ATTARD – MICHAEL JOSEPH, succumbed peacefully at Joseph Brant Hospital on Saturday, July 23, at the age of 76, following a ten-year struggle with kidney disease. Michael was the beloved husband of Lily Attard (Grech) for 52 years and loving father to Ken, Mark and his late daughter, Rachel, as well as his cherished daughters-in-law, Cheryl and Mary Beth. ‘Nannu’ was adored by his grandchildren, Evan (18), Cassia (15), Hayden (14), and Julian (11), and he followed their active lives passionately. He is also survived in Malta by his dear sisters, Rose Spiteri (Charles) and Margaret Delicata (Lino). Michael will be greatly missed by the extended Attard and Grech families and his friends in Malta and Canada. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at St Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 2265 Headon Road, Burlington, Ontario, Canada, on Tuesday, August 2 at 10.30am, with a reception to follow at the church. A memorial service will also be held at St Patrick’s Salesian church, Sliema, on Monday, August 1 at 7.30pm. Memorial donations can be made to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, where loving care had been provided for his daughter Rachel, or to The Kidney Foundation of Canada in memory of Michael Attard.
BRINCAT – VINCENT (Ċensu). In loving memory of a dear father and a cherished uncle who passed away on May 17 in Reading, UK. A memorial service will be held tomorrow, Friday, July 29, at 10am, at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel, followed by interment. The attendance of family and friends will be greatly appreciated.
God has you in His keeping
We have you in our hearts.
Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CAMILLERI. On July 25, Fr EMMANUEL CAMILLERI, aged 74, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He is mourned by his sisters Mariross, Frances, Josephine and Georgia, his brothers Karist, John, Fr Tarcisio and Simon, spouses, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. The funeral service will be held tomorrow, Friday, July 29 at 5pm at Sannat parish church. Mass will be presided over by Bishop Mgr Mario Grech. Even in death, Fr Emmanuel made a charitable gesture by donating his body to the University of Malta for scientific research. The family would like to thank the staff at San Lawrenz Nursing Home and at Gozo General Hospital for their tremendous care and support. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
FARRUGIA. On July 27, at Sir Anthony Mamo Oncology Centre, ISABELLA, née Tua, after a short illness bravely borne. She leaves to mourn her great loss her beloved husband David and her treasured sons Andrew, and Matthew and his partner Helen, her brothers and sisters, Marie Therese and her husband Maurice Zarb Adami, Robert and his wife Anna, Lucienne and her husband Anthony Borg Caruana, Richard and his wife Vicky, Arthur and his wife Claire, John and his wife Roberta, her mother-in-law Violet Farrugia, sisters-in-law Anne and her husband Philip Cassar and Tanya and her husband Ivan Esposito, aunts, nephews and nieces, cousins, other relatives and many friends, especially from the sailing and tennis community. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Saturday, July 30 at 8.45am for Msida parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated at 9.15am, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. The family thanks the doctors and nurses of Ward 1 at the Oncology Centre for their care and attention during Isabella’s illness. No flowers by request, but donations to Puttinu Cares Children’s Cancer Support Group, Rainbow Ward, Mater Dei Hospital, would be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
NICHOLSON. On July 16, at her residence in the UK, MARCELLE, née Agius, passed away peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by her family. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Peter, her children Adam and Petra and their partners, her beloved grandchildren Aaron, Nicole and George, her sisters Marie Rose Gardner, Marlene Hutchinson and Marita Osler and their families, her brother Austin his wife Monica, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces and her many friends. The funeral will take place at St Alphege church, Oldfield Park, Bath on Friday, August 5. Donations to Dorothy House via G.F. Hunt Funeral Directors at Oldfield Park will be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
WALKER. On July 2, ELEANOR THERISA ANGEL, aged 33, passed away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughter, her mother Josephine, widow of Michael John, her sister Melissa and her husband Sam and their children Freddie and Jessica, her brothers Jack Allen and his girlfriend Sophia, Andy Bob Allen, her sister Beverly and her boyfriend Owen, in-laws, cousins, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Monday, August 1, at 8.30am for St Julian’s parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 9am, followed by interment at Qrendi cemetery. People are invited not to wear black and possibly get a battery candle.
In Memoriam
ATTARD BONDI – IRENE. Today being the eighth anniversary of her passing away to a better life. Sadly missed but always in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly remembered by Denis and Michelle, her grandchildren Emma and Matthew, relatives and friends. Next Sunday’s, July 31 noon Mass at the Salesian Oratory chapel, Sliema, will be offered for her soul.
CAMILLERI. Treasured and unfading memories of EVELYN, a devoted and wonderful wife and mother, on the anniversary of her meeting with the Lord. Always in our hearts and remembered in our prayers. Joseph, Fiona, Jeremy-James and Wayne-Clark. Lord, grant her eternal peace.
DARMANIN – GEORGE. In loving memory of our dear father, today the 21st anniversary of his demise. Always in our prayers. Helen, Margaret and Valerie.
DARMANIN – JOSEPH. In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather on the 27th anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His daughter, sons and in-laws.
GENOVESE. Cherished memories of JOSEPH LEWIS, a loving husband and exemplary father, especially today the 10th anniversary of his demise. “For those who believe in Your love, death is but the gateway to Life” (St Bernard of Clairvaux). Mima, Cynthia and Claire.
GENOVESE – JOSEPH. Loving memories of an uncle and great uncle on the 10th anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Jackie and Adrian, Isabelle, Corinne and Joe, Mark and Audrey and the children.
MANARA – Dr ALDO MANARA. In treasured memory of our beloved brother who died on July 28, 2005. Liana and Victor, Mireille and Norman, Edward.
MIRONE – FABIO. Today being the third anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Fondly remembered by Bobby and his daughter Elena. Tomorrow’s 6.30pm Mass at Balzan parish church will be offered for the repose of his soul. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, may perpetual light shine upon him, may he rest in peace. Amen.
MIRONE. In loving memory of a dear brother-in-law, FABIO, today being the third anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Fondly remembered by Kay and Philip, Paul and Liz, George, Stephen and Angela, together with all his nephews and nieces. A prayer is kindly solicited.
WONFOR LOWELL – MADELEINE. Remembering our beloved sister who passed away in the month of June eight years ago. Sadly missed and always in the hearts and prayers of her siblings John, Robert, Rita and their families.
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