FARRUGIA-BONELLO. On November 6, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Rosette née Bonello and Charles, God’s precious gift of a daughter – MIKELA, a most welcome sister to Gabriele. Thanks be to God and Our Lady.
SCICLUNA. On October 4, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Sandra née Azzopardi and Etienne, God’s precious gift of a second-born daughter – SARAH, most welcomed by her sister Kiera. Thanks be to God and Holy Mary. Special thanks to the maternity staff for their care and dedication.
SPITERI STAINES. On October 30, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Claire née Fsadni and Cyril, God’s precious gift of a daughter – MARIE, a welcome sister to Nicole and Amy. Praise be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to midwife Alexia and all maternity staff.
Marriages
Mr KEITH CAMILLERI, B.COM and Miss LARA JANE PULIS,B.Sc. (Hons.), SRP
The marriage between KEITH, son of Mr and Mrs Kevin Camilleri, and LARA JANE, daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Pulis, took place on Saturday, October 16 at St Gregory church, Żejtun. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Canon Lawrence Bonnici. The ceremony was witnessed by the groom’s uncle, Dr Stefan Buontempo, MP and Ms Carmen Buttigieg. The duties of bestmen were carried out by Dr Robert Radmilli and Mr Ian Borg. The bride was attended by her sister, Mrs Yvette Tyrku, who was matron of honour. The groom’s sister, Mrs Krista Rizzo, Miss Danila Buontempo and Mrs Tara Radmilli were bridesmaids. The bride’s nephew, Master Matthias David Tyrku was the ring bearer. Mr Matthew Rizzo, Mr Viktor Tyrku, Mr Ian Camilleri and Mr Shaun Ungaro were ushers. A reception was afterwards held at the Monte Kristo Wine Vaults, Monte Kristo Estates, limits of Siġġiewi.
Mr STEPHEN DELIA and Dr FLEUR SHAW
The marriage took place on Friday, September 24, at Lapsi Church, St Julians, between STEPHEN, son of the late George and Olivia Delia, and FLEUR, daughter of William and Jane Shaw. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr George Schembri and the ceremony was witnessed by Mr Christian Delia and Dr Suzanne Shaw. Mr Alex Vella Falzon carried out the duties of best man. The bride was attended by Dr Erika McGinnes and Miss Nina Fauser. Miss Sofia Delia was flower-girl while Master George Delia and Master Daniel Shaw were pageboys. Mr Mark Shaw, Mr Nico Fauser, Dr John Paul Caruana Galizia, Dr Austin Gauci Maistre and Dr Nicolai Vella Falzon were ushers. A reception was held at Villa Arrigo, San Pawl tat-Tarġa.
Mr CHRISTOPHER MEIJLINK and Ms SARAH BONNICI
The marriage took place on October 16, at the Sanctuary of Our Lady, Mellieħa, between CHRISTOPHER, son of Mr and Mrs Antoine Meijlink, and SARAH, daughter of Mr and Mrs James Bonnici. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Charles Carabott. The ceremony was witnessed by Mrs Francisca Zielke and Mr Fabio Bonnici. The duties of best man were carried out by Mr Maurits Meijlink. The bride was attended by Ms Sarah Testaferrata Moroni Viani as maid of honour, together with Ms Christine Micallef and Miss Hannah Heuser as bridesmaids. A reception was later held at Hotel Phoenicia, Valletta.
Obituary
CACHIA. MAE née Borg Bartolo passed away peacefully at Mater Dei Hospital. She is mourned and remembered by her children Grace Ann, Robert Michael and his wife JoAnn, her loving carers Silvana and Wieni, her siblings and their spouses. To celebrate her transition to eternal serenity, Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at St Gregory’s parish church, Sliema, tomorrow at 2.30 p.m., followed by private interment. The family regrets being unable to receive visitors. May she rest in peace. Please remember her in your prayers.
DeBATTISTA. On November 13, at her residence in Birkirkara, HELEN, aged 90, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Joe and his wife Jessica, Anton and his wife Gina, Sr Grace of the Augustinian Sisters, Louis and his wife Miriam, Monica, wife of Peter Pace O’Shea, Mario and his wife Rita, John and Judith, Raymond and his wife Anita, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Mass praesente cadavere will be said at Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish church, Fleur-de-lys, Birkirkara, today at 2.30 p.m. Donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal life.
In memoriam
AQUILINA. Cherished and unfading memories of POLLY, a devoted mother and grandmother. Remembered with love and gratitude on the 30th anniversary of her passing away. Forever in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. Alex, Martin and families.
CASSAR – Dr FRANK CASSAR, Dr Vet.Med. In memory of my beloved husband on the 12th anniversary of his demise. Forever in my thoughts and prayers. As always – my life, my love, my heart. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Dorothy.
CASSAR – Dr FRANK CASSAR, Dr Vet.Med. In memory of a dearly loved father and father-in-law on the 12th anniversary of his demise. Memories of his love and understanding are always with us. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Claire and Mark, Nicholas and Kathleen.
DINGLI. In loving memory of our parents JOSEPH and KATHLEEN on the anniversary of their death. Always in our thoughts and prayers and fondly remembered by their daughters Monica, Agnes, Cecilia and Alice, in-laws, grandchildren, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.
FARRUGIA. In loving memory of JOSEPH on the seventh anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Imelda, his children Mario, Alfred and Joan, Nathalie, and Marco, and his grandchildren Beatrice, Vanessa and Nicholas. May he rest in peace.
FIORENTINO – MARY, 14.11.’05. Sweet and loving memories of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, today and always. Her family.
LAFERLA. Loving and treasured memories of our beloved SIMON, today the ninth anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. Forever in our hearts and prayers. Mum, dad, Sandra, Michael and their families.
LAFERLA – SIMON. Loved and remembered today and always. Marcelle, Walter and their family.
NUNNS. In loving memory of a beloved brother ERIC who was called to eternal rest 39 years ago today. Forever loved, forever missed. Doris, Winston and their family and also by his widow Jo and children Pierre, Paul and AnneMarie in Australia. Rest in peace.
SCIBERRAS – MARIA. Unfading memories of a dear mother and nanna on the 25th anniversary of her death. Always loved and cherished. Irene and Josie.
Personal
Ruth Galea Vella would like to thank all doctors, nurses and staff at Gozo General Hospital and Mater Dei Hospital for the excellent care and attention given to her and all patients. May God help them to keep up their good work with so much dedication.