BORG. On May 30, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Annelise née Chircop and Konrad, God’s precious gift of a son – MATTHEW, a most welcome brother to Julia. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to the dedicated staff at Obstetrics Ward 3.
MOLLICONE. On June 7, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Francesca Gatt and Pierluigi, God’s precious gift of a first-born daughter – ELISA. Deo gratias et Mariae.
NAUDI. On June 6, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Natalie née Armeni and Gilbert, God’s precious gift of a first-born daughter – MARIA ELENA. Special thanks to midwife Carina Debattista and all the staff at the hospital who assisted her.
VELLA. On May 31, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Stefania Loredana née Paun and Roderick, God’s precious gift of a daughter – SELENA. Thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the staff at the hospital.
VELLA. On June 3, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Annabel née Borg and Kevin, God’s precious gift of a daughter – KRYSTA, a welcome sister to Jake. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to midwife Nathalie Craus and to the staff at Obs 3.
Obituary
BONELLO. On June 10, JOAN, aged 90, widow of Godfrey, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughter Stephanie and her husband George Fenton, her son John and his wife Karin, her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her brothers and sisters and their spouses and her in-laws, the rest of the family and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for St Julian’s parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.15 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
BRADLEY. On June 1, at Mater Dei Hospital, DENNIS, has now joined his beloved Anne. He will be much missed by his children Sara and Antony, granddaughter Lara, extended family and friends, both in the UK and here in Malta. The funeral will be held on Tuesday at 2.30 p.m. at Naxxar cemetery. No flowers please, but a donation to Hospice Malta, Balzan, who took great care of both Anne and Dennis, would be much appreciated.
DEBONO – THOMAS. On June 10, aged 63, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Anna, his son Johann, his sisters-in-law, Irene, widow of Maurice, Pat, widow of Stephen, his brothers, Reginald and his wife Apollonia, Malcolm and his wife Margaret, Daniel and his partner Angie, his sisters, Rose and her husband Domenic Pool, Antoinette and her husband John Attard Kingswell, his mother-in-law Gemma Azzopardi, his sister-in-law, Sr Rosita of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Apparition, his brothers-in-law, Fr Cecil, SJ, Ray and his wife Anna, Joseph and his wife Miriam, Frank and his wife Anne, Bernard and his wife Rita, his nephews, nieces, relatives and numerous friends. Mass will be celebrated today at 2 p.m. at Marsascala parish church. Lord, grant him eternal rest, together with his parents Jane and Jimmy and his brothers, Maurice and Stephen.
FORMOSA. On June 11, RACHEL, aged 84, widow of Michael, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her son Victor and his wife Mary, Lina and her husband Alfred Calleja, Natalino and his wife Evelyn, Miriam and her husband Tony Porter residing in Canada, Amelia and her husband Pierre Camilleri, Imelda and her husband John Balzan and Sonya and her husband George Xerri, her sisters Gina, widow of George, residing in Canada, Gemma and her husband Vincent, her brothers Abel, widower of Alice, and Ismael, widower of Nina, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Malta and Canada, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent De Paul hospital tomorrow at 7.45 a.m. for St Sebastian parish church, Qormi, 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 her eternal rest. The family would like to thank the nursing and caring staff at Madre Teresa Ward 2 for their untiring care and support.
GATT. On June 10, at Mater Dei Hospital, MARIO ANTHONY (ex. assistant director, Customs Department), aged 71, after a long illness borne with Christian fortitude, passed peacefully away surrounded by his loving family and comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Marie née Spiteri Ganado, his children Adrian, Peter and Nadia, Maureen and Michael Gavre, his beloved grandchildren Adrian Scott, Gabriel Alex, Matt and Tara, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 7.45 a.m. for St Gregory 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 Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, or Puttinu Cares will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Special thanks to all the staff at MITU, Mater Dei.
GRECH. On June 10, LESLIE, aged 88, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Mafine, his children Dorothy and her husband Malachy, David and his wife Victoria, and Christopher, his grandchildren Nichola, Francesca, Camilla, Philip, Jeremy and Maria Elena, his late brother’s widow Amiti, his nieces Joyoti and Gitali and their husbands and children, his sister-in-law Lora and her husband Ċensu Depasquale, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Santa Maria Assunta parish church, Mosta, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GRIMA. On June 12, at Mount Carmel Hospital CARMELO, of Balzan, residing in Ħamrun, passed peacefully away at the age of 61 surrounded by his loving family and comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Judith, his daughter Marica and her husband Kevin, his granddaughter Annice, his siblings Anna, Christie, Sr Victoria of the order of the Good Shepherd, Doris, Lina, Carmen, widow of his brother Paul, Mary, widow of his brother Joseph and their families, in-laws and their families, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mount Carmel Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Annunciation parish church, Balzan, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m. followed by interment at Balzan cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord grant him eternal rest.
REGINIANO. On June 9, VICTOR, aged 82, passed peacefully away. He leaves to mourn his loss his wifeChristine, his beloved daughter Debbie, his sister Luly, his brother Joseph and his wife Teresa, together with nephews and nieces. The funeral will take place tomorrow at 10.15 a.m. at the Jewish cemetery, Marsa. Lord grant him eternal rest.
In Memoriam
CASSAR TORREGGIANI – ANTONIO. In enduring remembrance of a very fine father, grandfather, and great-grandfather on his 52nd anniversary. Mass at Balzan parish church on Tuesday at 6.30 p.m. will be offered for the repose of his soul. May he rest eternally in the grace, light, peace, and love of the Holy Trinity.
FARRUGIA. In loving memory of CHARLES, a beloved father and brother, on the 45th anniversary of his death. Never forgotten by his sister Maria. May he rest in peace.
GATT – MARY. In loving memory, on her seventh anniversary on being called by the Lord for a better life. Her children Antoine, Monica, Ray and their respective families.
GAUCI – AMADEO. In loving memory of our dear father on the 52nd anniversary of his demise. Mary, Josephine and Corinne. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
O’FLAHERTY. Unfading and enshrined memories of CARMELINA, a reliable companion, a supporting friend and a beloved wife, on the eighth anniversary of her meeting the Risen Christ, Our Lord. Charles.
VELLA. Loving memories of PAUL (Veller) on the 10th anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed by his wife Lycia, Tanya, Etienne and Andrè and family.
Blood donation
The mobile blood donation unit will be available in front of San Ġwann parish church today from 8.30 a.m. till 1 p.m. If you feel healthy bring your ID card and donate blood.