AGIUS. On March 3, at St Catherine Home, Attard, CARMEN, née Bonnici, widow of John, aged 93, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her sad loss her only daughter Maryrose and her husband Charles (Lino) Cassano, her grandchildren Anna Maria and her husband Marc Alden, Jonathan and his girlfriend Caroline, her great-grandchildren Andrew and Emma, in-laws, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends, especially Rose and Harry Alden. The funeral leaves St Catherine Home tomorrow at 8.45 a.m. for St Mary's parish church, Attard, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m. The family would like to thank the Dominican nuns and carers of St Catherine Home for their care and dedication. May she rest in peace.
ATTARD. On March 2, JOSEPH (ex-Malta Trade Fairs Corporation), of Iklin, aged 64, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his sad loss his beloved wife Marthese, née Bartolo, his children Claudine and Toni, his brothers Manuel and Lawrence, his sister Rose, his in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Helen's Basilica, Birkirkara, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Donations to The Malta Hospice Movement, Balzan, would be greatly appreciated. The family would also like to thank the dedicated staff at Boffa and Mater Dei Hospitals, MMDNA as well as the Malta Hospice Movement and the family doctor. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
AZZOPARDI. On February 28, at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, ROBERT FRANCIS, aged 76, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family, beloved wife Rosemary, née Zammit, loving father of Jacqueline Azzopardi and her husband Michael Jacobs, Karen Azzopardi and her husband Stuart Sudlow, and Tracey Azzopardi, dear grandfather of Mairi and Andrew. Will be sadly missed by his sisters Pauline Puli, Tessie Bajada and her husband Victor, Lina Giacchino, and brothers Frank and his wife Judith, and Ted. Robert was very proud of his military services as sergeant, and Tank Commander with The Royal Horse Artillery from 1947 to 1954 and will be remembered for appearing on the cover of Soldier Magazine in February of 1949. Funeral today. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CACHIA. On March 1, at Mater Dei Hospital, PAUL, of Sta Luċija, aged 82, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Antoinette and her husband Norman Magri, Godwin and his family, Rita, widow of his son Joe, Denis, Ronald and his wife Fiona, his brother Emanuel, widower of Jessie, his grandchildren architect Etienne Magri and his wife Margaret, Danika and her husband Rodney Galea, Ryan and his fiancée Natasha, Clive and his fiancée Antonella, Christabel and Aaron, great-grandchild Abigail, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 1.30 p.m. for Sta Luċija parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m. followed by interment in the family vault at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.
CINI. On March 3, at Karin Grech Hospital, ANTONIA of Gozo, residing in Paola, aged 87, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughters Maria, Lina and Doris, their spouses and families, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Karin Grech Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Christ the King parish church, Paola, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Our gratitude goes notably to the consultant, doctors, N O nurses and all the staff at TW1, Karin Grech Hospital. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
DEBATTISTA. On March 2, at Mater Dei Hospital, PUBLIUS of Floriana, aged 70, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his brothers and sisters, brothers and sisters-in-law, their families, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 1.45 p.m. for St Publius parish church, Floriana, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at Attard cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the MUSEUM Society, Blata l-Bajda, will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.
DOUBLET. On March 1, at Mater Dei Hospital, FREDERICK, aged 77, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Doris, née Spiteri, his children Anthony and his wife Melanie, Rosanne and her husband Edward Jaccarini, and Marika, his dearest grandchildren Christian, Mia, Tara and Debbie, his sister Marie Rose and her husband Chris Calleja, residing in the US, his in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on March 6 at 2 p.m. for St Joseph parish church, Msida, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
Requiem Masses
Being the trigesima die of EDGAR AMATO GAUCI's demise, the 6.30 p.m. Mass said today at the Immaculate Conception parish church, Ta' l-Ibraġ, will be offered for the repose of his soul. The presence of relatives and friends will be appreciated.
In Memoriam
AGIUS - MARY, née Micallef. Treasured memories of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on the fourth anniversary of her passing away to eternal life. Her daughter Monica and Lawrence, Mark, Gabriella and Godwin, Rafael and Clara. Lord, grant her eternal life.
ASCIAK - CARMEL (Lino). On the second anniversary of his meeting with the Lord, a loving brother deeply missed and fondly remembered by his sister Bernardette.
ASCIAK - CARMEL (Lino). On the second anniversary of his meeting the Lord, a loving brother is fondly remembered with love by his brothers Joseph and Albert, together with his sisters Mary and Agnes.
BARTOLI - MARY. Treasured and fondest memories of an unforgettable wife on the 12th anniversary of her demise. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Her husband Cecil. Lord Jesus, keep her in Your loving care.
CALLEJA - PAUL. On the fifth anniversary of his demise, lovingly remembered by his wife Felicia, his daughters Helena, Mary, Doris, Jane, Victoria and Anna, his sons Manuel and Joseph, his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
FORMOSA. Ever loving and cherished memories of our dearest father LEWIS on the 26th anniversary of his passing away. His children Victoria, David and Stephen and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GIALANZÈ. In loving memory of our dear brother JOSEPH on the first anniversary of his death. His brothers and sister.
VELLA. In loving memory of TONY on the 11th anniversary of his demise. Greatly missed by his wife Josephine, son John and his wife Olga, daughter Sarah and her husband Michael Curmi, his brother Joe and sister Doris. Forever in our thoughts and prayers.