Joseph Gellel, the oldest man in Malta, has passed away aged 104.

Known as Peppi, Mr Gellel was a tailor who was very active within the community of Vittoriosa.

He is survived by six children.

The funeral will be held tomorrow at St Lawrence Parish Church, Vittoriosa at 2.30 p.m.

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