CASSAR. On November 24, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Karen née Bowman and Paul-John, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MARIA SHARELLE EDWIGE. Thanks be to God, the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Blessed Virgin Mary. Heartfelt thanks to the obstetricians, anaesthetists, paediatricians and all the maternity staff at the delivery suite and obstetric ward 3.
FILIEV. On December 4, at St Philip's Hospital, to Sabyat née Kurshiver and Rustan, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MARIM. Thanks to the gynaecologist, the anaesthetist, the paediatrician and all the maternity staff. Special thanks to our friend Fredrick.
GRIMA. On November 29, at Gozo General Hospital Maternity Wing, to Maria née Saliba and Silvio, God's most precious gift of a son -
CLIFFORD, a most welcome brother to Gabriella. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to midwife Maryrose Grech and all the staff.
SCERRI. On November 28, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Caroline née Abela and Keith, God's special gift of a son - JULIAN, a most welcome brother to David and Nigel. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Heartfelt thanks to the obstetrician, paediatrician and all the very dedicated staff.
Engagements
Mr STEVE ABELA and Dr SARAH PORSELLA FLORES, BA, LL.D.
The engagement is announced between STEVE, son of Carmelo and Connie Abela of Dingli, and SARAH, daughter of Marco and Lorraine Porsella Flores of Guardamangia. Fr Reuben Deguara blessed the ring.
Obituary
CACHIA. On December 8, at St Catherine's Home, Attard, CARMEL, widower of Maria Concetta, of Sliema, aged 91, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Alfred and his wife Julianne, Marie and her husband Albert Caruana, Anna and her husband Adrian Attard, Richard and his wife Elizabeth, Therese and her husband Henry Cachia, his grandchildren Simon, Krista and her husband Gordon Sammut, Robert, Daniela, Michael, Alan, Alexia and her husband Aldo Camenzuli, Alison, Timothy and his wife Kristina, and William, his great grandchildren, his brother Victor and his sister Louise Lungaro Mifsud, his sister-in-law Louisette Briffa, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Catherine's home tomorrow at 8.45 a.m. for the Assumption parish church, Attard, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Special gratitude to the sisters and helpers of St Catherine's home. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GALEA. On December 8, at her residence in Mosta, PHYLLIS, née Muscat, aged 60, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her great loss her dear sister Lina, her brothers Fr Joseph Muscat, OFM Cap., René and his wife Ġuża, Carmel and his wife Frances, nieces, cousins and numerous friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves her residence today at 2 p.m. for Mosta parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at Mosta cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreaciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
HARDIE. On December 8, at Zammit Clapp Hospital, DORIS, ex-secondary school teacher, aged 76, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her cousins, relatives, and friends. The funeral leaves Zammit Clapp Hospital tomorrow for St Dominic's church, Valletta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8 a.m.
SCHEMBRI. On December 7, at St Philip's Hospital, after a short illness so bravely borne, JOSEPH, aged 64, comforted by rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Janet, daughters Hannah and Laura, their partners Mark and Jon, his mother Maria, sisters Janet, Vonnie, Carmen and her husband George, Tessie, Margaret and her husband Lino, his brother Manuel, and his wife Josette, nephews, nieces, many relatives and numerous friends, both in Malta and abroad.
Mass praesente cadavere will be said today at 1.45 p.m. at Qawra parish church, followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request. Donations to the Malta Hospice Movement, Balzan, will be greatly appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.
SPITERI. On December 7, at St James Hospital, Sliema, LAURA, aged 57, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her sons Tyron and his fiancée Alexia, and Kevin, her mother Angela Gauci Borda and her brother John and his wife Nadia, her brother in-law Manni Spiteri and his wife Anna, her sister-in-law Victoria Grima, numerous relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St James Hospital tomorrow at 2 p.m. for Our Lady of the Annunciation parish church, Balzan, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
Requiem Masses
Tomorrow the fourth anniversary of the death of MAY HELEN GATT, a Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated at 6 p.m. at the Ursuline Sisters chapel, Sliema. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Everyone is welcome to attend.
In Memoriam
ATTARD. Memories of a beloved brother, JOSEPH M., today the fourth anniversary of his demise. Mona and Joe, Carmen and John, Tony and Dorothy, nephews and niece.
ATTARD - JOSEPH. In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, today the 18th anniversary of his death. Sadly missed by his eight children, in-laws and grandchildren.
