CAMILLERI. Born at St James Hospital, Sliema, on March 14, to Kathleen née Brincat and Adelbert, God’s precious gift of a son – DALE, a most welcome brother to Chloe. Thanks to midwife Carmen Scerri and all the staff at St James Hospital, Sliema.
HOLMBERG. Born at St James Hospital, Sliema, on March 15, to Charlotte née Rubensson and Michael, God’s precious gift of a third born daughter, EBBA THEA KATARINA, a most welcome sister to Louise and Gustav. Thanks to midwife Carmen Scerri and all other members of staff at the Maternity Unit at St James Hospital, Sliema.
SMITH. Martine née Mangion and Jamie are proud to announce the birth of their first born daughter – ALEXANDRA MARGUERITE, most welcomed by family and friends. Born on March 13 at Sunnybrooke Hospital, Toronto Canada.
Obituaries
BRINCAT. On March 23, ANTHONY of Floriana, aged 65, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Connie, his children Mario, Claire and Adolf, Alex and Daniela and Tania, his grandchildren Nicole and Michela, his brothers and sisters, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be held at St Publius parish church, Floriana, tomorrow at 9am. Donations to Puttinu Cares will be greatly appreciated.
BUGEJA. On March 23, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, JOSEPH of Ħamrun, aged 90, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Tony and his wife Eileen, Lino and his wife Doreen, Josette and her husband Martin Imbroll, his granchildren Robert and his wife Charmaine, Daniela and her husband Massimo, Mark and Abigail, Lara, Franco, Stefania, Sharon and Carl, his great-grandchildren Matthias, Nicolai and Zea, his sister Rita, in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence tomorrow at 2.30pm for Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3pm, followed by interment. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CASSAR. On March 20, DORIS, aged 91, passed peacefully to a better life. She is deeply missed by her nephew Francis and his wife Christine Aloisio, her nieces Sr Dorothy, Edith, wife of the late Joseph Aloisio, Bernadette Gerada, Marthese Sultana, Ruth Cassar, Noemi Weil and their families, her great-nephews and nieces Franco and Daniela Aloisio, Martina and Andrea Gerada, other relatives, friends and neighbours. We will honour her life with a Mass præsente cadavere at Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, tomorrow at 2pm. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated.
D’AMATO – SYLVIA. On March 18, in Newcastle, Australia, our dear sister, aged 56, has gone to the Lord after losing a brave battle against her illness. She is sadly missed by her four children, Michelle and her husband Luke, Mark, Andrew and Daniel, also grandchildren Josiah and Katherine, her two sisters Connie and husband Godwin, Myriam residing in Holland and brother Michael, nephews and nieces, Melanie, Carolyn, Daniel, Sean and Nick. Also many friends in Malta and abroad. Her funeral took place on Friday, March 22, in Wallsend, New South Wales, in the presence of her family and friends. “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.” Psalm 23v1.
GATT. On March 21, at Mater Dei Hospital, ANN, née Lowell, aged 74, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of the Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Peter, her son Simon and his wife Beatrice, Blanche and Richard, Jennifer and Ron, Michael, Caroline and Richard, her grandchildren Sophie, Paul, James and Julian, in-laws, nieces and nephew, her carer Mimi, other relatives and friends. Mass præsente cadavere will be said at Naxxar parish church tomorrow at 8.45am, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, are welcome. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
MICALLEF. On March 22, at Mater Dei Hospital, PAULINA (Lina) of Msida, aged 83, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her sisters Alice, Aida, wife of the late C.B. Grech, Stella, wife of Frank Valletta, Tessie, wife of Anthony Barker of New Zealand, her brother Alfred Micallef Attard, husband of Monica, her nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 2.30pm for St Joseph parish church, Msida, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3.30pm, followed by interment at Lija Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appriciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
TRAVERS TAUSS. On March 23, at Mater Dei hospital, MONICA née Calleja, aged 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her only son Pierre and Marise, her beloved grandsons Niki and Martha, Matthew and granddaughter Petra, her brother Ray and Marie Therese, her sisters Eileen and Ronnie, May and her husband Joe, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei hospital on Tuesday at 9am for Sacro Coeur parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30am, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
Requiem Masses
Being the eighth anniversary of the passing away of Fr JOSEPH M. GALDES, SJ, the 9.30am Mass said in English at the church of St Aloysius’ College, Birkirkara, on Sunday March 31, will be offered in thanksgiving for his life. The attendance of relatives and friends will be greatly appreciated.
