Announcements

CASSAR. On March 21, MICHAELA, known as Lina, née Lanzon, aged 80, went to meet the Risen Lord comforted by the rites of the Roman Catholic Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Lawrence, her children Eugenio and his wife Doris, Anna and her husband Raymond Demanuele, Robert and his wife Monica, her grandchildren Beppe, Jeanine, Michela, Chiara Maria and Elisa, her sisters Frances, Mary widow of Emmanuel Sammut, Vivienne and her husband Lorry Coleiro, in-laws, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 1 p.m. for the Metropolitan Cathedral, Mdina, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 1.30 p.m. followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery, Paola. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar Tal-Kleru, Birkirkara would be appreciated. The family regrets it cannot accept visitors. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

FELICE. On March 20, FERDINAND, B.Sc., Ph.C. (Royal University of Malta, 1939), passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of the Roman Catholic Church at the venerable age of 90. He leaves to mourn his great loss his beloved wife Olga née Agius, to whom he was married for 62 years. In his good and long life he was devoted to Olga and their children, dedicated to the teaching of science at St Albert the Great College in Valletta and to the practice of pharmacy, having been president of the Malta Chamber of Pharmacists in the 1970s. He is fondly remembered by his children Alex and his wife Joanna, Donald and his wife Marina, Mary Ann, widow of the recently departed Charles Sant Fournier, David and his wife Nikki, his grandchildren Nicholas and Tiziana Micallef, Paul and Francesca Sammut, Rebecca and Patrick Custo, Vera and Sean Azzopardi, Sam and Ella, and his great- granddaughter Katrina. Also remembering him are the children of his brothers, the late Paul and Vincent: Alfred and Jane, Anthony and Sharry, Joseph and Doreen, Paul and Helen, Joe and Jo, and Anna and the rest of the family in North America, along with his in-laws Edgar and Anne Agius, Yvonne and Peter Hall, and Emilio and Mary Agius, their children, the children of Olga's deceased brothers and sisters, countless former students, professional collaborators and many friends. Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service, praesente cadavere tomorrow at 2 p.m., at St Augustine parish church, Valletta. Flowers are welcome and donations to charitable institutions may be made in his memory and for the repose of his soul. The family is grateful to colleagues who assisted him in his final days at Karin Grech and Mater Dei hospitals. While thanking all those who have expressed their sorrow, the family prefer not to receive visitors at home. Lord, giver of life, embrace him in your open arms and may he rest in peace.

VASSALLO - In loving memory of ROBBIE GEORGE, who passed away on March 19, aged 84. Loved and remembered by his daughter Corinne and her partner Philip, his grand-daughter Gayle and her fiancé Liam, his great grand-child Robby, his grandson David and his partner Hayley, relatives and friends. God, grant him eternal rest.

In Memoriam

BONELLO. In loving memory of MIRIAM who passed away in Canada 15 years ago. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her brothers, sisters and their families.

BONETT - MARY. Fondest memories of our beloved mother on the 41st anniversary of her death. Her family.

CALLEJA. In loving memory of our dear father ANTHONY (ex-Managing Director, E. Calleja & Sons), today the first anniversary of his death. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by his wife, son and daughters. A prayer is kindly solicited.

CARUANA - GEORGE. In loving memory of a dear husband on the 24th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Mary.

CARUANA - Lt. Col. GUSTAV CARUANA, MBE, ED, a dearest father and grandfather who departed this life four years ago today. Lovingly remembered and so sadly missed by his daughter Carol, son-in-law David and grandchildren Rachel, Zach and Anthea. Lord, grant him eternal rest. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said today at 6 p.m. at the Ursuline Sisters chapel, Sliema.

CUTAJAR. Everlasting and treasured memories of MIRIAM, a never forgotten mother, grandmother and sister, today being the 16th anniversary of her death. Sadly missed but never forgotten by her sons George and his wife Rowena, Kenneth and his wife Marie Claire, Anthony and his wife Sarah, Gordon and his wife Karen, her grandchildren, brother and sisters, relatives and friends. Grant her O Lord, eternal rest.

