Announcements

ANASTASI. On July 25, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Bianca née Hili and Daniel, God’s precious gift of a first-born daughter – AMY. Special thanks to all the wonderful staff at the hospital.

CAMILLERI. On August 14, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Lara née Pulis and Keith, God’s precious gift of a first-born daughter – EMILY. Special thanks go to the doctors and the dedicated staff at Obstetrics 3.

GALEA. George and Annabel would like to announce the safe arrival of MAXX TAEE on August 30, 2011. A precious first son for George, brother to Thomas and Elliott and 21st grandchild for Frank and Mary.

MICALLEF. On September 5, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Dorianne née Mifsud and Stefan, God’s precious gift of a son – NICHOLAS LEE, a most welcome brother to Luke Stefan. Thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the staff at the hospital.

SAID. On September 12, at City Hospital, Dubai, to Philippa née Darmanin and John, God’s most precious gift of a son – TIMOTHY, a most welcome brother to Emma.

SPITERI. On August 26, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Petra née Pace Bonici Mompalao and Michael, God’s precious gift of a son – MATTHIAS, a most welcome brother to Zak. Deo gratias et Mariæ. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the midwifery staff.

SPITERI. On September 5, at Queen Charlotte & Chelsea Hospital, London, to Janet née Randich and Adrian, God’s precious gift of an adorable daughter – MAYA VICTORIA. Thanks to the Almighty God and Our Blessed Virgin Mary.

Obituary

ASCIAK. On September 16, at Karin Grech Hospital, DOMINIC, of Valletta residing at Rabat, aged 84, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Carmen née Tonna, his children Denis and his wife Miriam, Kevin and his wife Doreen, Roderick and his wife Marika, Clive and his wife Stephanie, his grandchildren Lisa and Mark, Karl and Kirstie, Gareth and Hayley, Julian and Matthew, his wife’s brothers and sisters, their families, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Karin Grech Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for St Paul’s collegiate church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Margherita Cemetery, Rabat. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

ATTARD. On September 14, at Boffa Hospital, DENISE of Sliema, aged 61, left this world to meet the Lord to receive her just reward of eternal bliss. She leaves to mourn her great loss her mother Marie Louise, her sisters Marceline and her husband Chris Dandridge, Josette and her husband Paolo Morelli, Monique and her husband Alfred Gauci, Yvonne, widow of James Blair, Anette and her husband David Bonnici, her brothers, Godfrey and his wife Antoinette, and Michel, also her nephews and great nephews, nieces and great nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.15 a.m. for St Gregory’s parish church, Sliema, where Mass will be said at 8.45 a.m., followed by interment in the family chapel at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request, however donations to Hospice Malta, Balzan, would be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

AZZOPARDI. On September 17, at Mater Dei Hospital, MICHAEL (Mike), former Lieutenant 1st Battalion KOMR, of Rabat, living at Ta’ Xbiex, widower of his beloved Jean (née Axisa), aged 91, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He is deeply missed by his daughter Vicki and her husband Saviour Curmi, his son Alex and his wife Connie, his grandchildren Michael, Anthony and his wife Victoria, Janet and Rachel and John, his great-grandchildren Samantha and Nathan, his nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.45 a.m. for Ta’ Xbiex parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be greatly appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BUGEJA. On September 8, CHARLES of Floriana, residing in Canada, aged 80, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Mae, his daughter Bonnie and his grandson Bradley, his brothers Joe and his wife Candida, Manuel and his wife Annie, Alfred and his wife Theresa, his sisters Maria and her husband George Lewis, Doris and her husband Joe Stafrace, Pauline and her husband Joe Vassallo of USA, Crocy and her husband Lino Vella Clark, and Doris, widow of his brother Publius, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral was held in Canada. A memorial Mass will be said on September 21 at 6.30 p.m. at St Publius parish church, Floriana. Donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, are appreciated.