In Memoriam
BERNARD – PAUL (Lennie). In cherished and loving memory, always and especially today the 31st anniversary of his demise. His children, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ‘To live in lives one leaves behind is not to die.’ Lord, grant him eternal rest.
BONETT – FRANK. Always loved, always remembered by his daughters Stephanie and Josianne and in-laws, on the 32nd anniversary of his demise.
His smiling way and pleasant face,
Are a treasure to recall
He had a kindly word for each
And died beloved by all.
BORG CARBOTT – FRANCES. In everlasting memory of our dear mother, today the 29th anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her children, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
BOWMAN – EDWIN. Treasured memories of our father, today the 12th anniversary of his death. His daughters Rosalie and Johanna, their respective husbands Philip and Franco, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May he rest in peace.
CAUCHI – IRIS. Treasured memories of a caring and most tender mother who left us 20 years ago, and MARIA our loving sister who passed away 30 years ago. Always in our hearts and prayers. Jean, Licia and their families.
DE MARCO – ANTHONY (Toni). In loving memory of our dear father, today the seventh anniversary of his passing away. Always remembered by his family.
DINGLI. In loving memory of Dr FRANCIS DINGLI, MD, March 22, being the 31st anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed by his family. Dear Lord, grant him eternal rest.
FARRUGIA. My beloved son FRANCO, today 17 years ago on Sunday 24.3.96., God called you to be with Him. A terrible day , but you remain forever in my heart. Your mother Kitty Farrugia.
FERRY. In loving memory of NEVILLE, March 28 being the second anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his family, relatives and friends.
LANFRANCO – JOSEPH. In loving memory of papa on the 58th anniversary of his demise. Guido and Salvina, Sandro and Nurtan, Graziella and Stephen and Maia, Kurt, Amik, Greta.
LEONE GANADO – HUGH. Treasured memories of a most beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, today the seventh anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Your sons, daughter and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
MERCIECA. In loving memory of our parents ALBERT and OLGA, née Pace, on the 21st and third anniversary of their death, respectively. Missed by Marguerite, Franca and their families. Lord, grant them eternal rest.
PACE – ANNA. In loving memory of a dear daughter and sister on the 42nd anniversary of her death. Her mother Myriam, brothers and sisters Sandra, Mark, Marian, John and their respective families. Kindly remember her in your prayers.
PACE – EMILY. Treasured and unfading memories today being the ninth anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant her eternal rest in your loving arms. Her daughters Iris, Odette and Lydia and their families. A prayer is kindly solicited.
SALOMONE REYNAUD – HELEN. Lovingly remembered everyday and especially today being the fourth anniversary of her passing to a better life. Her sister Mary Rose and Noel, brother John and Josette and nephews and nieces Simon, Alison, Andrew, Gavin, Lynn and Rebecca.
SOLER – JOHN (Wanny). Unfading memories of our dearly beloved dad on his ninth anniversary. His loving children Ronnie, Walter, Arthur and Maryanne.
TESTA. In loving memory of our father ANTON today being the sixth anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts. Michael and Ruth.
ZAMMIT CUTAJAR – ALFRED (Fritz). Fondly remembered by Joanna, Tony, Michael and their families on the centenary of his birth. “I thank my God every time I remember you.” (Philippians, 1.3)
Power cuts tomorrow
There will be power cuts as follows tomorrow:
Between 8am and 1pm in Alwetta, Ħuttaf, Waqqafa, Ta’ Mlit, Ballottra, Rundun, Bilbla, Bufula ħamra, Għammiel tal-Bejt and Merill streets, Mosta; between 10am and 2pm in Tabib Chetcuti, Kurat Schembri and Papa Giovanni XXIII streets, Mosta.