AZZOPARDI GAUCI-MAISTRE. On August 31, at Mater Dei ­Hospital, to Greta née Gauci-Maistre and Daniel Azzopardi, God’s precious gift of a son – JEAN. Praise be to God. Many thanks to all the dedicated staff at the hospital.

BONNICI PERESSO. On August 7, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Chiara Peresso and Frank Bonnici, God’s precious gift of a son – JUDE, a most welcome brother to Ella, Sacha, Phoebe and Tara. Special thanks to all the dedicated staff at the hospital.

BUSUTTIL. On September 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Dorothy née Vassallo and Gilbert, God’s precious gift of a son – LUIGI MICHELE, a most welcome brother to Francesca Sofia. Special thanks to all the maternity staff.

CAMILLERI. On September 4, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Margerida née Reis and Mark – EMILY ­VICTORIA. Thanks to all the staff at the delivery suite and Obstetrics Ward 1, especially Stefanie Borg Fernando and Alexia Sciberras. Also thanks to Peter Grech.

PORTELLI. On August 12, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Vanessa née Mamo and Mark, God’s precious gift of a son – TIMOTHY, a most welcome brother to Benji. Special thanks to the obstetrician, the paediatrician and all the staff at the hospital for their dedication and support.

Obituary

ELLUL. On September 9, at Mater Dei Hospital, MARY, née Fenech, aged 65, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Tony, her mother Rosina, her sisters Jane and her husband Alfred Cassar, Carmen and her husband Mario Cassar, Victoria and her husband Tarcisio Xuereb, Adele and her husband Stephen Muscat, Martha, her brothers Joe and his wife Juliana and David and his wife Doreen, nephews and nieces, grand-nephews and grand-nieces, brothers and sisters-in-law and their families, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 1.30 p.m. for Mosta parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m., followed by interment at Mosta cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the monastery of St Skolastika, Vittoriosa, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

In Memoriam

ARRIGO – WANDA. In everloving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, the sixth anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. ­Christine and Victor, Jackie and Hugh, Nicola, Pippa, Theresa, Louisa, David and Benjamin.

BALDACCHINO – JOE. Today the ninth anniversary of the passing away of a beloved husband, father and grandfather. So sadly missed by his wife Marlene, family and friends. Kindly remember him in your prayers. Lord, grant him ­eternal rest.

BEZZINA. In everlasting memory of WALTER, a beloved father and grandfather, today the 18th anniversary of his passing on to eternal life. Lovingly remembered by all the family and always in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BUSUTTIL. Fondest memories of our dear mother MARIA ­CONCETTA on the 25th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Jane and Frans and Mary Ann and Joseph, her grandchildren Rayan and Matthew Ben. A prayer is solicited.

DINGLI – CATHERINE. In loving memory of dear auntie Kittie on the first anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered in our thoughts and prayers. Marguerite and David Fuller, and family.

DINGLI. In everloving memory of CATHERINE (Kitty), née Mallia, on the first anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Lucy and her nephews and nieces in Malta and Australia. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

FALZON SANTUCCI. Treasured and everlasting memories of our beloved parents CARLO and LUIGIA on their anniversary. Always lovingly remembered, Albert, Lucia and grandchildren. A prayer is solicited.

GALEA – COSTANTINO. Cherished memories of a very dear father on the 14th anniversary of his demise. So sadly missed by his children Perry, Sr Maria Dolores, David, Joe, his son-in-law ­Gaetano, widower of Rose Marie and their families. Always in our thoughts and prayers. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said tomorrow at 6.30 p.m. at St Helen’s Basilica, Birkirkara. Lord, grant him eternal peace.

GALEA – BLANCHE. On the 10th anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her daughters Mercedes, Odette, Lidia, Sandra and their families. Always in our thoughts and prayers.

HILI – JOSEPH. In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, today the first anniversary of his demise. Remembered with love and gratitude by his wife Rose, his children and their families. Today’s 11 a.m. Mass at Tal-Ibraġ parish church will be offered for the repose of his soul.

MICALLEF – CARMEN, née Sapiano (ex-Cana Movement counsellor). On the second anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her husband John, her daughter Vanna Wadge, her sons Mario, Joseph and Vincent and their respective families. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Please remember her in your prayers.

MIFSUD. In loving memory of a beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, MICHAEL, on the second anniversary of his demise. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord grant him eternal rest. Maryse and Brian, Elaine and Colin, Philippa and Gregory.

PORTANIER – Dr JOHN, MD. In everloving memory of a dear father and grandfather, today the ninth anniversary of his death. Always remembered with love and gratitude. Madeleine, Christopher and Eleana.

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