BIASINI - GUIDO. Forever in our hearts and prayers. John, Margaret, Jean, Nikki.
BLEASE. In loving memory of JOHN on the seventh anniversary of his death. Rose-Marie, Davinia, Natasha and Kathia.
BONELLO. In loving memory of ANGELO and AGNES on the anniversary of their death. Lovingly remembered, so sadly missed. May God grant them eternal rest. A prayer is solicited. Their sons, daughters, in-laws and grandchildren.
DEGIORGIO. In loving memory of our dearest DENNIS, on the second anniversary of his demise tomorrow. Fondly remembered by his wife Helen, his daughters, Victoria, Theresa, Lucienne, Denise and Helen, and his grandchildren. Forever in our hearts and prayers. A Mass for his repose will be celebrated tomorrow at 9.30 a.m. at the Carmelite parish church, Balluta, St Julian's.
DEGUARA. In loving memory of DAVID, today the second anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. Sadly missed and always lovingly remembered by his uncle Joe, auntie Carmen, Michael, Lara May and Martina. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
EBEJER. Treasured, unfading memories of our beloved ADELAIDE, née Bonello, today the 31st anniversary of her demise. Never forgotten by her husband Edwin, and children Denise, Antoine and Josephine Cassar Manghi.
GRECH SANT - BEATRIX. In ever loving memory of our dearest mother on the fourth anniversary of her death. Dorothy, Anthony, granddaughter and grandsons. Masses for the repose of her soul will be said at St Mary's parish church, Attard.
GRIMA - LAWRENCE. Treasured and unfading memories of a beloved father and grandfather, today the 10th anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Sadly missed by his children Mary, Joe, Julia, John, Christopher and their families.
MAGRO - NICHOLAS. Lovingly remembered and always missed especially today, the ninth anniversary of his demise. His wife Annie, children Josette, Hermann and Monica, Nathalie and Ray Galea and his grandchildren Anthony Nicholas and Maria Roberta. Keep him, O Lord, in Your tender care.
MAGRO - NICHOLAS. Love you more than ever and miss you so much. Papà darling, you were and always will be my inspiration in everything I do. Bless me, Josette.
MERLINO - EMILIO. Treasured memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather, today the first anniversary of his demise. Always remembered with great love, pride and gratitude. Yours, Manuela.
MILLER - MARY, widow of Arthur V. Treasured memories of a dear, beloved mother, today the seventh anniversary of her death. Unforgettable in every way and forever in our thoughts and prayers. Her children Astrid, Adrian and family.
PECORELLA - JOSEPH. Treasured and loving memories of our beloved father on the 26th anniversary of his demise. Forever in our hearts and prayers. Deeply missed by his children Godfrey, Mary Rose, Ian and Lucienne, in-laws, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PICCININO - CHARLES (Buddy), 24.10.1970-9.12.1988
He is not gone.
He is the pupils in my eyes.
He is in my bones and in my soul.
He is all the love within my heart.
My wonderful son. Sleep peacefully, sweet angel. God bless, mum.
PICCININO - CHARLES (Buddy). In remembrance of a dear nephew on the anniversary of his tragic death. Never forgotten by uncle Charles, auntie Edwige and cousins.
PICCININO - CHARLES. Cherished memories of Buddy today and every day. With love eternal, Keith.
PISANI - PIERRE. On the 14th anniversary of his demise. Remembered by his wife Rosette, sons Shawn, Ryan and Pierre, his mother Josephine, father Alfred, brother Adrian and his wife Miriam, nieces Noella and Nicole, aunties, uncles, relatives and friends.
SANSONE. In loving memory of our dear father LUIGI, today the seventh anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts. His children and grandchildren.
TESTA - JOHN. Cherished and loving memories of a dearly loved husband, father and grandfather, today the fifth anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Edwige, his son Norbert and his wife Isabelle, his daughter Caroline and her husband Charles and grandchildren Marc, Luke and Matthew. A prayer is solicited. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
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Personal
Joseph Fabri, his children Harold, Hubert and Lorraine and their families would like to thank the Rev. Clergy who concelebrated Mass and those who in any way expressed sympathy on the sad loss of CARMEN, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
Congratulations
Congratulations to dear MATTHEW MANGION on your graduation, B.Eng. (Hons). Love mum, dad and your sister Maureen.
Congratulations dearest YANA MIFSUD on your graduation. We are very proud of you. Auntie Carmen, Matthea and your godson Isaac.