NAUDI. On December 9, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Christine née Bonello and Gordon, God’s precious gift of a daughter – ROBYN, a most welcome sister to Jamie. Deo gratias et Mariæ.

Obituaries

CASOLANI. On December 19, MARIA née Anastasi, widow of Edgar, passed away peacefully at the venerable age of 102, comforted by the rites of Holy Church at her residence in St Julian’s. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Walter and his wife Josette, Bertha and her husband David Radmilli, her grandchildren Ian, Mark, Diane and Robert, her great-grandchildren, Sasha, Mattea, Max, Julia and Beppe, her carer Lynn and all her loved ones. Mass præsente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 9am at St Julian’s Parish Church. She will be loved and remembered as a most devoted mother and grandmother – she will be treasured forever in our hearts. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. The family regret that they are unable to receive visitors. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

GALLO. On December 19, at Karin Grech Hospital, CONĊETTA, aged 93, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Maria Grazia and her husband Ronnie Bajada and Salvatore and his wife Joan, her grandchildren Sonia, Ivan, Natasha and her partner Ivan and Andre, her great-grandchildren Izaac and Kaya, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Karin Grech Hospital tomorrow at 8.30am for Fatima Sanctuary, Pietà, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30am followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

JACCARINI. On December 20, INEŻ, of Sliema, aged 95, passed peacefully away at Mater Dei Hospital, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. Loved and remembered by her nephews, nieces and their respective families, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30pm for Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2pm followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Hospice Malta will be appreciated. Lord grant her eternal rest.

ROSSI. On December 19, at Mater Dei Hospital, HENRY, aged 90, of Rabat, widower of Maria, passed peacefully away comforted by the Rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his son David, his daughter Suzanne and Frank and his grandchildren Valentina and Dean. He will also be greatly missed by other relatives and friends. Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated tomorrow at 8.15am at the Immaculate Conception parish church, Ħamrun.

SAID. On December 19, at Mater Dei Hospital, PAWLU, from Binġemma, limits of Rabat, aged 91, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Doris and her husband Benny Vella, Charlie and Rita, Mary and her husband Kevin Zammit, Ġemma and her husband Charlie Vassallo, his brother Ġużu, Anni, widow of his brother Salvu, his wife’s brothers and sisters and their families, nephews and nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30pm for St Paul’s Collegiate Church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2pm followed by interment at Santa Margerita cemetery, Rabat. No flowers by request but donations to Villa Mgr Gonzi will be greatly appreciated.

ZARB. On December 20, at Mater Dei Hospital, CARMEN, of Żurrieq, aged 88, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Twanny and his wife Pauline, Ines and her husband Tony Cassar and Mary Anne and her husband John Visanich, her grandchildren Christopher, Maria, Ronald, Josef, Robert, Stephen, Mark, Ruben, Melanie and Emily, their respective spouses and fiancés, great-grandchildren Giuliana, Amelia and Sarah, her sister Rosina, in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Wednesday at 2.45pm for St Catherine’s parish church, Żurrieq, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3.30pm followed by interment in the family grave at San Leone Cemetery in Żurrieq. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord grant her eternal rest.

In Memoriam

AGIUS – HENRY and HILDA. Treasured memories of our parents, being the fourth and sixth anniversary of their demise. Lord, grant them eternal rest. Their family.

BONELLO – THOMAS. In loving memory of a dearly beloved father on the seventh anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his children Paul and Lucienne, Veronique and George, Claire and Edward, and Marie Louise, and his grandchildren Jan, Nicole and Keith. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BONNICI – CARMEL and M’ANNA. Lovingly remembering our dear parents on the 23rd and 53rd anniversary of their demise. Remembered always, forgotten never. Salvina, Guido, children and grandchildren. Eternal rest.

BONNICI – LAURENCE. Hi, brother. Sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace. Salvina, Guido, children and grandchildren.

BORG – ALFRED. A beloved husband, father and grandfather who passed away 14 years ago. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by his wife Melita, his children Theresa, Noel and Andrew, their spouses and family. Mass will be celebrated today at 6pm at St Mary’s parish church, Attard. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BORG. Cherished memories of LETTY, today being the 20th anniversary of her demise. Always remembered by her family and friends. A prayer is solicited.

ELLUL CASTALDI – GEORGE. Cherished and unforgettable memories of a beloved father and grandfather on the fifth anniversary of his passing away. So deeply loved, so sadly missed. Christine, Jean-Pierre and Carmen, Andrew, John, Mark, Francesca and Martina. Always in our thoughts and prayers.

FARRUGIA. In loving memory of VIENNA, née Panzavecchia, on the 17th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Edward and family.

GRIMA. Of your charity remember in your prayers MARIA, née Ragonesi, an adored mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, whom the Good Lord called unto himself six months ago today. Still as ever, so very close to our hearts. Her family.

JONES – IGNATIUS GEORGE. Cherished memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather on the fourth anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Fondly remembered with love. May, Simon, Cecily and Nicky, Clarissa and Jean Paul, grandchildren Liam, Nicola, Ella and Edward.

LANFRANCO – JOSEPH and MARY. With love and affection we remember our dear parents at Christmastime and always. Guido, Salvina, children and grandchildren. Happy Christmas.

PELLEGRINI PETIT – WALTER, December 18, 1980, and JOE, December 23, 2010. On the anniversary of their demise. Your sister Rose and brothers Paul and Tonio.

SCHEMBRI – JOSEPH. Always in our thoughts and prayers, especially today the 16th anniversary of his death. Remembered by his wife Pauline, children and grandchildren. Today’s 11.30am Mass at Balzan parish church will be offered for the repose of his soul.

TABONE – MARY. Lovingly remembered today the eighth anniversary of her demise by her sons Joe and Andre, their wives Tanya and Bridget, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

TONNA – VINCENT. Treasured memories of a dear father and grandfather being the second anniversary of his demise (December 23). Sadly missed by his wife Therese, sons Godwin and Peter, relatives and friends. A prayer is solicited.

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