BALDACCHINO. On March 30, at Boffa Hospital, JOSEPH CHARLES (ex-Inter Travel), aged 74, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Joyce née Titley, his sons Kenneth and his wife Sandra, and Hubert and his wife Sonia, his daughters Henriette and her husband Ramon Schwaiger, and Fiona, wife of Fredy Beyeler, residing in Switzerland, his beloved grandchildren Matthew, Ian, Martina, Christoph, Andrea and Elyse, his sisters Doris, wife of the late Mro Amante Attard, and Alice and her husband John M. Cutajar, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Boffa Hospital tomorrow at 3 p.m. for Zebbug parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3.30 p.m., followed by interment in the family grave at the Sacred Heart of Jesus cemetery, Zebbug. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza and the Hospice Movement will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.
CARUANA. On March 30, at St Luke's Hospital, ANTONIA (NinG), aged 76, widow of Angelo, of Valletta, residing in Lija, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Antoinette and her husband Mario Muscat, Carmen and her husband Albert Engerer, Joseph and his wife Candida, Albert and his wife Marion, Nicholas and his wife Marianne, her grandchildren Michelangelo, Ingrid, Rebecca, Rachel, Matthew, Pamela, Erica, Gabrielle, Angelica and Samuel, her brothers Tommy and his wife Marcel, Duminku and his wife Helen, and Censu residing in Australia, her sisters Georgina and her husband Alfred, Rose, and Marianne and her husband Lino, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for Lija parish church, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.
CASSAR. On April 1, MARIA DOLORES, aged 44, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of the Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her great loss her parents Toni and Nina, her brothers and sisters Bro. John OFM Cap, a missionary in Garissa, Kenya, Gejtu and his wife Joanne, Josette and her husband Mario, Sandra, Martin and his wife Ruth, Salvu and his wife Corinne, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for Maria Regina parish church, Marsa, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.
CASSAR. On April 1, Fr Henry Cassar OFM, aged 83, passed away to meet the Risen Lord, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his brethren of the Franciscan Province of Malta, his sister Doris, nephews, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves the Sliema Franciscan convent tomorrow at 9.15 a.m. for Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m. followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Donations to Dar tal-Kleru will be appreciated.
SALIBA. On March 30, at St Luke's Hospital, MARIA STELLA, aged 83, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her less her beloved sisters Carmel and her husband Carmelo Theuma, Delina Vassallo and her brother Zarenu and his wife Guza of US, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 1.30 p.m. for Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi will be greatly appreciated.
WHELPDALE. On April 1, at St Luke's Hospital, ALFIE (Ta' Salvu's Bar), of Floriana, aged 86, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Maria Stella, his children Eileen and her husband Robert and George and his wife Marika, his grandchildren Stephen, Joanne, Melanie and Stephanie, his great-grandchildren, Oliver, Angus, Marta, and Finley, his sister, his in-laws and their respective families, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for St Publius parish church, Floriana where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi will be greatly appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord grant him eternal rest.
Appreciation - Joseph Magri
Joseph Spiteri writes:
Joseph Magri passed away on March 22 in very much the same manner as he lived his 73 years: peacefully. Unassuming to a fault, his demise, although devastating for his family and close friends, may have not caused any ripples in the wider sense of society. Yet, he is one of society's unsung heroes. His approach to life, and manner of living it, has lessons for us all.
Technically gifted, he applied himself diligently within the Malta Drydocks drawing office, and retired as a leading draughtsman.
So many of his generation, he served an apprenticeship that was to bring him into contact with asbestos, a deadly material that was to stretch its tentacles over a 50-year span and claim him as a victim all these years later.
A gentleman through and through, he was one of that rare breed that had the knack of always making things better for those around him. Maybe a trivial example, but his daughter would say that, when younger, they would never be dismayed when some toy was broken, as papa would always fix it and make it better than it originally was. Later, toys would transform into cars, household objects and life experiences. This skill was never displayed with pomposity or arrogance. Whenever asked for assistance in any matter he would always say: I don't know but I'll try. He always succeeded.
Complementing this humility and trait for making things better, he displayed a saintly patience. In the 30 years I have known him I have never seen him display any signs of anger or intolerance.
Truly, if everyone were like Joe, heaven would be a place on earth. A man of few words but a large heart.
Towards the end of his days, he displayed an almost embarrassing gratitude to the members of his family who assisted him.
