CAMILLERI. On March 4, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Charmaine née Galea and Michael, God's precious gift of a second-born daughter - EMMA, a most welcome sister to Michaela. Thanks be to God, Our Lady and St Rita. Special thanks to the gynaecologist, midwife Censina Deschrijver and all the staff for their excellent care and dedication.
CAMILLERI. On March 5, at Gozo General Hospital, to Nadia née Vella and Joseph, God's precious gift of a first-born son - ERIC. Praised be the Lord. Heartfelt thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Miriam Attard.
FARRUGIA. On March 3, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Dorianne née Attard and Robert, God's precious gift of a daughter - MARIELLE, a sister to Gabriel. Thanks to the gynaecologist and all the staff at the maternity department.
GRIXTI. On March 3, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Dorianne née Gafa and Nazzareno, God's precious gift of a son - NIKOLAI, a welcome brother to Matias. Thanks be to the Holy Family. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Anna Croucher, Marianne Theuma, the paediatrician and all the staff for their special care and dedication and for such a wonderful experience.
JAVIER. On March 5, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Diane née Madriaga and Vien, God's precious gift of a first-born son - RENZO BLAKE. Thanks to the gynaecologist, the paediatrician, the anaesthetist, midwives Carmen Scerri and Lillian Azzopardi and the rest of the staff at the hospital.
KENELY. On March 8, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Olga née Ivanova and Colin, God's precious gift of a son - MICHAEL SALVATORE, a brother to Cristina. Thanks to all the maternity staff at the hospital.
MICALLEF. On March 8, at St Philip's Hospital, to Sharon née Fava and André, God's precious gift of a third-born daughter - VICTORIA, a sister to Daniela and Julia. Thanks to the obstetrician, paediatrician and midwife Carmen Cannataci.
MUSCAT. On March 8, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Letizia and Josef, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - KARLA MARIAH. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to midwife Vincenza Deschrijver and all the dedicated maternity staff for all their care.
Engagements
Mr DUNSTAN SCIBERRAS and Dr ELAINE TABONE ADAMI
The engagement is announced between DUNSTAN, elder son of Anthony and Carmen Sciberras of Birkirkara, and ELAINE, daughter of Joseph and Mary Anne Tabone Adami of Sliema.
Obituary
CAUCHI. On March 11, at St Luke's Hospital, JOHN, aged 71 (ex-Customs Officer), of Hamrun, residing in St Paul's Bay, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Rita, née Camilleri, his children Lino, Mariella and her husband Raymond Baldacchino, and George, his grandchildren Shawn and Yana, his brothers Frankie and his wife Tessie, Joey, Censina and her husband John Mallia, and John Muscat, widower of his sister Mary, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
Mass praesente cadavere will be said tomorrow at 7.45 a.m. at St Paul's Bay parish church, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.
SALIBA. On March 11, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, ROSE, née Spiteri, aged 74, widow of Michael, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her sad loss her children Maryanne and her husband Thomas Spiteri, Lawrence and his wife Patricia, Antonia and her husband Raymond Scicluna, and Grace and her husband Marco Cachia, her grandchildren, other relatives and friends - RIP.
The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul tomorrow at 7.45 a.m. for Zabbar parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m. followed by interment at Zabbar Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to St Joseph Institute, Zabbar, will be appreciated.
Appreciation - Alfred Mallia
Mark A. Guillaumier, CEO, Malta Stock Exchange, writes:
I was away on Exchange business when news of Alfred Mallia's passing away reached me over the phone. My mind went back to the times when we were together in Brussels, Milan or Cairo, of his unstinting efforts to get new business for the Exchange, to see it grow and develop under his leadership.
Mr Mallia was the Exchange chairman for seven years and during this time I got to know the qualities of the man, his acute sense of duty as chairman, his respect for his colleagues, his love and affection for his family, his love for life and the esteem of all those who knew him.
Mr Mallia joined the Exchange in 1999, a time of difficult decisions. But he took the helm and steered the institution with a quiet resolution and vision which commanded loyalty and support from all those who were lucky enough to work with him.
Under his guidance the Exchange achieved a number of important milestones. The move to new premises and the introduction of a Code of Corporate Governance for listed companies immediately stand out as major achievements.
However, to my mind, his greatest contribution to the Exchange during his years as chairman was his constant presence, his quiet words of advice, his gentlemanly manners, his genuine concern for people. Mr Mallia stood for all these qualities. He was a gentleman.
To his beloved family all words seem futile now. It seems almost impossible that someone who has been a constant, loving presence throughout one's life, is suddenly no longer there. Time passes but memories will linger. And to Maryanne and the family, they will be memories of a loving husband and a dedicated father.
