CLEWS. On June 9, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Simone née Schembri and Michael Jnr., God's precious gift of a beloved daughter - KAY. Many thanks to the obstetrician, midwife and all the staff at Obstetrics Ward 3.
MICALLEF. On May 31, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Joanna née Vella Anastasi and Maurizio, God's precious gift of a second-born son - PIER LUIGI, brother to Gian Filippo. Special thanks to all the maternity staff.
MIZZI. On June 1, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Sue and Simon, God's precious gift of a daughter - ALICE ELIZABETH, a most welcome sister to Sarah and Gregory. Many thanks to the obstetrician, midwife and all the staff at the hospital.
MULHOLLAND. On June 3, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Joanne née Busuttil and James, God's precious gift of a son - NOAH FRANCIS, a brother to Jethro and Martha. Special thanks to all the staff of Obstetrics Ward 3.
SANSONE. On May 14, to Christabel née Sciberras and Graham, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MELISSA. Praise be to God and Mary Mother of God. Many thanks to Sharon Bartolo and to all the midwives and staff at the hospital. Special thanks to Mary Lou Marshall and Catriona Cassar.
VELLA. On June 12, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Romualda née Galea and Jason Paul, God's precious gift of a daughter - ANA, a welcome sister to Ema. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to all the maternity staff at the hospital, especially to midwife Jeanette Gauci.
Marriages
Mr RODNEY JAMES NAUDI and Miss MARICA GALEA
The marriage took place on June 5, at St Aloysius church, Birkirkara, between RODNEY JAMES, son of Mr Gaetan and Mrs Imelda Naudi of Kappara, and MARICA, daughter of Mr Joseph G. and Mrs Anne Galea of Fleur-de-Lys. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Joseph Cassar, SJ, with Fr Joseph Saliba, O.Carm., parish priest of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Fleur-de-Lys, and Fr Edgar Busuttil, SJ. The ceremony was witnessed by Ing. Steffan G. Galea and Ing. Gilbert Naudi. The duties of best man were carried out by the bride's brother, Andrew, while Mr Joseph Agius and Brian Galea acted as ushers. The bride was attended by Mrs Natalie Naudi. A reception was later held at Hotel Corinthia, San Ġorġ. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Paris and London.
Mr ALEXANDER TORTELL and Ms MARIJA SCHRANZ
The marriage took place on Sunday, June 6, at the Chapel of the Shipwreck of St Paul, San Pawl tat-Tarġa, between ALEXANDER, son of Mrs Josephine Tortell and the late Mr Victor Tortell of Attard, and MARIJA, daughter of Prof. John J. and Mrs Marlene Schranz of San Pawl tat-Tarġa. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by the Jesuit Provincial Fr Paul Pace, SJ. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr Roderick Vassallo and Mrs Claudine Borg Azzopardi. Mr Renato Camilleri carried out the duties of best man while Mr Paul Pisani and Mr Edward Psaila were ushers. Ms Marina Skaletz, the bride's cousin, was maid of honour, while the bride's nephew Master Tristàn Schranz-Der was pageboy. A party was later held at Meridiana Wine Estate, Ta' Qali.
Silver wedding
Dr SAVIOUR SCERRI and Miss AGNES ATTARD
The marriage took place on June 14, 1985 at the Capuchin Friary, Floriana. Congratulations and best wishes from your daughters Anne-Marie and Christine. May God bless you and keep you in His love.
Obituary
AMAIRA. On June 12, at Mater Dei Hospital, LOURDES née Muscat, of Floriana residing in Birkirkara, aged 51, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Tony, her only son Andrew and his fiancée Daniela, her mother Mary, her sisters Alida and her husband Charles Zammit Moore, Carmen and her husband Alfred Mallia, residing in Australia, Judith and her husband Geatano Vella and Josette and her husband Christopher Haber, her in-laws Carmen and her husband Joseph Micallef, Joseph Amaira and his wife Ruth, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 1.45 p.m. for Floriana parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery where she will be laid to rest in the family grave. Donations to the Hospice Movement will be much appreciated. Lord grant her eternal rest.
BORG. On June 10, at Mater Dei Hospital, EMMANUEL, aged 84, of Valletta, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church and surrounded by his family. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Frances, Carmen, Dorothy, Anna and Martin, Josette, Marion and Christopher and their spouses, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow for Our Lady of Mount Carmel church, Valletta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 10 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.
