Announcements

ATTARD. On September 20, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Vanessa née Anastasi and Philip, God's precious gift of a son - MARK. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to midwife Rodrica Schembri Arena and all the dedicated staff at the hospital.

BONELLO. On September 14, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Debbie née Cini and Mario, God's predcious gift of a son - ISAAC, a most welcome brother to Noah. Special thanks to midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the dedicated maternity staff at the hospital.

GOOVE. On September 23, at St Philip's Hospital, to Marina née Maniova and Yuri, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter. Thanks to all the staff at the hospital, the gynaecologist and the paediatrician.

MALLIA. On September 2, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Maruska née Spiteri and Pierre, God's precious gift of a son - CARL, a most welcome brother to Jake. Thanks be to Christ the Redeemer and Our Lady of Graces. Special thanks to the staff at Obs. 3.

MUSCAT. On July 29, to Michelle née Bajada and Alistair, God's gift of a son - MAXIMILIAN, a most welcome brother to Michela. Special thanks to the staff at the Delivery Ward, Mater Dei Hospital.

PARIS. Alan and Faye, née Cachia Zammit, are proud to announce the arrival of their first-born daughter - EVIE, who was born on September 5 at Mater Dei Hospital. Special thanks to the staff at the Delivery Suite and Obstetrics 1, especially midwives Denise and Maria, for their professionalism, dedication and support.

RUSCIO DEBATTISTA. On September 16, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Pamela née Debattista and Fabio, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - AMBER. Thanks be to God and Our Lady.

VELIKAYA. On September 17, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Ludmilla and Fathi Milad, God's precious gift of a son - ALBASHIR, a most welcome brother to Tamer and Hadiga. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the staff at the hospital.

Golden Wedding

Mr LOUIS JACCARINI and Miss MARLENE GALEA SOUCHET
The marriage between LOUIS and MARLENE took place on September 27, 1959, at Stella Maris parish church, Sliema. Fr Mario Jaccarini, SJ, officiated at the ceremony. Congratulations to our precious mamà and papà, thanking you for your constant love and support throughout these happily married years together. From Mylène and Adrian, John and Sandra, Paula and Simon. Lots of love to our special nanna and nannu from Alexia and her husband Mark, Mark, Nicola, Michela, Julia, Edward, Paul and Beppe.

Emerald Wedding

Dr JOSEPH ZARB COUSIN, LL.D., BA and Miss LILIAN AGIUS-GILIBERT
The marriage took place on September 26, 1954, at St Ignatius chapel, Sliema. Fr Gennaro Camilleri officiated. Congratulations and best wishes from your children Christopher and Audrey and her husband Salvo; your grandchildren Pamela, Giampiero and his wife Sarah and Sabrina; and your great-grandchildren Luca and Diego. May God bless you both.

Obituary

CHETCUTI. With heartfelt sympathy for the loss of a little angel, MARIA GIULIA, who went to meet the Risen Lord on September 26 at the tender age of three months. She leaves to mourn her loss her parents Giovanni and Sylvana, her grandparents Tony and Josephine Chetcuti and Alfred and Louise Dimech, her aunts and uncles Emanuel and his wife Chantelle, Louis and his wife Roberta, Maria and her fiancé Clifford, Sarah and her fiancé Jurgen, Sergio and his fiancée Nadja and Stephania, her great-grandparents Pietru, Karmena, Gianninu and his wife Vincenza, other relatives and friends. Mass will be said at Mosta parish church today at 2 p.m. The family would like to thank all the staff at NPICU, at Mater Dei Hospital, for all the help and support shown.

FABRI. On September 23, in Melbourne, Australia, ERIC, passed away at the age of 63. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife M'Rose and family, his sisters, Maggie, wife of Carm Borg, Lina, widow of Joe Pisani, Sister Imeldetta (Mary) of the Franciscan Sisters of the Heart of Jesus, Frida, wife of John Harrison, his brothers John, Joe, Vincent of Australia and their families. - R.I.P. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said tomorrow at 7 p.m. at Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema. A prayer is solicited.

GALEA. On September 25, MARY, widow of Paul, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss Helen, widow of her son Paul, her children Joe and Sylvia, Carmen and Saviour, Evelyn and Andrew, Mary, and Manuel and Marthese, her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her brothers, other relatives and friends. - RIP. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 7.30 a.m. for St Joseph parish church, Msida, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.

VELLA. On September 26, at Mater Dei Hospital, PETER, of Mgarr, aged 58, proprietor of Salvo's Motoring School, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Grace, his children Daniel and Maria, his brothers and sisters and their spouses, in-laws, cousins, other relatives, students and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 3.30 p.m. for Santa Maria church, Mgarr, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 4 p.m., followed by interment at Mgarr cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

In Memoriam

AGIUS. In loving memory of our beloved FRANCIS on the eighth anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his wife Yvonne, his sons and daughters, his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, in-laws, nephews and nieces. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CACHIA - ALFRED. Loving and unfading memories, today the 17th anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Marie-Louise, Karl and Daniela, Steve, Kurt and Clarissa, Mikela and David.

CAMILLERI - VICTOR. Unfaded memories of a beloved husband and father, September 29 the 21st anniversary of his death.
Living our hearts without you
Is the hardest part of all.
You did so many things for us
Your heart was kind and true,
And when we needed someone
We could always count on you.

The special years will not return
When we were all together,
But with the love within our hearts
You will walk with us forever.
Sadly missed by his wife Lina, his children Mario, Joe, Henriette, Marcelle, and Jacqueline, in-laws and grandchildren. Masses for the repose of his soul will be said on Tuesday at 7 a.m. at Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema, and at 7.15 p.m. at St Augustine parish church, Valletta. Kindly remember him in your prayers.

CASSAR - VINCENT. Fondly remembered on the anniversary of his demise by his sons, daughters and in-laws.

DEPASQUALE - CATHERINE. In loving memory of our dear mother, today the 42nd anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly remembered and sadly missed by her son, daughters, sons-in-law and grandchildren.

FARRUGIA - Judge RICCARDO FARRUGIA. Treasured and loving memories of a beloved father and grandfather on the third anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his children Tonio and his wife Josephine, Ita and Anouchka, and his grandchildren. A prayer is kindly solicited.

FAWCETT. In remembrance of a dear wife and sincere friend of many, MARGARET, September 22 the first anniversary of her demise. The many little memories you left behind instantly give way to the many unforgettable hours we spent together. Those memories in our hearts will never dwindle.

LAURI - GIOVANNA. In loving memory of our beloved mother on the 35th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her sons, daughters, in-laws and family.

MUSCAT-INGLOTT - VICTOR MUSCAT-INGLOTT, BE&A, A&CE. Remembering our dear father, today the 34th anniversary of his demise. Forever deep in the hearts of his sons, daughters and grandchildren.

PIROTTA. In loving memory of DENNIS on the 15th anniversary of his death.
Unspoken words,
No outward show,
But deep inside
We miss you so.
Loved and remembered always. His family.

STELLINI - JOYCE. Affectionate memories of a mother and nanna who loved us infinitely, today the sixth anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Alexander and Jo Anna, Gianfranco and Nicky, Roberta and Michele.

VELLA. In loving memory of MICHAEL, today the 19th anniversary of his death. Never forgotten by his family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

ZAMMIT - VICTOR. Loving memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather on his 18th anniversary. His wife Iris, sons, daughters, in-laws and grandchildren. Rest in peace.