CARUANA. On May 4, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Roberta née Stivala and Kurt, God’s precious gift of a son – SEBASTIAN, a most welcome brother to Sophia. Thanks be to God.
DAVIES-BARRETT. On May 13, at Grosshadern Hospital, Munich, to Nikki née Curmi and Karl, God’s precious gift of a daughter – EMMA, a most welcome sister to Daniel, Mark and Matthew. Deo gratias et Mariæ.
Ruby Wedding
Mr JOACHIM CALLEJA and Miss MARIA CONCETTA PREVI
The marriage took place on June 7, 1975, at Our Lady of Fatima Sanctuary, Guardamangia. Congratulations from your children Maria and her husband Adolfo Camilleri, David and his wife Ruth, grandchildren Eve, Elias, Jan and John-James. Ad multos annos.
Sapphire Wedding
JOE FARRUGIA CASSANO and IRMA PACE
The marriage took place on June 6, 1970, at Our Lady of Fatima Sanctuary, Guardamangia. Congratulations and much love from Nadine and Karl, and Alastair and your beloved grandchildren Jan and Laura. Thank you for all you have done for us.
Obituaries
BOWMAN. On June 2, in Mississauga, Canada, FRANK, aged 71, passed peacefully away, surrounded by his family and comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Ivy, née Pullicino, his loving children Gilbert and his wife Anissa, Lynn and her husband Carlo Merenda, Pamela and her husband Tom Chlebek, his adorable grandchildren Alexa, Trevor and Sienna Bowman, Marco and Mateo Merenda and Conor and Clark Chlebek; his brother Joe and his wife Therese, their children Colin, Clare, Joseph and Shirley, his brothers-in-law Neville, Leslie, Patrick and David, his sister-in-law Ruth, Edna, Marthese, Nadia and Silvana, other relatives and friends. Funeral service will take place in Mississauga on Saturday. Mass for the repose of his soul will be said on Saturday at 7.30pm at the Ursuline Crèche, Sliema. No flowers by request but donations to the Ursuline Sisters, Sliema, would be appreciated.
FARRUGIA. On June 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, EMMANUEL of Qrendi, residing at Luqa, aged 80, passed peacefully away, surrounded by his family and comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Tessie, née Ciappara, his children Phyllis and her husband Kingsley Abanifi and their children Daniel and Amber-Rose, Arnold and his wife Rose and their children Mireille, her boyfriend Lyndon and James, and his son Mario and Mary. He is also mourned by Elfrida, widow of his brother Joseph, his brother John, his sister Carmen and her husband Publius, his brother Bennie and his wife Carmen, his brother Oscar and his wife Maude and their families, his brothers-in-law Frankie, Joseph, Andrew and his wife Marlene and their families and his great family friend Paul Sacco, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow for Luqa parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 4pm, followed by interment in the family grave at Luqa cemetery. Donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, or the Poor Clares, St Julian’s, will be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
FARRUGIA. On June 6, NICHOLAS, aged 78, of Msida, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Hilda, his children Stephanie and her husband Paul Carbonaro, Karen, and Ramon and his wife Karen, his beloved granddaughters Liza and Leah, his brothers Philip and Joe and his sister Mary, his in-laws, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 2pm for Msida parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30pm, followed by interment in the family grave at Sacred Heart of Jesus cemetery, Żebbuġ. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PACE. On May 24, HUBERT, former proprietor L’Escargot Bistro, Mellieħa, aged 69, passed peacefully away at home, surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves to mourn his irreparable loss his wife Melissa, née Donald, his children Tessa, Emily, Becky and Oliver, his adored granddaughter Arabella, other relatives and friends. Mass præsente cadavere will be said on June 15 at 10am at Marija Bambina parish church, Mellieħa, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations to Hospice Malta, Balzan, would be greatly appreciated. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.
SALIBA. On June 2, at St Vincent de Paul residence, PAULINE, of Tarxien, aged 82, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her son Richard and his wife Audrey, her beloved grandchildren Christine-Marie and Nicholas, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul residence tomorrow at 1.30pm for Annunciation parish church, Tarxien, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 2pm, followed by interment at Tal-Erwieħ cemetery, Tarxien. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
In Memoriam
BORG. Cherished memories of ALBERT, a beloved husband and father, today the anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. May, John Joseph and family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
BORG – ALBERT. Loving memories of a dear brother on the 28th anniversary of his demise. Always remembered in our thoughts and prayers. George, Antoinette and family.
BRIFFA – Major ALFRED, MBE, ED, Ost.J. In ever loving memory of a wonderful father and grandfather on the 10th anniversary of his demise. So sadly missed. Edward, Joanna, their families and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
BUGEJA – ALBERT, June 3, 1994. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather on the 21st anniversary of his passing. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Mary, his sons Joseph and Monica, Michael and Ans and James, and his grandchildren Sean and Sharon. Rest in peace.
FLERI SOLER – ROMEO. Treasured memories of our precious father on his 35th anniversary. May the Lord take care of you. Your daughter Anna, husband John, sons Daniel, Reuben and Christian, their families, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
GATT. In cherished memory of MARY on the 11th anniversary of her demise, June 9, 2004. Fondly remembered by Antoine, Monica, Raymond and their respective families.
GAUCI – YVONNE, née Bonello Ghio. Cherished memories of a beloved sister and aunt, today the 43rd anniversary of her passing away to a better life. We think of you often and still treasure your nice memories. We miss you so much. Guido, Monica, Alberto and Luke.
JONES – EVELYN and FREDERICK JAMES (Jimmy). Treasured memories of our mother who passed away on June 8, 2008, and father who passed away on June 21, 1979. Their children Sr Helen, Monica wife of David Brierley, Agnes, Louis and his wife Anna. Lord, grant them eternal rest.
MAMO – WILFRED. On the 25th anniversary of his tragic death. Lovingly remembered today and always by his children Andrew, Rachael and Julian and their families.
MAMO. In loving memory of my brother WILFRED on the 25th anniversary of his death. Rose Vella and family.
MIFSUD. Remembering with love and gratitude our parents ADELINA and JOSEPH. Forever loved and missed by Joseph, Fr Tony, Sr Marie-Louise, Yvonne, her husband Francis and grandson Mario. Lord, grant them eternal rest.
MIFSUD – RICHARD. Treasured memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather on the 19th anniversary of his death. Greatly missed by his wife Eileen, his daughter Clare, his sons Michael and Kevin, their respective spouses and his dearest grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
MILLER – JAMES. In loving memory of a dear husband and father on the first anniversary of his death. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by his wife Pat and children Shirley and Nigel as well as his family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
O’FLAHERTY. Unforgettable, unfading and enshrined memories of CARMELINA, a reliable companion, a supporting friend and a beloved wife, on the 12th anniversary of her meeting the Risen Jesus Christ, Our Lord. Charles.
PACE – WEPPI. On the 23rd anniversary of his death. Remembered with love by Pamela, Dennis, Elizabeth and George.
PELLEGRINI PETIT – ALDA. In loving memory on the anniversary of her death. Her sons Paul and Tonio and daughter Rose and families.
STAGNO NAVARRA – ALFRED. Tomorrow being the fifth anniversary of his passing away. Deeply missed and fondly remembered by his wife Mary and son Frederick.