FALZON. On June 12, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, MARY STELLA, of Sliema, aged 82 , passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved brother Carmelo, her brother Salvinu and his wife Maria residing in Australia, her sister Violet and her husband France, also residing in Australia, her nieces and nephews in Malta and abroad, their spouses, cousins, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence today at 7.30 a.m. for the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8 a.m. followed by interment in the family vault. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be greatly appreciated. Lord grant her eternal rest. Special thanks go to the extremely dedicated staff at St Joseph Ward 11 for their love and care.
TESTA. On June 1, THERESE (Sister Mariella), passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her great loss the White Sisters (Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Africa), her sisters Cora, Josette, Sandra and Marie, her in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated on June 15 at 6.30 p.m. at St Gregory the Great parish church, Sliema. Donations to the White Sisters Missions will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
In memoriam
DARMENIA - ALBERT. Cherished and loving memories of a dear husband and uncle, today the 32nd anniversary of his demise. Remembered by his wife Rose, nieces Louiana, Audrey and Sarah. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GALEA. In loving memory of HANNIBAL on the anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. Always remembered in prayers by his family.
GINGELL LITTLEJOHN - AIDA. Treasured memories of a beloved mother and grandmother, today being the 18th anniversary of her demise. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Tomorrow's 7 and 9 a.m. Masses at St Patrick's church, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of her soul.
MICALLEF. Treasured memories of EMANUEL on the first anniversary of his passing away, June 7, 2009.
God saw you getting tired
And a cure was not to be
So He put His arms around you
And whispered "come to me".
With tearful eyes we watched you
And saw you pass away
And although we loved you dearly
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hardworking hands at rest,
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.
Fondly remembered by his loving wife Rose, his children and their respective families.
MOUSÙ - JOSEPHINE. Treasured memories of a loving mother, June 9 the 34th anniversary of her demise. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
MUSCAT - ROŻINA. Cherished memories of a dear mother and grandmother on the 12th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Deeply missed by Lina, Frank and Maryanne, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
O'FLAHERTY. Unfading and enshrined memories of CARMELINA, a reliable companion, a supporting friend and a beloved wife, on the seventh anniversary of her meeting the Risen Christ, Our Lord. Charles.
PARNIS ENGLAND. With treasured and ever loving memories of JOHN, a dearly beloved husband, father and grandfather, on the sixth anniversary of his demise. Please remember him in your prayers. The 11 a.m. Mass at St Julian's parish church will be said in his remembrance and for the repose of his soul.
PAVIA - MARIO. Cherished memories of my beloved son, 21 years since you were unexpectedly taken from us. We miss you so much, you are always in our hearts and prayers. Your mama, your siblings Marc, Marisa, Mariella and in-laws. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PELLEGRINI PETIT - ALDA, widow of Edward P.L. on the 27th anniversary of her death. In loving memory, her sons and daughter.
PISANI. In ever loving memory of my beloved sister MARIE on the 33rd anniversary of her demise. Franco.
RANDAZZO - PIERO of Palermo. On the eighth anniversary of his passing away, today. Fondly remembered by his wife Lidia, his daughter Valentina and his son Tommaso. Always in our thoughts and prayers.
RUGGIER - DOREEN. On the eighth anniversary of her passing away to eternal life. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Deeply missed by all her family and friends. Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated at Balluta parish church today at 6.30 p.m.
RUGGIER. Treasured memories of darling DOREEN, a very dear sister. You are still in my thoughts, mind and heart, every moment of my life, more than before, more than ever, and here you will always stay as long as I live. I always recall those moments when I came to see you and found you always with that special smile on your beautiful, shining face. I used to come and comfort you but you were always the one that gave courage and comfort to me. Please give me the courage now to accept your parting, the same way that you accepted your sufferings so bravely until the end, for a whole 20 years. Your loving sister, Anna.
SULLIVAN - VINCENT. A dear husband, father and grandfather, on his fifth anniversary. May he rest in peace. Monica, Kevin, Agnes, Trevor, Angela, Marica, Gerrard, Elizabeth, Victoria, Fiona, Sarah, Thomas and Jeremy.
TOLEDO. In loving memory of CARMEN, today the fourth anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Marian, Bob and the Toledo family. The 7.30 and 9 a.m. Masses at St Patrick's church, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of her soul.
VELLA - PAUL (Veller). On the ninth anniversary of his passing away. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Licia, Tanya, Etienne and Andrè.