The marriage between WALTER XUEREB and KATHLEEN VELLA ZARB took place at St Ignatius chapel, Sliema, on September 25, 1976. Mgr Carmelo Xuereb officiated. Congratulations, health and happiness to dear mum and dad from your children Daniela and her husband Ryan Scicluna and Matthew and his wife Ann, as well as your treasured grandchildren Kyle, Martina and Michela. Thank you for everything you do for us all.

Obituaries

COLEIRO. On September 24, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOSEPH, aged 82, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his devoted wife Marisa née Anastasi, his daughters Carmen and her husband Jean Pierre Ellul Castaldi, Lucienne and her husband David Grima, his sons Massimo and his wife Vicky, Mark and his wife Tisha, his grandchildren Francesca, Alexia, Martina and their respective spouses, Carla, Jessica, Steven, Michael, Emma, Max and Rebecca, his great-grandchildren Benjamin, Charlotte, Giulia, Sebastian and James, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday, September 27, at 8.30am for Jesus of Nazareth church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9am, followed by interrment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, would be appreciated. The family would like to thank all staff at Mater Dei Hospital for their long and dedicated care. Lord grant him eternal rest.

DARMANIN. On September 22, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOSEPH, known as Gużeppi l-Ħaddied, of Żejtun, residing in Tarxien, aged 69, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his irreparable loss his wife Ċensina, his children Marvic and her husband Gino Borg-Marks, Duncan and his partner Greta, his grandchildren Rakela, Julia, Kelly and Casey, his brothers and sisters, his in-laws and their families, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital, tomorrow, Monday, September 26, at 7.15am for Our Lady of the Annunciation parish church, Tar­xien, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 7.45am followed by interment at Żejtun cemetery. Donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FARRUGIA. On September 24, KARMENU, of Mqabba, aged 73, widower of Julia, passed peacefully away at Mater Dei Hospital. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved daughter Anna-Elisa, his siblings and those of his late wife, as well as other family and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 3pm for Mqabba parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 3.30pm followed by interment in the family grave at the same parish’s cemetery.

SAMUT-TAGLIAFERRO. On September 22, MARIE-CELINE, née ALOISIO, widow of Stephen, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her sons Nicholas and his wife Rhona and Stephen and his wife Arianne, her grandchildren Stephanie and her partner Micko, Alexia, Ella, Jeremy, Suzanne and Sarah, her great- granddaughter Alexandra, her sisters Rose Marie Blease and Elizabeth Aloisio, her brothers Alfred and Alexander Aloisio, her sister-in-law Lena Giorgio, nephews and nieces and their families. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow, Monday, September 26, at 1.30pm for St Gregory’s parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 2pm followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

In Memoriam

BORDA. In loving memory of my dear mother MARY on the 39th anniversary of her demise. Forever in my heart. Your only daughter Marlene and family.

CHETCUTI. In loving memory of JOSEPHINE, today the first anniversary of her meeting with the Lord. Always in the thoughts and prayers of her family and friends. Lovingly remembered by her sons Hector, Oliver and Paul, daughters-in-law, grandchildren together with their spouses and great-grandchildren. A Mass for her repose will be said on Tuesday, September 27 at 7pm at the chapel of the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary, St Francis Street, Balzan. Lord, grant her eternal peace.

FARRUGIA. In loving memory of ANTHONY on the 18th anniversary of his passing away. Please remember him in your prayers. His family.

LA ROSA – STEPHEN. In everlasting memory of a dear son-in-law to Vicky and Joe Pace Ross and a loved brother-in-law to George, Adrian, Julian and Martina, Paul and Nadine and nephews and nieces, being the fourth anniversary of his passing away. May he rest in peace.

LA ROSA – STEPHEN. Remembering, today and every day, a truly special friend. We will never forget the moments we shared with Steve. His memory lives on in our hearts. God, grant him eternal rest.

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.
Friendship leaves a memory no one can steal.”
Joelle and Henry, Linda and Joseph and their families.

LEEKS. In ever loving memory of WILLIAM who died under tragic circumstances 45 years ago today. Gone but never forgotten by his mother Frances and his brother Franklin.

MARGUERAT – LAURA, 29.9.2013.

That smile, that heart
So true and kind
What beautiful memories
You left behind.
Though absent,
You are always near
Still missed, still loved
And always dear.

You are welcome to join us for the 6.30pm Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes parish church, San Ġwann, on Thursday, September 29. Carol, Celine, Claude, Marielle, Maud, Cynthia.

MONTAGUE – LAURA, September 26, 1998. Our thoughts are of Laura and for her family on this day and every day; please remember her and pray for her family. Louise, Douglas, Alexander, Stephen and Emily.

PIZZUTO – RONALD V. and MARYANNE. Today being the 31st anniversary of their tragic death. Fondly remembered by their son Arthur, his wife Elaine and their grandsons Matthew and Andrew. May God grant them eternal rest.

PIZZUTO – RONALD and MARYANNE. In memory of my beloved parents, today the 31st anniversary of their tragic death in France. Sadly missed and never forgotten by their daughter Nadya, husband Vince and grandson Duncan. Lord, grant them eternal rest. A prayer is kindly solicited.

SPITERI – JOSEPH of Ħamrun, 19.1.1941-26.9.2015. In loving memory, on the first anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by his wife Sylvia, daughter Anna Maria, her husband Sammy and granddaughters Samantha and Roxanne. Always in our hearts, memories and prayers.

VELLA – JOSEPH JOHN. Treasured memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather on the sixth anniversary of his demise. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

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