BARTOLO. On July 11, at Mater Dei Hospital, JOSEPH, former employee, MaltaPost and President of Imperial Band Club, Mellieħa, aged 86, went to meet the Risen Lord, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his dearest wife Mary, née Vella, his children Doreen and her husband Tonio, David and his wife Elizabeth, his grandchildren Rebecca and her fiancé Karl, and Ryan, his brothers and sisters, in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends, amongst whom the committee and members of Imperial Band Club. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Saturday, July 14, at 1.15pm for St Anne Street, Mellieħa, from where at 2pm the Imperial Band will accompany the cortège to Our Lady of Victories (Maria Bambina) parish church, Mellieħa, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 3pm, followed by interment at Sultana tal-Vitorji Cemetery, Mellieħa. No flowers by request but donations to Hospice Malta, Balzan, will be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Special thanks to all doctors, nurses and staff at Mater Dei Hospital for their care and dedication.

BLACKMAN. On July 10, at Mater Dei Hospital, ANTHONY of Fgura, aged 70, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his sad loss his wife Doris, née Genovese, his daughters Ilona and her husband Carl James Debono, Jeanne Michèle and her husband Adrian Cordina and Nicole, his sister Elizabeth and her husband Denis Micallef, his beloved grandchildren Sabine, James and Andrew, his in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow, Thursday, July 12, at 1.30pm for Fgura parish church, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 2pm, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant him eternal rest. The family would like to thank the dedicated staff at Mater Dei Hospital and Hospice Malta, Balzan.

ELLUL. On July 10, at Mater Dei Hospital, ALEX, aged 68, passed away peacefully. He leaves to mourn his sad loss his sisters Yolanda, wife of John Dacoutros and their daughters Diana, wife of Notary Mark Cutajar and Cristina, wife of Andrew Briffa; Monica Borain and her daughter Lisa and Andrew; cousins and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Friday, July 13, at 10am for the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel where Mass præsente cadavere will be said, followed by interment in the family grave. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

MOUSU’. On July 8, at Sir Anthony Mamo Oncology Centre, CHRIS of Sliema, aged 49, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Caroline, his sons Jeremy and his girlfriend Rebecca, Zak and Nick, his parents Tony and Ines, in-laws Ivan and May, his sister Elizabeth and her husband Dominic, his brother-in-law Ian and his wife Diane, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow, Thursday, July 12, at 7.15am for Għargħur parish church where Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated at 8am, followed by interment in the family grave at Għargħur cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Puttinu Cares, Mater Dei Hospital, will be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

READING. On June 24, peacefully, at Oban Hospital, Scotland, PAT, née Hughes. Mourned by her family and her many friends in Scotland and Malta. A memorial service will be held in Malta in due course. May she rest in peace.

Requiem Mass

On the trigesima die since the passing away of ROSALIE PELLEGRINI PETIT, Mass for the repose of her soul will be said today, Thursday, July 12, at 6.30pm in the crypt of the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy, San Pawl tat-Tarġa. The attendance of relatives and friends would be appreciated.

In Memoriam

ANASTASI. Loving memories of our dear father EDWARD on the eighth anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his children and other relatives. Lord, grant him eternal peace.

DALY – JAMES, 11.7.1919-4.5.1960. Long gone but never forgotten, always in our hearts, together with our mother Teresa, née O’Brien who died on July 27, 2008. Rest in peace together. Your family.

MANDUCA. In loving memory of MARYCLARE, née Caruana Galizia, on her 32nd anniversary. Lovingly remembered by her children, in-laws, eight grandchildren and sisters.

MUSCAT. In sweet and loving memory of LOUISE on the 12th anniversary of her passing into the care of the Gentle Shepherd. Fondly remembered and never forgotten by her husband Andrew, her children Matthew and Kelly, her sister Isabel and her in-laws. Always in our hearts and prayers.

PARLATO TRIGONA – CRISTINA. Cherished, unforgettable memories of our beloved Cristina, a most loving daughter and sister, today being the fifth anniversary of her passing to eternal life. Loved and missed beyond any words. Mum, Greta and Peter. Lord, grant her eternal peace.

SAMMUT ALESSI. In loving memory of PAUL on the 17th anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Fondly remembered by his family.

VELLA. In memory of ANTHONY (Toni), ex-Customs launch, on the 11th anniversary of his demise. Albert and family.

Philately Club meeting

The Bank of Valletta Philately Club is holding a meeting at the Fatima Sanctuary Convent, Guardamangia, today at 6pm. All stamp collectors are welcome. For more information, call 7931 5509.

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