AXISA. On June 3, ARIADNE, née Cachia, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rights of Holy Church, at the age of 89. She leaves to mourn her great loss her children Gerald and Maryanne, Marguerite Portelli, John and Jay, Peter and Marica, her beloved grandchildren Johanna and Eric, Karen, Edward and Diane, Andrew and Debbie, Simon and Vanessa, Michael and Agnieszka, Michelle and Simon, Tanya, Sandra, Kristina and her adored great grandchildren Jessica, Kenneth, Rory, Thomas, Louisa, Matthew, Andrea, Timmy, Kaya, Mila, Miguel and Pedro, her sister Arthemis De Maria, sister-in-law Marie Cachia, her devoted carer Usha, her nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St James Capua on Saturday for Jesus of Nazareth church where Mass will be celebrated at 9 a.m. followed by interment at the Santa Maria Adolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Puttinu Cares will be appreciated.
In Memoriam
ANASTASI - JOE. Precious and unfading memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather, especially today the 20th anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Daisy, his children, grandchildren and in-laws. Merciful Jesus, grant him eternal rest.
BARTOLO-WINSTON - In ever loving and unfading memory of HELLA JEAN on the fifth anniversary of her demise.
Memories - a lovely lane
Where hearts are ever true
A land we often travel down
Because it leads to you
If we could have one lifetime wish,
One dream that could come true
We'd ask with all our hearts
For yesterday and you.
Dearly missed by your sisters, Mary Ann, Beate, Victoria, Ave Maria and very dear friends. Rest in peace.
BARTOLO WINSTON. In loving memory of our dear friend HELLA JEAN. We miss your lovely smile and your positive outlook on life. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Madeleine and Mariella.
BRIFFA - Major ALFRED P. BRIFFA. Treasured and loving memories of a wonderful father and grandfather on the fourth anniversary of his demise. Edward and Joanna, grandchildren, respective families and Lucia Colomb. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
BRUNO - UGO. Treasured memories of our beloved father, today the 10th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his children Vanni, Anna, Sandro, Vittorio, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CAMILLERI - LOUIS. In loving memory of a very dear husband, father and grandfather, especially today the 11th anniversary of his demise. Always remembered and forever loved by his wife Rita, Marselle and Servolo, Pat and Louis, Ray and Silvana and his grandchildren.
MIFSUD. Unfading, treasured memories of AGNES, née Spiteri. Her husband Joseph J. and children Stefan, Katya and her husband Bernard Bezzina and Alexei, today the sixth anniversary of her death. Never forgotten.
PACE. Today the 50th anniversary of the death of ANTHONY (ex-Foreman, Water Works Department) who died in the tragedy of the Ta' Qali collapsed reservoir. Unfading memories. His son Mario and his family.
PACE O'SHEA - VINCENT. Loving memories of a devoted father and grandfather, departed 17 years ago today. Lord, keep him in Your love. His children and grandchildren.
PACE O'SHEA. In loving memory of VINCENT on the 17th anniversary of his death. Mina, Tony, Elaine and Sarah.
PODESTÀ - ARTHUR (Babsy). Unforgettable memories of a very dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather on this fifth anniversary of his death. Laura, Patricia and William, Arthur and Kristine and their families. May the dear Lord keep him in His loving care.
Concert at St John's Co-Cathedral
Soprano Joan Mangion will feature in a concert organised by the St John's Co-Cathedral Chapter and the St John's Co-Cathedral Foundation together with the Bel Canto Choir at the co-cathedral in Valletta tonight at 7.30 p.m.
The concert will be conducted by Hermann Farrugia Frantz.
The bill includes Music For A White Dove, composed by Joseph Vella specifically for the late Pope John Paul II, and the Oratorio Sacro Appostolo delle Genti, written by Mario Frisina, Chapel Master of the Lateran Chapel, Rome. All proceeds are in aid of Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi.
Art talk
Artist Pierre Portelli will discuss a painting of his choice during an art and wine event on Wednesday at 6.30 p.m. at the National Museum of Fine Arts, Valletta, organised by Heritage Malta.