CAMILLERI KAMSKY. On May 17, at home, JOHN, aged 88, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his great loss his beloved children Michael and his wife Greta and Marisa and her husband Steve Conti, his adored grandchildren Simon, Francesca, Michael, Rebekah, Nicola, Andrew and Martine, their respective spouses, and his precious great-grandchildren Matthew and David, together with other relatives and friends. Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated today at 9.30 a.m. at San Ġwann parish church, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Donations to St Claire’s Monastery, St Julians. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GLASS. On May 17, at Mater Dei Hospital, EDITH, née Bates, widow of Thomas, aged 90, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Thomas, Pamela and her husband Peter, Jeremy and Shirley, her grandchildren Patrick and his wife Alison, Claire and her husband Michael, Simon and his wife Rachael, Sarah and her husband Jonathan, Laura and Luke, Elaine and Vince, Christian and Diane, AnneMarie and Alain, Rosie, Daniel and his wife Karen and Emily, her great-grandchildren, neighbours and friends. Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated tomorrow at 2 p.m. at St Julians parish church, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery (back gate). The family thank the staff at Mater Dei Hospital for their dedication and care. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
In Memoriam
DISTEFANO – FRANK. Remembered with so much love, especially today the fifth anniversary of his death. His wife Rose, his children Ivan, Claude and Nicolette and their families. May he rest in peace.
GALEA. Cherished memories of FRANK, a dear brother and uncle, today the 12th anniversary of his demise. Constantly in our thoughts and prayers. Mima, Cynthia and Claire.
GREGORY – MAURICE. Everlasting memories of a beloved father and grandfather on the 38th anniversary of his death. May he rest in the peace of the Lord’s green pastures. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his children Walter and Joanna, Cecilia and Godfrey, Francis, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
KELLY. In loving memory of a dear friend, MYRIAM, on the sixth anniversary of her death. Marianne and grandchildren.
MESSINA-FERRANTE – EDWARD J. Treasured memories of a dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather, today the 29th anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts and prayers. His family.
SCERRI – CATERINA. In loving memory of a dearly beloved mother and grandmother on the 24th anniversary of her demise. Her daughters Maria and Yolanda, her grandchildren Vinicio and Loredana and their respective families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
SCICLUNA – DANNY. On the 16th anniversary of his death. Never forgotten. Laurence and Steve.
SELVAGI. In loving memory of our dearest JOAN, a wonderful wife and mother, today being the second anniversary of her passage to eternal life. Much loved and so sadly missed by Raphael, Joanna, Paula and John Paul. “To the world you were one, to us you were the world”.
SELVAGI. In sweet and loving memory of my dearly beloved sister JOAN on the second anniversary of her meeting the Risen Lord. So loved and so very missed by David and Charmaine.
SELVAGI. Treasured memories of our joyful and affectionate auntie JOAN, today being the second anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers, her nephews Christopher and Adrian and her niece Felicity.
SELVAGI. Deep in our hearts, JOAN, you will always be. Loved, missed and remembered every day. Christiane and Ian.
SELVAGI. In loving memory of JOAN on the second anniversary of her demise. Deep in our hearts you’ll always stay, loved and remembered every day. Anne, Maryanne, Lucienne, Chris, Lara, Andrew and Edward.
Wind ensemble concert
The Cosmos Wind Ensemble will perform at the first of Din l-Art Ħelwa’s fund raising Bir Miftuħ concerts on Saturday. The group is made up of Rebecca Hall (Canada) on the flute, John McDonough (UK) on the oboe, Godfrey Mifsud (Malta) on the clarinet and Ulrike Buhlmann (Germany) on the bassoon. The programme includes works by Rossini, Albert Garzia, J. Françaix, Mozart and Mike Curtis. The event is supported by the German Embassy. Booking is through the offices of Din l-Art Ħelwa at 133, Melita Street, Valletta. Tickets are also available at the door on the night of the performance. For more information call 2122 0358/2122 5952 or e-mail info@dinlarthelwa.org.
Power cuts
There will be power cuts tomorrow as follows:
Between 8 a.m. and noon in Daħla ta’ San Tumas, Ramla and Strejnu Streets in Żejtun.
Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Anżalor, Bruka, Helen Buhagiar, Bwieraq, Ċiklamini, Ċikwejra, Ċinerarja, Maria De Dominicis, Fortress, Freżja, Fuxa, Dun A. Gambin, Gardenja, Garnaw, Għansar, Għeneb Id-Dib, Għargħar, Ġibjun, Ġilju, Ħalib it-Tajr, Ħannewija, Iris, Stefanotis, Kaħwiela, Klematis, Lellux, Ġuljetta Lopez, Margeriti, Dun M. Mifsud, Bice Mizzi Vassallo, Pensjeri, Peprin, Prinjoli, Rand, St Puis X, Inez Soler, Tursin il-Bir, Katerina Vitale and Żnuber streets, Luqa Road and Dawret it- Torri in Santa Luċija.
Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in St Bartolomew, Vitorja, Antonio Muscat Fenech and Fontanier streets and Narbona Square in Qormi.
Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Brittanica, Luqa, Raħeb and L- Isqajjaq streets, Nofsinhar, Tramuntana and Suq alleys and Republic and Suq squares in Tarxien.
Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Ċikas, Fikus, Foss, Fraxxnu, Ġilju, Ġiżimina, Klin, Luq, Mina ta’ Hompesch, Pellegrinaġġ tar-Roti, Ponsjetta, Rand and Ward Streets in Żabbar.
Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Bieb, Misk and Amabile Sisner Streets in Fgura.
Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Luqa Road, Paola.
Between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. in Mellieħa and Miżieb streets in Mellieħa.
Between 8 p.m. and 3 p.m. in Wardija, Sufsafa and Ta’ Ħanxara areas and San Martin and Wardija streets in Wardija.
Between 8 p.m. and 3 p.m. in San Xmun, Santa Maria, Sir Luigi Preziosi, Dawret il-Gżejjer, Winter and Plajjet Bognor streets in St.Paul’s Bay.
Between 8 p.m. and 3 p.m. in Ċensu Busuttil, Geranium, Kampanella, Liedna, Riħan, St Peter and A.M. Valperga streets in Fgura.
Chasing Pandora in Għaxaq concert
Chasing Pandora have been invited as Winter Moods’ special guests to perform live at the Għaxaq football ground on May 27 at 8 p.m. in aid of the Puttinu Cares For Children Fund.
Entrance is free, however donations will be collected at the venue and can also be made by SMS on 5061 7380 for a €2.33 donation, on 5061 8939 for a €6.99 donation and 5061 9225 for a €11.65 donation.
KSU setting up alumni society
The University Students’ Council (KSU) will be celebrating its 110th anniversary this year by setting up an alumni society. The annual general meeting will be held on Saturday at the University common room at 4 p.m. All alumni are welcome to attend and can contact Justin Fenech on info@justinfenech.com.
ID offices to close for referendum
The identity card offices in Valletta and Victoria will be closed between May 23 and 28. The offices will open again on May 30. The Electoral Commission said the offices will be closed because of work connected to the national referendum. People who have lost their ID cards will still be served between May 23 and 26.
Local council meeting today
Birżebbuġa - 1.30 p.m.