ABEID. On August 17, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Khawla Elkhuja and Alaa Abeid, God’s precious gift of a first-born daughter – ROOBEEN, a most welcome sister to Hamza. Thanks to the staff and midwife Carmen Scerri. Special thanks to all the staff at the hospital for the care and proficiency, we really felt like we were with our family.
BUSUTTIL. David Raphaël and Noella née Dayal announce the wonderful arrival of their daughter SABINE, a most welcome grandchild for Captain and Mrs Anand Dayal and for Professor Salvino Busuttil, on August 21, 2012, at Mater Dei Hospital.
PALMER-MOREWOOD. On August 16, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Mandy and Nick, God’s precious gift of a first-born daughter – MIA. Thanks to the dedicated maternity staff, especially midwife Carmen Scerri and the obstetrician.
PORTELLI. On July 24, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Maria née Cauchi and Jean Karl, God’s precious gift of a daughter – MATTEA, a most welcome sister to Andrew. Special thanks to all the dedicated staff at Obstetrics 1 and midwife Michelle.
PULLICINO. On August 14, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Pauline née Agius, God’s precious gift of a son – LUIGI. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the maternity staff.
SAGUNA. On August 9, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Gillian née Leone Ganado and Edward, God’s precious gift of a daughter – BETTINA, a most welcome sister to Faith. Thanks be to God and Mary Help of Christians. Heartfelt thanks to the obstetrician, paediatrician, midwives and all the supporting staff at the hospital.
TANNER. On August 13, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Michaela née Hessler and Richard, God’s precious gift of a first-born daughter – SHANIA-CHAYENNE, a most welcome sister to Patrick and Jaqueline. Thanks to the obstetrician, paediatrician, midwife Carmen Scerri and all the maternity staff.
Marriages
Maj. BENJAMIN L. PSAILA and ANNA-MARIE WATSON
The marriage took place on July 7, between BENJAMIN, son of Winston and Jennifer Psaila of St Julian’s, and ANNA-MARIE, daughter of Edward and Susan Watson of Newcastle. The ceremony, held at the Eglise Reformee Arve Mont-Blanc, was celebrated by Pastor Isabelle Pierron. A reception at the Grand Hotel du Montenvers in Chamonix, France, followed. The bride was attended by Miss Sarah Smart. Adam Stout was pageboy. Owen Lombardi was best man. Eunice Smith and Gillian Markham were witnesses. David Watson and Peter Jones were ushers. Peter Jones was also master of ceremonies. The couple spent their honeymoon in Hawaii and have taken up temporary residence in Sydney.
Golden Wedding
Mr ALBERT DEBONO and Miss ANNE DEBONO
The marriage between ALBERT DeBono and ANNE Debono took place on August 26, 1962, at St Catherine of Siena church, Valletta. Fr Charles Vella officiated. Congratulations and best wishes from your children Tanya and her husband Mario and Noel and his wife Romina and your grandchildren Andrea, Gabriel, Maria Pia and Julia.
Obituaries
BRINCAT. On August 24, at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, CARMELO a.k.a. Charlie Xlugi, of Valletta, aged 62, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Doris, his daughter Lorraine and her husband Jeffrey Shaw and their son Neill, his daughter Marquita and her husband Paul Farrugia and their children Noah, Naomi, Aaron, Deborah, Joel and Ruth, his brothers and sisters Doris and her husband Charles Mallia, Joe and his wife Ġemma, Ċensina and her husband Ċensu Lapira, Ġuża widow of his brother Paul, many nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30 p.m. for St Paul’s parish church, Valletta, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Puttinu Cares and to Hospice Malta would be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
FALZON. On August 6, JOSEPH, originally of Cospicua, was called to meet the Risen Lord, aged 86. He lived in Melbourne. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Miriam, his children Rose Marie, Ray, Susan, Janice, Michael, Chris, and Michelle, his grandchildren as well as his sisters and brothers, Mary, Lawrence, Rose, Tony and Alfred, their respective families, other relatives and friends.
