CARDONA SCHRANZ. On March 15, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Anna Maria née Sciberras and Johann, two welcome daughters – ELISA and GIULIA. Deo gratias et Mariæ. Special thanks to the doctors and their team as well as the staff at Obs. 2 and 3, and to both families for their continuous support.
CARUANA GALIZIA. On March 16, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Paula née Selvagi and John Paul, God’s precious gift of a son – ALEXANDER, a most welcome brother to Ben. Deo gratias et Mariæ. Special thanks to all the dedicated staff at Delivery Suite and Obstetrics Ward 3.
Obituaries
CARBONE. On March 29, CHARLIE, of Birżebbuġa, aged 65, passed peacefully away at his residence, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Claudette and her husband Mauro, Ingrid and her husband Melvin, his brothers and sisters Cettie and her husband Mario, Raymond and his wife Pauline, Jeanette and her partner John, in-laws Giorgia, Joe, Leli and Karmenu and their respective families, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Wednesday at 1.45pm for St Peter parish church, Birżebbuġa, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30pm, 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.
GERADA. On March 28, at Mater Dei Hospital, MARY, née Sammut, aged 93, widow of Joseph, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her great loss her daughters Irene, widow of Henry Xuereb, Yvonne and her husband Marc, her sons David and his wife Victoria and Mark. She will be greatly missed by her grandchildren Diane, Kristina, Andrew, Sr Veronica, Joseph, Sarah and Francesca and her great-granddaughters Micaela and Carla as well as her other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 9.30am for the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 10am, followed by interment.
GRIFFITHS. On March 28, at Mater Dei Hospital, Prof. VICTOR GEORGE, of St Julian’s, aged 93, went to meet the Risen Lord comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his dearest wife Dr Mary Griffiths, his children Margaret and her husband Henry, William and his wife Lucy, his granddaughter Chantal and her husband James, his grandson Robin, his great-grandchildren William and Oliver, his brother Gerald and his wife Ineż, his sister-in-law Josephine, his nieces Josephine, Connie, Mary, Lillian, Geraldine, Hazel-Ann, Joanne, Louise, Vicky and his nephew William and numerous friends and colleagues. Funeral details will be announced later. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
MERCIECA. On March 28, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOSEPH, of Tarxien, aged 80, residing in Rabat, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Mary Jane née Pandolfino, his son John Joseph, his brothers and sisters, Doris, widow of George Borg, Charles and his wife Catherine, Mary and her husband Ernest Kirby, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 2pm for St Dominic’s church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30pm followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated.
MUNROE. On March 28, my ħanini Cecil Thurlow Munroe (Sam) passed peacefully away at the age of 74 after a short illness comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Connie née Grech, his stepchildren Nathalie Schafer, Tancred and Antoine McCarthy, their spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, his sisters Phyllis Bear and Judy Savoury, their spouses and families, relatives and many, many friends in Malta and Canada. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday at 2pm for Santa Maria Addolorata chapel, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3pm followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetry. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
TILNEY. On March 29, at home, EMMA, aged 89, widow of Ivor, passed peacefully away surrounded by her family and comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved children Terence and his wife Myra, Taygeta and her husband Edward, and her grandchildren Tristan, Stuart and Russel. The funeral leaves St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, tomorrow at 1.45pm for St Gregory’s parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2pm followed by interment at Santa Maria Adolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to St Patrick’s Salesians, Sliema, will be appreciated.
Requiem Mass
On the occasion of the ninth anniversary of the passing away of Fr JOSEPH M. GALDES, SJ, the 9.30am Mass in English on Sunday, April 6, at St Aloysius’ College church, Birkirkara, will be offered in thanksgiving for his life. The attendance of relatives and friends will be greatly appreciated.
In Memoriam
AQUILINA. Treasured memories of our father TANCRED (Teddy), today the 15th anniversary of his death. Isabel and Richard.
BUGEJA. Fondest memories of our beloved JOSEPH, a much loved husband, father and grandfather, on the third anniversary of his passing away. Always remembered by his wife Jane, his children Beverley and her husband Claude, Brady, his grandchildren Connor and Nicole, and his three sisters Tessie, Lilian, Connie and their husbands, other relatives and friends.
CAMILLERI – JOHN (Gino, ex-RMA). In treasured memory of a dearest father and grandfather, today the 20th anniversary of his death. Sadly missed, always remembered with love and gratitude by his children and grandchildren.
CARLTON. In loving memory of WILLIAM (Bill), on the first anniversary of his death. Much missed by his family and friends, whose lives he touched. Mass in his memory will be said tomorrow at 6pm at the Madonna tas-Silġ chapel, Marsaxlokk.
FIORENTINO – JOHN. Treasured memories of a much loved father on the 30th anniversary of his death. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. His children Joe, Lina, Diana and Liz, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GRIMA – JESSIE. In loving memory of our dearest mother on the fifth anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her children and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
IZZO CLARKE – PHILIP. Third anniversary. Dear Papà, we miss you. Lovingly remembered by your daughter Victoria, son Joseph and family.
MALLIA – SHERIENNE. Sher, we miss you dreadfully but will love you forever. Tony, Kate and family.
MALLIA – THERESE, née Borda. In loving memory of our dearest mother on the sixth anniversary of her demise. Dearly missed by her children Pierre, Stefano and Gabby.
MALLIA. In loving memory of my dearest friend THERESE on her sixth anniversary. So sadly missed and lovingly remembered. Carmen.
PRECA. In loving memory of a dear husband and father, GEORGE. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Terry, children, grandchildren and in-laws.
QUINTANO. In everlasting memory of ELSIE, née Archer, who left us on 1.4.1989. Her children, in-laws and their respective families and other relatives.
SAMMUT – LOLA, 2012. Loved and greatly missed. Berti, Tony and Sophie.
SAMMUT – LOLA, 2012. So loving, so loved. Happy memories of our inimitable mother. Cikki, Austin and Rita, Julian and Karen.
SAMMUT – LOLA, 2012. Remembering our darling granny – such happy times. Paula, Giorgio, Andrea, Beppe, Nikol, Marija, Rafel and Giulio.
SCICLUNA. Cherished memories of dearest MAY. Lovingly remembered by her mum Rose, Tonio, Doreen and family.
VUKOVIC – DRAGO. Remembering our dearest and kindest father, today the 52nd anniversary of his demise. His son Sandro, daughters Marica and Jana and their respective families.
ZAMMIT – TONY. On the 17th anniversary of his demise we remember and cherish the happy times together, today and forever. Fondly remembered by his wife Maureen, daughter Charlotte, brothers and sisters and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be blessed, adored and glorified throughout the whole world forever and ever. Amen. Repeat for nine times. Mary Rose Bonello.