DEBONO. On February 5, at St Vincent de Paul residence, JOSEPH (ex-Court Registrar), of Cospicua, residing at St Julians, aged 88, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Yvonne and her husband Carmelo Licciardello, Marion and her husband Michael Higgins, Theresa and her husband Joseph Fenech, Ruben and his wife Josephine, his grandchildren Giuliana and her husband Beppe, David, Cara, Amy, Vanessa and her husband Cliff, Tamara, Paul and Ann Marie, his great-grandchildren, his brother Paul and his wife Doris, in-laws, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul residence tomorrow at 9.45 a.m. for the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 10 a.m., followed by interment. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GAMBINA. On February 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, LILIAN, née Azzopardi, aged 89, widow of John, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her irreparable loss her children Edgar, Paul and his wife Josette, John and his wife Mariella, Antonella and her husband Anthony Bernard, her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her brothers Joe and his wife Mary and Anton, her nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated today at 2 p.m. at St Julians parish church, followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. May God grant her eternal rest.
PIZZUTO. On February 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, GERALD, aged 78, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Rosemarie, née Pace, his children Cecilia and her husband Malcolm J. Naudi, David and Romina, and Andrew and his wife Angèle, his grandchildren Sam, Thomas, Rebecca, Paula, Camille, Julian, Alexia and Alison, his sister Lina and her husband Ronald Pace, his in-laws Marcelle and her husband John Ganado, Alfred and his wife Grace, and Philip Bonello, widower of Carmen, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated today at 9.30 a.m. at Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, followed by interment in the family chapel at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
SAMMUT. On February 6, FRANCES, of Attard, passed away peacefully at St Vincent de Paul residence, aged 84, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughters Polly, wife of Charles Galea, and Joyce, widow of Anthony Schembri, her grandchildren Ivan, Anton, Trevor, Vanessa and their respective spouses, her great-grandchildren, in-laws, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul residence today at 3.10 p.m. for St Mary's parish church, Attard, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3.30 p.m. followed by interment at the Attard cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza would be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
STOREY-GRAY - PAULINE. Passed away peacefully at Gozo General Hospital on December 19, 2008. She is sadly missed by her partner Norman, her sons, grandchildren and her many friends in Gozo and Malta. The family would like to thank the staff at Mater Dei and Gozo Hospitals for their kindness and care during her illness. A memorial service will be held at Xaghra Basilica parish church on Tuesday, February 10 at 3 p.m.
In Memoriam
AQUILINA - CONNIE. Loved and missed but never far from our hearts and prayers and especially remembered today, the 54th anniversary of her passing away. Tony, Eddie and Mimi.
BUSUTTIL LEAVER. Cherished memories of a dearest mother and grandmother, YVONNE. Her daughter Rachel, son John and his wife Marthese and her beloved grandchildren Thea and Ella. Always in our thoughts and prayers.
ELLUL CASTALDI - MAGDA, née Bonaci. In loving memory of a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, today being the 14th anniversary of her demise. Never forgotten by her dearest husband, children and grandchildren. Always in our hearts and prayers. May the Lord grant her eternal rest.
FENECH - EDWARD. Remembered with love and gratitude especially today, the eighth anniversary of his death. His sons, daughters, in-laws and grandchildren.
LAIVIERA. Treasured and unforgettable memories of ALFRED, a beloved and precious husband, on the eighth anniversary of his new life in the warm embrace of the Lord. No length of time can ever dim your loving memory. You are forever in my heart. I cling to the happy hours of joy and happiness we shared together and I pray that we will soon be reunited, never to part. May the divine Lord grant you eternal rest. Until we meet again you are always in the prayers of your sorrowful wife Connie. A Mass for his eternal rest will be celebrated today at 6 p.m. at St John of the Cross parish church, Ta' Xbiex.
LAIVIERA. Treasured memories of ALFRED, a beloved father, father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather, on the eighth anniversary of his going to live with the Risen Christ. Always remembered with love by Lino, David and Carmen, Steven and Albertine. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
MIZZI - ALFRED (Freddie). Lovingly remembered on his third anniversary by his wife Antida, children Rosanne, Jacqueline and Adrian, their respective spouses and grandchildren.
MOHNANI - GANGABAI. In ever loving memory of a beloved mother and grandmother on the 17th anniversary of her death. Lovingly remembered by her family. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
SAMMUT - GIANNI, 1992. Loving, happy memories of our darling Gianni. Granny Lola, Cikki and Paula.
SAMMUT. Lovely memories of dear, lovable GIANNI. Grandparents Albert and Muriel, Berta, Simon, Anna.
SAMMUT - GIANNI, 1992. Fond memories of a dear and playful nephew and cousin. Julian, Karen, Andrea, Nikol, Marija and Rafel.
SAMMUT. In loving memory of our precious GIANNI who was taken into the arms of Jesus 17 years ago today. Austin, Rita, Giorgio, Beppe, Giulio.
SPITERI. Treasured and unfading memories of DAVID SPITERI, BE&A (Hons.) on the second anniversary of his demise.
Many things have changed,
Many things are new
But one thing never changes
Our love for you.
Your loving partner Gloria, step-children and their children. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said today at 6.30 p.m. at St Julians parish church. All family members and friends are invited to attend.
SPITERI. In loving memory of DAVID, a beloved stepson, brother and uncle, on the second anniversary of his death. Mama, brothers and sisters, in-laws, nephews and nieces.
SPITERI - RENO. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, today the sixth anniversary of his demise. We badly miss you, with loving thoughts, your wife Doris, son Raymond, Nathalie and Maria, daughter Marbeck, Robert, Keith and Mark, relatives and friends.
ZAMMIT CORDINA. Cherished memories of a dear, devoted mother and grandmother, VINCENZA, today the 31st anniversary of her death. Her seven sons, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Da Nino Trattoria, Gharghur
Closed. Open again on February 10. Phone 7928 7216.
Luqa roadworks
Works will be carried out along Council of Europe Street in Luqa as from Monday. Traffic will not be affected.
The kissing game
Couples will be able to test their kissing endurance during Bay Street's Longest Kiss Competition on Valentine's Day.
Couples who would like to take part must call beforehand on 2372 2335 or 9945 7784.
Canadian musician David Tanton will be giving an acoustic performance between 4 and 7 p.m., while Chris and Moira will be leaving their handprint in Celebrity Street at 8 p.m. Valentine's weekend will continue on February 15 with a show by Rosanna Maya's Alegria Academia and Dance Company at 4 p.m.
Throughout the weekend, artist Joseph Barbara will be exhibiting a number of works created by using recycled plastic bottles.