CAMILLERI. On May 6, at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, LAWRENCE of St Julians, aged 82, passed away peacefully. He leaves to mourn his great loss his wife Antonia, née Azzopardi, his son Christopher, his daughter Alex and her husband Clive, his grandchildren James, Joanne, Jennifer, Stefan and Jarrad, his sister Georgina, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 1.15 p.m. for Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish church, Balluta, where Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated at 2 p.m., followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Hospice Malta, Balzan, would be greatly appreciated. The family would like to thank the Hospice Services and staff at PCU, Sir Paul Boffa Hospital. Lord, grant him eternal peace.
WETTINGER. On May 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, ANGELO MATTHEW of Għargħur, aged 80, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his great loss his devoted wife Carmen, née Mousú, his only loving daughter Mariella and her husband Owen, his beloved granddaughters Justyne and Jeanelle, his nephew David and niece Caroline, their families, his wife’s family, neighbours and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for Għargħur parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated at 9 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated. Requiescat in Pace.
ZERAFA. On May 5, at Casa Antonia, Balzan, URSOLA, née, Mula, of Żurrieq (widow of Joseph), aged 86, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her irreparable loss her children David and his wife Catherine, Nazzarene and his wife Maria (resident in Australia), Catherine and her husband Alexander Galea, Richard and his wife Jane, Joe and his wife Lina, Mario and his wife Josette, and her sister-in-law Maria Abdilla, their families, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Malta and abroad, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Casa Antonia today at 2.45 p.m. for St Catherine parish church, Żurrieq, where Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated at 3.30 p.m. followed by interment in the family grave at San Leone Cemetery, Żurrieq. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated. The family would like to express its thanks and gratitude to the staff of Casa Antonia, and the doctors and nurses involved in her care at Mater Dei Hospital, especially Ward M2. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
Requiem Mass
Today the anniversary of the passing away of JOHN PORTELLI, the 8.30 a.m. Mass at St John of the Cross parish church, Ta’ Xbiex, will be said for the repose of his soul. Always remembered, John and Vicky, Francis and Louise and their families.
In Memoriam
BOOKER. Treasured memories of a dear, beloved sister, ELVIRA MARIA, on the third anniversary of her demise. Her sister Mary, brothers Edwin, Alex and family.
CAMILLERI. Treasured memories of our beloved LOUIS P. on the 14th anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. Forever remembered and sadly missed. Margaret, Rosette, Berna-dette, Theresa.
CINI. Loving and unfaded memories of MARION, née Asciak, today the 26th anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her father Paul, her brothers William, Ronald, Michael and their respective families.
FARRUGIA – JOAN MARY. On your 20th anniversary. Forever remembered and loved. Your family.
FARRUGIA – JOAN. Remembering a very dear friend on the 20th anniversary of her death. Still sadly missed. Helmina.
FARRUGIA – JOAN. On the 20th anniversary of her demise. A true friend, sadly missed. Elvia, Edward and family.
FAVA – LINA. A beloved mother fondly remembered, especially today. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Mario, Reggie, Marcelline and their families.
GAUCI – JOSEPH. Loving memories of a dear father on the 62nd anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Phyllis, Neville, Tania, Paul and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GOUDER – BEATRICE. On the seventh anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her children Joseph, Monica and Gloria. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated today at 7 a.m. at the Conversion of St Paul church, Cospicua. A prayer is solicited.
MIFSUD – MARLENE, née Mulligan. Today is the 14th anniversary when our Mar, a most beloved wife and mother, passed away to eternal rest. Beautiful memories of a close knit family still linger on with never a day going by without mentioning her name. Denis, Séan and Aida, Peter and Joanna and Mark, Kieran, Nico and Matt, grandchildren she so yearned to see.
MIFSUD. Fondest memories of our dear friend MARLENE. Anne and Thelma.
MUSCAT – LILY. On the 17th anniversary of her passing away. Never forgotten by her daughter Elaine and Frans, son Stephen and Carmen. Today’s evening Mass at the Risen Christ church, Pembroke, will be said for the repose of her soul.
PORTELLI. In ever loving memory of JOHN who passed away 58 years ago today. Always remembered. Charles and his family.
Personal
The Farrugia family of Floriana would like to thank the Rev. Clergy who concelebrated the funeral Mass, all relatives and friends who attended the funeral, sent cards and flowers or in any way showed their sympathy on the loss of their beloved FRANCIS XAVIER FARRUGIA who went to meet the Risen Lord on May 6, 2012. Special thanks go to all the staff of Roseville Home, Attard and Fr Gordon Refalo. Donations to Hospice Malta, Balzan, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
International Music Festival
The 16th edition of the Bir Miftuħ International Music Festival, organised by Din l-Art Ħelwa in the unique medieval ambiance of the church of Santa Marija ta’ Bir Miftuħ, opens on May 26 with a string recital by the Kalypso Ensemble. The event is supported by the Italian Embassy and the Italian Cultural Institute.
A classical guitar recital by Ulrich Rasche will follow on June 1, thanks to the German Embassy. A string recital by Agnès Pyka on the violin and Edouard Sapey-Triomphe on the violoncello will be held on June 9 by courtesy of the French Embassy and Alliance Française de Malte – Méditerranée.
All concerts start at 8 p.m. Tickets cost €20 per person and include refreshments after the performance.
For reservations and further information contact Din l-Art Ħelwa on 2122 0358/2122 5952 or at info@dinlarthelwa.org.
Power Cuts
There will be power cuts in the following localities tomorrow:
Between 8 a.m. and noon in Fejgel, Ħobbejża and Ħaddiem streets, Rabat.
Between 8 a.m. and noon in Brieqex, Daħla ta’ San Tumas, Ramla and Strejnu streets, Żejtun.
Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.in Dun Filippu Borg Street, Birkirkara.
Between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. in F W Ryan, E Bradford, Torri tal-Kaptan, Torri Gauci, Sir H. Luke, Santa Marija and Kappella ta’ Xagħra streets, Naxxar.
Between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. in Trinċetta, Kultellazz, Bufula Ħamra, Alwetta, Rużinjol and Żakak streets, Mosta.
Between 8.30 and 10.30 a.m. in Fanal and Ġonna streets, Għasri.
Between 8.30 a.m. and 3 p.m. in Ħamrija, Imġarr, Jean De La Valette, Majmuna, Mitħna, Sant’Eliżabetta, Silver Jubilee Ground and Indipendenza streets, Xewkija.
Between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Mikielanġ Sapiano, Kaċċa, San Martin, Għeneb, Għasir, Tnax ta’ Mejju, Ġanni Bonnici and Philip Gatt streets, Żebbuġ.
Between noon and 4 p.m. in Tal-Ħlas, Mdina, Siġġiewi, Luret Cutajar, Qoton, Watar, Raddiena, Maħluġ, PoetaNazzjonali and Għarram streets, Żebbuġ.
Local Council Meeting today
Zebbug at 5.30 p.m.