SCICLUNA. On December 10, at Gozo General Hospital, Mgr CARMELO SCICLUNA of Victoria, Gozo, treasurer of the collegiate chapter of the basilica of St George, chaplain of the Franciscan Sisters of the Heart of Jesus, and former spiritual director of primary and secondary schools in Gozo, aged 90, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his brother Joseph and his wife Teresina, Rose Mary, widow of his brother Emanuel, his nephews and nieces Alvin, Josephine, Noel, Annette, Josalda, Sylvana, Joe, Miriam, Bridget, John Paul and their respective families, nephews and nieces, the Collegiate Chapter and clergy of the Basilica of St George, the Franciscan Sisters of the Heart of Jesus, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Gozo General Hospital tomorrow, December 12 at 2.30pm and his earthly remains will be taken to the Franciscan Sisters church in Palm Street, Victoria. At 3.30pm the Collegiate Chapter and clergy will celebrate the Office of the Dead and at 3.30pm the cortège will leave for St George’s Basilica where vespers will be sung, followed by Mass præsente cadavere at 4pm.
Lord, grant him eternal rest.
TONNA. On December 7, MARIO, aged 74, passed away peacefully, comforted by his family and the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his irreplaceable loss his beloved wife Lucienne, his adored children Marcus, Dionne and Kristel, their spouses Natasha, Mike and Nicolas, his beloved grandchildren Julia, Michelle, Matthew and Mia, his brothers Paul and Anthony, and their wives Mary and Pauline, his sister Carmen, his mother-in-law Marisa and her husband Godfrey, his nephews, nieces and numerous friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors at home.
May the Lord grant him eternal rest.
VELLA. On December 10, VINCENT (former Halman Vella Group chairman), aged 87, of Mġarr, passed away peacefully at his residence comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Maria, his children Joe and his wife Doris, Mġarr Mayor Paul Vella and his wife Simone, Miriam widower of Joe Schembri, Mark and his wife Rita, Martin and his wife Jackie, Simon and his wife Stefanie, and Veronica and her husband Martin Ciappara, his grandchildren Hugh and his wife Erika, Ian, Marie and her husband Michael, Matthew and his wife Elaine, Karl, Andrea, Mark-Vincent, Solange, Isaac, Naomi, Thea, Jean, Eryl, Kyle, Laura, Gianni, Malcolm, Maia and Eliza, and their respective fiancès and fiancèes, his great grandchildren, Chanel and Beppe, Pawla widower of his brother Karmnu, his brother Nazzarenu and his wife Rose, and his sister Rita and her husband Spiridione, in-laws, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves the Vella residence today, Monday, December 11, at 2.45pm for Santa Maria parish church, Mġarr, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3pm followed by interment in the family grave at the Mġarr cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, would be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
In Memoriam
ATTARD PORTUGHES – GIOVANNI. Treasured memories of a dear father and grandfather, today being the 27th anniversary of his demise. Lovingly remembered by his family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
BONNICI. In memory of MARY, a devoted and wonderful mother, today the 15th anniversary of her passing away. Alfred, Elda, Lilian, Bob and Marilyn.
CUMMINGS. In loving memory of my dear husband, Captain STEVE Cummings, who tragically lost his life four years ago today. Much loved, deeply missed and forever in my heart. Nothing stops the longing to have you in my life again. His wife Rose, relatives and friends in Malta and the United States.
DACOUTROS – LYDIA. In loving memory of our dearest mother, today being the 32nd anniversary of her demise. Always in our prayers – her daughters Grace, Johanna, Lydia and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
DEMANUELE – VINCENT. Treasured memories of a dear husband, loving father and grand-father, today the 32nd anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Elsie.
DEMANUELE – VINCENT. In loving memory of a loving dad, today the 32nd anniversary of his demise. Never forgotten by his children Frederick, Sonya, Olivia, Noel, Tyrone and their spouses and grandchildren.
FENECH. VIOLET (Vollie). In ever loving memory of a devoted mother who departed this life to abide by the risen Lord on the 15th anniversary of her demise. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Rosette.
MICALLEF EYNAUD. In loving memory of Major MAURICE MICALLEF EYNAUD on the 10th anniversary of his death. Lovingly remembered in our prayers. His wife Lilian, his sons Mark, Peter, Martin, Michael and Paul and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
PORTELLI – FRANKIE. You are at peace, dearest brother. May God grant you eternal rest. Anna, Josette and Colin.
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