Social and Personal

ABELA. On September 21, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Maria née Spiteri and Josef, God's precious gift of a second daughter - JADE, a sister to Nadege. Thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Carmen Scerri and all the maternity staff at the hospital.

ALBANI. On September 18, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Moira née Agius and Louis, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MARIA FEDERICA. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the dedicated maternity staff for all their care.

BONELLO GHIO. On September 2, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Davina née Vella and Luke, God's precious gift of a son - DINO MATTEO, a most welcome brother to twin sisters Michela and Sara. Special thanks to all the maternity staff at the hospital.

BUTTIGIEG. On September 4, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Rosette née Magro and John, God's precious gift of a son - BEPPE, a long-awaited brother to Mark. Praise to the Lord and Our Lady. Special thanks to all the staff at the SCBU for their dedication and love.

BUTTIGIEG. On September 15, to Benna Chase and Albert, an adorable son - ADAM, a welcome brother to Karen. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the staff at the Gozo General Hospital maternity wing.

CREMONA. On September 19, at St Philip's Hospital, to Susan née Farrugia and Mark Anthony, God's precious gift of a daughter - MARTINA, a most welcome sister to Michela and Francesca. Thanks to midwife Carmen Cannataci and all the maternity staff.

ELLUL. On September 17, at St Philip's Hospital, to Christine née Grech and Carlo, God's precious gift of a first-born son - LUCA. Thanks to all the staff at the hospital, especially the obstetrician.

GALEA. On September 10, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Audrey née Mallia and Colin, a daughter - SARAH ANN, a sister to Claudia, Deborah and Rachel. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks Ms Cassar and Ms Cipriott.

NICHOLL. On September 19, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Mandy née Grech and Patrick, God's precious gift of a first-born son - JAMIE. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the maternity staff at the hospital.

NICKISCH. On August 14, at Clinique Europe, Saint Michel, Brussels, Belgium, to Annabelle née Falzon and Hans, God's precious gift of a daughter - ESMERALDA, a welcome sister to Katerina.

SCIBERRAS. On September 2, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Ollydia née Vella and Patrick, God's precious gift of a daughter - JULIA MARIA, a most awaited sister to Jacob James. Thanks to the obstetrician, the midwife and all the maternity staff at the hospital for their care and support.

SCICLUNA. On September 22, at Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, to Annelies née Traas and Colin, God's precious gift of a son - PHILIP JACOB, a most welcome brother to Amelie Louise. Deo gratias et Mariae.

VELLA PACE. On September 21, at St Philip's Hospital, to Marilena née Pellegrini and Martin, God's precious gift of a first-born son - ROBERTO. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the obstetrician, paediatrician, anaesthetist and all the staff at the maternity department.

Marriages

Mr MICHAEL GATT and Miss SABRINA CARUANA
The marriage took place on Friday, September 24, between MICHAEL, son of John and Simone Gatt of San Pawl tat-Targa, and SABRINA, daughter of David and Alice Caruana of Ta' Xbiex. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr John Scicluna, SJ, at St John of the Cross parish church, Ta' Xbiex. Mrs Fiona Pace and Mrs Edwina Soler, the bride's sisters, and Mr Bernard Ferrante, BA (Hons.) Econ., the groom's uncle, witnessed the ceremony. The bride was attended by Miss Louise Gatt, Miss Natasha Pace and Miss Davinia Pace. Master Miguel Soler and Master Jacques Soler were pageboys. Mr Philip Bonett and Mr Nikolai de Giorgio were best men. Mr Sandro Bartoli, Mr Chris Casapinta, Mr David Curmi, Mr Matthew Cardona, Mr Etienne Grech, Mr Malcolm Sullivan and Mr Andrew Sapienza acted as ushers. A reception was later held at Palazzo Parisio, Naxxar. The couple are spending their honeymoon in South Africa and Mauritius.

