Announcements – August 14, 2025

Obituary

VASSALLO. On August 7, JOSEPHINE (Jessie), aged 86, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Dr Peter Paul Vassallo, Mario, Marika and her partner Saviour, her brother Ċikku residing in Canada, Ninu, widower of her sister Benny, Tessie, widow of her brother Ġanni, nephews and nieces and their families, other relatives and friends. The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Saturday, August 16, at 9am, for Ta’ Ġieżu church, Rabat, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 10am, followed by interment at Santa Margerita cemetery, Rabat. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

In Memoriam

AZZOPARDI – MARY. In loving memory of our dear mother, today is the 28th anniversary of her demise. Fondly loved and cherished by her sons and daughters, Alex, Edward, Jennifer, Catherine and their families.

CALLEJA. In ever loving memory of our beloved CHARLES who passed away 10 years ago today. So sadly missed and always in our thoughts. His loving wife Thérèse and children Sharon, Roger and Brian and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FARRUGIA. In loving memory of JOSEPH on the fifth anniversary of his passing. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Fr Christopher, OFM, John, Celine, Elisabeth, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A prayer is solicited. May he rest in peace, Amen.

MAZZONE. In loving memory of a dear husband and father Dott. LUIGI (Gigi) MAZZONE, being the fourth anniversary since his passing to a better life. Remembered by his wife Lucia and daughter Gabriella and grandchildren Gian Luca and Julia. Also remembered by his cousins and many friends. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be celebrated tomorrow, Friday, August 15, at 10am, at Santa Caterina d’Italia church, Valletta.

MICALLEF – EMMA MARIA. Treasured memories of a caring and devoted mother and nanna on the 23rd anniversary of her being called to Our Lord. Deeply missed and so lovingly remembered by Rachelle and Martin, Emma, James and John. Forever in our hearts and prayers.

MILLER – LINA. Fondest memories of our dearest mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who is forever in our thoughts and prayers, especially today, on the 17th anniversary of her death. Ray and Simone, Sarah, Kate and Magnus, Alex, Anna, Max, and Mia. May she rest in peace.

MOMPALAO de PIRO – JOE and JULIA. Celebrating their life together, reunited on August 14, 2001. Their children Susan, Aidan and Julian and their families.

ZAMMIT CUTAJAR – FRANCIS XAVIER. Precious memories of a beloved husband, father and nannu on the 17th anniversary of his death. Greatly missed by Lina, Joan, Denis and Roberta, Pippa and all his beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. “Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day”.

FRANK ABELA. In fondest memory of an affectionate wonderful father and grandfather on the 11th anniversary of his demise. Always remembered with much love and gratitude by his children Josephine, Thomas, Mary Rose, Laura, Theresa and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

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