Announcements

ABUSHWASHI. On January 9, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Ibtisam Ftis and Hafed, God's precious gift of a son - FADI, a most welcome brother to Zainab, Firas and Rawasi. Thanks to the obstetrician, midwives Mariella Abela Camilleri and Carmen Scerri and to all the maternity staff at the hospital.

AZZOPARDI. On December 9, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Nicky née Bonello and Mark, God's precious gift of a daughter - SARAH, a most welcome sister to Julia. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to all the maternity staff.

CARUANA. On January 11, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Notary Dr Silvana Borg, LL.D. and Dr Ludvic Caruana, LL.D., God's precious gift of a daughter - EMILIA, a welcome sister to Luigi Rocco and Michela. Thanks to all well-wishers.

MUSCAT FARRUGIA. On January 3, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Claudia née Mintoff and Nikolai, God's precious gift of a daughter - ANDREYA, a most welcome sister to Gianni. Special thanks go to the obstetrician, the midwives and all the maternity staff.

SAMMUT. On January 1, at Dr Bohler Clinic, Luxembourg, to Ana née Dimitrova and Karl, God's precious gift of a son - ALEXANDER. Thanks be to God and Our Lady.

SMIDA. On January 11, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Saher née Kakul and Abdalrman, God's precious gift of a daughter - FATIMA, a most welcome sister to Mohammed and Ahmed. Thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Sharon Bartolo and to all the maternity staff at the hospital.

Obituary

BORG. On January 16, at Mater Dei Hospital, ESPRIT, aged 67, from Sta Luċija, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Agnes, known as Ines, née Attard, his children Karl and his wife Doris, Mark and his wife Jennifer, and Keith and his wife Kirsten, his grandchildren Gary, Luke, Neil, Amy, Hannah and Hailey, his brothers and sisters, his in-laws, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 2 p.m. for Sta Luċija parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, would be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

In memoriam

AGIUS - JOSEPH. In fond remembrance, today the first anniversary of his passing away from me to the embrace of the Lord and the Blessed Virgin Mary. I miss you dearly and you will always be in my heart. Your loving wife Chessie and in-laws. Today's 11.30 a.m. Mass at St Gregory's parish church, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of his soul. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BORG - MARY. Treasured memories of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, today being the 20th anniversary of her meeting with the Risen Lord. Lovingly remembered by George, Antoinette and family.

DE MARIA. Fond and lasting memories of MICHAEL G., especially today the 14th anniversary of his death. His family.

FALZON SANT MANDUCA - MARY. Treasured memories of a dearest mother and grandmother, today the second anniversary of her meeting with the Lord. Sadly missed and always in our thoughts and prayers. Alfred, Berta and Joe and grandchildren.

GALEA NAUDI. In loving memory of JOSEPH and MARY whose 25th and 15th passing away anniversaries occur at this time. Rest in peace. Fondly remembered by their son Francis and wife Eileen and grandsons John and Robert.

GRECH. In loving memory of CHARLES B. on the eighth anniversary since his passing away. Deeply missed by his wife Aida, his children Simone and her husband Mike, Mark and his wife Aileen and grandchildren Alicia, Adam and Patrick. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

HUBER. Loving memories of our dear father JOSIE on the 17th anniversary of his death. His sons, daughters and families.

KHALIL - PAULINE. In loving memory of a dear mother, today the second anniversary of her passing away. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said today at 6.30 p.m. at Mount St Joseph, Tarġa Gap. Deep in our hearts you'll always stay, loved and remembered every day. Until we meet again. Khalil, Stelmart, Jeancarl and Annabelle.

PACE - GERALD. Treasured memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather on the 28th anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Forever in our hearts and prayers. Mary, Joe, Ingrid, Liz and their families.

PALMIER - ANTHONY.

Memories are keepsakes,
That we cherish every day.
They will never, ever tarnish
Or ever go away.

Sleep well and in peace, Dorothy, Sammy and family.

PULLICINO - THERESA. In ever loving memory of a beloved mother and grandmother. Fondly remembered on the anniversary of her death. Her family.

SAID - WILFRED. A dear husband, father and brother forever in our thoughts and prayers. Rosanna, Adrian, M'Louise and families.

TABONE - ANGELO. On the first anniversary of his death, January 16, 2009. Forever in our hearts and prayers. His wife Carmelina, his son Edmund, daughter Josette and her husband Victor Carachi, his grandchildren Erika, Jessica, Karen and Julia, relatives and friends.

VALENZIA. In ever loving memory of ARTURO and VIOLET, beloved parents and grandparents, fondly remembered on the anniversary of their death. Sr Marie Claire, Brian, Geoffrey, Madeleine and their families.

Missing

Since last December, from Fgura, grey cockatiel answering to the name Sussie. Reward of €50 given. Phone 9980 4139.