GALEA. On June 12, at Boffa Hospital, ANĠLU (ex-C&A Galea Contractors, Bidnija), aged 76, went to meet the Risen Lord. He leaves to mourn his loss his children, their spouses, his grandchildren and families, great-grandchild, his sisters and brothers, in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 3.30pm for Mosta parish church, where Mass will be celebrated at 4pm, followed by interment at Mosta cemetery. Donations to Hospice Malta would be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GRECH. On the morning of June 13, EVELYN, widow of Salvinu, from Paola, residing at Mġarr, aged 89, passed peacefully away at home, surrounded by her family and in the grace of our Risen Lord. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Mario and his wife Nathalie, Marisa and her husband Ray, her grandchildren Marsha and her husband Ian, Marc and Andrea, and her nephews and nieces, among whom Odette, and their spouses, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass praesente cadavere, will be held at Christ the King parish church, Paola, tomorrow at 10am, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Radju Marija would be appreciated.
MICALLEF. On June 9, in Sydney, Australia, MARY, née Farrugia, formerly of Valletta and Mosta, widow of Carmel, passed peacefully away surrounded by her family. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Noel, Josette and Marpie, their spouses and nine grandchildren, all living in Sydney. In Malta she is mourned by her brother Fr Robert Farrugia, OC, her sister Nanette, wife of Mario Spiteri, her in-laws Tommy Micallef and his wife Mary, Notary Dr Francis Micallef, nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends. The funeral takes place in Sydney on Friday. A Mass for the repose of her soul is going to be celebrated on Thursday at 5pm at Pax et Bonum chapel, Cassar Street, Mosta. The attendance of relatives and friends will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her 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 tomorrow at 10am at Marija Bambina parish church, Mellieħa, followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations to Hospice Malta, Balzan, would be greatly appreciated. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.
PACE. On June 12, MARIA DOLORES (Doris), widow of Francis Xavier, residing at Birkirkara, aged 88, passed peacefully away at Mater Dei Hospital, surrounded by her family and comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Joe and his wife Isabella, Judy and her husband Anthony Zammit, Jonathan and his wife Josette, her grandchildren Becky and her husband Andrea Trapani, Susan, Elena and Erika. She is also mourned by her in-laws Vivienne Cassar, Joseph Pace, Antoinette Evershed and Antida Gatt, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30pm for Santa Marija parish church (il-knisja l-qadima) Birkirkara, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2pm, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Marija Addolorata cemetery. Donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. May the Almighty God grant her eternal rest.
PORTELLI. On June 12, at Mater Dei Hospital, HELEN, aged 68, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her sister Rose Marie and her brothers Lino and his wife Censina, and Joe and his wife Margaret, her numerous nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday at 1.45pm for St Gregory’s parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.15pm, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
VELLA. On June 12, at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, CHARLIE (Carmel), of Rabat, aged 69, passed peacefully away, surrounded by his family and comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Vivienne née Gauci, his children Sharon and her husband Stephen, Denise and her husband Steve, his adored granddaughters Thea and Kaley, his mother-in-law Carrie, his brothers and sisters, their husbands and wives and their children, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8am for St Dominic’s church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30am, followed by interment at Mellieħa cemetery. Donations to Hospice Malta, Balzan, will be greatly appreciated. Lord grant him eternal rest.
ZERAFA. On June 13, MARY, widow of John, aged 72, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her son Andre and his wife Audrey Demicoli and her beloved granddaughter Giulia. She is also mourned by her in-laws Saviour and Jane Demicoli, her niece Katia and husband Pierre, her nephew Karl Schembri and her dear cousin Marthese. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30pm for St Gregory’s parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 2.15pm. May God grant her eternal rest. No flowers by request but donations to Hospice Malta would be greatly appreciated.
In Memoriam
AGIUS – LOUIS. In loving memory of a dear husband and father on the fifth anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Kristina and his daughters Roberta and her husband Nikol, Mikela and her husband Aaron. Always in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.
CACHIA – NORMAN. In loving memory, on the ninth anniversary of his demise. Never forgotten by his wife Lilian and daughter Luana and her husband Chris. Always in our thoughts and prayers.
CASSAR TORREGGIANI. In ever loving memory of ANTONIO who departed this life 56 years ago. Always fondly remembered by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Malta, the UK and the US, as well as at the 8.30am Mass at Balzan parish church on Tuesday. “Come Holy Spirit, renew the face of the earth.”
De MARCO – VICTOR. In loving memory of a dearest father and grandfather on the 21st anniversary of his passing away. Fondly remembered and ever in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Victoria, Theresa, Alfred, Sandra, Anthony and David, their spouses and grandchildren.
ELLIS – RIKARDU. In loving memory of a dear friend on the anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Joe and Grace.
LOCHTENBERG. Cherished and unfading memories of FIONA, née Borda, a most loving daughter, on the first anniversary of her demise. Constantly and tenderly remembered by her mother. Mass at St Patrick’s church, Sliema, today is being said for the repose of her soul.
STILON – LORNA. In loving memory of a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, today the fifth anniversary of her passing away. Dearly missed by her husband Franco, her children Sarah, Simon and Sophie, their spouses and grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.