Mr BRYCE OBLINGER and Miss SAMANTHA SANT
The marriage took place on Saturday, September 4, at St Bartholomew's parish church, Gharghur, between BRYCE, son of Mr Barrie Oblinger and Mrs Debra Kaufman of North Carolina, USA, and SAMANTHA, daughter of the late Michael A. Sant and of Mrs Lina Sant of Mosta. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Marius Galea. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr Aaron Borg and Mr Darcy Oblinger. Dr John Grech Hardie, MD, and Mr Charles Borg, carried out the duties of best men, while Ms Hannah Borg, B.Educ., and Mrs Les Vella were ushers. The bride was attended by Dr Sephora Grech Hardie, MD, and Ms Elizabeth Cimino was flower-girl. A reception was later held at Selmun Castle, Selmun. The couple are taking up residence in Florida, USA.

Mr PAUL SCERRI and Ms ODILE SEYCHELL
The marriage took place on Monday, September 20, between PAUL, son of Nazzareno and Carmen Scerri of Fgura, and ODILE, daughter of Joseph and Rita Seychell of Birkirkara. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Benjamin Galea, OCD, at St Theresa Sanctuary, Birkirkara. Mrs Maria Bonavia and Mrs Marie Antoinette Cassar were witnesses. The bride was attended by Ms Eleanor Azzopardi. Mr Jason Bonavia was best man and Mr Kenneth Magro and Mr Kurt Scerri acted as ushers. A reception was later held at Villa Madama, Attard.

Ruby Wedding

Mr ACHILLE MIZZI and Miss YOLANDA MIFSUD
The marriage between ACHILLE and YOLANDA took place on September 27, 1964, at Our Lady of Graces Sanctuary, Zabbar. Fr Carmelo Buttigieg officiated. Best wishes from Marcel and Lauren, Ramon and Roberto, Pierre and Therese, Desiree and Joseph, all their grandchildren, relatives and friends. Ad multos annos.

Golden Wedding

Dr JOSEPH ZARB COUSIN, LL.D., BA and Miss LILIAN AGIUS-GILIBERT
The marriage took place on September 26, 1954, at St Ignatius chapel, St Julian's. The late Fr Gennaro Camilleri officiated. Congratulations and best wishes to mummy and daddy from Christopher, Audrey and Salvo. Lots of love to nanna and nannu from Pamela, Giampiero and his girlfriend Sarah, and Sabrina.

Obituary

DEBONO. On September 24, at St Luke's Hospital, MANWEL, aged 67, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his brother Joseph, his sister Carmen and her husband Jack residing in Wales, his sister-in-law Cettina, widow of Salvu, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 9.30 a.m. for the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 10 a.m., followed by interment.

SAMMUT. On September 24, EVELYN née Sant of Hamrun, aged 60, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her great loss her husband Ronnie, her sons Patrick and his wife Rosalie, and Alex, her daughter Roseanne, her grandson Andrew, her sister Iris and her brothers Guido and his wife Carmen, Joe and his wife Jessie, Aldo and his wife Lukie, Lino and his wife Mary, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Sir Paul Boffa Hospital tomorrow for St Cajetan parish church, Hamrun, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetry. No flowers by request but donations to charitable institutions will be appreciated. The family regret they are anable to recieve visitors.

In Memoriam

ATTARD. In loving memory of ANTHONY, tomorrow the fourth anniversary of his death. The 7.30 p.m. Mass at St Patrick's church, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of his soul. Always remembered by his wife Janey, his children and their respective spouses and his grandchildren. A prayer is kindly solicited.

CAMILLERI - VICTOR. Unfaded memories of a beloved husband and father on the 16th anniversary of his death on September 29.
If he could have spoken before he died
These are the words he would have replied:
This life for me has truly passed
I've loved you to the very last.
Weep not for me
But courage take
And love each other
For my sake.
Sadly missed by his wife Lina, his children Mario, Joe, Henriette, Marcelle, Jacqueline, in-laws and grandchildren. Masses for the repose of his soul will be said on Wednesday, September 29, at 7 a.m. at Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema, and at 6 p.m. at the MUSEUM chapel, Blata l-Bajda. Kindly remember him in your prayers.

COCKS. Seven years ago, Our Lord called to eternal rest, RAYMOND, a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Your loving wife Carmen, daughters Denise, Lorraine and Cynthia, their husbands and grandchildren.

DESIRA - MARY. On her first anniversary. Your memory lives within our hearts for ever. Your family.

GALEA. In loving memory of our dear parents FRANCIS and MARIA née Cavallazzi on the 30th and 40th anniversary of their passing away. Always in our thoughts and in our hearts. Your sons, daughters, in-laws and their families.