In reality, they were only attempting to repay a debt of kindness that could only be irredeemable. Joe was truly a gentleman, he was gentle and he was a true and real man. I am convinced he is already enjoying God's presence, a presence that he abundantly manifested in his days on earth.
In Memoriam
ABDILLA - VINCENT. On her first anniversary. Never forgotten by his wife Rachel, his daughter Mary Rose, her husband Mario and grand-daughters Erika and Katia.
BONNICI. Treasured memories of a special sister, JOYCE, née Landò. Deeply loved and so much missed. May.
BRIFFA - Dr VICTOR BRIFFA, MD, BSc. On the 40th anniversary of his passing away. Lovingly remembered by his son, daughters and their families.
BROWN. Treasured memories of TONY, today the fifth anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Tony, Ruth, Juanita and Kenneth. Merciful Lord, grant him eternal rest.
BROWN. In loving memory of TONY on the fifth anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Bella and Joe, Marie and Tony, Anna and Julian, nephews and nieces.
CIANCIO - ALDO, beloved husband of Nancy. First anniversary. My darling, you left me with a broken heart which can never be mended while we are apart. I will love you forever. Your loving wife, Nancy.
NUNNS - ROBERT JOHN. Treasured memories of a beloved father and grandfather on the 49th anniversary of his death. So sadly missed. Doris, Winston and the grandchildren. Rest in peace.
PACE - LAURENCE. In loving memory of our dear brother who was called to eternal life two years ago today. Always in our hearts and prayers. Sadly missed by his family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PACE BARDON - YOLANDA. Today the ninth anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her children Godwin and Mona and Adrian and Theresa and their families. Always remembered in our thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace.
PACE FLORIDIA - YOLANDA. A very dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother lovingly remembered. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Yvonne, Marie Louise, Albert.
SCERRI - PETER PAUL. Treasured memories of a beloved father and grandfather on the 33rd anniversary of his demise. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. His family.
Loyalty Awards
Restaurant manager Simon Fleri Soler, restaurant duty manager, Maris Gatt, restaurant supervisor, Omar Barbara and crew member Rita Galea were awarded a specially-designed commemorative plate for their loyalty to the KFC brand. The awards were presented by Louis Farrugia, Farsons Group chief executive. The KFC brand in Malta is operated by the Farsons Group. Also present were Alex Mifsud, restaurant operations manager and Marco Debono, marketing executive.
Jumble Sale At Paola
A jumble sale in aid of the Paola parish feast will be held at the parish hall in Church Avenue from April 11 - 18 between 9 a.m. and noon and from 4.30 to 8 p.m.
Local councils
Today's meetings
6 p.m. Floriana
7.30 p.m. Xaghra
What's On Today
Exhibitions
• At 104, Republic Street, Victoria, the Eden Foundation Art and Antiques Exhibition with over 1,000 art and furniture exhibits.
• At the Banca Giuratale, Independence Square, Victoria, an exhibition related to the mystery of the Passion of Christ.
• At Café Café, Main Gate Street, Victoria, art exhibition by Julie Calabrese.
• At the Inquisitor's Palace in Vittoriosa, a photographic display entitled Good Friday Dresses Statuary From Malta And Spain.
• At the Inquisitor's Palace in Vittoriosa, an exhibition about Jesuit Ethnographer and Archaeologst Fr Emmanuel Magri.
• At Heritage Malta's head office, Merchants Street, Valletta, paintings by Carmel Bonello.
• At the Inquisitor's Palace in Vittoriosa, sculptures by Chris Ebejer.
• At the Ministry for Tourism and Culture, Merchants Street, Valletta, works by George Apap.
• At the Lobby, National Museum of Archaeology, Republic Street, Valletta, an exhibition of artist impressions highlighting the new halls on the upper floor and a display of some artefacts recently conserved for the same project.
• At the Loggia, National Museum of Fine Arts, South Street, Valletta, abstract paintings by Fabrizio Ellul curated by Lisa Gwen Baldacchino.
• At the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce, Republic Street, Valletta, works by American artist Gabriel Nansen.
• At the Middlesea House in Floriana, watercolours by Alfred Chircop.
• At the National Museum of Archaeology, Republic Street, Valletta, Silent Warriors: Chinese Terracotta Soldiers.
• At Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Xlendi, miniature statues of the Passion of Christ.
• At the Art Gallery, One Library Street, Victoria, Gozo, paintings and sculptures by Jennifer Lonfat.