. Doris and Josephine.

VINCENTI. In sweet remembrance of my dear father GUSTAVO who departed this life on April 25, 1974. Hilaire.

Appreciation - Barth Attard

Joseph Zammit Tabona, writes:

It was with great sadness and a tinge of disbelief that we all learnt of Barth Attard's passing away earlier on this week. Somehow, probably because of Barth's continued involvement in his company in spite of the advancing years, it never occurred to anybody who knew him that this moment would eventually arrive.

I have known Barth for almost 40 years. In 1960, he had set up Panta Lesco Ltd, a mechanical and electrical engineering firm specialising in major infrastructural projects, which, in a relatively short time, went on to become a very important name in the construction industry, particularly in Saudi Arabia and Libya but also in Kuwait and Dubai. Under his able leadership, Panta Lesco Ltd continued to grow over the years, eventually becoming a group of nine companies operating in different fields including IT, telecommunications and desalination plants.

Some years back, Barth asked me to attend the meetings of the board of directors of Panta Lesco Group as an adviser and his drive, vision and business acumen were an example to all those who had the privilege to work with him.

Apart from his notable business achievements, Barth will also be fondly remembered for his human side. Even in times of stress, Barth's smile and wise words served to calm the waters, focusing the thinking of those around him.

He was, above all, a gentleman and he will be sorely missed by his family and by all those who had the privilege to have him as a friend.

My sincere condolences to Henry, Albert and Marion and to the rest of the family.

Stolen

Mini Cooper S, ACG 013, black and silver. Anyone having information is asked to phone 9943 4448.

Public transport arrangements for the weekend

Due to the feast of St Publius being celebrated over the weekend in Floriana, public transport exiting the Valletta Terminus destined for localities in the south of Malta will be diverted to Crucifix Hill, Pinto Street (Waterfront), Triq il-Vittmi Furjaniżi, Xatt L-Għassara ta' l-Għeneb, Moll iċ-Ċangatun, Triq il-Moll tal-Ħatab and onto December 13 Road in the direction towards Marsa.

Public transport exiting Valletta Terminus and heading to the northern part of the island will be diverted through Mall Street, V. Dimech Street, St Calcidonio Street (past the Police Headquarters), Sa Maison Road, Hay Wharf, W. Bonnici Street and onto Marina Street in the direction towards Msida.