Announcements

BORG. On February 15, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Helga née Schembri and Christopher, God’s precious gift of a daughter, a most welcome sister to Gianluca. Thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Carmen Scerri. Special thanks to all the staff at the hospital.

CAUCHI. On March 1, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Joanne née Farrugia and Robert, God’s precious gift of a son – ROBERT PAUL, a most welcome brother to Francesca. Thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Carmen Scerri. Special thanks to all the staff at the hospital.

OMETTO. To Stephanie Vella and Piero Ometto of Camisano, Vicenza, God’s wonderful gift of a daughter – VIOLA, a welcome sister to Giorgio, on March 14, 2011. Deo gratias et Mariae.

SCHEMBRI. On March 12, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Nathalie née Aquilina and Philip, God’s precious gift of a son – MATTHEW, a most welcome brother to Robert. Special thanks to all the hospital maternity staff.

VELLA. On March 14, at St James Hospital, Żabbar, to Nadia née Borg and Luke, God’s precious gift of a daughter - MICHAELA, a most awaited sister to Martina and Nicola. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Anna Croucher.

ZAHRA. On March 5, at St James Hospital, Żabbar, to Maria née Farrugia and Bernard, God’s precious gift of a son - MATTHEW, a mostly awaited brother to Euan. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Anna Croucher.

ZAMMIT. On March 12, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Rebecca née Sansone and Steve, God’s precious gift of a daughter – SOPHIE, a most welcome sister to Thomas. A big thank you to the midwife, Mrs Alexia Sciberras, and all the staff on duty.

Marriages

Dr ANDRÉ BUTTIGIEG, LL.D. and Ms ANNALISE GAUCI BORDA, MA, BA (Hons.), LLCM

The marriage took place on March 12, at St Aloysius College church, Birkirkara, between ANDRÉ, son of Mr and Mrs Anthony Buttigieg of Tal-Ibraġ, and ANNALISE, daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward Gauci Borda of St Venera. Fr John Scicluna, SJ, assisted by Fr Charles Delia, SJ, officiated at the ceremony. Ms Stefania Buttigieg and Mr Kevin Galea were witnesses. Mr Godwin Sant was best man. The bride was attended by Ms Christine Cassar, Ms Simone Inguanez and Dr Erica Cini. Mr Ainsley Cassar and Architect Alexis Inguanez acted as ushers. A reception was afterwards held at Villa Arrigo, Naxxar. The couple are spending their honeymoon in France.

Obituary

DEBONO. On March 19, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOSEPH (Il-Kaptan), aged 83, of Valletta, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss Ċettina, widow of his brother Salvu, his nephews and nieces Maria, Joseph, Louis, Frans, John, Maria and Nancy, their spouses and children, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday at 7.30 a.m. for St Dominic church, Valletta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 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.

DREW. On March 18, at her residence in St Julian’s, JULIANA, aged 86, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Stanley John, her children Ann and her husband John Chetcuti and Pauline and her husband Paul Busuttil, her grandchildren Mark and his girlfriend Melanie, Brian and his girlfriend Annalise, Richard and William and his girlfriend Lisa, her great-grandson Jack, her sister Stella Agius, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Our Lady of Mount Carmel church,Balluta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m. followed by interment at Qrendi cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Fatima House, Sliema, will be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

GRIMA. On March 17, MICHELINA of Iklin, aged 83, passed peacefully away at Mater Dei Hospital, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Raymond, Marthese and Rita, their respective spouses, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces,relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 2 p.m. for Lija parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

NAUDI. On March 15, ELIZABETH (Bessie), née Farrugia, of Sliema, aged 92, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her irreparable loss her dearly beloved husband Emanuel, her children Henry and his wife Margaret, née Griffiths, Muriel and her husband David Poole, Angela and her husband Victor Pace, Alfred and his wife Antoinette née Leone Ganado, Joseph, Robert and his wife Tania née Spiteri, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her brothers and sisters and their spouses, in-laws, her nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 9 a.m. for Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

ULLO. On March 18, MARY, passed suddenly away comforted by the rites of Holy Mother Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her sisters Josephine and Elizabeth, her beloved niece and nephew Sharon Smithson and Karl Zammit German and their families, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.15 a.m. for St Gregory parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.45 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Renal Unit, Mater Dei Hospital, will be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

Requiem Masses

March 22 being the trigesima die of the death of JOSEPH BONAVIA, Masses for the repose of his soul will be said at 6.30 p.m. at St Mary’s parish church, Attard and on March 27 at 8 a.m. at Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema. The attendance of relatives and friends would be appreciated.

On the occasion of the sixth anniversary of the passing away of Fr JOSEPH M. GALDES, SJ, the 9.30 a.m. Mass in English at the church of St Aloysius’ College, Birkirkara on Sunday, March 27, 2011, will be offered in thanksgiving for his life. The attendance of relatives and friends will be greatly appreciated.

In Memoriam

BORG – VICTOR. On the 14th anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

DIACONO. Treasured memories of Maestro FRANCESCO DIACONO, today the 11th anniversary of his death. Stella and George, Maria, Manolis, Frankie and their families. May he rest in peace.

ENGERER – GRACE, née Felice. Remembering a beloved mother and nanna, today the 14th anniversary of her passing to eternal life. Always in our thoughts and prayers, her family.

GERADA. Cherished memories of our precious, only daughter KAREN who went to meet the Risen Lord on March 23, 2004. May the Good Lord grant us the grace to cherish you forever in heaven. Mum and dad.

LANFRANCO – JOSEPH A. In loving memory of papà on the 56th anniversary of his demise. Guido and Salvina and family.

TONNA – MARY ROSE, née Medati. On the 23rd anniversary of her demise. In memory of a loving mother and wife who was called to serve the Lord in heaven at a young age and when she had just started a family. Fondly remembered by her husband Anthony, her son Benjamin, family and friends. A prayer is solicited.

VELLA – GODFREY. Treasured memories of a beloved husband and father on the 13th anniversary of his death. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by Lucienne and Marylene. Today’s 11.30 a.m. Mass at Mater Boni Consigli church, Paceville, will be offered for the repose of his soul.

VELLA – GODFREY. In loving memory of a dear brother, today the 13th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his brother and sisters, in-laws and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Blood donation

The mobile blood donation unit will be available next to the pastoral centre in Ninu Cremona Square, Iklin, today from 8.30 a.m. till 1.30 p.m. If you feel healthy, bring your ID card and donate blood.