Announcements

BOOKER. On May 7, at her residence, ELVIRA, aged 86, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her irreparable loss her beloved and devoted sister Mary, her brothers Edwin, widower of Iris, Alexander and his wife Josephine, her sister-in-law Rina, widow of Joseph and her nephews and nieces, Miriam and Tonio Bonavia, Joe and Eileen, Patricia, Keith, Malcolm and Karen, Gillian and George Amato, her very dear great nephews and nieces, Andrew, Anna, Naomi, Sarah, Jonathan, Alex, Matthew, Bettina, Andrew, Emma and Max, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 2 p.m. for Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request, though donations to the Poor Clares, St Julians, will be appreciated. Lord grant her eternal rest.

ENGERER. On May 6, at Mater Dei Hospital, ERIC, aged 82, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Romie, née Kind, his children Alexandra and her husband Wayne Wampler, Anna and her husband Wayne Simmons, Peter and Marica, his sister Maria and her husband Henry Mifsud, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 9 a.m. for Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 9.30 a.m., followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. The family would like to thank the doctors and the staff at Ward M1, Mater Dei Hospital, for their tender care and diligence in their duty. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

In Memoriam

BENNETT - DAVID MICHAEL. Always in my thoughts. Your mother-in-law Kitty.

CAMILLERI. Treasured memories of our beloved LOUIS P. on the 11th anniversary of his death. Margaret, Rosette, Bernadette and Theresa.

CARUANA - WALTER. Treasured memories of a caring son, brother and uncle, today the fifth anniversary of his demise. Always in our prayers. His mother Iris, widow of Joe, his sisters Bernadette, Therese and Marie, their husbands, his nephews and nieces, his grandmother Adelina Caruana and other members of his family.

CINI. Loving and unfaded memories of MARION, née Asciak, today the 23rd anniversary of her death. Her father Paul, her brothers William, Ronald, Michael and their families.

FARRUGIA - JOAN MARY. On your 17th anniversary. Forever remembered and loved. Your family.

FARRUGIA - JOAN. Remembering a dear friend on the 17th anniversary of her death. Still sadly missed. Helmina.

FAVA. Fondly remembering our beloved mother LINA, especially today. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Mario, Reginald, Marcelline.

GAUCI - JOSEPH. Always in our thoughts and prayers, especially today the 59th anniversary of his death. Phyllis, Neville, Tania, Paul and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

GOUDER - BEATRICE. Precious memories of a beloved mother who passed away four years ago today. Mama, you are constantly in our hearts and prayers, deeply loved and terribly missed. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Your loving children Joseph, Monica and Gloria.

MIFSUD - MARLENE, née Mulligan. Today is the 11th anniversary when our Mar, a most beloved wife and mother, passed away to eternal rest. Beautiful memories of a close knit family still linger on with never a day going by without not mentioning her name. Denis, Sean and Aida, Peter and Joanna and Mark, Kieran and Nico, grandchildren she so yearned to see.

MIFSUD - MARLENE. In loving memory of a dear friend. Thelma and Anne.

MUSCAT - LILY. 14 years ago you passed away, leaving behind you a void which no one can ever fill. Always remembered with love by your daughter Elaine and Frans, son Stephen and Carmen. Today's 6.30 p.m. Mass at the Risen Christ parish church, Pembroke, will be said for the repose of her soul.

PACE - HILDA. In loving memory of a dear mother on the 13th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her sons George, John, David and Stephen. May she rest in peace.

PORTELLI. In ever loving memory of JOHN who passed away 55 years ago today. Always remembered. Charles and his family.

PREZIOSI. In loving memory of Lady LOLA PREZIOSI, today the 16th anniversary of her death. Her family.

SCIRIHA - MICHAEL. Today the 33rd anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by all his family.

TABONE VALLETTA. In loving memory of LIVY on the 20th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his children, in-laws and grandchildren.

Stolen

Mitsubishi Pajero, LCJ 932, red, limits of Żurrieq. Anyone having information is to contact the nearest police station or phone owner 7997 5814.

Maritime Festival

The Senglea waterfront will be transformed into a naval base during the Maritime Festival to be held on May 17. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the public will see re-enactments, maritime exhibitions, band parades, traditional music and folk singing or will be able to take a boat trip in the Grand Harbour.

ADHD support group

The Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Family Support Group will hold its annual general meeting at the Junior College, Msida, today at 6.30 p.m..

Baroque concert

A baroque concert by Belgian ensemble Il Sogno Barocco will be held tomorrow at 8 p.m. at the Church of Santa Marija of Bir Miftuħ. To get there, simply take the left fork past the airport roundabout. Tickets, which cost €20, are available from Din l-Art Ħelwa's offices at 133, Melita Street, Valletta or the church itself.

Jewellery of the past

Francesca Balzan, curator of Palazzo Falson, will deliver a presentation about her ongoing research into jewellery used during the rule of the Order of St John at 133, Melita Street, Valletta on Thursday at 6 p.m. Participants must be seated by 5.45 p.m.

Discrimination discussion

A discussion about discrimination is being organised by the National Commission for the Promotion of Equality. It will be held at Gattard House, Blata L-Bajda on Thursday between 5.15 and 7 p.m.

To register, visit www.equality.gov.mt.