FARRUGIA. On August 15, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, MARY VIOLET, née Scicluna, a most beloved mother and grandmother, widow of Remiġ, aged 90, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Anne and her husband Philip Cassar, David, widower of Isabella, and Tanya and her husband Ivan Esposito, her grandchildren Mandy, Andrew, Matthew, Ian, Alex, and Katryna, their respective spouses and partners, her sister Josephine Redmen, residing in England, her in-laws, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence tomorrow, Thursday, August 18 at 2pm for Għargħur parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated at 2.30pm, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Hospice Malta, Balzan, will be greatly appreciated. The family would like to thank the medical staff and carers at St Vincent de Paul Residence, Block Pope John Paul II Ward 3 for their care, attention and support. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
GATT. On August 14, at Mater Dei Hospital, WALTER ANTHONY of Birkirkara, residing at Casa Arkati, Mosta, at the remarkable age of 100, went to meet the Risen Lord, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Annie née Cassar, his children Maria and Ben Muscat, John and Josephine Gatt, Edwidge Borg and Michael Symons, Christine and Bjorn Gillgren, Josianne Stottrup, his grandchildren Lara, Ben, Brian, Ian, Josef, Alexander, Mark, Annika, David, Jennifer and their respective partners, his great-grandchildren Jake, Kane, Kate, Luigi, Mia, Sienna, Lawrence and Rowan, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
In Memoriam
AMBROGIO. Remembering today our dear auntie MARY on the 23rd anniversary of her passing away. Never forgotten by her nephews and nieces. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
CAUCHI – YVONNE. In loving memory of a loving wife and mother on the 55th anniversary of her death. Always remembered by her family. May she rest in peace.
FABRI. In loving memory of CHRISTINE on the second anniversary of her passing away. Never forgotten by Alfred, Simon and Rosa-Eva, Angela and Simon, and her grandchildren David, Emma and Nick.
GALEA. Cherished memories of EDMEA, née Magri Overend, a dear mother and grandmother, especially today, the anniversary of her demise. Constantly in our thoughts and prayers. Mima, Cynthia and Claire.
MICALLEF. In loving memory of ALFRED on the 32nd anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His family.
Fundraising dinner
The Malta Dementia Society Support Group is organising its annual fundraising dinner on Friday, September 16 at the Corinthia Palace Hotel in Attard.
The dinner will take place around the petite pool (entrance through Oscar Testa Street) and features a wide selection of food, starting off with an antipasto and salad bar, followed by grilled food served off the barbeque, and ending with a choice of desserts.
The price of €25 for adults also includes an end-of-meal coffee and free flowing water throughout. A children’s menu is also available. Those aged six to 10 years of age pay €10 while under-fives go free. All attendees will also be able to participate in a lottery on the night.
In order to attend, please contact the support group for a booking form which must be sent in by September 6. Call on 9945 1625 or e-mail cuscfran@gmail.com. For more information, please refer to www.maltadementiasociety.org.mt or look up the Malta Dementia Society on Facebook.
Pasta by the sea
The Women’s Commission within Our Lady of the Lily Band Club of Mqabba is organising a social activity themed Pasta by the Sea on Friday at Qajjenza Bay, Birżebbuġa. A variety of food and drinks will be served and there will also be time for swimming.
Power cuts
Due to scheduled maintenance works on the electricity grid there may be power cuts in or in parts of the following areas TOMORROW.
Between 2am and 6am in Mosta Road, in St Aristarcus, Għabex, Villeġġjatura, Lampuki, Sand, Kaħli, Makku, Toni Bajjada, Conversion, Arznell, Patri Guzepp Calleja, St Luke, Patri Felic Sammut and Desguanez streets and in Wesgħa Mary Doris Zarb area, St Paul’s Bay.
Between 8am and noon in Blajjet, Sdieri, Għar Ix-Xama’ and Żonqor streets, Marsascala.
Between 8.30am and 12.30pm in Qaws Street, Dingli.
Between 8.30am and 1pm in St Andrew’s Road, Ratal, Qasam and Tal-Ibraġ streets, Swieqi.
Between 8.30am and 1pm in Dun Gużepp Farrugia street, Pembroke.
Between 10am and 1pm in St Mary, St John the Baptist and St Agatha streets, Sliema.
Between 2pm and 7pm in Sir Joseph Carbone Street, St Julian’s.
For assistance, contact Enemalta on 8007 2224.