Announcements

AAKEROY – REBECCA, most beloved daughter of Lars and Rachel, née Cassar, sister of Mathias and granddaughter of Mary Ann and Anthony Cassar and Randi and Ståle Aakeroy, passed away in Trondheim, Norway, at the tender age of two and a half years, on Friday, December 16. Fondly remem-bered by her aunts and uncles, Gabrielle and Mark, Ben, Martin and Christel and Ragnhild and Didrik. Mass will be celebrated tomorrow at 9 a.m. at the chapel of the Resurrection (Tal-Erwieħ), Tarxien. Interment will take place privately. No flowers by request but donations to Puttinu Cares Children’s Cancer Support Group, Rainbow Ward, Mater Dei Hospital, will be greatly appreciated.

BARTOLO. On December 21, at Mater Dei Hospital, CATHERINE, widow of Joseph, of Żejtun, aged 71, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Miriam Hayman, Alexandra and her husband Dino and Kevin, her grandchildren Elizabeth and Nicholas, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow, at 7.45 a.m for Żejtun parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m. followed by interment at Żejtun cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

CARUANA. On December 21, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOHN, of Senglea, aged 91, co-founder of Ambassador Shirts Co., passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his only son Tonio and his wife Desirée, his grandchildren Alessia and Mirco, his sisters-in-law Mary Caruana, Josephine Caruana and her sons George, Ivan and family, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortege leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 2 p.m. for Senglea basilica where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. The family regret they cannot receive any visitors at home. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CASABENE. On December 21, SALVATORE, passed away peacefully at his residence in Valletta, comforted by the rites of Holy Mother Church. He leaves to mourn his irreparable loss his wife Violet, his daughters Josephine, wife of Jonathan de Maria, and Johane, wife of Brian Abela, his grandchildren Julia, Jack, Jerome, Jan and Adam as well as other relatives and friends. Mass præsente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. at St Dominic parish church, Valletta, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

In Memoriam

ABELA – FRANCIS. Treasured memories on the 28th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his children Joe, Paul, Mary Rose, Agnes and Felix, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BONNICI. In loving memory of our dearest father EMMANUEL on the 40th anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. May God’s love be with him and with us. His daughter Anna Maria, son Joseph and families.

BUSUTTIL LEAVER. In loving memory of CECIL on the seventh anniversary of his leaving us. His daughter Rachel, son John and his wife Marthese, and adored granddaughters Thea and Ella.

COLEIRO TONNA. Treasured and unfading memories of a dear husband and father, JOSEPH, who went to meet the Lord 21 years ago today. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Marlene, Victoria Ann, Ann Marie and grandchildren Mae, Tony and Frank.

CORDINA. In loving memory of our dear mother and grand-mother, NENINA, née Salafia, on the fifth anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her son Tony and his wife Astrid, her daughter Maria and grand-daughter Stephanie. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

FIORINI – VALERIE. Treasured memories of our dear mother on the 37th anniversary of her death. Marika, Anthony and Sandra.

FLERI SOLER – JESSIE. In loving memory, on the 23rd anniversary of her demise. Her family.

LOPORTO – ROCCO, 22.12.1970. Today the 41st anniversary of his meeting with the Almighty. Never forgotten by his wife Doris and children Tania, Marica, Anna, Josef and Silvana. The 8 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. Masses said at Tal-Ibraġ church will be offered for his repose. A prayer is solicited.

NUNNS – DAVID. In loving memory of my dear and special brother, today the second anniversary of his passing on to a better life. Never forgotten by his sister Lorraine, her husband John and nephews Steven and Peter.

SPAMPINATO – CATHERINE. Remembering with love a precious and treasured sister and aunt, today her first anni-versary. Greatly missed by her sister Dorothy, Lolly and family.

SPAMPINATO – CATHERINE. On the first anniversary of her passing away. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by Christa and Robert, Fabrizia and Richard and her grandchildren Max, Sophia, Julia and Bianca.

SPAMPINATO – CATHERINE. In loving memory of my friend Catherine on the first anniversary of her demise. Always in my prayers. Myriam.

SPITERI – FRANCIS XAVIER. Always in our thoughts and prayers, on the 19th anniversary of his demise. His wife, sons and daughters, in-laws and grandchildren.

TORTELL – EDWARD (Wings). Fondest and loving memories of our father on the 21st anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. His children Augustus, Marie, Henry, Peter, Philip, Carmen, Josephine and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

ZAMMIT – JOSEPH. Treasured and loving memories of a wonderful father and grandfather on the fourth anniversary of his passing away. Sadly missed by his children Walter, Alex, Jennifer, Simone, Joseph and John and their families. All Masses said today at Tal-Ibraġ parish church, St Andrews, will be offered for the repose of his soul. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Mqabba band club reception

The administrative committee of Our Lady of Lilies Musical Society, in Mqabba, will be holding an annual reception in honour of its members on January 7 at the newly reconstructed club’s premises from 7 p.m. For more information visit www.talgilju.com.

Christmas concert

The Choral and Orchestral Society Maria Bambina of Mellieħa will be holding a Christmas concert at the Qala parish church on December 30 at 7.30 p.m. The public is invited to attend.