Announcements

COWAN. On May 25, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Jane Lois née Turner and George, God's precious gift of a son - MATTHEW GEORGE. Thanks to all the staff at the hospital.

DARMANIN. On May 16, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Giselle Dalli and Christian, God's precious gift of a son - TRISTAN PAUL, a welcome brother to Rowenna. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwives Anna Croucher and Anna Calleja and all the staff at the hospital.

FALZON. On May 22, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Rosanna née Aquilina and Emmanuel, God's most precious gift of a son - LUIGI, a most welcome brother to Luca and Matteo. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to midwife Louise Saliba, the obstetrician and all the dedicated maternity staff for all their care.

GAFÀ. On May 11, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Adriana née Cesareo and Jason, the Lord's precious gift of a daughter - MAYA, a welcome sister to Martina. Special thanks to the family and all the maternity staff at the hospital.

LIVINGSTON. On April 18, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Suzanna née Jones and Steve, God's precious gift of a son - BEN, a most welcome brother to Jack. Thanks to all family and friends for the support. Special thanks to midwife Carmen Scerri and all the staff at the hospital.

PACE. On May 27, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Sonia née Degiorgio and John, God's precious gift of a first-born son - DYLAN. Praise be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to the staff at the maternity wing.

PARNIS. On April 25, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Elizabeth née Grech and John, God's precious gift of a son - DANIELE, a welcome brother to Sabrina and Joseph John. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwives Mariella Abela Camilleri and Anna Calleja and all the staff at the hospital.

RIECK ZAHRA. On May 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Romina née Zahra and Olaf, the precious gift of a son - LIAM AMYAS, a most welcome brother to Siobhan Louise. Heartfelt thanks to the gynaecologist, midwife Josephine Muscat and all the staff at the maternity ward.

SPITERI. On May 22, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Ruth Spiteri Longhurst and Stefan, God's precious gift of a daughter - KRISTA, eagerly awaited by her sister Julia. Special thanks to all the dedicated maternity staff for their care.

ZARB COUSIN. Marcella and Andrew announce the birth of their first-born son - MATHIAS, on May 14. Special thanks to midwife Antoinette Saliba.

Obituary

SMITH-CAMERON. On May 29, HILDA, née Cremona, aged 86, went to meet the Risen Lord comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her sons Godfrey and his wife Marysa, Dennis and his wife Katia, Christopher and his wife Alice, her grandchildren Natacha and her husband Benedict Bisordi, Jason and his wife Claire, Simone and Jackie, her great-grandchildren Jade, Thomas, Francesca, Emilia and Francesca, her sisters Sara Smith, Yvonne Withlock, her brother Dr Jaime H. Cremona and his wife Elizabeth, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. Mass praesente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 2.30 p.m. at Nazzarenu parish church, Sliema, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Hospice Movement and Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

In Memoriam

AMATO - EMANUEL. Treasured memories of a loving father and grandfather, tomorrow the 16th anniversary of his demise. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

APAP. Treasured memories of Dr GEORGE APAP, MD, DO (Oxon), a beloved father and grandfather, on the 42nd anniversary of his demise. His family.

AQUILINA - MARIA STELLA. In everloving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, today the eighth anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and hearts. Her family.

AZZOPARDI - JOSEPH AZZOPARDI, MD. In loving memory, on the 16th anniversary of his demise, May 29. His wife Mary and family.

BLUNDELL. Treasured memories of a most beloved husband, EDGAR, who died on May 28, 1994. Fondly remembered by his wife Carmen.

BORG. In loving memory of PAUL JAMES on the 14th anniversary of his death. Joe, Mary Rose, James, Rosalind and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BUGEJA. In loving memory of ALBERT, 3.6.1994, on the 15th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Mary, his sons Joseph and Monica, Michael and his wife Ans, and James, his grandchildren Sean and Sharon. Rest in peace.

CALLEJA - PAUL and LILY. Fondest memories of our father who passed away on June 2, 2001, and mother who passed away on June 14, 1988. Their daughters Maria, widow of Anthony Tabone, Rose, wife of Norman Farrugia, Antoinette, wife of Joseph Spiteri Audibert, Claudia, wife of Raymond Frans Spiteri and Pauline, wife of Anthony Farrugia, their 10 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lord, grant them eternal rest.

CAMILLERI - CARMELO. In loving memory of our dearest father, today the ninth anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his children and his grandchildren.

DEBONO - FRANK. Treasured and unfading memories of a most loving husband, father and grandfather on the 18th anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed by his wife Stella, his children Marguerite, Pauline, Lucienne and David, their spouses and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

DEBONO - MARIA. Treasured memories of a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, especially today being the third anniversary of her death. Very sadly missed. Lino, Daniella and Italo, Antoine and Ann, Julian and Daniel.

DEBONO - SUSAN. Precious memories of a dear daughter and sister who died tragically 31 years ago. Mariucca, Anton, sisters and brothers.

ESPOSITO - CARMEN, née Vassallo. Cherished memories of a beloved mother and grandmother on the first anniversary of her demise, May 29. Never forgotten by her two daughters Marthese and her husband Joe Portelli and his family, Joanna and her husband Francis Formosa and his family, her three grandchildren Michelle, Christopher and Mark, her only sister Connie, many nephews and nieces, their families, many cousins, relatives and friends.

GAMBINA - JOHN. Treasured and unfading memories of a dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather, today the 13th anniversary of his passing away. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his family.

GRECH - MARIA, née Mifsud Bonnici. Remembering you with love today and always. Valerie and family.

HILI - CHARLES. In ever loving memory of a beloved father, tomorrow being the 35th anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts, his son Paul and daughter Bella. A prayer is solicited.

MANGION - Captain JOSEPH A. MANGION. Treasured memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather, today the third anniversary of his demise. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said today at noon at St Rita's chapel, St George's Bay, St Julian's. Always in our thoughts and prayers.

MELI - EDWIN. Loving memories of our father, on the 12th anniversary of his death.

Those special years will not return
When we were all together
But with this love within our hearts
You'll walk with us forever.

Fondly remembered by his sons, daughters and family.

MONTAGUE - LAURA, 30.05.'82-26.09.'98. Sweet memories of a beautiful and loving daughter on her 27th birthday. We celebrate 27 years of parenthood. With love Mummy, Daddy, Holly and Sam.

MONTAGUE - LAURA, 30.05.'82-26.09.'98.

Another birthday, another year
But you are forever young
And forever in our hearts.

Nanna and Nannu, Catherine and Ian, Louise and Douglas.

OVEREND - EDWIN. Today the 35th anniversary of his birth to eternal life. Loved and missed by his children, their families, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

PORTELLI. In memory of JOHN, yesterday being his seventh death anniversary. Fondly remembered by his wife Grace, his sons Johann and Andrew, his brothers, in-laws, relatives and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

PULLICINO - MARK. On the fourth anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Sadly missed by his family.

PULLICINO - MARK. In loving memory of a dear cousin and nephew on the fourth anniversary of his death.

We'll meet again
Don't know where
Don't know when
But I know
We'll meet again
Some sunny day.
...until then, we'll just keep missing you.

Faye, Nick, Maisie and Louie, Betta and Gianni.

SCERRI - TESSIE (ex-Padre Pio Information Centre, Floriana). Treasured memories of a dear wife, mother and grandmother, on the fourth anniversary of your departure to pastures new. Ever cherished and loved by family and friends. May God grant you eternal rest.

WARRINGTON. In loving memory of our dear mother MELITA, today the second anniversary of her demise. Now as ever so close to our hearts. Walter and Denise.