Announcements

AGIUS. On November 11, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Daniela Carla and Charlot, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - FEDERICA. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the staff at Obstetrics 3.

AZZOPARDI. On November 19, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Lorraine née Curmi and Arthur, God's precious gift of a daughter - SARAH, a most welcome sister to Daniel and Elisa. Thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the maternity staff at the hospital.

BORG. On November 14, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Alison née Hili and Oliver, God's most precious gift of a first-born daughter - MAY. With gratitude to Our Lady of Graces. Special thanks to the maternity staff at the hospital for their excellent care and dedication.

CHETCUTI-GANADO. On November 10, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Susannah née Swain and Duncan, God's precious gift of a daughter - KATE, a welcome sister to Nicholas. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the maternity staff at the hospital.

LICARI. On November 22, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Beverley née Bugeja and Claude, God's precious gift of a first-born son - CONNOR. Special thanks go to Ms Doreen Cassar and to all the very helpful staff at the Delivery Suite and at Obstetrics 1.

MICALLEF GRIMAUD. On November 20, at St Philip's Hospital, to Melody Belaos and Daniel, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - KEZIAH. Thanks to all the maternity staff, especially to the gynaecologist, paediatrician and midwives.

NAUDI. On November 25, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Karen-Lee née Azzopardi and John, God's precious gift of a daughter - NINA-LEE, a most welcome sister to Kai. Thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the maternity staff at the hospital.

OWENSON. On September 29, at Nobles Hospital, Isle of Man, to Camille-Marsha née Busuttil and Owen Cutajar, a son and daughter - ALEXANDER and ARISTEA.

ZAMMIT. On November 17, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Kirsten née Borg and Nicholas, God's gift of a first-born daughter - HANNAH. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to midwife Josepha, student Diane and to all the maternity staff at the hospital.

Marriages

Mr LIAM MULVANEY and Ms JESSICA NAPOLI
The marriage took place on Wednesday, November 4, at St Julian's parish church, between LIAM, son of Cornelius and Antoinette Mulvaney of Ta' Xbiex, and JESSICA, daughter of Antonio and Charmaine Napoli of Sliema. Fr Tony Agius celebrated nuptial Mass. The ceremony was witnessed by Alexander Muscat Azzopardi and Emmanuel Meilak. The duties of best men were carried out by Adrian Sargent, Paul Zammit, Steve Falzon and David Ciliberti. The bride was attended by Denise Cassar, Sarah Calleja, Erika Mintoff, Christine Mercieca and Chantel Xuereb Mulvaney. Jaime Lee and Samantha Jo Xuereb Mulvaney were flower-girls and Timothy Xuereb Mulvaney was pageboy. A reception was later held at Villa Mdina, Naxxar.

Obituary

MICALLEF. On November 23, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, LILY, née Parnis, of Sliema, aged 76, passed peacefully away. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Joe, her children Raymond and his wife Kate, Rita and her husband Andre, Miriam and her husband Publius, and Martin, brothers and sisters, nephews and nieces, other relatives, neighbours and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence tomorrow at 2 p.m. for St Gregory's parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment at Luqa cemetry. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated.

VALENTE. On November 28, at Mater Dei Hospital, Fr RENATO (OC), aged 78, of the Confraternity of the Carmelite Order, passed peacefully away after a short illness comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his brothers Italo and his wife Linda, of Leicester, UK, and Val and his wife Cettina, his nephews and nieces Renato, Valerie and Tony, Mario and Josianne, and Marco, of Leicester, UK, his great-nephew Jean Marc and his great-niece Elisa, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 9.30 a.m. for the Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Valletta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 10 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

VELLA. On November 28, the Lord called to His home MANDY, 41, at Brompton Hospital, London. She leaves to mourn her loss her 12-year-old son Simon, her father Alfred and her mother Sonya, her sister Lara, her uncle Mgr Charles Vella, her aunts and uncle Mary Zammit, Lydia and Cecil Blake, her cousins Anna Zammit, Mark Zammit, Dorothy Galea Debono, Audrey Xuereb and James Blake, their families, and her friends, especially Catherine. The arrangements for the funeral in London will be announced later.

In Memoriam

AGIUS - Dr EMANUEL AGIUS, MD, Microbiologist. Fondly remembered by his sister Gemma Thompson, Tony and May. Of your charity kindly think of him in your prayers. May he rest in the peace of the Lord.

