DEMANUELE. On April 28, at Mater Dei Hospital, after a long illness, Dr ALFRED DEMANUELE (Fredu) of Marsascala, aged 87, passed away. Predeceased by his sister Jini of New Brunswick and his elder brother Giuseppe of Cospicua (Bormla). Fredu is survived by his daughter Kathy Selecky of Toronto, granddaughter Carrie Selecky of New Orleans, his brother Maurice and wife Mary, their daughter Marisa and her family of Brampton, his brother Frank with children Tony and Norbert, of California, his brother Vincent and wife Twanny, with their children Joanne, Teresa and Chris, of California, a respected number of nieces and nephews, as well as his many friends and carers, particularly Sandra McMonagle and Wally Gaffarena. Friends also include a loyal and special group of “dedicated poker players”. One faithful and committed chess player, Joe Gatz, came out and did much more than just play chess. Finally, where would Fred be without his good friend Tommy Wright? A funeral Mass præsente cadavere will be held on Thursday, May 3, at 2pm at Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception parish church, Cospicua, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. In addition, a reception at Il-Fanal will commence at 4pm for family and friends to share food, memories and celebrate the life of Fredu. Donations to id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, in lieu of flowers, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
SAMMUT. On April 30, at Mater Dei Hospital, M’ANNE, of Paola, aged 87, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her brothers Joe and his wife Joyce and Anthony and his wife Wilhelmina, her sisters Ċettina, Pauline, Rose and her husband Emanuel Buhagiar, and Lucia and her husband Alfred J. Chetcuti, as well as her nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow, Wednesday, May 2, for Christ the King parish church, Paola, where Mass præsente cadavere 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 St Catherine’s Monastery, Republic Street, Valletta, will be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest. The family would like to thank the doctors, nursing staff and carers at Mater Dei Hospital for the dedication shown towards M’Anne during her stay at the hospital.
Golden Wedding
The marriage took place on Wednesday, May 1, 1968, between LEONARD ZAMMIT and TONIA BARTOLO. The wedding ceremony was officiated by Canon Joseph Mifsud at the chapel of St Michael Training College, Ta’ Ġiorni, and a reception was held at Marsa Sports Club. Congratulations from Malcolm and Christine and members of both families.
Requiem Mass
Tomorrow, May 2, being the trigesima die since the death of MAURICE PORTELLI, the 6pm Mass at the Ursuline Crèche Chapel, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of his soul. The attendance of family and friends is appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
In Memoriam
BRINKWORTH – DAVID CHARLES. Today the seventh anniversary of his demise. Lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his wife Violet, his children Jonathan, Fiona, Sarah Jane and Andrew.
CUSCHIERI – JILL. On the fifth anniversary of her passing away. Lovingly remembered by her husband Denis and children Elise, Matthew and Thomas.
DARMANIN – FREDERICK. In loving memory and unfading memory of our father, today the 39th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GERADA. In loving memory of JOSEPH GERADA B.Pharm. on the 13th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Bernadette and family. A prayer is solicited.
GILI – MAY. Most treasured and unfading memories of our beloved mother on the 13th anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered and sadly missed by her children Edgar, Simone and Nadya and their families. Always close to our hearts, forever in our thoughts and prayers.
O’SHEA – PATRICIA. In loving memory on the 50th anniversary of her demise. Mina, Elaine and Sarah.
RIZZO – EDGAR GEORGE. Fondest memories of a dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather, today the 19th anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed by his children Marianne, Alfred, Patricia, Josephine and Paul, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
SANT MANDUCA. Treasured memories of our dearest, beloved JOHN. Always remembered and sadly missed by his wife Louisette, Peter and Sandra, Nicholas and Karen and his grandchildren Alexia, Christina and Jamie.
SCERRI – MARY. In loving memory of our dear mother on the 21st anniversary of her demise. Never forgotten by her sons, Victor Alex, Joe, Geoffrey, David and their families.
Guardamanġa Bazaar
A Mother’s Day bazaar, in aid of the Guardamanġa parish church, is open at the parish centre up to May 13. Opening hours from 9.30am to noon and 3 to 7pm.