BONNICI. On May 13, at Mater Dei Hospital, CONNIE, widow of Maurice, aged 92, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children, Peter and his wife Caroline, Martin and his wife Tessa, and Sandra and her husband Richard Aquilina, her grandchildren Lisa and Martin, Sarah and John, Mark and Raphaelle, Theresa and John, Nikki and Max, Faye and Andrew, Janis and Paul, her great-grandchildren Nicola, Kate, John, Emma, Amy, Amy and Ana, her very devoted carer Fely, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow for Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 2pm, followed by interment at St George Cemetery, Naxxar. No flowers by request but donations to Puttinu Cares Children’s Cancer Support Group, Rainbow Ward, Mater Dei Hospital, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
BUSUTTIL. On May 12, SALVINO, passed away peacefully, aged 79, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his sons Jonathan and his wife Daniela, David Raphaël and his wife Noella, his granddaughters Rakel and Sabine, his brothers and sisters, Joseph and his wife Anna, Anna and her husband Sunnie Farrell, Victor and his wife Lois and Carmen and her husband Anthony Borg Barthet, his in-laws Claire Zarb, Anna and Robert Tua, and Michael and Ann Zarb, his many nephews, nieces, other relatives, and friends, amongst whom Victoria Attard Kingswell. The funeral cortège leaves St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, on Monday, May 16 at 8.15am for Mġarr parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated at 9am, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Society of Jesus will be greatly appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CALLUS. On May 13, at Mater Dei Hospital, CARMEL (Lino), of Balzan, aged 72, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Mary, his daughters Susan and Nadine and her husband Stefan, his in-laws Paul, Tony, Grace and her husband George, Tessie and her husband John, Stan and his wife Moira, his niece Jade, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 2pm for Our Lady of the Annunciation parish church, Balzan, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 2.30pm, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, would be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CILIA. On May 11, PAUL, aged 95, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Lorenza and her husband Tony, Charles and his wife Marion, Maria, Joseph and his wife Josette, Jane, and architect Ġorġ and his wife Amalia, his grandchildren Keith and Judith, Alison, Joseph, JeanPaul and Shirelle, Mark, Karl, Craig, Nicole, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves St Luke’s Hospital today at 1.15pm for St George’s parish church, Qormi, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 2pm, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PELLEGRINI PETIT. On May 13, Notary PETER PAUL PELLEGRINI PETIT, aged 100, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church and surrounded by his family. He leaves to mourn his loss his dear wife Lina, née Grech Cumbo, his children Myriam and Martin, Cecilia and Tonio, Edward and Rosalie, Lucienne and Robert, Ariane and Paul, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, his brother Tonio and Rosemary, Gaby, widow of Joe and his sister Rose Martin, numerous nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Special thanks to the carers of Casa Arkati, Mosta. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
SPITERI. On May 13, at Gozo General Hospital, FRANCIS of Ta’ Mena Estate Xagħra, Gozo, widower of Carmen (Mena), née Zammit, father of Joseph and his wife Marnése, Margaret, Philip and his wife Josette, Mark and his wife Joyce, and Patrick and his wife Marvic, grandfather and great-grandfather to Karol, Angele and Celine, Marija and Chris, Earl and Atalia, Kyanne and Andrew, Benjamin, Ela and Philip, Marilyn, Christine and Barnaby, Karla, David, Paul and Marija. Also his sisters Mananni and Giovanna, his brother Karmenu, numerous other relatives and friends. Will always be remembered as a hard worker, tiller of land and nature and animal lover. The funeral cortège leaves Gozo General Hospital on Monday, May 16 at 4.30pm for the Nativity of Our Lady Basilica, Xagħra, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 5pm, followed by interment at Xagħra cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
In Memoriam
CACHIA CARUANA – ANTOINE. Cherished memories of a dear husband and father on the first anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers, Jo, Edward and Silvana, Richard, Francis, Louise and Tonio. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CACHIA CARUANA – ANTOINE. Fond and treasured memories of a loving grandfather and great-grandfather, on the first anniversary of his passing. Sorely missed by David and Katya, Matthew and Lucienne, Malcolm, Francesco, Philip, Michaela, Francesca, Timmy, and Amelia.
FARRUGIA – POLLY (Pupe). In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, today being the third anniversary of her demise. Dearly missed by her daughter Rita, husband Victor and grandchildren Gianluca and Pearl. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
NAUDI – VIDA. Cherished memories of a caring and loving mother and grandmother on the 23rd anniversary of her passing away. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Olivia, Ilona, Vincent, Greta, David and Francesca.
NAUDI. Remembering our dearest sister VIDA. Always in our thoughts and prayers, especially on the 23rd anniversary of her passing away. Mona, Suni, Jojo, nephews and nieces.
PEPLOW. Cherished memories of a beloved wife, mother and nanna, JOYCE, née Joyce, especially today being the 20th anniversary of her passing away.
Quickly and quietly came the call,
Your sudden departure shocked us all.
Only we who have lost can tell
The loss of our loved one without farewell.
Your life was full of loving deeds
Forever thoughtful to all our needs.
Today, tomorrow and our whole life through,
We will always love and cherish you.
Always in our hearts and prayers. Edgar, William, Alice and family.
PEPLOW. Treasured and everlasting memories of dearest JOYCE, a beloved sister and aunt, on the 20th anniversary of her meeting the Risen Lord. Always in our thoughts and prayers, Louise and family.
ZAMMIT TABONA. In loving memory of DOROTHY on the seventh anniversary of her demise. Never forgotten by her dear carer Marie Zammit.
Power cuts
Due to scheduled maintenance works on the electricity grid there may be power cuts in or in parts of the following areas TODAY.
Between 8am and 2pm in Cospicua and Għajn Dwieli roads, in Admiralty, Fr Charles Plater, Vittmi tax-Xogħol, Workers Unions, Wied Blandun, Ġużeppi Agius, Ħidma and Dock streets, in alleys No. 1 and 2 Għajn Dwieli Road, and in 28th April Avenue, Paola.
Between 8am and 3pm in Ġojjin, Summien, Gamiem, Wenzu Mintoff, Madre Margerita De Brincat, Wied Ħmar, Ta’ Xuxa, Wied il-Lunzjata, Bies, Dr Anton Calleja, Franġisk u Roża Camilleri, 10th March 1885, St Peter and St Paul, Our Lady of Saccour, Ta’ Xewka, Independence, Ħorġ, Xagħri, Kalandrijiet, Sarg, Tower, Ta’ Berrini, Ġużè Flores, Għajn Tuta, Ta’ Pejpu, Petri and Carmelites street, in alleys No. 1 in St Gregory Street, Nos 2 and 3 in St Gregory Square, and No. 1 in Ġużeppi Briffa Street, in Ta’ Xirfi, St Gregory and Orvieto squares, and in Xagħri area, Kerċem.
Between 8am and noon in Msida and Dun Gejtanu Mannarino roads, and in War Victims, Paris, Tal-Qattus, Kalċidon Gatt, Tower, Qasab and Wejter streets, Birkirkara.
Between 9am and 6pm in Jonju, Sirti, Baltiku, Bies, Baħar Iswed, Ortolan, Bosfru, Tirren, Adrijatiku and Mediterran streets, San Ġwann.
For assistance, contact Enemalta on 8007 2224.