BEZZINA. On March 3, at Villa Messina, Rabat, ERMELINDA, widow of Emmanuel, after an illness bravely borne, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children, Marie Louise, wife of Joe Spiteri Staines, Marlene and Johanne, widow of Dennis Fisher, her granddaughters Claire and her husband Andres Baron Bello and Sarah Spiteri Staines, her great-grandchildren Solana and Alejandro, relatives and friends. Mass præsente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 2pm at Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish church, Balluta, St Julian’s, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
HOLLAND. On March 6, at Betanja House, Msida, Sr. ORLANDA, aged 86, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her sisters Helen, Connie, and Estelle, her brothers Anthony and Noel and spouses, nieces and nephews, their respective families, the Franciscans Sisters of the Heart of Jesus, relatives and friends. Mass præsente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 9.15am at the chapel of St Francis School, Msida, followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. The family would like to thank the Franciscan Community and Helpers for their care and dedication. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
TANTI. On March 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, ANNA of Paola, widow of Joseph Mary, aged 92, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her sister Maryrose and her husband Vincent C. Zammit, in-law Giovanni and his wife Rose, grandchildren, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8am for Christ the King parish church, Paola, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 8.30am, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
XERRI. On March 5, at Karin Grech Rehabilitation Centre, ANGELO (Anġlu tal-Bajd) of Ħamrun, widower of Carmen, passed away peacefully at the age of 81, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his irreparable loss his children Marisa, Tessie, Fr Joe Xerri, OFM Conv., Polly, Mario and his wife Rita, Rennie and his wife Sandra, his grandchildren; Francesco, Andrea, Gabriel, Justin and Matthew, his sister Mary and his brother Fr Ugolin Xerri, OFM Conv, other relatives and many friends. The funeral cortège leaves Karin Grech Rehabilitation Centre tomorrow at 9am for St Francis church, Ħamrun, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 9.30am, followed by interment at the Ħniena Divina Cemetery, St Paul’s Bay. The family gratefully acknowledge all the help, kindness and all merciful attention given by the medical and support staff of Ward RW2, Karin Grech Rehabilitation Centre. Donations to Fra Diegu Institute, Ħamrun, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
Requiem Mass
Tomorrow’s 7.30pm Mass at the Ursuline Sisters chapel, Sliema, will be offered for the eternal repose of the souls of MANOEL and ANNA MIZZI. Lord, grant them fullness of life.
In Memoriam
AZZOPARDI – JOSEPH of Sliema, who passed away on March 6, 2012. In memory, on his third anniversary. Never forgotten by his loving wife Margaret, his children and their spouses, Josie and Elizabeth, Mary Lou and Ernst, Anton and Louise, John and Isabelle, Bridget and Andre’, grandchildren, family and friends. Mass in his memory will be said today at 6pm at the Ursuline Crèche chapel, Sliema.
BUGEJA – JOSEPHINE. Loving memories of my dear sister, today the first anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Joe, Doris, Bertha.
BUGEJA. In loving memory of JOSEPHINE (Giusa) on the first anniversary of her demise. Deeply missed by her brother Joe Laferla and his wife Doris and her nephews and nieces. A Mass for the repose of her soul and of her husband Victor will be said today at 6.30pm at St Gregory parish church, Sliema. Lord, grant them eternal rest.
CARUANA – EVELYN. Treasured memories of a beloved mother and grandmother, today the 10th anniversary of her demise. Sadly missed and always in our thoughts and prayers. Rosella, Inez, Donald, Gabriella and Sarah.
GALEA – Chev. JOSEPH. Lovingly remembered by his sons Edwin and Charles and their families on the 30th anniversary of his demise.
GALEA CURMI – PAUL. Fond and grateful memories of a loving father, today the eighth anniversary of his passing away to a better life, joining our mother Josette forever. We miss you both greatly, but the love and faith you shared live on in the hearts of all whom you touched by your life. Their children and families.
