DESPOTT. On November 23, KARL ANTHONY of Sliema, formerly of Balzan, aged 71, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones, comforted by the rites of Holy Church after a short illness borne with Christian fortitude. He leaves to mourn his irreparable loss, his treasured wife, Maphine née Xuereb, his beloved children, Edward and Maria, his sisters Jean and Tania, brother Maurice, his in-laws, nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. He will also be fondly remembered as a dedicated and well-loved educator, especially by his very many past students of Physics, his favourite subject. Details about the funeral will be announced shortly. No flowers by request but donations to the Ursuline Crèche, Sliema, and Hospice Malta would be greatly appreciated. Lord grant him eternal rest. 

SPITERI. On Friday, November 23, at Mater Dei Hospital, after an illness borne with Christian fortitude, LORENZA (Lora), residing at Żejtun, aged 71, surrounded by her family members and comforted by the rites of Holy Church, passed away peacefully to meet the Lord. She leaves to mourn her great loss, her brother Michael and her sisters Mary Carmen and Miriam, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Monday, November 26, at 2.45pm for Żejtun parish church, where Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated at 3.30pm, followed by interment in the family grave at Żejtun cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated.
Lord, grant her eternal rest. The family is grateful to Fr George Spiteri who consistently gave her spiritual support and solace. The family also thanks all consultants, doctors, nurses and staff at Mater Dei Hospital, for their professionalism, compassion and dedication.

In Memoriam

CARUANA. In loving memory of my dearest mother ADELINA on the eighth anniversary of her death. Greatly missed by her son Joe and his wife May, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

CILIA. In fond memory of our dear father ANTHONY who was born 100 years ago in Valletta on November 24, 1918. He was a good man –­ an exemplary father, upright and dedicated to his family, friends and work. We, his children, Joe, Louis Ronald and Vince, thank God for giving us such an admirable father to follow in life. Have a nice birthday, dear father. Rest in peace.

PSAILA – MARIA, née Sacco. In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother on the eighth anniversary of her death, aged 91. Lovingly remembered by her daughters Louise and her husband Chris Petre, Madeleine and her husband Edgar Rossignaud, her grandchildren Mia Burns, Rene’ Rossignaud and Raisa Rossignaud, her sister Lydia and her husband Edward Aquilina, other relatives and friends. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

QUATTROMANI – LAURA. In ever loving memory of a most precious mother on the 21st anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered and never forgotten by her children Graziella, Mariella, Fernando and Marina, relatives and friends. A prayer is solicited.

SPITERI. In loving memory of FRANCIS and JOSEPHINE on the eighth and 15th anniversary respectively of their demise. Never forgotten and loved forever by their children Vivienne and Paul and their respective families. A Mass for the repose of their soul will be celebrated tomorrow, Sunday, November 25, at 11.45am, at St Paul Shipwrecked parish church, Valletta. Lord, grant them eternal rest.

TABONE. In loving memory of our dearest father VICTOR, today being the 12th anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Fondly remembered by Kay and Philip, Paul and Liz, George, Stephen and Angela, Bobby and John. He is also fondly remembered by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, may perpetual light shine upon him, may he rest in peace. Amen.

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