ATTARD MONTALTO. Julia née Geri de Petri Testaferrata and Mark are delighted to announce the birth of their first-born son – MICHAEL, on January 10, at Mater Dei Hospital. Laudate Dominum.
BALDACCHINO. On January 16, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Giselle née Farrugia and Brian, God’s precious gift of a daughter – EMILY GEORGIA, a most welcome sister to Andrew, Julian and Matthew. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Denise Holmes for her endless care, support and dedication, and all the staff at Obs3.
VELLA GALEA. On November 17, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Maria née Calleja, and Ian, God’s precious gift of a daughter – KRISTA, a most welcome sister to Jean. Thanks to the Divine Mercy. Heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the midwives and staff for all their care and dedication.
Golden Wedding
Mr JOSEPH AZZOPARDI and Ms ANNIE AXIAQ
Congratulations on your 50th wedding anniversary, today the 26th of January 2014. With love and gratitude from your children Nathalie, Tonio and Karl, their spouses and your grandchildren.
Obituaries
AZZOPARDI. On January 25, at St Catherine’s Home, Attard, ANTONIA, widow of Nazzareno, aged 99, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Carmelina, widow of Salv Borg D’Anastasi, Josephine and her husband John Tonna, Emanuel and his wife Miriam, and Lilian and her husband Laurence Grech, her 12 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Catherine’s Home tomorrow at 1.30pm for the Old Church of St Mary, Birkirkara, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2pm, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be appreciated. The family wish to show their appreciation to the Dominican nuns and staff of St Catherine’s Home, Attard, for their dedication and care. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
BALZAN. On January 24, at Mater Dei Hospital, Sr ELIANA (Maria), of the Franciscan Sisters, aged 86, passed peacefully away to meet the Risen Lord comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss the congregation of the Franciscan Sisters, her sister Josephine Abela, her sister Lina Mifsud of Australia, Lora Balzan, widow of her brother Elis, of Australia, Anna Balzan, widow of her brother Carmelo, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 2pm for the convent chapel of the Franciscans in Msida, where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 2.30pm, followed by interment in the Franciscan Sisters’ vault at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
BORG. Francis Joseph, B.Pharm (known as Joe), aged 85, passed peacefully away on January 25, after a long illness, so bravely borne. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Martin and his wife Muriel, Anton and his wife Sarah, Anne and her husband Francis Cuschieri, his sister May Borg and sister-in-law Margaret Vassallo, his beloved grandchildren Sarah, Matthew and Malcolm, James, Katie and Joseph, Krista and Kurt, and their partners, his nephews and nieces, all relatives and friends. Funeral details will be announced later. No flowers by request but donations to The Malta Dementia Society, c/o Room 135, Pharmacy Building, University of Malta, Msida MSD 2080, would be greatly appreciated. Heartfelt thanks to his doctors and all the staff at CSW, Mater Dei Hospital. Lord grant him eternal rest.
DEMAJO. On January 21, at Mater Dei Hospital, Dr THOMAS DEMAJO, aged 88, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Tessie, his daughters Apollonia and her husband Leonard Ellul-Mercer, Odette and her husband Philip Taylor, his granddaughters Diana, Ruth and Harriet, other relatives and friends. Mass præsente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 2pm at St Paul’s Cathedral, Mdina, followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PETTICREW. On January 24, at Marina Home, Msida, ANTONIA, aged 79, widow of Roderick Andrew, of Siġġiewi, residing in Guardamangia, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Antoinette and her husband Doughi, John and his wife Cathy, David and his wife Gina, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her brothers and sisters, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30pm for Guardamangia parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2pm followed by interment in the family vault at Siġġiewi cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be appreciated.
ROBERTSON – MARGARET. Resident of Malta 1967-1981, died peacefully on January 21, at Carham Hall, Scottish borders, aged 93. Sadly missed by her sons Adam and Matthew, her daughters-in-law Cikki and Jenny, widows of her sons William and Jamie and her grandchildren. May she rest in peace.
ROSSO. On January 24, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOSEPHINE, of Sliema, aged 87, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved daughters Alida and her husband Edward, Carla and her husband Dennis, her grandchildren Edward and Linda, Becky and Anders, Daniel and Claire, Nicky and Jose, Sue and Martin and Sarah, her great-grandchildren Eddie, Eric, Amy and Kay, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 1.30pm for St Gregory’s parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2pm followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery.
Requiem Mass
On the ninth anniversary of the death of Fr CHARLES CARUANA, SJ, a Mass for the repose of his soul will be celebrated on January 28 at 6.30pm at St Aloysius College church, Birkirkara.
In Memoriam
CALLEJA. In loving memory of CARMELINA and EDWARD on the 23rd and 55th anniversary of their passing away to eternal life. Deeply missed by their children May, Joe and Wilfred.
CHEFFINS. In loving memory of Fra’ RICHARD, Knight of Justice in Solemn Vows, in the Sovereign Military & Hospital Order of the Knights of St John of Jerusalem, Rhodes and Malta, (SMOM), today being the third anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Sadly missed by the members of the Order, the Catenians and the very many friends he had in Malta. Please pray for the repose of his soul.
DELICATA – SAVIOUR. Treasured memories of a beloved father and grandfather on the second anniversary of his demise. His children Anne, Joe, Mary Rose, Charles, Monica, Catherine, Raymond and their families.
GRECH – POLLY. Cherished and loving memories of a dear and beloved mother, today her sixth anniversary. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Natalie.
HILI – THERESE. Loving and unfading memories of a special mother, today being the 11th anniversary of her demise. Forever in our hearts and prayers, her son Paul and family.
MIFSUD. Remembering with love and gratitude our parents ADELINA and JOSEPH. Forever loved and missed by Joseph, Fr Tony, Sr Marie Louise, Yvonne, her husband Francis and grandson Mario. Lord, grant them eternal rest.
ZAMMIT GERMAN – ARTHUR. On the 17th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by Elizabeth, Sharon and Karl. A prayer is solicited.
Personal
Lucienne Said, née Ebejer, together with her children Jonathan and Philippa, as well as her son-in-law Joseph Arrigo, would like to thank all those who attended the funeral Mass celebrated on January 3, 2014, sent condolences, flowers and donations, offered Mass and prayers, or in any way expressed their sympathy following the demise of JOSEPH SAID, a beloved husband and dedicated father, on December 28, 2013. May the Lord grant Jo eternal rest.