CARUANA GALIZIA. On July 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Paula née Selvagi and John Paul, God’s precious gift of a son – NICHOLAS, a most welcome brother to Ben and Alex. Deo gratias et Mariæ. Special thanks go to all the dedicated staff at the Delivery Suite and Obstetrics Ward 1.
LAWRENCE-PACE. Laura and Thomas are delighted to announce the birth of their son – COSMO PATRICK HUMPHREY, born on July 27 in London.
Obituaries
AGIUS. On July 31, at Mater Dei Hospital, ELVIRA (Vivi), aged 79, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church and surrounded by her family. She leaves to mourn her loss her loving husband Michael, her children Vince and his wife Maria and Louise and her husband Mark Critchley, her dearest grandson Zachary, her brothers, sisters and in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Mater Dei Hospital’s MAU 3 Ward and the staff at Hospice Malta, Balzan, for their care and dedication. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
BONNICI. On August 4, at Mater Dei Hospital, DOMENIC, residing at Dar il-Madonna tal-Mellieha, aged 94, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Rosina, his sister Furta and her husband Charles, his children Pauline and her husband Charles, Nathalie and her husband Mario, Vincent and his wife Sina, Lina and her husband Paul, Anna and her husband Charles and Tania and her husband Silvio, his grandchildren, Jason, Niki, Gordon, Alycia, Robert, Lara, Christine, Steve, Lisa, Vanessa and Beppe, his great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday, August 8 for St Dominic’s parish church, Valletta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30am followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CAMILLERI. On August 3, at Sir Anthony Mamo Oncological Centre, San Ġwann, PETER, of Gżira, aged 62, widower of Marlene, née Scicluna, passed peacefully away after a long illness borne with great fortitude and faith in the Lord. Deeply missed by his devoted sons Andrew and his fiancée Sara, and Mark, his much loved brothers Michel and his wife Miriam, Robert and his wife Rose, Simon and his wife Josanne, and their children Christian, Kenneth, David, Benjamin, Elizabeth, Malcolm, Nigel, Steven, and Alexander, as well as his brother-in-law Pio and his wife Rose and their children Gianluca and Francesco, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital, tomorrow, Monday, August 7, at 8.45am for St John of the Cross parish church, Ta’ Xbiex where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 9.15 am followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CILIA. On August 5, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOSEPH, aged 79, of Rabat, ex-footballer of Malta, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his sons Mario and his wife Marisa, Raymond and his wife Olivia and Steven and his partner Carol, his brothers Paul and his wife Maria, Salvinu and his wife Doris, and John and his wife Rose, residing in Australia, many nephews and nieces, relatives and in-laws, friends and colleagues. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday, August 8 at 3.30pm for St Paul collegiate parish church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 4pm, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Margherita cemetery, Rabat. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
TESTA. On August 5, JOSEPHINE, of San Ġwann, aged 87, widow of John Michael, passed peacefully away at Mater Dei Hospital comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Raymond and his wife Marianne, Marianne and her husband Joe, Martin and his wife Mary, Michael, her grandchildren Reuben, Jeffrey, Sean, Yasmine, Alessia and Krizia, brother-in-law Joseph and his wife Connie and their respective families, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday, August 8 at 7.45am for the Our lady of Lourdes in San Ġwann, where Mass praesente cadavare will be said at 8.30am followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Hospice Movement will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
Golden Wedding
Mr JOSEPH A. XERRI and Miss MARLENE BORDA
The marriage took place on August 6, 1967, at St James church, Valletta. The late Fr Ambrose Darmanin, OP, officiated. Congratulations and sincere best wishes from your son Antoine and grandchildren Louanne and Justin.
In Memoriam
ABELA – PAUL. In loving memory of a dear father on the 13th anniversary of his death. Never forgotten by his sons Ronald, Edward, John, Herbert, Peter and their respective families.
AGIUS – MAURICE, former Secretary General, UĦM. Today the 12th anniversary of his passing away to eternal life. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Maria, daughters Sandra and Jacqueline, their spouses Ivan and Luca and grandchildren Silvio, Andrea, Stefano and Martina. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
BRINCAU – JOSEPHINE (Jessie). Treasured memories of a dear mother and grandmother on the 18th anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her daughter Mary Rose and family. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
BUGEJA – LINA, Ħamrun. Treasured memories of our beloved aunt on the third anniversary of her demise. Sandra Borg and family. Rest in peace.
FARRUGIA – ANĠOLINA. On the 40th anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly remembered by all her family and relatives.
GALEA – EMMA. In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, today the 11th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Joseph and Yvonne, Marika and Charles, Cecilia and Brian, Paula and Sandro, nephews and nieces.
MUSCAT – JOSEPH. Today the ninth anniversary of his death. Still in our thoughts and prayers as ever dear brother. Rest in peace. Marlene and Victoria.
MUSCAT – MARY ROSE. In loving memory of our dear mother, today the 10th anniversary of her passing away. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Her daughters Joanna Wallbank and Christine Muscat and their families. May she rest in peace.
MUSCAT – MARY ROSE, née Scerri. In loving memory of our sister, today the 10th anniversary of her death. Margaret and John.
SCERRI – NELLIE, née Spiteri Paris. In ever loving memory of a beloved mother and grandmother, today the 23rd anniversary of her demise. Michael, Babette and Erica.
SCERRI – EDDIE and NELLIE. On the 26th and the 23rd anniversary of their death, July 21 and August 6, respectively. Fondly remembered by their daughter Jo Jo, son-in-law Joe and grandson Jürgen Delia. Always in our thoughts and prayers.
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