Announcements

CRAIG. On November 19, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Sharon and Alan, God’s precious gift of a daughter – LILY, a most welcome sister to Sophie. Deo gratias et Mariæ. Heartfelt thanks to the obstetrician and all the midwives and staff at Obstetrics 3.

GRECH. On November 29, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Catherine née Micallef and Chris, God’s precious gift of a son – KAYNE, a most welcome brother to Kyle. Deo gratias et Mariæ. Special thanks go to midwife Elizabeth Muscat.

MICELI DEMAJO. On December 7, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Sasha and Matthew, God’s precious gift of a first born son – SEBASTIAN. Heartfelt thanks to midwife Dorianne Mangion and all the staff at Mater Dei.

SOLER. On December 10, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Krysta née Busuttil and John, God’s precious gift of a daughter – MICHELLE, a most welcome sister to Matthew. Thanks be to The Divine Mercy and to The Immaculate Conception. Special thanks to midwife Carmen Scerri and staff for all their care and dedication.

Obituary

BUTTIGIEG. On December 17, at Mater Dei Hospital, MARIA, née Attard, of Valletta, widow of the late Paul Buttigieg, aged 85, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Joseph, France, Paul, Ġemma, Mario and Anthony, their respective wives and husband, grandchildren, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.45 p.m. for St Paul Shipwrecked church, Valletta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.15 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated. Lord grant her eternal rest.

DEBONO. On December 16, at Karin Grech Hospital, EDWARD, aged 88, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his sons Charles and his wife Carmen and Alfred, his daughters Rita and her husband Paul Mamo, and Anna and her husband Tonio Zammit, his grandchiuldren, his in-laws, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Karin Grech Hospital tomorrow at 9 a.m. for Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery.

ZAMMIT. On December 17, at Mater Dei Hospital, GEORGE, aged 82, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Lucia née Zammit, his children Rita, Franca, Antoine and his wife Annabelle, his grandchildren, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday at 8 a.m. for Our Lady of Good Counsel church, Paceville, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Lord grant him eternal rest. The family would like to thank the staff at Mater Dei ward M1 and Casa Leone.

In Memoriam

BIANCO. Treasured memories of Fr CARMELO BIANCO, a dear uncle, great-uncle and great-great-uncle who passed away 10 years ago. Fondly remembered and deeply missed by his niece Rita Catherine, her husband Dr Robert Mangion, their children and grandchild. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BORG – LETTY. On the 17th anniversary of her demise. A prayer is solicited. Fondly remembered by her family and friends.

COLEIRO – RITA and ESPEDITO, our parents, always in our thoughts and prayers. Also grandparents PASQUALE and MARY DEMAJO. Mary Rose, Joe and Antoinette.

DEGIORGIO – MAURICE. Fond and cherished memories of a dear and beloved husband, father and grandfather on the ninth anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Sadly missed but never forgotten by his wife Marlene, children Daniela, Vanessa and Ryan and grandchild Jeremiah, relatives and friends. A prayer is solicited.

ELLUL SULLIVAN – VIRGINIA. Loving and unfading memories of our dearest mother, today the 61st anniversary of her death.

You lived your life
For those you loved
And those you loved remember.
Her sons and daughters.

FABRI – ĊENSU, of Sliema. Remembered with love on the 54th anniversary of his death. His sons John, Joe, Vincent and daughters Maggie, Mary, Freda and their families. A prayer is solicited.

LEONE-GANADO – JOSETTE. Treasured memories of my beloved wife. I miss you daily but I know that your prayers keep me going. You filled my life with such joy. Now rest, dearest, till we meet again. Philip.

LEONE-GANADO – JOSETTE. Ma, not a moment goes by in which we do not think of the way you’ve filled our days with joy, hope and love. You are truly the very best mum we could ever wish for. We miss you and love you more than words could ever express. Lex, Phil, Chiara and Krissy.

LEONE-GANADO – JOSETTE, née Depares. Treasured memories of our dearest daughter Josette. You are greatly missed. Your voice echoes in our ear when we say “I love you” and you say “I love you too”. May the Lord keep you in the palm of His hands forever. We love you. Mama Violet and papa Joe.

LEONE GANADO. In loving memory of a dear and very much missed friend, JOSETTE, on her second anniversary. It is hard to believe that you have passed away but we know that you are at peace and happy with the One you loved so much. Watch over us all Jos and rest in peace. Shirley, Sarah and Jonathan.

MIFSUD-CHIRCOP. In loving memory of our dear ĠORĠ on the fourth anniversary of his death, 19.11.2007. Always in our thoughts. His wife Marlene, daughter Berenice, his son Jerome. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

PACE – OLLIE. Remembering our dear father on the 25th year of his passing. His children.

PELLEGRINI PETIT. In loving memory of WALTER who passed away 31 years ago today. His sister and brothers.

PISANI – ANTHONY of Ħamrun. On the 32nd anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. Fondly remembered by his daughter Marion, husband Albert and grandchildren.

SANT FOURNIER – DOLLY. Loving memories of a dear sister, today the fourth anniversary of her meeting with the Lord. Fondly remembered with love. Peter and Diana, Alexia, Alex, Adel, Aaron and Stephanie.

SANT FOURNIER. Remembering with love my wonderful sister DOLLY every day and especially today, the fourth anniversary of her demise. Forever in my thoughts and prayers. Stephanie and Albert.

SANT FOURNIER. Treasured memories of a most special aunt, DOLLY, on the fourth anniversary of her demise. Always in our hearts. Rowena and Trevor, Betta and John, Patrick and Dana.

SANT FOURNIER. Remembering our dearest sister DOLLY, today the fourth anniversary of her demise. Always remembered with love and sadly missed. Raphael and Pippa, Philip and Ninnia.

SANT FOURNIER. In everlasting memory of DOLLY, today being the fourth anniversary of her death. Always remembered with deep affection by the staff of Philip Toledo Limited.

SANT FOURNIER – DOLLY. You are always in my heart even though you’re far away. Stella.

SANT FOURNIER. Sweet and loving memories of dearest DOLLY on the fourth anniversary of her demise. Dorothy. Dear Lord, grant her eternal rest.

SCICLUNA – DOREEN, née Pecorella. Loving memories of our dear mother and sister on the 14th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her children Mark, Corinne and Moira and their spouses, her granddaughter Francesca, her sisters and brother, in-laws and family. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated tomorrow at 7 p.m. at Stella Maris School chapel, Balzan.

Season’s greetings

Mr and Mrs J.L. Debono of 163c, Church Avenue, Paola, wish all their relatives and friends a very happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

Costantino and Mary Prosperi will not be sending Christmas cards this year. They would like to take the opportunity to wish all their relatives and friends a holy and happy Christmas and a healthy and peaceful New Year.

Joseph Zammit of 50, Old Railway Road, Birkirkara, widower of Gloria, will not be sending cards this year and would like to wish all relatives and friends a Holy Christmas and a healthy and a peaceful new year.

Sidonia Enterprises Ltd

Christmas shutdown. Last trading day Tuesday, December 20, 2011, re-open, Tuesday, January 3, 2012.

Blood donation

The mobile blood donation unit will be available for blood donation next to St Julian’s parish church tomorrow, from 8.30 a.m. till 1 p.m.