In Memoriam
AZZOPARDI - ANTONIA. Mum, one year has passed since you left us. I was not next to you to say goodbye. I assure you that you are still in my mind and heart and will remain forever. Mum, please continue guiding us from heaven. Love from Rose and family.
BONACI - JOHN. Cherished memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather on the sixth anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Adelina, son Alfred, daughter Doriette and husband Alex, and grandson Alan. The 6 p.m. Mass at Fatima Sanctuary, Guardamangia, will be offered for the repose of his soul.
BUTTIGIEG - JOSEPH. Lovingly remembered, today the 17th anniversary of his death. His wife Sina, his daughters Doris and her husband Edwin Cauchi, Mary Rose and her husband Patrick Bonello, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A prayer is solicited.
CALLEJA - JOSEPH. On the first anniversary of his demise. Always remembered by his wife Mary, his son Tonio, his daughter Sherieka and their families.
CASSAR - JOSEPH. On the second anniversary of his demise. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest. His wife Elizabeth, Anthony, Wilfred and John.
DELICATA. In ever loving memory of EVELLINA, being the anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her sons and grandchildren.
DELICATA. In ever loving memory of EDOARDO, being the anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his sons.
ELLUL - ANTONIO. Lovingly remembered on the 51st anniversary of his passing away. Sadly missed by his grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
LAFERLA - JOHN. In loving memory of a dear friend on the third anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by Gino, Lilla, Miguel, Kira and Keith.
MICALLEF. In ever loving and cherished memory of our dearest sister MARIA STELLA on the fifth anniversary of her death. Always remembered by her sister Antoinette, her brother Franky and his wife Carmen and nephew Carmel. A prayer is solicited.
SAID - HENRY AUGUSTINE (Harry). Loving memories of a dear father and grandfather, today the 13th anniversary of his death. His children Martin and his wife Christine, Francis and his wife Maura and Nathalie, and his grandchildren Brian and his wife Yvette, Peter and his wife Sandra, Nigel, Ian and Janet.
SAMMUT - VICTOR. Lovingly remembered on the second anniversary of his demise.
Shared lives, shared memories,
Shared happiness.
These things keep a loved one
Close forever.
Sadly missed by his wife Valerie, his children Adrian, Maria and Annabelle, their spouses and grandchildren.
WARREN - LESLIE (Jack). Today his first anniversary. Fondly loved and sadly missed by his wife Betty, his children Peter and Vanessa, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
ZAMMIT. In loving memory of Dr ANTHONY ZAMMIT, 1.3.1983, and Dr LYDIA ZAMMIT, 25.3.2001. Sadly missed and fondly remembered, today as always, by their children Monica, Carmelina and Beppe and their families.
Personal
May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored and glorified throughout the whole wide world forever and ever. Amen. N.S.
Legion Of Mary
The Legion of Mary of the English-Speaking Parish announces the ACIES function organised by the Curia "Queen of Peace" at St Julian's parish church, on Sunday, March 19, at 4 p.m.
Pharmacies Open Today
Malta: 9 a.m. - noon - Gozo 7.30 - 11 a.m.
Chemimart Ltd, 3, Freedom Square, Valletta;
Colonial Pharmacy, 706, St Joseph High Road, Hamrun;
Drugshop Dispensary, De La Cruz Avenue, Qormi;
Rational Pharmacy, 74/75, Valley Road, Birkirkara;
O'Hea Pharmacy, 128, Manoel de Vilhena Street, Gzira;
Potter Chemists Ltd, Wilga Street, Paceville, St Julian's;
Edward's Pharmacy, 115, Manwel Dimech Street, Sliema;
Medica Pharmacy, Naxxar Road, Balzan;
St Mary Pharmacy, 14, Rotunda Square, Mosta;
Karizia Drugstore, 87, George Borg Olivier Street, Mellieha;
Sta Lucia Pharmacy, 1, Dorell Place, Sta Lucija;
Vittoriosa Pharmacy, 9, Triq il-Mina l-Kbira, Vittoriosa;
St Anne Pharmacy, Triq il-Qaliet, Marsascala;
Gudja Pharmacy, 25, San Ciru Street, Gudja;
Kirkop Pharmacy, 9, Parish Street, Kirkop;
Santa Marija Pharmacy, 40, Bird Street, Zebbug;
Central Pharmacy, Manwel Vitale Street, Rabat;
Castle Pharmacy, 2, Indpendence Square, Victoria;
Pisani Pharmacy, New Building, Sannat Road, Sannat.