CALLEJA TONNA. Melanie and Marius announce the birth of their son BEPPE MAURO, a most welcome brother to Matteo, born on October 31 at Mater Dei Hospital. Special thanks go to our family, friends and the maternity staff at the hospital for their professional care.

GALEA. On October 30, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Tricia née Cuschieri and Michael, God’s precious gift of a son – SEB, a most welcome brother to Matt. Special thanks to all the staff at the hospital.

GIORDMAINA. On November 2, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Alessandra Ramona née Farrugia and Mark Anthony, God’s precious and wonderful gift of a first-born son – SERGIO. Deo gratias et Mariæ. Special thanks to all the maternity staff at the hospital for their dedication and assistance.

Golden Wedding

Congratulations and very best wishes to our wonderful parents and grandparents VICTOR and TESSA CASSINGENA on their 50th wedding anniversary. With love from all the family.

Obituaries

BORG OLIVIER. On November 10, FREDERICK, aged 65, passed peacefully away at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Marisa, his children John and his girlfriend Cathy, Marc and his fiancée Tracy, Giselle and her husband Paul McKenna; his sisters Joan and her husband Joe Gaffiero, Vivienne and her husband Victor Galea Pace, Patricia and her husband Andrew Anastasi, his in-laws, nephews and nieces and innumerable friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.30am for Attard parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9am followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Heartfelt thanks go to the doctors and nurses at the Palliative Ward at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital for their dedication and care.

CALNAN – On November 6, PAM (Pamela), previously Pam Tua, née Hancock, passed peacefully away at her home in Sannat after a brave battle with illness over the past 12 years. Devoted mother to Nikki, Diane, Sandra and Simone and loving grandmother to Dara, Mark, Alex and Valentina. Perfect partner and constant wife of Terence Calnan for 42 years. Home-builder, horse-woman and a caring friend to many people and all animals. She is now at peace. A short service will be held on Friday, November 30, at 3.30pm at Randalls Park Crematorium, Leatherhead Surrey KT22 0AG, followed by a reception at a close location (details available later from Terence Calnan). An informal cele­bration of Pam’s life will be held at our home in Sannat, from 12 noon on Saturday, December 8. All are welcome to both events. UK enquiries, flowers or charitable donations if preferred c/o Sherlock & Sons Funeral Directors, 190, South Street, Dorking, Surrey. RH4 2ES. Telephone: +44 1306 882266

CUSCHIERI. On November 9, JOHN aged 55, passed peacefully away at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Claire, née Sullivan, his brother Vincent and Angela, his sisters Ninia and John Attard, Mariella Darmanin Demajo and Josen, Josette and John Salomone Reynaud, his in-laws Christine and Joe Zammit and Pat Sullivan, his father-in-law Joe Sullivan and all his dear nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30pm for St Julian’s parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 2pm, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Special thanks go to the doctors and nurses at the Palliative Ward at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital for their dedication and care.

DARMANIN. On November 8, at Mater Dei Hospital, WALTER of Cospicua, aged 88, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his nephew Brian and his wife Rosanne, his niece Veronica and her husband Manuel Cauchi, his great-nephews Daniel and Mark, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30pm for the Immaculate Conception parish church, Cospicua, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 2pm, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

In Memoriam

ARRIGO – OSWALD. Cherished and loving memories of a wonderful father and grandfather, especially today the anniversary of his death. Please remember him in your prayers. Christine and Victor, Jackie and Hugh, Nicola, Pippa, Theresa, Louisa, David and Benjamin.

AZZOPARDI – JOSEPH MARY. Treasured memories of a special father and grandfather, today the 38th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his daughters, son, in-laws and grandchildren.

AZZOPARDI. Such sweet memories we hold of you our dearest daughter SANDRA, on the 13th anniversary of her demise. Forever in our hearts and prayers until the day we reunite again. Your beloved parents Antida and Ron.

BUSUTTIL – ANTHONY. Treasured memories of a wonderful father and grandfather on the sixth anniversary of his demise. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. David, Edith, Muriel, Martin, Stephanie, Sarah, Matthew and Malcolm.

CHETCUTI – CHARLES. Remembering a dear husband, father and grandfather of the 11th anniversary of his passing away. His wife Tessie, his daughter Mariella, Patricia, Sylvana, Joanna and Theresa, in-laws and grandchildren. God grant him eternal rest.

DALLI. In loving memory of JOSEPHINE, née Darmanin, on her first anniversary in eternal life. Forever in our thoughts and prayers, husband John and children Marielou, David, Bernadette and their respective husbands Paul and Gregory, relatives and friends. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said today at 11.30am at Marsascala parish church.

FARRUGIA. In sweet remembrance of HERMAN, a loving husband, father and grandfather who was called to meet the Risen Lord six years ago. Always in our hearts and prayers. His devoted Alice, Hermann and Angele, Jean-Pierre and Roberta, Marcel, Veronique and Werner, and their children.

FENECH CLARKE – NICHOLAS. Treasured memories of a beloved father on the 51st anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His family.

GATT. In loving memory of a dear husband and father CHARLES, on the fourth anniversary of his demise. His wife Odette, children Loredana, Massimiliano and Fabrizio and their families. Dear Charles pray for us. A prayer is kindly solicited.

JONES – LUCY. A unique grandmother forever in our thoughts and prayers, today the sixth anniversary of her death. Always remembered. Nicky, Cecily, Liam and Nicola.

MANCHÉ – Dr RICHARD. In loving memory of a devoted husband and father on the first anniversary of his death. He enriched the lives of the people around him and is sadly missed by family and friends around the world. Please remember him in your prayers.

MANCHÉ – BERTIE. Cherished memories of a beloved father and grandfather on his 38th anniversary. His family.

MICALLEF. In loving memory of PAUL, today the anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his daughter Maria Pia and family.

PISANI – CONNIE née Bencini. In ever loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother on the 20th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered. Pamela and Sandro, Geoffrey and Mariella, Sean, Nikolai, Krista and Berta. R.I.P.

SCERRI – PAULINE. Treasured memories of our beloved mother who departed this life five years ago. Godwin and Mary Ann. May she rest in peace.

SPITERI MAEMPEL. In loving memory of SUSIE, a dear sister-in-law, aunt and great-aunt, on the first anniversary of her passing away. Lovingly remembered by all the family. Kindly remember her in your prayers.

Stolen

Kia Picanto, grey, EBK 879, from Luqa airport. If seen, please phone 9942 8813.

To whom it may concern

During a cupcake sale in aid of Puttinu Cares Foundation held on October 21 the sum of €505,17 was collected. Thanks to all those who donated.

Blood donation

The mobile blood unit will be available next to Corner Stone, Mosta, from 8.30 a.m. till 1 p.m. If you feel healthy bring your ID card and donate blood. For further information call 7930 7307 or 2206 6209.

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