Announcements

Cauchi. On February 9, after a long illness borne with Christian fortitude, ANJELICA, aged 57, went to meet the Risen Lord. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved husband Andrè, daughters Alba and Ambra and her boyfriend Edward, her mother Glorya, her sister Luana and her husband Joe, her brother Miguel and his wife Diana, her nephew Zach and his girlfriend Raisa, her nieces Jessica, Dawn and Debbie, in-laws Angele, Pierre, Monique and Cecile, and other relatives and friends. Mass will be held at 9 a.m. on Monday at Tal-Ibraġ parish church. Any donations to Hospice Malta would be very much appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

Micallef. On February 9, at Gozo General Hospital, ĠUŻA, aged 86, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her great loss her husband Marcell, her children Melina and her husband Nicholas, Gina and her husband Joe, Ċensina and her husband Ivan, Frances and her husband Carmel, Joseph and his wife Roberta, together with Maria and her husband Bernard, her brother Ġiġi and his wife from Australia, her beloved grand - children and great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Gozo General Hospital today at 4.30 p.m. for St George’s basilica in Victoria where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 5 p.m. followed by a private interment at Xewkija Cemetry. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

In memoriam

Aloisio. In memory of JOHN, today two years since he was called to eternal life. Remembered in our prayers, especially today. Michela, Raphael, and Anne. Dear God, grant him eternal rest.

Bartoli – HAROLD. In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, today the second anniversary of his death. Dearly missed by his children David, Celia and Alan, their spouses and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Busuttil – MARIANNE. In loving memory of my mother, today the ninth anniversary of her demise. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Her daughter Moira, Anthony, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

Buttigieg. In loving memory of our dear mother MARIA, née Vella, wife of the late Anton of Qala, Gozo, today the 15th anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her family.

Camilleri. In ever loving memory of our dear father DOMENIC on the 32nd anni - versary of his demise. Forever in our prayers. Maryrose, Margaret and Elizabeth.

Formosa. In ever loving and cherished memory of our dearest brother MARK on the 37th anniversary of his passing away. His sister Victoria, brothers David and Stephen and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Ghigo – JOSEPH. In ever loving memory of a dear husband and brother on the first anniversary of his demise. Always remembered by his wife Julie, his brother Nicholas, other relatives, nephews, nieces and friends. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Mamo. Remembering with love my father JOHN on the 26th anniversary of his death, today and always. Rose Vella and family.

Tabone. In loving memory of our dear father ANTON, today the 40th anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his children Anton, Marisa, Marga and their families.

Zammit Swain. In memory of MARIA on the first anniversary of her demise. Lovingly remembered by her son John and daughter Christina, as well as her siblings and friends. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said tomorrow at 12.15 p.m. at Tal-Ibraġ parish church.

Film-making courses

The Malta Film Commission is planning to hold a series of practical, hands-on training courses to help address the skills shortage in the film-making community.

The first will consist of a threeday seminar from February 24 - 27. A nominal administration fee of €25 is applicable and reservations are on a first-comefirst- served basis.

More information on the seminar and application forms are available at the MFC website, www.mfc.com.mt, or by sending an e-mail to info@mfc.com.mt.

Film awards

The 25th edition of the European Film Awards, held annually by the European Film Academy, will this year be held in Malta on December 1 in collaboration with the Malta Film Commission.

Apart from feature films, the EFA also has a category for documentaries and short films.

The Malta Film Commission is inviting local film producers and directors to submit short films in any one of the film festivals taking place throughout Europe to become a prospective nominee at the next edition of the award ceremony.

More information can be found at www.europeanfilmacademy.org.

Sliema election

Voting documents for the local council election in Sliema are being distributed.

Distribution is occurring daily between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. and from 3 to 8 p.m. ending on Friday.

Voting documents are being handed out according to the addresses registered in the October 2011 Electoral Register.

The Electoral Commission said residents should ensure that either voters or an adult residing at the same address is at home to receive and sign for the voting documents.