BONDIN. On November 4, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Dorianne née Cassar and Darren, God's precious gift of a daughter - ELISA, a most welcome sister to Luca. Thanks to the obstetrician, the midwife and all the maternity staff.
BONETT. On October 28, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Karyn née Agius and David, God's precious gift of a daughter - GEORGINA. Deo gratias et Mariae.
CHETCUTI. On October 30, at St James Hospital, Sliema to Louise née Vassallo and Neville, God's precious gift of a son JAKE. Thanks to midwife Carmen Scerri and to all the maternity staff at St James Hospital. Sliema.
DEBONO. On October 10, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Jackie née Drury and Mario, God's precious gift of a daughter - SACHA, a welcome sister to Nicholas. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to all the staff at Obstetrics 3 and midwife Abigail, and Katya.
Marriages
Mr JOSEPH ABELA and Miss ILONA GRECH
The marriage took place on October 11, at St Paul Shipwrecked parish church, St Paul's Bay, between JOSEPH, son of Mr and Mrs Mario Abela of Żejtun, and ILONA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Leo Grech of St Paul's Bay. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Anthony Abela, Fr Michael Agius, Fr Joseph Mamo and Fr Marius Galea. The ceremony was witnessed by Stephen Cremona, the bride's uncle, and Rosann Mifsud, the groom's sister. The duties of best men were carried out by James Gatt and Karl Cremona. The bride was attended by Stephanie Cremona as maid of honour. Talia and Lucas Debono, Leone Mifsud and Ranken Abela were flower-girls and pageboys, while Rocco Buhagiar acted as usher. A reception was afterwards held at the Radisson SAS Golden Sands Resort and Spa. The couple are spending their honeymoon in South Africa.
Obituary
AGIUS. On October 25, at Wexford Retirement Home, Toronto, EDITH MARY, née Gregory, in her 87th year, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She is survived by her daughters Geraldine and Anthony, Doris and Peter, Antoinette and Robert, Lucienne and Robert, her grandson Michael and Cathy and her great-grandchildren Laura and Philip, and her grand-daughters Adrienne, Sarah and Ruth. Predeceased by her brother Joseph Gregory, his spouse Carrie and nieces Phyllis and Roxanne and other relatives and friends. Cremation was held in Toronto on October 28. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said tomorrow at 2 p.m. at Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema. For her final journey Edith's ashes will be interred with her parents at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
BORG BARTOLO. On November 7, at Zammit Clapp Hospital, EDWARD, aged 82, founder and former director of EJV Borg Bros of Marsa, devoted husband of Connie née Portelli, passed peacefully away in his sleep to meet the Risen Lord Jesus. Deeply mourned by his wife Connie, his children Ramon and his wife Simone, Peter and his wife Laura, and Claire and her husband Mark Schembri, his grandchildren James, David, Hena-Marie, Simon, Harriet, Deborah, Audrey and Phoebe, his brothers and sisters, in-laws, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Zammit Clapp Hospital tomorrow at 2 p.m. for St Mary's parish church, Birkirkara (Knisja Qadima), where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Sacred Heart of Jesus, grant him eternal rest.
GRECH. On November 6, at Mater Dei Hospital, CARMELO (Charles) of Birkirkara, aged 87, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his sad loss, his beloved wife Maria, his only son Mario and his wife Pat, his much loved grandchildren David, Alexea and her husband Alastair, his brother Manuel and his wife Maria, his sister Vitorin, in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for St Helen's Basilica, Birkirkara, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Caritas and Dar tal-Providenza would be greatly appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
SALIBA. On November 8, at Mater Dei Hospital, Canon Primicerius MICHAEL SALIBA, aged 87, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his brother Paul and his wife Miranda, his sisters Lucia, Jessie and Doris Attard, his nephews and nieces, among whom Fr Paul Attard, OFM, Sr Damiana Micallef, OSA and Sr Pauline Micallef, OSA, the Reverend Clergy of the Collegiate Chapter of St Paul, Rabat, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for St Augustine's church, Rabat where he will lie exposed from 9 a.m. to noon for those wishing to pay their last respects. At 3.30 p.m. the funeral leaves St Augustine's church for St Paul's Collegiate Church, where concelebrated Mass will be said praesente cadavere at 3.45 p.m. followed by interment at St Margaret cemetery, Rabat. Donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated. The family wish to thank the family doctor and staff of St Catherine's Home, Attard for the love and dedicated care rendered to Fr Saliba.
Requiem Masses
A Mass for the repose of the soul of BEATRICE CREMONA will be said tomorrow at 6.30 p.m. at St Ġorġ Preca parish church, Swatar. The attendance of relatives and friends will be appreciated.
