DEBONO. On December 14, at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, HELEN, of San Ġwann, aged 64 years, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her brothers and sisters, Rose and her husband Emmanuel Borg, Maria, widow of Tony Schembri, residing in Australia, Joseph and his wife Cynthia, Sr Palmira of the Franciscan Sisters of the Heart of Jesus and Costantino, member of MUSEUM Society, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Sir Paul Boffa Hospital tomorrow at 1.30 p.m. for San Ġwann parish church, where Mass preasente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m. followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
NAUDI. On December 13, at his home in Sliema, ALFRED (Effie), aged 89, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Rita, née Farrugia, his children Philip, James, and Marty and her husband Philip, his grandchildren Alessandra and Maria, his sister Lina Pisani, his in-laws, Mary, widow of Joseph, Sr Stefanina Farrugia, Stella, widow of George Farrugia, Frankie Farrugia and his wife Vivie, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves his residence today at 9.15 a.m. for Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 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, will be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PISCOPO. On December 14, at Mater Dei Hospital, Dr DANIEL, ex-Minister, of Cospicua and residing at Marsascala, aged 90 years, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss, his wife Mary, his children Peter, Ivan, Vince and his wife Michelle, his grandchildren Analise and her husband Felician, Diane and her husband Carlos, Luke, Jaden and Kaya, his great-grandchildren Emma and Tristan, his brothers and sisters, in-laws and their respective spouses and families, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m., for Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception collegiate church in Cospicua, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar Nazareth, Żejtun and St Joseph Institute, Żabbar will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
SCHEMBRI. On December 13, at her residence, MARY, née Borg, of San Ġwann, widow of Vincent, aged 79, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Bianca, Mariella, Lucienne, Tonio and his Joanne and Sandro and his wife Ann, her grandchildren Jan, Zöe, Sacha and Tara, her brothers and sisters, Josephine, widow of Frans Borg, Victor and his wife Lina of Australia, Mary, widow of Bertie Borg, of Australia, Bianca and her husband Charles Mock, Nellie and her husband Paul Borg, of Australia, John and his wife Josephine, Margaret and her husband Joe Montesin, Joe and his wife Helen and Louis and his wife Helen, in-laws, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 1.30 p.m. for St Gregory's parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m., followed by interment in the family chapel at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Mission Fund, Mosta, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
THOMSON. On December 13, at Mater Dei Hospital, ROBERT of Swieqi, aged 81, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Grace, née Brown, his children Julie and her husband Charlie McFee, step-father of James and Maja Brown, Sue Zammit Cutajar, his grandchildren Danny and Emma, Rachel and Steve, in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital, tomorrow at 2 p.m. for Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel where Mass praesente cadavere will be said, followed by interment. No flowers by request. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
XUEREB. On December 14, at Mater Dei Hospital, CARMEN, née Baldacchino, of Birkirkara, aged 84, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her step-children Emanuel and his wife Marisa and Adam and Cheyenne, her nephews and nieces, Emanuel and Mary Baldacchino, Louisa and Dr Ray Xerri, Joanne Hartz and Caroline Farrugia, her sisters-in-law Rita and Frances and their families, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Għaxaq parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
In memoriam
ATTARD- In treasured memory of my beloved aunt MARIA, (ex-head teacher), of Balzan, who passed away 44 years ago today. Forever loved. Nancy Coleiro and family.
BONNICI - ANTIDA. Fondly remembered, today the third anniversary of her demise, by her husband Anthony, children, grandchildren and in-laws. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
BUGEJA - MARIA DOLORES (Doris). Today the eighth anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her children, grandchildren, relatives, in-laws and friends.
CALIGARI - AGNES, née Mifsud. Cherished and unfading memories of our dearest mother, today the fourth anniversary of her demise. Her children Miriam, Dorothy, Charles, Rita, Paul and family.
CAUCHI - RITA is remembered with love on the 26th anniversary of her death, a beloved mother and grandmother. Sadly missed by George, Madeleine, Jason and Marcus Cauchi. Lord, grant her peace.
De MARTINO - In loving memory of Dr JOE De MARTINO, MD, DIH, DMSA, DPH, today the 44th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Josephine and his children Kenneth and Sandra.
FLERI SOLER - CHARLES. In loving memory, on the 27th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his family.
GRIMA - ALFRED. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, today being the third anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed by his wife Victoria, his children Angelo and Alessandra and grandchildren Bernard and Corinne. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.
LUCIA - PAULINE. Treasured memories of a dear mother and grandmother, especially today the 11th anniversary of her demise. Deeply missed by her family.
SAID - MARY, née Galea. In loving memory of our dear mother on the 10th anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly remembered by her children Bunty, Simon, Ian and Gillian, their spouses and her grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
WETZ - ADOLPH and INEZ. In loving memory of our dear parents on their 15th and 10th anniversary. Fondly remembered by their children Stephanie, Karin, Anthony and Anna.
ZAMMIT - CAROL. Yesterday was your 16th anniversary and so many years have passed, but always in my thoughts. Steffie.
Sidonia Enterprises Ltd.
Christmas shutdown. Last trading day Friday, December 18, 2009, re-open, Monday, January 4, 2010.
Power cuts
There will be power cuts today as follows:
From 8 a.m. to noon. in Il-Ferrovija Street and part of Il-Mosta Street, Attard.
From 8.30 a.m. to 2.30 a.m. in Xatt il-Palm and Ridott streets and the environs in Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq.
From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Ramla street, part of Santa Marija street, Jelli alley, Ta' Wied Kieli and Tal-Ħammud areas and the environs, in Magħtab.
Philately meeting
The BOV Valletta Fund Management Philately Club will hold a meeting at the Fatima Sanctuary Convent, Guardamangia, near the parish priest's office, today at 6 p.m. Stamp collectors are invited. For enquiries call 7931 5509.