ASPHAR. In loving memory of Sr EVELINA on the first anniversary of her passing away. Her family.

BAJADA. Treasured memories of VIOLETTA, née Zammit, a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, on the sixth anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by all her family.

BORG - SANDRA. In memory of a much loved wife and mother on the anniversary of her death. Never far from our thoughts. Tony and Erika.

BORG - SANDRA. Remembering a dear daughter and sister-in-law on the 13th anniversary of her demise. Years pass but memories never fade. Maggie and Carm, Christine and Joseph, Suzanne and Tonio. A prayer is solicited.

BORG-CARDONA - EVELYN. Loving memories of our dearest mother on the 10th anniversary of her death. Always in our hearts and prayers. Victoria, Albert, Edward, Joanne, Simone, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

CALLEJA - JULIAN. In ever loving memory of our dear Julian, a most beloved husband, devoted father and loving grandfather, today the seventh anniversary of his passing away to eternal life. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife Imelda, his children Arnold, Rupert and Lorraine, Edelweiss and Peter Ferry and his grandchildren Ryan, Bianca, Nicholas, Kimberley, Kieran and Nigel. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CAMILLERI. In ever loving memory of our dear brother JOE on the 39th anniversary of his demise. Forever in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Mary Rose, Margaret and Elizabeth.

CAMILLERI. In loving memory of RINALDO (Leonard), a dear father and grandfather, on the first anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his children Mario, Monica, Patrick and Alida and their respective spouses, and by his grandchildren Nadia, Lara, Luke, Alison, Claire and André. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FARRUGIA SACCO. Treasured and unfading memories of our beloved SUSAN, a much loved wife, mother and grandmother, on the fourth anniversary of her going to live in the glory of God. May she always rest in the love of the Divine Lord. Almighty God give her eternal peace she deserves so much. Her ever loving husband Lino, her devoted sons David and his wife Carmen, Steven and Albertine, and her grandchildren Martina, Suzanne, and Alec. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated today at 6 p.m. at St John of the Cross parish church, Ta' Xbiex.

FARRUGIA SACCO. Precious and treasured memories of my beloved daughter SUSAN on the fourth anniversary of her going to live with her most loved Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary. No length of time can ever dim your precious memory. The love and laughter, the joy in the togetherness we shared have been a precious gift of love in my life. Cling to the happy memories and let them find their way to heal my broken heart. May God keep you in the palm of His hand. Your ever sorrowful mother, Connie.

GERMAN - Dr LINO GERMAN. Four years gone, November 30. Still much missed by his wife Maureen, Ingrid in Australia, Karl and Nadya. Please pray for him.

STRICKLAND - The Hon. MABEL STRICKLAND. On the 21st anniversary of her death. Lovingly remembered by her great nephews Robert and Henry and all the other members of her family. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

STRICKLAND - The Hon. MABEL STRICKLAND. On the 21st anniversary of her demise. Never forgotten by the directors, editors and staff of Allied Newspapers Limited and Progress Press Co. Ltd.

STRICKLAND - The Hon. MABEL STRICKLAND. On the 21st anniversary of her death. Lovingly remembered by The Trustees of the Strickland Foundation.

WOODS - THOMAS. Cherished and unfading memories of our dearest father on the 34th anniversary of his passing away. Forever in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. His sons, daughters, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Personal

Albert, please meet me at The Mint, Sliema. Love from Victoria, phone 7976 6042.

Sidonia Enterprises Ltd

Christmas shutdown. Last trading day Friday, December 18. Re-open, Monday, January 4.

To whom it may concern

Jill and Stephen Kidd would like to organise a reunion for their former dancing students and friends on December 22. Kindly confirm your attendance by December 15.

Free talk

Free public talk and discussion on Rosicrucian Philosophy. 'From Bethlehem to Golgotha', Sunday, December 6, at the Osborne Hotel, South Street, Valletta. www.goldenrosycross.org.mt for more details.

Old Aloysians Association

Calling former pupils of St Aloysius College to come together for the annual general meeting to be held at the college on December 8. Starting at 9.30 a.m. with Mass at the inner chapel, former pupil members of the clergy are most welcome to concelebrate, followed by AGM and lunch at the college gym cafeteria. For bookings call Stephen Gatt on 9949 3249, Joe Brincat on 9982 2218, or Anton Borg Olivier on 7959 2181.