Social and Personal

CAMILLERI. On December 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Annalise née Axisa and Heinrich, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - YLENIA NATALIA. Thanks be to St Dominic.

ELLUL. On November 25, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Daniella née Debono and Italo, God's precious gift of a first-born son - JULIAN. Special thanks to the doctors, midwife Carmen Wareing and all the maternity staff for their care and attention.

GALEA. On December 4, to Sandie née Mangion and Andrew, CHRISTINA and JONATHAN. Deo gratias.

KUKLEVA. On December 2, at St Philip's Hospital, to Julia née Zaitseva and Vladimir, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - ALLA FRANCESCA. Thanks be to God.

MELILLO. On November 25, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Celia née Borg and Edward, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MICHAELA. Special thanks to the midwives, all the medical and operating theatre staff, and all the staff at the post-natal ward.

MIZZI. On December 1, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Anna Maria née Caruana and Daren, God's precious gift of a daughter - CHRISTINE ANGÈLE, a most welcome sister to Therese Ann. Thanks be to God and the Blessed Virgin Mary. Thanks also to all the maternity staff for their care and dedication.

MOCK. On November 28, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Josette and Billy, God's precious gift of a first-born son - ISAAC WILLIAM. Thanks be to Our Lady of Ta' Pinu and St Pio of Pietrelcina Special thanks to the excellent midwife, Claire Zerafa, for her kind attention.

TUBIC. On December 1, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Maria Pia née Galea and Goran, God's precious gift of a first-born son - NICHOLAS. Special thanks to all the staff of the SCBU for their care and attention, and the maternity teams of St Philip's and St Luke's Hospitals.

Marriages

Dr PETER FSADNI, MD and Dr CLAUDIA CORDINA, MD
The marriage took place on Monday, December 8, at St Mary's parish church, Attard, between PETER, son of Mr and Carmel M. Fsadni, M.Sc., BA (Hons), B.Sc. (Hons), and Mrs Fsadni of Attard, and CLAUDIA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Victor M. Cordina of Zejtun. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Joseph Fsadni and Fr Gerald Montebello, MSSP. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr Mario Fsadni, B.Sc, C.Phys., and Ms Catherine Palmier Cecy. Ing. Andrew Fsadni, B.Eng. (Hons), carried out the duties of best man. Mr Renzo Cordina acted as usher. The bride was attended by Miss Antonella Cordina and Miss Mariosa Bonnici. Miss Rebecca Clark was flower-girl. A reception was held at Palazzo Parisio, Naxxar. The couple will be spending their honeymoon in the Far East.

Mr MATTHEW MIRABELLI and Miss ALEXIA AQUILINA
The marriage took place on Sunday, November 30, at the church of the Holy Cross, Floriana, between MATTHEW, son of Mr and Mrs Terence Mirabelli of Mosta, and ALEXIA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Alfred Aquilina of Ta' Xbiex. Fr Claude Portelli celebrated nuptial Mass. Mr Jason Aquilina and Mr David Montanaro Gauci witnessed the ceremony. Dr Conrad Cassar Torregiani was best man. Mrs Fiorella Pace and Miss Nicolette Mirabelli attended the bride. Mr Dale Ralston and Mr Neil Ralston were ushers. A reception was later held at Villa Arrigo, San Pawl tat-Targa.

Obituary

BERRY. On December 9, CATHERINE née Bonnici of Zejtun, aged 72. Greatly missed by her husband Clifford and children Marguarita, Jennifer and John. A wonderful, loving wife and mother. She leaves to mourn her loss her brother, sisters, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral will take place at the Roman Catholic Holy Rood church, Swindon, England on Thursday, December 18 at 2 p.m. Should you wish to send flowers, please send to the Hilier Chapel of Rest, Broadway, Whitworth Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, England, to arrive before 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 18.

CALIGARI. On December 13, Emanuel, aged 87, of Zabbar, ex-foreman at the Air Ministry, passed peacefully away conforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Wally and his wife Carmen, Victor and his wife Nathalie, Doris and her husband Paul Degabriele and Joan and her husband John Camilleri, his grandchildren Godwin and his wife, Audrey and her husband, Brandon and his fiancée, Maria, Sandro and his fiancée, Fabio and his wife, and Jonathan, his great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Zejtun Home today at 2.45 p.m. for Zabbar Cemetery chapel where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3.30 p.m., followed by interment.

