ABELA MELI. On August 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Alberta née Meli and Neil, God’s precious gift of a son – JACK. Special thanks to midwife Abigail Plum.
AQUILINA VELLA. On August 14, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Rachel née Vella and Colin, God’s precious gift of a son – BENJAMIN JOY, a most welcome brother to Nicholas. Thanks to the obstetrician, the anesthetist, the paediatrician, midwife Carmen Scerri and all the staff at the hospital.
AWAD FADL. On August 11, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Reem Awad Fadl and Shoiab Abdallah, God’s precious gift of a daughter – RYAN, a most welcome sister to Lojan. Thanks to midwife Carmen Scerri and all the staff at the hospital for the help and coordination.
CONRAD. On August 13, at Mater Dei Hospital Maternity Wing, to Roberta née Zammit and Klaus, God’s precious gift of a son – ALEXANDER, a very welcome brother to Nicholas and Matthias. Special thanks to the midwives, nurses and doctors and all the dedicated staff for their care.
CORDINA PALMIER. On July 31, to Abigail née Palmier and Malcolm, God’s precious gift of a son – JAMIE, a welcome brother to Emma Poppy. Thanks be to God.
FARRUGIA. On August 2, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Lyn née Gaskell and Ian, God’s precious gift of a first-born son – JACK. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the staff at Obs 2 and Obs 3.
MIKASINOVIC. On August 12, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Sharon née Cutajar and Dragan, God’s precious gift of a daughter – KRISTINA, a most welcome sister to Martina. Thanks be to God and Holy Mary.
Golden Wedding
Mr EMANUEL SANT and Miss MARY VELLA
The marriage took place on August 21, 1960, at Our Lady of the Assumption church, Mosta. Best wishes from their children Peter, Carmen, Max, Esther, Joseph, Stephen and Annamarie, their spouses and their 16 grandchildren. Congratulations.
Obituary
CAMILLERI. On August 19, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOHN CHARLES, aged 82, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Lina née Darmanin, his brother Raphael and his wife Gussie, Tony and his wife Mary and his sisters Marie Therese Debono and Magda Camilleri, his in-laws Hélène Fiorini Lowell, Marie-Louise and her husband Vincent Camilleri and Roland Darmanin Kissaun and his wife Doreen, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 9 a.m. for St Gregory’s parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. Lord grant him eternal rest. The family would like to thank all the doctors and nursing staff for their care and attention.
HILI. On August 21, at her residence, DORA, née Xerri, of Xewkija, widow of Ġanni, aged 94, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Joseph (of Hilite Hardware Store) and his wife Lucia, Marija (MUSEUM member), Francis and his wife Marija, and Carmen and her husband Frans Azzopardi, her grandchildren Brian, Jonathan, Reuben and his fiancée Rowena, Melvin and his wife Antonella, Mario and his fiancée Emma, Connie, Vanessa and Bernadette and several nephews and nieces residing in Gozo and in Australia, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Gozo General Hospital tomorrow at 5 p.m. for St John the Baptist Rotunda, Xewkija, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 5.30 p.m. followed by interment at Xewkija cemetery. Lord grant her eternal rest.
Requiem masses
Tomorrow being the second anniversary of the death of FRANZ FRENDO, the 6.30 p.m. Mass said at Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of his soul.
A Mass for the repose of the soul of GEORGE MALLIA will be offered on August 24 at 6 p.m. at the University chapel, Tal-Qroqq. The attendance of relatives and friends will be appreciated.
In memoriam
BONETT. Remembering with love our dearest JACQUES, 23.08.08, a beloved son, brother, uncle. Forever in our hearts.
BONETT. In loving memory of dearest JACQUES. Always in our hearts and prayers. Uncle John, Val, Mark, Louis, Jen and PJ.
BORG BARTHET – MARY. On the 16th anniversary of her death. Always remembered by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May the Lord grant her eternal rest.
CASSAR – LINA. In loving memory of a beloved wife and mother on the 11th anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her husband John, her daughters Claudine and Janice, her mother Jane, her uncle Angelo, her sisters Grace and Joyce and their families, in-laws and friends. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
DIMECH. In loving memory of JOSEPH, a dearest husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, today the fourth anniversary of his demise. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Edith, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
FARRUGIA – ANĠOLINA of Marsa. On the 33rd anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts. Her family and friends in Malta and Canada. A prayer for the repose of her soul would be greatly appreciated.
GABARRETTA – JOHN. In loving memory of a very dear father and grandfather. Seven years have gone by. We love you and miss you, nannu. Adrian, Hilda, Erika.
GOVÈ. In loving memory of CATHERINE on the ninth anniversary of her sudden demise. Fondly and lovingly remembered by her husband Saviour and her only son Emanuel, her sisters and their spouses, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
MAMO – BEATRICE. Treasured memories of a beloved wife and mother on the first anniversary of her death. Her husband Francis, her children Anna, Sandra, Eric and their respective families. Rest in peace in the embrace of God’s love.
MIFSUD – KENNETH, 21.8.’65-22.8.’92. Remembering our dear Kenny who died tragically 18 years ago today. Never forgotten, forever loved. His mother Jean, brothers Colin and Andrew and his wife Ulrika and their families. Please remember him in your prayers.
PACE. Treasured memories of JOSEPH, a beloved father, today being the 20th anniversary of his demise. Always remembered by his sons and daughters, Marlene, Joe, Rose and Raphael. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PERICI – JOSEPH. Tomorrow the 33rd anniversary of his death. Still sadly missed and never forgotten. Always in our prayers. Rose, Victoria and grandsons Andrew and Mark.
STRICKLAND – Lord STRICKLAND, Sixth Count della Catena, today the 70th anniversary of his death.
Sidonia Enterprises Ltd
Re-opening tomorrow for business as usual.
Get-together
Rod McWade will be holding a get-together while on holiday in Malta at Melita Gardens next Saturday from 7.30 p.m. to meet relatives and friends. If you would like to renew acquaintances, call 7929 0240 by tomorrow.