Announcements

ALAMANGO. On August 23, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Rose née Grech and Kevin, God’s precious gift of a first-born daughter – CLAIRE. Special thanks to midwife Vincienne Brockdorff and all the hospital staff at the delivery suite and Obs 3.

CARUANA. On July 14, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Olivia née Galea Seychell and Joseph, God’s precious gift of a son – BEPPE. Special thanks to all the staff at the maternity wards.

DE GIOVANNI. On September 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Oriella née Fabri and Daniel, God’s precious gift of an adorable first-born daughter – MATTEA. Deo gratias et Mariæ. Heartfelt thanks to our gynaecologist, midwife Jahel Azzopardi and all the staff at Obstetrics 1 for their dedication and support.

Golden Wedding

Mr ALFRED XERXEN and PETRINA née CARUANA

The marriage ceremony took place on September 8, 1961, at St Joseph parish church, Msida. All our love and congratulations from your children, grandchildren, family and friends. May God bless you both.

In Memoriam

BERNARD – JOY, née Micallef Eynaud. Cherished and loving memories always and especially today the second anniversary of her demise. Her children, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. “To live in hearts one leaves behind is not to die.” Mass at St Patrick’s, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of her soul. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

BEZZINA. In everlasting memory of WALTER, a dear father and grandfather, on the 19th anniversary of his passing away to eternal life. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Marie and Leo, Isabella and Albert, Godfrey and Louise, Alexander and Elizabeth, Denis and Doris and his loving grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CACHIA – Fr PATRICK. Unforgettable and treasured memories of a very dear uncle specially remembered on his ninth anniversary and sadly missed. Mikela, David, Rachel and Thomas.

CACHIA. Loving and unfading memories of Fr PATRICK, today being the ninth anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Marie-Louise, Karl and Daniela, Steve, Kurt and Clarissa, Mikela and David.

CAMILLERI. In loving memory of PAUL, ex-Chief Petty Officer, Royal Navy, on the 11th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his children Mary, Jessie, Frank and Ronnie, in-laws, grandchildren, great-grand-children, relatives and friends.

CASSAR. In loving memory of our dear brother JOHN (Big John), son of the late Yvonne and Godfrey, on the first anniversary of his demise. Mass for the repose of his soul will be said on September 18 at 9.45 a.m. at Tal-Ibraġ church. Never forgotten by all his brothers, sisters and their families, friends and bikers. Loved ones never go away for in our hearts they will always stay. Jesus, Mary, Joseph save souls.

D’AGATA. In loving memory of my beloved mother CARMELA on the 41st anniversary of her demise. Franco.

FORMOSA – CAROL. In loving memory of our dear mother, today being the fifth anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Sarah and Ruth.

GAUCI. In loving memory of MARY ELIZABETH, née Young, on the second anniversary of her demise. Never forgotten by her brother Godwin Young and his wife Vicky, her sister Antoinette Grech and her husband George, their families, relatives and friends. We love you forever, dear sis.

HILI – JOSEPH. In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, tomorrow being the second anniversary of his demise. Remembered with love and gratitude by his wife Rose, his children and their families. Tomorrow’s 6.30 p.m. Mass at Tal-Ibraġ parish church will be offered for the repose of his soul.

MIFSUD – REMÒ. Remembered with love on the second anniversary of his death. Roberta and family.

MILLER – EDWARD. Cherished memories of a beloved father and adored grandfather, especially today, the 22nd anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Ray and Simone, Gerald, Sarah and Kate.

MINTOFF. Fondest memories of our dear father PAUL on the 40th anniversary of his demise. Never forgotten by Frances, Victor, Mario, Mariuccia and their families.

MOHNANI – PARPATI. Treasured and unfading memories of a beloved mother and grandmother, today the 18th anniversary of her demise. Sadly missed and never forgotten by her sons, daughters, in-laws and grandchildren. Kindly remember her in your prayers.

WOODFIELD – MARY, née Vella. In loving memory, on the fifth anniversary of her passing away to eternal life. Always remembered by her husband Ron, relatives and friends. A prayer is solicited.

ZAMMIT – ANTOINETTE, née Quintano. Treasured memories of a loving mother and grandmother, tomorrow the second anniversary of her demise. Always in our prayers, her children Joe, Elizabeth, Tony, Victor, Norman, Sandra and their families. Tomorrow’s 6.30 p.m. Mass at Tal-Ibraġ parish church will be offered for the repose of her soul and that of our dear late father Edgar.

Personal

In thanksgiving to the most Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary for graces received. N.N., Gudja.

Blood donation

The mobile blood donation unit will be available today in front of the clock tower in Mtarfa, from 8.30 a.m. till 1 p.m. If you feel healthy get your ID card and donate blood.