ABBOTT. On May 10, VINCENZA, widow of Harry, of Sliema, aged 94, passed away peacefully at St Vincent de Paul residence, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved daughters, Mary and her husband Alex Grech, Josephine, widow of Melvyn Poynter of the UK, and Monica, wife of Joseph Sammut, Mario and Renata Aloysio, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her sister Lina and Charlie Cassar, her brother Victor and Mary Grech, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul residence tomorrow at 9 a.m. for Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.
MUSCAT. On May 10, at Mater Dei Hospital, CONNIE née Grech, of San Ġwann, aged 65, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Costantino, her mother Maria Grech, her mother-in-law Maria, her children Isabelle, Katia, Kevin and his wife Anita, her grandchildren Zachary, Luke and Michela, her brothers and sisters, Ferdinand, Joseph, Rose and Winnie, their respective spouses, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.15 a.m. for San Ġwann parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Malta Hospice Movement, Balzan, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
TANTI. On May 7, in Germany, MARGARET, aged 58, passed away peacefully after an illness. She was surrounded by her family and she leaves to mourn her loss her beloved husband Alfred and her cherished sons Kenneth and Michael. Loved sister of Mary, Roby, Doris, their spouses, and Anna. Margaret will be greatly missed by all her dear friends and beloved family, she will continue to live on in our hearts. Her spirit will continue to surround us always and may she finally rest in peace. Details of a remembrance service will be advised shortly. Her family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations are to be kindly sent to the Malta Hospice Movement, Balzan.
In Memoriam
BUTTIGIEG - MARY, née Caruana Demajo, 12.5.2001. Dearest mamà, the more time passes, the more I miss you. I miss your dear face and sweet smile. You were a perfect mother, always present, caring and loving. Since you departed all I have left are sweet memories which are my priceless possessions that time can never destroy. Please bless me and watch over me till we meet again. I love you infinitely. Antoinette.
CAMILLERI - SPIRIDIONE. Ever cherished memories of our beloved father on the sixth anniversary of his joining the Lord. Ever in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. His wife Mary, his children Jesmond, Alexander and Valhmor, relatives and friends.
CHETCUTI - MIRIAM, née Pearson. In ever loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother, today the 17th anniversary of her passing away. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her husband Charles, her daughters Romina and her husband Noel, Marilyn and her husband David, Josianne and Malcolm, her grandchildren Ryan and Faith, her parents Alfie and Josephine Pearson, her brother Albert and family, relatives and friends. Dear Lord, grant her eternal rest.
DEBONO - INA, née Fenech Manchè. In loving memory of our dear mother, today the 13th anniversary of her demise. Anna, Maria and Carmen.
FENECH. In ever loving memory of HILDA and WILFRID who met the Risen Lord on April 22 and May 12, 2008. Sadly missed and always remembered by their son Anthony, his wife Maria Aurora, their children Nicole and Jean Paul, in-laws, relatives and friends. A prayer is solicited.
GILI. Treasured memories of a dearly loved mother and grandmother, MARIA, today the 32nd anniversary of her demise. Everlastingly missed by her daughter Iris, and grandchildren. A prayer is kindly solicited.
ILES. Treasured memories of our dearest MARY, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Sadly missed by all her family on the first anniversary of her death. The 6.30 p.m. Mass said today at St Publius parish church, Floriana, will be offered for the repose of her soul.
PARASCANDALO. In loving memory of our dearest mother MARIA on the 21st anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Mary Rose, Laurence, Ninette, Josette and Anna, in-laws and grandchildren.
Archive management
The University of Malta will hold courses in library, information and archive studies and archives and records management as from the next academic year. The courses will be held on a part time basis in the evening.
For more information either call 2340 2411 or send an e-mail to william.zammit@um.edu.mt or visit www.cct.um.edu.mt.
Qormi band parade
A band parade will take place on Saturday in Qormi to celebrate the local fireworks factory's victory under the spherical shells category in the recent fireworks festival.
The parade will begin at the St Sebastian parish church at 7 p.m. and will end at the Pinto Band Club, where the Eurovision Song Contest will be shown on big screen.
Philately meeting
The Bank of Valletta Philately Club will hold a meeting at the Fatima Sanctuary Convent, Gwardamangia, near the parish priest's office, today at 6 p.m. For more information call 7931 5509.