GRIMA - VINCENT (ex co-proprietor, Charvin Press). A beloved husband, father and grandfather, today the seventh anniversary of his demise. Profoundly loved and missed by his wife Carmen, daughter Sephora, husband Jonathan and his grand-daughter Vincelle. Various Masses for the repose of his soul will be said today. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

LAPIRA - RITA née Felice Gay. Cherished and everlasting memories of a beloved mother and grandmother on the sixth anniversary of her passing away. Greatly loved and always remembered by her children Mark, Fiona, Marion and Jude, in-laws and grandchildren.

MONTAGUE - LAURA, 26.9.'98.
I understand now
That knowing smile
On your lips, as you
Slept for ever,
Meant you'd arrived.
Mummy, daddy, Holly and Samuel. Today's 7 p.m. Mass at Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema, will be offered in Laura's memory.

MONTAGUE - LAURA, 26.9.'98.
Six years have passed
Yet nothing has changed.
Our precious granddaughter
Remains constantly in our thoughts,
Held forever close to our hearts.
Nanna and nannu.

MONTAGUE - LAURA, 26.9.'98. Although six years have passed, we miss you deeply. Uncle Douglas, auntie Louise, Alexander, Stephen and Emily.

MONTAGUE - LAURA, 26.9.'98.
Not a day passes
Without mentioning Laura.
For ever present in our hearts -
Our very own
Angel in heaven.
Catherine, Ian and Christian.

MONTAGUE. In loving memory of LAURA on the sixth anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by nanna Maria, auntie Trisha, uncle David, Andrea and Rowena.

MONTEBELLO - ANTHONY. In loving memory of a dear husband and father, today the 17th anniversary of his death. Always in our hearts and prayers. His wife Carmen and children Christian and Gabriella.

MONTEBELLO - TONY. In loving memory of a dear brother, today the 17th anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts and prayers. Renée and family.

MUSCAT - MARIA of Qormi. In loving memory, on the 25th year of her demise. For ever in my heart. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Her only daughter Grace.

SERGE. Unfading and loving memories of JEFFREY, a much loved son, brother and uncle, especially today his anniversary. A prayer is solicited. His family.

STEER - MAURICE. In memory of a dear father on the 46th anniversary of his demise. Never forgotten by his daughter Dorothy and Ernest, also by his son Maurice, his wife Mary and grandchildren.

Study Morning For Nurses

A study morning for nurses, focusing on Promoting Urinary Continence in the Elderly, is being organised by Zammit Clapp Hospital.

This will be held at the Catholic Institute, Floriana, on October 18, between 8.20 a.m. and 1 p.m. Repeat sessions shall be held on October 21 and 25. For more information and application forms contact Mr Raymond Grixti on 2134-4950 by not later than October 12, 2004.

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta 9 a.m. to noon - Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
St Publius Pharmacy, 48, Gunlayer Street, Floriana;
Thomas' Pharmacy, 796, St Joseph High Road, Hamrun;
Fatima Pharmacy, Triq iz- Zonqor, St Venera;
Marrit Pharmacy, May 1 Street, Fleur-de-Lys;
J & L Pharmacy, 8, Yacht Marina Apartments, Marina Street, Pietà;
San Giorgio Pharmacy, Manwel Buhagiar Street, Pembroke;
Edward's Pharmacy, 115, Manwel Dimech Street, Sliema;
Balzan Pharmacy, 70, St Francis Street, Balzan;
Grognet Pharmacy, 41, Constitution Street, Mosta;
Promenade Pharmacy, Triq it-Trunciera, Bugibba;
Fleming Pharmacy, 65, Zabbar Road, Paola;
Victory Pharmacy, 32, Victory Street, Senglea;
St Anne Pharmacy, Triq il-Qaliet, Marsascala;
Gudja Pharmacy, 25, St Cyrus Street, Gudja;
Chrysanthemum Pharmacy, St Nicholas Street, Qrendi;
Santa Marija Pharmacy, 40, Triq l-Ghasfura, Zebbug;
Central Pharmacy, Manuel Vitale Street, Rabat;
Castle Pharmacy, 2, Misrah l-Indipendenza, Victoria, Gozo;
Tony's Pharmacy, Triq il-Qbajjar, Marsalforn.