MIFSUD BRIMMER. On October 31, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Alison née Brimmer and Johann, God’s precious gift of a son – EMAN, a most welcome brother to Cayden. Deo Gratias et Mariæ. Special thanks to midwife Rebecca Gilson and all the maternity staff.
RUNZA. On November 18, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Christa née Balzan and Adriano, God’s precious gift of a daughter – CESCA. Praise be to God. Special thanks to the professor and her team, midwifes Adelia and Antoinette and the staff at Obstetrics 3.
SCHRANZ. On October 15, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Lara née Chetcuti and Karl, God’s precious gift of a son – HUGH. Deo Gratias et Mariæ.
URRY. On November 2, at St James Hospital, Żabbar, to Cathleen née Mifsud and Yakeo, God’s precious gift of a first-born daughter – CATRILEYA. Thanks to the doctor and midwives Anna Croucher and Anna Calleja.
Golden Wedding
Mr DEREK FENECH and Miss MARIAN DEBONO
The marriage took place on November 24, 1963, at Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, officiated by Fr Joe Bernard. Thank you both for your constant love, care, kind support and good example throughout all these years. Doreen and Brian, Diana, Duncan, Matthew, Daniel, Dawn and Debbie.
Obituaries
AGIUS. On November 23, at Mater Dei Hospital, CARMELO, of Mosta, aged 88, owner of Grognet Pharmacy, Mosta, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Carmela, his children Ray and his wife Margaret, Eustace and his wife Judith, Anna and her husband Martin Ellul, Cecilia and her husband Ivan Attard and Joseph and his wife Michelle, his beloved grandchildren, Stefan, Greta, Kevin, Kristian, Karl, Anthea, Rudi, Elisa and Gwen, their respective spouses and fiancées, his sister Ġuża and her husband Joe Sant, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 3pm for Mosta parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3.30pm followed by interment in the family grave at Mosta cemetery. Lord grant him eternal rest.
AGIUS. On November 23, at Mater Dei Hospital, DOLORES, of Iklin, aged 78, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Michael and his wife Irene, Sandro and his wife Carmen, grandchildren Clinton and his wife Natalie, Glenn and his fiancé Romina, Alan and Janika and her fiancé Matthew, in-laws and their respective families, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8am for Iklin church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30am followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors at home.
CAMILLERI. On November 21, at Mater Dei Hospital, ANN MARIA, née Zammit, aged 56, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her irreparable loss her husband Louis, her sons Matthew and Andrea, her sister Jane and her husband Robert, her brother Charles and his wife Yvonne, her in-laws, nephews and nieces, other family members and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.30am for Ibraġ parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9am followed by interment in the family grave at Burmarrad cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
GRIMA. On November 22, at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, ROSE, née Muscat, of Mellieħa, aged 51, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her great loss her husband Philip, her mother Salvina, her sisters Maryanne and her husband Charlie and Josephine and her husband Michael of Australia, and her brother Victor and his wife Yvonne, her father-in-law and mother-in-law Saviour and Victoria, nephews Matthew, David and Daniel and nieces Allison, Deborah, Rebecca and Martina, in-laws and their spouses, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 2.15pm for Our Lady of the Nativity parish church, Mellieħa, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3pm, followed by interment at the Queen of Victories cemetery, Mellieħa. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Donations to the Malta Hospice, Balzan, will be greatly appreciated. Special thanks go to doctors, nurses and staff at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital for their care and dedication.
In Memoriam
AQUILINA. In loving memory of VICTOR on the third anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Rose, Roberta and her husband Mario, David and his wife Dorothy and his grandchildren Sara and Sean. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Mass for the repose of his soul will be celebrated tomorrow at 6.15pm at the Holy Family parish church, Iklin.
BALANI – ROOPWANTI. Treasured memories of our dearest mother, today the 25th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly remembered by her children, in-laws and grandchildren. Hari om.
CALLEJA. In ever loving memory of our dearest JULIAN, a most treasured husband, devoted father and adoring grandfather, next Thursday being the 11th anniversary of his passing away to eternal life. Lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his wife Imelda, his children Arnold, Rupert and Lorraine, née de Gray, Edelweiss and Peter Ferry, and his grandchildren Ryan, Bianca, Nicholas, Kimberley, Kieran and Nigel. May he rest in peace.
CARBONARO – LUCY. On the seventh anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. William and Gay, Pawl and Stephanie, Carla and Francis.
CARUANA. In loving memory of my dearest mother ADELINA on the third anniversary of her demise. Greatly missed by her son Joe and his wife May, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
CARUANA MONTALDO – EDGAR. In ever loving memory of a dearly beloved husband, father and grandfather on the sixth anniversary of his demise. Forever in our thoughts and prayers, his wife, children, their spouses and grandchildren. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said tomorrow at 6.30pm at Ibraġ parish church. Please remember him in your prayers.
CASSAR – ANTHONY. Precious memories of a loving, devoted husband and father on the 12th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Helen, children Emma and Mark. May the Lord Jesus grant him eternal rest.
CUTUGNO – WILLIAM OSWALD. Cherished and unfading memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather, today the 15th anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers, forever in our hearts. His wife Babs, his children Juliet, Andrew, Michael and Theresa, in-laws and grandchildren. Please remember him in your prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
HARRISON – WALTER. Treasured and cherished memories of a dear father and grandfather on the 40th anniversary of his demise. His son John, Freda and family.
PACE. In loving memory of JOE M. on the 31st anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered and greatly missed by his wife Winnie, his daughter Glorianne, his sister Irma, grandchildren, family and friends. Merciful Jesus, grant him eternal rest.
QUATTROMANI – LAURA. In ever loving memory of a most precious mother on the 16th anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered and never forgotten by her children Graziella, Mariella, Fernando and Marina, relatives and friends. A prayer is solicited.
QUINTANO. In everlasting memory of JOSEPH who left us on November 24, 1987. Never forgotten by his children, in-laws, their families and other relatives.
TABONE. In loving memory of our dearest father VICTOR, today being the seventh anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Fondly remembered by Kay and Philip, Paul and Liz, George, Stephen and Angela, and Bobby. He is also fondly remembered by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, may perpetual light shine upon him, may he rest in peace. Amen.
TAYAR. In loving memory of my dear parents GITA and GEORGE who passed away 22 (November 22) and 19 years ago (November 26) respectively this month. Forever in our thoughts. May they both rest in peace, and their spirit live on forever. Their daughter Rina, son-in-law Ron and grandson Gabriel (Arnold).
XUEREB – BRIAN. A very dearly loved brother, on his 22nd anniversary. May he always rest in peace. Monica, Gordon, Norman, Patrick and all the family.
Personal
The Bonett family would like to thank Fr Richard Borg and Fr Philip Cutajar for the funeral service of EDWARD BONETT of Floriana who passed away on November 10, 2013. We also thank the family doctor, all members of Floriana football club, friends and relatives who attended Mass or sent donations and sympathy cards. May he rest in eternal peace.
MITU annual remembrance Mass
The Lumiere Support Group in collaboration with MITU ward at Mater Dei Hospital is organising a remembrance Mass for the souls of those beloved ones who have passed away to a better life. The Mass will be held on November 29 at 7.15pm at Mater Dei Hospital chapel. Those who need more information may contact the group on 9959 2373 or e-mail lumieresupport@gmail.com.