AQUILINA. On January 12, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Adrienne née Agius and Daniel, God’s precious gift of a daughter – ANNA, a most welcome sister to Emma, Sophie and Luisa. Deo gratias et Mariæ. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the staff at the hospital.
CACHIA MUSÙ. On January 20, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Julienne née Musù and Joseph, God’s precious gift of a son – BEN, a most welcome brother to Amy. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to our doctor and all the maternity staff.
Obituaries
CAMILLERI. On January 30th, Carmela nee Pace from Balzan at Karen Grech Hospital, aged 91, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of the Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband Joseph, her children Godfrey and his wife Victoria, Evelyn and her husband John, Patrick and his wife Carmen, Doris widow of Joseph, Gorgina and her husband Mario, Charles and his wife Sonya, her grandchildren and her great grandchildren her brother Emanuel and his wife Giza, her sister Imperia widow of Emanuel, her in-laws and their families, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The Funeral cortege, leaves Karen Grech Hospital tomorrow at 8.00am for Annunciation Parish Church, Balzan where a mass Praesente Cadavere will be said at 8.30am followed by interment at Balzan Cemetery. No flowers by request. But Donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Special thanks to the Doctors and staff of Wards RW 2 and RW 6 of Karen Grech hospital and the staff of MMDNA for their Care and Dedication. The family are unable to receive visitors at home. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
TABONE. On January 30, in Sydney, Australia, MARIE THERESE, née von Brockdorff, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Vincent, her children Michael, Anita, Charles, Martin, Bernadine and Peter and their families, her brother Louie and his family, her cousins in Malta, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends in Malta. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
VELLA. On January 30, at Mater Dei Hospital, Br JOSEPH A. VELLA, SJ, aged 91, went to meet the Risen Lord comforted by the rites of Holy Mother Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his brethren of the Society of Jesus in Malta, his sister Sr Vincenza Vella, OFM, in Tunisia, Victoria, wife of George Galea, Alessia, Rose, widow of his brother Charlie, Emily, widow of his brother Frank (living in Australia), Mary, widow of his brother Leli (living in Australia), nephews, nieces, and friends. Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated today at 4pm at Loyola House, Naxxar, followed by interment at Naxxar cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Jesuit Province Infirmary at Loyola House, Naxxar, will be greatly appreciated. May he rest in the peace of Christ.
In Memoriam
AQUILINA. Cherished and unfading memories of FRANS, a devoted father and grandfather. Remembered with love and gratitude on the 14th anniversary of his passing away. Forever in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. Alex, Martin and families.
BORG. In loving memory of a dearest mother and grandmother, COTTINA, today being the second anniversary of her passing to eternal life. Fondly remembered by her daughter Angela and her husband Stephen Tabone, her son Adrian and his wife Marika and grandsons Andrew and Michael. A prayer is kindly solicited. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
CAMILLERI – EDWARD H. In loving memory of our dear Eddie, today the 17th anniversary of his death. Always in our prayers. Lillian, Sandra, Adrian and Rose, Karen, Alain and Julia.
GRUPPETTA. In loving memory of our dearest CHARLES, a wonderful father and grandfather, on the first anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His children Louise, Albert, Edward and their families. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said on Tuesday at 6pm at Christ the King parish church, Paola.
MICALLEF – JOHN (Roamer). On the third anniversary of his death he remains so touchingly missed and remembered by many. He is always in our hearts, Monica and Katja.
PISANI. In loving memory of our dearest ANGELA on the fourth anniversary of her passing away, January 31, 2011.
Sometimes, when one person is absent,
The whole world seems depopulated.
Her husband Joe, relatives and friends. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
PORTELLI. In loving memory of ANTHONY on the fourth anniversary of his passing away, January 31, 2011. Deeply missed by his wife Grace, son Philip and his wife Odette, daughter Madeleine, daughter-in-law Doris, grandchildren, family and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
VASSALLO GRANT – REUBEN. Lovingly remembered by his wife Doris and his son Ian, family and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
ZARB – ANDREW and MARLENE. In loving memory of our dear parents on the anniversary of their passing. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Simone and Winston, Rosalie and Patrick, Andrew, Kristina and Matthew. Lord, grant them eternal rest.
Personal
In memory of ALFRED RICHARD DARMENIA. Alfred’s wife, Josephine, his children, Fiorentina, Stefan and son-in-law, Kai, wish to express their deep appreciation to all who have offered such kindness and support on their bereavement. Please remember Alfred in your prayers.
Ġużi and Maria Felice, Walter and Ina Vella Gera, together with their nephews and nieces, thank the Rev. Clergy who celebrated the funeral Mass, relatives and friends who attended the funeral, sent flowers, cards and donations or in any way showed sympathy on the loss of JOSEPH PANTALLERESCO who met the Risen Lord on January 3, aged 89.