MICALLEF – EMILIA, née Bonnici. A beloved mother and grandmother on this the third anniversary of her passing. Fondly remembered by Marcelline and Paul, Sean and Abigail.
MICALLEF. In sweet remembrance, today and every day, of a truly beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, EMILIA, on the third anniversary of her passing away into eternal life. Monica, Guido, Alberto, Luke and Davina, Emil and Lorraine, Nicky, Michela, Sara, Dino and Benjamin. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
SPITERI FITENI. Cherished memories of our dearest brother JOSEPH on the 33rd anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Johanna, David and Patrick.
ZAMMIT. Remembering our dear uncle FRANZ, today the 11th anniversary of his passing away. Tony and Nadya, Eddie and Marie Lou, Mimi and Arthur, Sarah, Alexia, Lisa and Edward. Forever in our thoughts and prayers.
Passing The Baton
A seminar called Passing The Baton: Successful Succession In Family Businesses will be held at St Martin's Institute Foundation Building, Room 022, Schembri Street, Ħamrun, today at 6.30pm. Entrance is free but call 2123 5451 or e-mail infodesk@stmartins.edu to reserve a seat.
Power cuts
Due to scheduled maintenance works on the electricity grid, there will be power cuts today in, or parts of, the following areas:
Between 7.30am and noon in Ħad Dingli, Sant’Aristarku, San Luqa, Ta’ Franton, Karmena Micallef, Dun Mikiel Callus, Joseph Bugeja, Ħal Bajjada, Sant’Agata’, Rudolph Saliba, Tat-Torri, Pawlu Xuereb, Vincenzo M. Pellegrini and Il-Katakomb streets and alleys 1 and 3 in Ħal Bajjada Street and alley 1 in Ħad Dingli Street, Rabat.
Between 8am and 1pm in Il-Flotta, Henry F. Bouverie, Ġanni Bencini, Sir Charles Cameron and Belvedere streets, Gżira.
Between 8am and 2pm in Tal-Ġonna, Napuljun, New Street and L-Imqabba streets, Żurrieq.
Between 8.30am and 12.30pm in It-Tabib Nikol Zammit, Ħal Xluq, Wied Ħesri, Il-Girgenti and Blat il-Qamar streets, Siġġiewi.
Between 8.30am and 2pm in Ġanni Bonavia, Il-Kbira, Ġużeppi Pace and L-Immakulata Kunċizzjoni streets and alleys 1 and 2 in Il-Kbira and San Franġisk streets and alleys 1-5 and 7 in Biċċieni Street, Żabbar.
Between 8.30am and 2.30pm in Ta’ Sdieri, Il-Blata, L-Isqof Mikiel Molina, San Katald, New Street in L-Isqof Mikiel Molina and It-Trux streets and alleys 6 Ta’ Masi and 7 Taż-Żikk in Tat-Trux Street and Ġerano and Praga squares, Għarb.
Between 9am and 7pm in Tas-Silġ, Ġulinu Maniscalco, Abdosir, Joseph M. Barbara, Il-Power Station, Il-Wilġa, Cadeo, Bir Rikka, New Street, It-8 ta’ Mejju, L-Avukat Carmelo Caruana, Melqart, Delimara, Tas-Silġ, L-Għoljiet Ta’ Ġuno, Il-Patrijiet Terżjani, Il-Maqdes Ta’ Ġunu, Il-Biżantini and Xrobb L-Għaġin streets and alley in St Peter’s Pool and Xatt is-Sajjieda and Tas-Silġ pumping station areas, Marsaxlokk.
Between 9am and 4pm in Sant’Antnin Street and Misraħ il-Bajja area, St Paul’s Bay.
And tomorrow:
Between 8am and noon in Tal-Vitorja, L-Egrett Isfar, Il-Vjolin Ħadrani, L-Isturnell Roża and Il-Bughadam Griż streets, Luqa.
Between 10am and 3pm in Axtart street, Marsaxlokk.
For assistance, contact Enemalta on 8007 2224.