DOWNHAM - RONALD (ex-WO I). In loving memory, on the 29th year of his demise. Never forgotten by his wife, children and grandchildren, relatives and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FAVA - CHARLES. Today the ninth anniversary of his passing away. Greatly missed by his wife Lina and his son David. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FELICE PACE - WALTER J. Treasured memories of a loving husband, father and nannu on the second anniversary of his demise. Forever in our hearts and prayers. All the family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

MALLIA - JOSEPH. Loving memories of a beloved father, today being the 22nd anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his daughter Pauline, his son Mario and his wife Victoria, grandsons Malcolm and Matthias, relatives and friends. O Lord, grant him eternal rest.

VELLA - RAY, March 23, 2008. In loving memory of a dear husband and devoted father on the first anniversary of his passing away.

His smiling way
And pleasant face
Are a treasure to recall,
He had a kindly word for each
And died beloved by all,
Some day we hope to meet him,
Some day we know not when,
To clasp his hand
In a better land,
Never to part again.

Always and forever in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Claire and Amenia. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said today at 7.15 p.m. at St Lucia chapel, East Street, Valletta.

VELLA - RAY. On the first anniversary of his passing away.

His life was earnest,
His actions kind
A generous hand and an active mind
Anxious to please, loathe to offend
Dear loving brother and faithful friend.

Grant him Jesus, heavenly rest. Sadly missed by Lucienne and Edwin.

VELLA - RAY. On the first anniversary of his passing away.

A golden heart stopped beating
And now at peace you rest
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.

Mother and father-in-law, Odette and Godfrey Cassar Trigona.

VELLA - RAY. In loving memory of a dear brother-in-law on the first anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Edwina, Paul and the children.

VELLA. Unforgettable memories of our dear friend RAY on the first anniversary of his passing away.

Our thoughts of you
Still bring a tear,
A silent wish
That you were here.
You left a place
No one can fill,
We love you Ray
And always will.

Jackie, Edwin, Anna, George.

Literary translation

Linda Pillière from the University of Littoral Côte d'Opal, France will deliver a lecture on Literary Translation in Lecture Room 117 at the Department of Translation and Interpreting Studies at the university on April 2 between 3 and 4 p.m.

Students' donation

The students' council of Marija Regina College St Paul's Bay Primary School donated €1,200 to the Puttinu Cares for Children Fund. The money was collected during the school's annual casual wear day.

Romero mass

Mass will be celebrated on the 19th anniversary of the death of Fr Oscar Romero, former Archbishop of San Salvador, on March 28 at 6.30 p.m. at the Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish church, Balluta.

Weekend break

A weekend break is being organised by the Żejtun local council between March 27 and 31 at the Plaza Hotel in Sliema.

For more information call the local council on 2166 3866.

Open day at Ħal Millieri

Din l-Art Ħelwa will be holding an open day at the mediaeval chapel of the Annunciation at Ħal Millieri, Żurrieq to celebrate the feast of the Annunciation on March 29. The chapel, which houses rare cycle mediaeval frescoes, will be open between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. At 10 a.m., Mass will be celebrated. Entrance is free of charge.

Lectures on Dante

Five lectures on Dante and the Divina Commedia will be delivered to post-secondary students. The first will take place on April 18 at 5 p.m. at the Sanctuary Museum in Żabbar.

For more information call Miriam Cassar on 2166 7001 or 9922 6186 or send an e-mail to marla@onvol.net.

Piano student's distinction

Michela Attard obtained a distinction mark in her Initial grade in piano and not a pass mark, as inadvertently published in the Trinity College notice that appeared on The Times of March 14.

Local council meeting today

Iklin 5.15p.m.

Lenten sermons

Lenten sermons will be delivered between today and Friday at 7 p.m. at St Patrick's Church in Sliema.