FALZON. On August 24, at St Catherine Home, Attard, M’ANNUNZJATA, of Birkirkara, aged 88, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She went to meet her husband Emanuel and her son Alfred and she leaves to mourn her loss her children Carmen, Josephine, Phyllis, Paul, Saviour, Mario, Elizabeth, Lillian, their respective husbands and wives, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Catherine Home on Tuesday at 8.30 a.m. for the Basilica of St Helen, Birkirkara, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m. followed by interment in the family vault at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal- Providenza, Siġġiewi, would be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest. The family would like to thank the community and carers of St Catherine Home for their care and dedication.
POLIDANO. On August 25, at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, Joe (a.k.a. Żeppi ta’ Borda), of Birżebbuġa, aged 66, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Viviene, his son Joseph, his daughter Rose and her husband Sandro, his grandchildren Alexia, Carla, Sean and Jessica, his brothers and sisters, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 2 p.m. for Birżebbuġa parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Lord grant him eternal rest.
In Memoriam
ATTARD – Dr JOHN. Remembering a dear husband and father, today being the 43rd anniversary of his demise. Lord, grant him eternal rest. His wife Emily and children.
BIANCHI. In loving memory of our dearest BLANCHE on the first anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. We all miss you so. Her husband Vivian and his family – Patricia Apap Bologna and her family and Robert Ayoub and his family. Mass in her memory will be said tomorrow at 6.30 p.m. at St Paul’s Shipwreck chapel, San Pawl tat-Tarġa. Relatives and friends are most welcome.
CARUANA – NICHOLAS. Treasured memories of a beloved father, today the 35th year of his demise. Still sadly missed and always in our thoughts and prayers. Rosella, Inez and family.
CASSAR. In memory of a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, ETHEL, August 29 the seventh anniversary of her death. Always loved and missed by her husband, her children, grandchildren, relatives and friends. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
DELIA – JOSEPHINE. Remembered with love and gratitude on her anniversary by her son, daughters and their families.
DEMAJO – ANNE MARY née Cefai. On Tuesday, being the second anniversary of her demise, a Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated at 6.30 p.m. at the Carmelite parish church, Balluta. Fondly remembered by Carmen, brothers, in-laws, nieces and nephews. We all love and miss you dearly. May she rest in peace.
ELLUL – VINCENT. Treasured memories of our father on the 19th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by Andrew and Elizabeth and the family.
GRECH – CHARLIE. Treasured memories of a beloved husband and daddy on the 15th anniversary of his passing over. Never forgotten and forever in our hearts. Diana, Jeremy and Charlene.
GRECH. In loving memory of LIAM who met our Lord on August 22, 2011. Always loved and never forgotten by his grandparents Francis and Mary, uncle Vince and aunt Miriam, cousins Romina, Peter and Matthias, Graziella and Jack.
GRECH. In loving memory of SYLVIA who passed on to a better life a year ago. Astrid, Tanya, Melanie and their families.
MICALLEF EYNAUD. Fond and loving memories of CAROL ANNE who passed away on August 20, 2008. Her daughters Chantal and Amanda. Mass for the repose of her soul will be said today at 7.30 p.m. at the Salesian Oratory, Sliema. May she rest in peace.
MIFSUD. In loving memory of HELEN (Lilly), née Bonnici, a loving mother and grandmother, today the ninth anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Tony, Angele and Vicky and their families. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said today at 5.30 p.m. at St Gregory’s parish church, Sliema.
OVEREND. In everlasting memory of WALTER and VERONICA on the 28th anniversary of their meeting with Our Lord. The family.
PIZZUTO. In loving memory of MABEL J., today being the 12th anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her nephews and nieces. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
TABONE – MARY. Treasured memories of a beloved mother and grandmother on her first anniversary. Her daughter Antonina and her husband Lino, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Mass for her repose will be said today at 10 a.m. at the Holy Family parish church, Iklin.
TANTI – JOSEPH. In ever loving memory of a very dear husband, father and grandfather on the 12th anniversary of his demise. Always with us in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Louise, children Maria, Joe, Vince and Anna and their spouses and all his grandchildren. The 6.30 p.m.Mass at St Luċija parish church will be offered for the repose of his soul. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.
Blood donation
The mobile blood donation unit will be available in Summit Square (ex-bus terminus), Birżebbugia, today from 8.30 a.m. till 1 p.m. If you feel healthy bring your ID card and donate blood. For further information call 7930 7307 or 2206 6209.