Mass for the repose of the soul of ERIC ZAMMIT, B.Pharm., will be said today at 5.30 p.m. at Our Saviour parish church, Lija, on the fifth anniversary of his demise.
In Memoriam
ANASTASI - SAVIOUR (Salvu). In loving memory, on the 38th anniversary of his death. Connie and Joe.
BONACI. In loving memory of ALFRED on the 24th anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts, Rose Marie and family.
CAMILLERI - ARTHUR CAMILLERI, Ph.C. Treasured memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather on the seventh anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Rose, daughter Elizabeth and husband Andrew, grandchildren AnnMarie and Peter and his sister Lina.
CASSAR. In everlasting memory of GIUSEPPE (photographer and watercolour artist), today the sixth anniversary of his demise. Never forgotten by his children Rossella Dalmas, John Cassar, Luigi Cassar Manghi, and their families.
DESIRA BUTTIGIEG. In memory of WILFRED on the first anniversary of his passing. Lovingly remembered by his wife Marie, his children Tanya, Robert, Rosella and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
DINGLI. In sweet remembrance of our parents JOSEPH and KATHLEEN on their anniversary. With love and gratitude today and always. Monica and Ariel Fiorini, Agnes and Lewis Simiana, Cecilia and Joseph Xuereb, Alice and Stephen Gatt.
ELDING - ALAN. Treasured and unfading memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather on the fourth anniversary of his death. Rose and family.
FARRUGIA. Treasured memories of a devoted and ever faithful husband, a caring father and grandfather, HERMAN, on the second anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed and cherished by his wife Alice, his grateful children Hermann and Angèle, Jean-Pierre and Roberta, Marcel, Veronique and Werner and his precious grandchildren Jacques, Jean-Claude, Luigi, Matthias, Daniel-Luc, Veronique and Miguel. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GALEA CUMBO - LINA. Treasured and unfading memories of a very special mother and grandmother on the seventh anniversary of her demise. Remembered with much love today and always. Stefano, Lucienne, Alessia and Karl.
GALEA CUMBO. Treasured memories of LINA, a special sister and aunt, today the seventh anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Alda, Michael and Wendy, Marthese and Franco, nephews and nieces.
GERADA. In ever loving memory of VICKY on the sixth anniversary of her demise. Never forgotten by her husband Joe, son Jürgen and his wife Eleonor, her father Frans Bonnici, in-laws, nephew and niece, family and friends.
GRECH - JOE LOUIS. Treasured and unfading memories of a most beloved and devoted husband, father and grandfather who left us nine years ago today. Deeply missed and lovingly remembered. Licia, his sons and daughters, Mario, Karl, Henri, Mariella, Jan and Nadya, and their families.
HASS - ARTHUR. In loving memory of my dear brother on the 10th anniversary of his death. May he rest in peace.
JENSEN. In loving memory of COLIN DAVIDSON, today the 23rd anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Nicholas, Irene, John and David.
MONTANARO - SALVINU. In loving memory of a dear father, today the 10th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his daughters Liz and Pat and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PECORELLA. In loving memory of CARMEN, the ninth anniversary of her demise, forever in our hearts and prayers. Her family. Lord grant her eternal rest.
SCHEMBRI - DAVID. Treasured memories on his 14th anniversary. Never forgotten by his parents, brother and family. Dear son, may God grant you eternal rest.
SPITERI. Beautiful memories of MARY, a dearly beloved wife, mother and nanna, on the 15th anniversary of her death, November 11. Manni, Adrian, Graziella, Neville and grandchildren Niki and Matthew. Always remembered in our prayers. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
ZAMMIT TABONA - JOHN. In unfading and treasured memory of our brief encounter, on the 20th anniversary of his tragic death; remembered with love and gratitude today and every day.
Take him by the hand, dear Lord,
And what is dark, illumine;
Keep his spirit free
That he may rest in paradise with Thee.
Anna, Raffaella and Andrea.
ZAMMIT TABONA - JOHN. Unforgettable and unforgotten. Remembered with unfading love and prayer always, 20 years on. Edward and his university friends.
ZAMMIT TABONA. With love eternal and sacred to the memory of my only son JOHN who departed this life on November 9, 1988.
Tell me, dear, when we heard
That you were dead
Did you take notice
Of the tears we shed,
The heartbreak that
You left forevermore,
The sorrow that we bear
And that we bore,
These 20 years?
Into Thy hands, O Lord, we commend his spirit. Masses will be said tomorrow and on Wednesday and Friday at 6 p.m. at the Mdina Metropolitan Cathedral.