Announcements

BORG. On September 25, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Emma née Borg and Mark, God’s precious gift of a daughter – KRISTINA MARIA, a very welcome sister to Raphael. Praise be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to all the maternity staff.

BOWMAN. On September 13, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Corinne née Briffa and Kenneth, God’s precious gift of a daughter – MATTEA, a most welcome sister to Christina. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to midwife Josefa Micallef and all the staff of the maternity unit.

FARRUGIA. On September 9, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Elainia née Pace and Patrick, God’s most precious gift of a son – BENJAMIN, a most welcome brother to Thomas and Gabriel. Deo Gratias et Mariae. Sincere thanks to the obstetrician and all the wonderful staff at Obstetrics Ward 3. Special thanks to our family for all your love and support.

FARRUGIA VELLA. On September 22, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Denise née Camilleri and Clyde, God’s precious gift of a son – ALEC, a most welcome brother to Amy, Nathan and Josef. Thanks to the gynaecologist, midwife Carmen Scerri and all the staff at the hospital.

MIFSUD. On September 14, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Mariella née Spiteri and James, God’s precious gift of a son – ADONIS, a most welcome brother to Zenaida. Thanks to the obstetrician, the paediatrician and midwife Carmen Scerri. Thanks to all the staff at the hospital.

SAID. On August 3, at the Barkantine Clinic, London, to Sandra née Busuttil and Peter, God’s precious gift of a son – ZACH, a most welcome brother to Michael.

SHAW. On September 18, to Alison née Camilleri and Trevor. God’s precious gift of a daughter. SCARLETT CLEMENTINE, a most welcome sister to Conor and Lauren. Praise be to God.

SPITERI. On September 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Svetlana née Spiteri and Jason, God’s precious gift of a son – JAKE, a most welcome brother to Jasmine. Special thanks to midwife Josefa Micallef and all the staff.

YASSIN. On September 22, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Marum Mahmed and Jasim Hassin Eshwin, God’s precious gift of a son – YASSIN JASIM. Thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Carmen Scerri. Thanks to all the staff at the hospital.

Engagements

Dr JONATHAN MAMO, MD and Dr CHANTAL FENECH, MD
The engagement is announced bet­ween JONATHAN, eldest son of Carmen and Giovann Mamo of Qawra, and CHANTAL, only daughter of Anna and Ray Fenech of Pembroke. Fr Joe Inguanez blessed the rings.

Golden Wedding

Mr EDWIN VELLA and Miss PAULINE DE MARCO
The marriage took place on October 4, 1960, at St Joseph parish church, Msida. Fr Philip Mallia, OP, uncle of the bride, officiated. Love and best wishes from Howard and Diana, Cheryl and Mark, Conrad and Stephanie, and grandchildren Claudia, Samanda, and Cooper.

Diamond Wedding

CELESTINO and CARMENA DESIRA
The marriage took place on October 1, 1950, at the Oratory of St Catherine’s parish church, Żejtun. Congratulations and best wishes from their sons, daughters and their families.

Obituary

BLOMEYER. On September 27, BINDA (Robina Mary), aged 95, widow of Johann Jürgen Blomeyer, passed peacefully away. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Karin and Gerald, her grandchildren Lars, Liv and Fritz, and Alan Woode. She donated her body to the University of Malta.

In memoriam

BUHAGIAR – JOSEPH J. of Birkirkara, on the 24th anniversary of his death. Remembered with love, respect and gratitude, your wife Maria, children Joe, Rose-Marie, Isabelle, Noel, in-laws and your beloved grandchildren. Dear husband and father, please await us in heaven.

BUTTIGIEG. Treasured memories of our dear mother SERAPHINE and brother EDGAR on their fourth and 10th anniversary. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Fernande, George, Renè, Armando, Germaine and families.

CARUANA – MARY, née Scerri. On the first anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her daughters Marian Paris and Joan, her son Henry and his wife Rosanna, her in-law Louis Busuttil and their families.

DEBONO. In loving memory of our dearest mother MAY, née Soler, today being the 23rd anniversary of her demise. Always loved and never forgotten by her sons, daughters, in-laws and grandchildren. Merciful Jesus, grant her eternal rest.

LUNGARO-MIFSUD – SIMON. Tomorrow the second anniversary of his demise. Lovingly remembered by his wife Constance, his daughters Nathalie and James, Theresa and Lucien, his grandchildren Francesca and Andrew.

MALLIA. In loving memory of GEORGE, October 5 the first anniversary of his death. Remembered by his wife Marcelle, his children Simone, Angela and Robert and their families. A Mass in his memory will be celebrated on Friday, at 6.30 p.m. at St Gregory’s parish church, Sliema.

MANGION – CARMEL. Unfading memories of a beloved father and grandfather, today the 13th anniversary of his death. Deeply missed by his daughter Carmen, Mario, Jonathan and Vanessa.

MICALLEF – ROMEO, October 8, 1999, and MARY, née Doublesin, October 22, 1989. Treasured and unfading memories of dear parents and grandparents, this month being the 11th and 21st anniversary of their death. Greatly missed and fondly remembered by their daughter Joan and grandchildren Kenneth and his wife Mariella, née Busuttil, Liliana, wife of Ruben Overend, proud parents of Antonio. Eternal rest, grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.

MUSCAT. In loving memory of our dear mother MARIA, today being her 31st anniversary. Fondly remembered by her children John, Sebastian, Joe and Grace. Always in our hearts.

PELLEGRINI. In ever loving memory of Notary VINCENZO MARIA PELLEGRINI and of his wife JOSEPHINE. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Their daughter, sons, in-laws and grandchildren.

SCERRI – BERNARD (ex-HSBC and musician), on the eighth anniversary of his demise. Ever loved and remembered in prayer by family, relatives, friends and the local music fraternity. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

SCHEMBRI – EDWIN. In loving memory, on the first anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his children Godfrey and wife Pauline, Joe and wife Doris, Silvana and husband Anthony, his grandchildren and great-grandchild, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

VELLA. Treasured memories of GUIDO, today the 21st anniversary of his demise. His son John Vella Laurenti and daughter Monica Pace Gouder. Today’s 6.30 p.m. Mass at Balluta parish church will be said for his intention.

ZAMMIT TABONA. In loving memory of ANNE on the 20th anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts. Her sons, daughters-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Lost

€50 reward for silver Sony camera lost in Xlendi, on Monday. Has photos of baby. Phone John on 9946 9881.

Personal

The family of the late JOHN AQUILINA would like to thank all those who showed sympathy and support on the recent loss of a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Lord, grant him eternal rest.