APAP. On May 20, JESSIE née Mugliette of Ta' Xmiexi, Msida, went to meet the Risen Christ, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved husband Joe, her son Lino, Moira, her three grandsons Kurt, Sean and Jordan, her sister Alice Lanfranco, her brothers and sisters-in-law Salvina, Georgina, Carmen, John, Pauline, Saviour, Mary, Tessie, Censina and Connie, their respective husbands and wives, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 8 a.m. for Our Saviour parish church, Lija, where Mass praesente cadavere will be concelebrated at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at Lija cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
WILSON. On May 20, at St Luke's Hospital, JOAN SHEILA, aged 70, passed peacefully away. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughter Nicola and her husband Patrick, her grand-daughter Gabby, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 2 p.m. for the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3 p.m., followed by interment.
In Memoriam
BORG GRECH. In loving memory of AMELIA on the third anniversary of her death. Never forgotten by her children Lucia, Ninette, Joseph and Marcelle, Renzo and Evelyn, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May she rest in peace.
BRIFFA. In ever loving memory of TONI on the ninth anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts and prayers. Saviour and Aldo.
CATANIA - TOMMY. In loving memory of a dearest husband and father, today the 10th anniversary of his demise.
This is your day of memory
But every day will always be
A day when by your family
You are remembered lovingly.
No day goes by
Throughout the year
Without some thought
That brings you near.
Still missed, still loved
And very dear.
You walk beside us every day
Unseen, unheard
And always near
Within our hearts
You will remain.
Forever loved and never forgotten by his beloved wife Doris, daughters Louise, Caroline and her husband René and his only son Jean-Pierre. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CONSIGLIO. In loving memory of JOE CONSIGLIO, A&CE, on the 20th anniversary of his death. Lovingly remembered by his wife Rosa, his children Karl, Christa, Andrew and Julian, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CREMONA - CARMELO. Today the ninth anniversary of his death. Dearly loved, sadly missed and never forgotten by his wife Vivie, his children Joyce, Anna and Stephen, grandchildren, staff at Gillieru Restaurant, other relatives and friends. The 6.30 p.m. Mass at St Paul Shipwrecked chapel, St Paul's Bay, will be offered for the repose of his soul. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CUSCHIERI - ANNIE. Treasured and loving memories of a wonderful mother and grandmother, especially today the 20th anniversary of her departing to join the company of the Risen Lord.
You're so wonderful
To think of, mum
If only God could have spared you
For a few more years.
Lovingly, Nancy and Louis, Edwina and Alfred.
DEPASQUALE - EDGAR. Treasured memories of a beloved father today the 44th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his sons, daughters, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
DIACONO. In loving memory of JOSEF on the 11th anniversary of his passing away. Danielle and family.
ELLUL. Fondest memories of IVAN, called to eternal life 25 years ago today in New York, US. Sadly missed by his wife Joan, children MaryJo and John Randazzo, Michael and Steven in the US, his mother Tetty, brothers, sisters and their respective families in Malta. A prayer is kindly solicited.
GRUPPETTA. In everlasting memory of our beloved RITA on the fourth anniversary of her demise. Charles and family.
LAURI - Sister MARY LAURI. In loving memory, on the 22nd anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her brothers, sisters, in-laws and relatives.
MAISTRE. In loving memory of JIMMY, today the 14th anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Louis and Georgette.
SPAMPINATO. In loving memory of my brother VICTOR on the first anniversary of his death. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
TABONE. In loving memory of TESSIE née Vassallo on the 13th anniversary of her death. Always remembered by her husband Joe, her daughters Patricia and her husband Andrew, and Ingrid and her fiancé Stephen. Eternal rest give unto her, O Lord. A prayer is solicited.
TABONE - TESSIE. Treasured memories of a beloved sister on the 13th anniversary of her passing away. Lovingly remembered today and always by her brothers, sisters, in-laws and their families.
Lost
On Wednesday, April 30, diamond solitaire ladies ring, near Fransxavier Hall, Mdina Road, Qormi. Reward given. Phone 79292209.
Spanish Citizens
The Circulo Cultural Hispano-Maltes is gathering information on Spanish citizens and first generation relatives residing in Malta.
To register one can either send the name, address and the relative information to the administrative secretary at the society's address, 18A/5 Mikiel Anton Vassalli Street, Valletta or by e-mail:hispanomaltes@vol.net
Short Courses
The University of Malta Gozo Centre will be organising three short courses, on SAGE - the accounting package, Principles of industrial hydraulics and Fire engineering, during June and July. Those who are interested should contact the University Gozo Centre on 2156 4559, 2156 2054.
Stroke Support Group
The next meeting of the Stroke Support Group will be held at Zammit Clapp Hospital on Wednesday at 5 p.m. when Jason Aloisio, BirdLife representative, will be talking about "Birds of the Maltese Islands".
Service Disruption
Customers who reside at Guardamangia/Pietà may have their telephone service temporarily disrupted between tomorrow and Saturday due to planned cable network maintenance to improve the service.
Super 5 lottery
15-30-28-7-10
First prize: Lm80,000 - one winner
Four numbers: 103 winners - Lm202.61
Three numbers: 3,370 winners - Lm10
Next week's prize: Lm40,000
Local Councils
Today's meetings
6.00 p.m. Zejtun.
7.00 p.m. Marsascala.
7.30 p.m. Xewkija.
8.00 p.m. Ghasri.
President's Engagements Today
10 a.m. at the Palace, Valletta, the President is presented with the letters of credence by Momar Gueye, Ambassador of Senegal.
11.15 a.m. at the Palace, Valletta, the President is presented with the letters of commission by George Kumi, High Commissioner of Ghana.
1.30 p.m. at San Anton Palace, Attard, the President and Mrs de Marco host an official luncheon in honour of the newly accredited ambassador of Senegal and High Commissioner of Ghana.
5.30 p.m. Mrs Violet de Marco visits the Franciscan Sisters of St Joseph Home, Zebbug.
7.30 p.m. at the Palace, Valletta, the President presides the launching of the book Valletta Città Nuova - A Map History (1566-1600), by Albert Ganado.
What's On Today
Musical
7.30 p.m. at Manoel Theatre, Valletta, Act React present Sound of Music.
Talk
6 p.m. at the Italian Cultural Institute, Valletta, talk by Andrea Ballardini on restorations by the Sider-Iteras Group in Malta.
Lecture
6.30 p.m. in the Music Room, St James Cavalier, Valletta, lecture on the British composer Sir Arthur Bliss by Rosa Micallef Judge.
Exhibitions
9 a.m. to noon and 5 to 8 p.m. at Dar tal-Kejka, Xintill Street, Tarxien, exhibition of works by Denis Calleja.
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m., at the VGB Art Gallery, Palazzo Ferreria, 309, Republic Street, Valletta, exhibition of theatrical paintings and designs by Peter Howitt.
6.30 to 8.30 p.m., at Villa Fondgalland, Ta' Xbiex Terrace, Ta' Xbiex, exhibition of works by Justine MB.
6.30 to 9 p.m., at the Ir-Razzett tal-Markiz Mallia Tabone, Mosta, exhibition of paintings by Mark Schembri.
At St James, Cavalier, Valletta, exhibition of photographs by Maurice Broomfield.
At University library, Tal-Qroqq, Earth Day poster exhibition on "Biodiversity: nature's vast diminishing abundance".
At Russian Centre for Science and Culture, 36, Merchants Street, Valletta, exhibition of stamps dedicated to the Second World War, and of posters and books.