PSAILA. On March 23, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Audrey Camilleri and Michael, God’s precious gift of a son – MATTHEW, a most welcome brother to Nicholas. Deo gratias et Mariæ. Special thanks to all the dedicated staff at the Delivery Suite and Obstetrics Ward 3.
Ruby Wedding
Mr JOSEPH GALEA and Ms ANNA ELLUL
The marriage took place on April 20, 1974, at the church of the Capuchin Friars, Floriana. May God bless you. With love and gratitude from Marica and Rodney, Steffan and Christine, Andrew and your precious grandchildren Benjamin, Samuel, James and Michaela.
Obituaries
ABELA. On April 18, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOE (Maġġur), of Sliema, at the venerable age of 94, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Mary née Gatt, his children Alida and her husband Kenneth Lanzon, Paul, widower of Marvi, Lucienne and her husband Norbert Miceli Demajo, his grandchildren Kayne and Gabi, Melanie and David, Kristina and Ludwig, Niki and Lisa, Jeffrey and Amanda, and Luisa, his great-grandchildren Benji, Thomas, Max, Sophie, Seb, Faye and Nicholas, his brothers Morris and Reggie, his in-laws, nephews and nieces. Mass praesente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 2pm at the Carmelite parish church, Balluta, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
BORG. On April 16, RICHARD PHILIP, of San Ġwann, passed peacefully on, with his family by his side, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Carmen, his children Charlotte and her husband John Vander Velde, Louis and his wife Tessie, Angèle and her husband Marcus Seifert and Denise and her husband Marco Seifert, his cherished grandchildren Rachel, Klive, Jacques, Lucia, Lukas and Eva. He also leaves to mourn his loss his dear brothers and sisters, in-laws, nephews, nieces and numerous other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday for Our Lady of Lourdes parish church, San Ġwann, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30am. Lord, grant him eternal rest. The family would like to thank the staff at Mater Dei Hospital for all their kindness and support. If you wish to donate in memory of Richard, please consider Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, or a charity of your choice.
GRAVINA. On April 15, at Mater Dei Hospital, MARY, aged 81, went to meet the Risen Lord, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss MaryAnn, widow of her brother Joe, Anton Scicluna, widower of her sister Antida, her nephews and nieces Ivan, Josef, Marthese and Victoria and their spouses and children, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30pm for St Mary’s parish church (Knisja l-Qadima), Birkirkara, 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 appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
In Memoriam
ATTARD. ANDRÉ. 01.10.1984-20.04.1995.
Memory wanders as shadows fall
Back to days of happiness
And the day that you were born.
Visions come before us
So beautiful, so sweet
But now your lips are silent
And your eyes are closed in sleep.
With love, mamà, papà and Martina.
ATTARD. In loving memory of our dear son ANDRÈ on the 19th anniversary of his demise. Never a day passes without thinking of you. Always in our hearts and prayers. Your loving parents, sister Martina and families.
BALDACCHINO – MARY ANNE. On her fifth anniversary. Dear mum, thank you for showing me how to strive, because of your love I will survive. Miss you, love you. Josephine.
BOFFA – GEMMA. Remembered with love, gratitude and respect on the 17th anniversary of her death, April 21, 1997. George, Laura and family in Australia. Also family in Malta.
BORDA. In loving memory of my father ANTHONY on the 38th anniversary of his death. Forever in my heart. Your only daughter Marlene.
CASSOLA – AIDA. Everlasting memories of a beloved mother on the 50th anniversary of her death. Always remembered by her sons and families.
CHETCUTI – LINA, née Ganado. In fondest memory of our beloved mother who passed away peacefully 12 years ago. Always remembered by her children Joe, Anton, Theresa, George and Mary-Anne and their respective wives and husbands, her dear beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We miss you so much.
De MARTINO. In loving memory of MARY, née Schranz, today the 41st anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her daughter-in-law Josephine and her grandchildren Kenneth and Sandra.
DEBATTISTA – GIUSEPPINA. Treasured memories of a dear mother and grandmother on the 18th anniversary of her death. Never forgotten by her children, in-laws and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
DEBONO. Treasured memories of JOSEPH, a great father, on this 35th anniversary. Remembered by his sons Silvio and Paul, his daughter Cornelia, grandchildren and in-laws.
ELLUL – DORIS. Treasured memories of a dear mother and grandmother on the 34th anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Sadly missed by her family.
FARRUGIA – TONIO. Cherished memories of a dear and caring husband and father on the third anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered and deeply missed by his wife Josephine, daughters Erika, Nikki and fiancé Max. Lord Jesus, grant him eternal rest.
FRENDO – GIUSA, widow of Joe. On the second anniversary of her passing away. So dearly remembered and missed by all the family. Masses will be said tomorrow at 6.30pm at Tal-Ibraġ church and on Wednesday at 11am at St Barbara church, Valletta.
MEDATI – CAROL. In loving memory, on the 10th anniversary of his passing away to eternal life, 22.4.2004. Sadly missed by his wife Agnes, his sons Valhmor and Joanne, Uldrich and Solange, his daughter Erika and Frankie and grandsons Matteo, Bjorn, Michele, Daniele and Aaron. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
RANIOLO. In loving memory of ITALO on his third anniversary. The day you were taken from us left a great void we still cannot fill. Your beloved wife Josephine, your children Annamaria and Peter, Marco and Monique, Sandro and Christine, Daniela and Luigi, Francesca and Edward and your grandchildren Sebastian, Thomas, Katrina, Georgia, India, Valentina, Matteo, Marc, Ella and Amelia. Lord, keep him in Your embrace. Mass for the repose of his soul will be said tomorrow at 6.30pm at St Sebastian parish church, Qormi.
RIZZO NAUDI. In loving memory of ANTON on the fourth anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered and greatly missed by his wife Iris, children Mario, Rosette, Annabella, Antonello, his in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
SCERRI – JOSEPH M. On the 23rd anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Connie, children Louis, Larry, and Maryrose and their respective spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
VELLA – MARIA. Remembering our dearest mother, especially today the anniversary of her death. Edith and Louis, Cecilia and Vincent and grandchildren. A prayer is solicited.
WOODS – RITA. Treasured memories of a dearest mother and grandmother, tomorrow the 11th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her seven children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.