CRISTINA. In loving memory of FREDDIE, formerly of Ħamrun, residing in England, who went to meet the Risen Lord on September 10, 2011, aged 73. Loved and remembered by his beloved and devoted wife Valerie and son Mitchell, his brothers, sisters and their families, his in-laws and their families, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral will be held on September 28 in England. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

DARMANIN. On September 16, at Mater Dei Hospital, LAWRENCE, of Fgura, aged 76, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Giovanna, his children Pauline and her husband Steve Farrugia and Carol and her husband Ray Debono, his grandcildren Roberta, Stefania, Deborah, Thomas and Daniel, his brother and sisters, in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 7.45 a.m. for Fgura parish church, 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 the Hospice Movement will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FENECH. On September 16, at Mater Dei Hospital, JANE, aged 77, widow of her treasured husband Nonie, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church and surrounded by her family. She leaves to mourn her irreparable loss her beloved only daughter Carmen and her husband Franco Galea, her one and only adored grandson Luciano and his girlfriend Lydia Portelli, her niece Lydia Vassallo and her nephew Tonio Mizzi and their families, cousins, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow for St Dominic parish church, Valletta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. She has gone to join her beloved husband, her sister Esther and her niece Brigette, leaving a great void. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Special thanks go to the professor and his team and staff at Mater Dei Hospital’s Ward S1 for their dedication and care.

MERCIECA. On September 16, in Brazil, FR CARMEL MERCIECA, of Qormi, aged 74, (missionary in Brazil for the past 50 years), passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his brothers and sister Fr Paul (missionary in Brazil), Anthony and Saviour and his wife Mary Anne, and Sr Maria of St Catherine Monastery, Valletta, nephews and nieces other relatives and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

MUSCAT. On September 17, VINCENT, aged 68, passed peacefully away surrounded by his family and comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Vivienne née Decelis, his children Antoinette, John and his wife Tonella, Eleanor, his grandchildren Thomas, Daniel and Krista, his sister Mary and other relatives 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 celebrated at 9.15 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

ZAMMIT. On September 15, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOYCE of Rabat, aged 81, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Marcette and her husband Joe Vella, Norman and his wife Rita, Annina and her husband Kevin Smith, Joslyn and her husband Mario Zammit, John and his wife Ruth, her grandchildren, her sisters and brothers, Doris, widow of Aronne Borg, Paul Camilleri and his wife Lydia, Minnie and her husband Alfred Tonna, her in-laws, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 2.30 p.m. for St Dominic church, Rabat, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 3 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Margherita Cemetery, Rabat. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, would be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

In Memoriam

ATTARD. Treasured memories of JOSEPHINE, a devoted mother and grandmother, today the 16th anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Monica, Adrian and Anna, Rita and Edward, Alex and Sandra, and grandchildren.

BOFFA – LAWRENCE. Remembered, as always, with love and gratitude on the 19th anniversary of his death, 21.9.1992. George and Laura and family in Australia. Also family in Malta.

BONAVIA – PAUL. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, today the fourth anniversary of his demise. His wife Josephine and family.

BONAVIA – PAUL. Remembering with love a dear brother, today his fourth anniversary. Sadly missed and always close to Josephine, John and Carmen.

CALLEJA – RITA. Remembering a dear colleague and friend, especially today being the fifth anniversary of her demise. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Louis, Vikki and Bobby, Maria and Ian, their families, and staff at Contigen Ltd.

CASSAR. Treasured and unfading memories of our beloved son JOHN A. (Big John – singer and guitarist) who went to meet the Risen Lord a year ago today.

It broke our hearts to see you go
But you did not go alone
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home
Each night we shed a silent tear
As we speak to you in prayer
To let you know we love you
And just how much we care
So take our millions of teardrops
And wrap them up in love
Then ask the wind to carry them
To you in heaven up above.
Erika, Lara and George.

DEGUARA – ANTHONY. Treasured and cherished memories of a devoted husband and father, September 22 the second anniversary of his passing. Fondly and lovingly remembered by his wife Josephine and his two sons, Ian and his wife Roberta and Lennox and his girlfriend Cressida. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FARRUGIA – JOAN. In loving memory, on the third anniversary of her demise. Tonio, Claude and Isabelle, grandchildren and Sr Corinne.

VASSALLO – MARISA. Sadly missed, fondly remembered, today the third anniversary of her demise. Her husband Paul and children Robert and Therese. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

Blood donation

The mobile blood donation unit will be available today next to St Elena parish church in Birkirkara, from 8.30 a.m. till 1 p.m. If you feel healthy get your ID card and donate blood.