GALEA. On December 12, Joseph, residing in Sliema, former lay administrator at Mount Carmel Hospital, widower of Rita, passed peacefully away. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Raymond and his wife Karen, Marthese and her fiancé Alex, Stephen and his fiancée Stephanie, his grandchildren Kelly, Shelly, Gemma and Sarah, his brother Lorry and sister Mary, his sister-in-law Jane, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.

SCIBERRAS. On December 13, at St Luke's Hospital, Peter, aged 80, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Catherine, his children Carmen and her husband John Mamo, Victor and his wife Louise, Christopher and his wife Ingrid, and Louise and her husband Kenneth Pullicino, his grandchildren, his brothers Fr Anton, Joseph and Leone, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 7.45 a.m. for Paola parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at the Naxxar Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be greatly appreciated.

Requiem Masses

Tomorrow's 6 p.m. Mass at the Ursuline Crèche, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of the dear soul of JOE FARRUGIA who passed away on November 17. The attendance of relatives and friends will be greatly appreciated. Mary.

In Memoriam

BIANCO. In loving memory of Mgr. CARMELO BIANCO, 15.12.2001, a beloved uncle and great-uncle, on the second anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by his niece Rita Catherine, her husband Robert G. Mangion and children Gabriella, Riccardo-Matteo, Francesca and Roberto Stefano. Always in our hearts and prayers. The 6.30 p.m. Mass at Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of his soul. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BUGEJA. In loving memory of JOSEPH (ex-Customs Inspector) who set off on his final journey to everlasting life six years ago. "Dad, the sadness is alleviated and the void in our lives partially filled in knowing that you and mum have now been reunited for all eternity. Until we meet again, as God promised." Alan, Martin, Simone and grandson Quentin.

CALLEJA - MARY née Demajo. In ever loving memory of a beloved mother and grandmother on this the first anniversary of her death. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Antoinette and Manfred and grandchildren.

CAMILLERI - LUCY. In memory of our dear aunt. Fondly remembered, never forgotten. The Rossi family, Valletta.

CASSAR. Cherished and unfading memories of a devoted husband and father, CARMEL, on the second anniversary of his passing away. His wife Mary née Camilleri and only daughter Antoinette.

CORDINA - EMANUEL WILLIE. Unforgettable, special memories of a loving husband and father on his 18th anniversary. Sadly missed by his wife Rita, children Marius and his wife Doriette and grandson Michael, Vanessa and her husband Jean. O Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FENECH - DOMINIC. In loving memory of a dear husband and father, today the 21st anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Rose and all his family. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

GRIMA - GUZEPPI. December 12 being seven years since your demise. One may assert that time heals, but the fallout from your absence seems to be taking a trifle too long to settle. Your wife, children, in-laws and grandchildren.

MARTINELLI - CARMELO of Sliema. Tomorrow the 19th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered, greatly loved and deeply missed by his wife Lilian, son Victor, daughter Pauline, husband Joseph and grandchildren Karl and Ilaria.

PACE MOORE. Fond memories of our beloved mother GIOVANNA, today the 34th anniversary of her death. Her sons and daughter.

PENZA - FRANCESCO and GIUSA. On the eighth and seventh anniversary of their death. Never forgotten by their children, in-laws and grandchildren.

SCICLUNA. In loving memory of DOREEN née Pecorella on the sixth anniversary of her demise. Her children Mark, Corinne and Moyra and family.

STIJNS-EBEJER. In loving memory of FLORA, a dear wife, mother, mother-in-law and grandmother, on the 10th anniversary of her death in the Netherlands. Always in our hearts and prayers. Léo Stijns, children Marina, Joseph, William, Annick, spouses and grandchildren.

ZAMMIT - CAROL née Holland. On the 10th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Harry, Rose and family.

ZAMMIT. In loving memory of our beloved CAROL née Holland on the 10th anniversary of her death. Simon, Annabel and David.

ZAMMIT - CAROL née Holland. In sweet and loving memory of my dear grand-daughter on the 10th anniversary of her passing away. Josephine Scerri.

ZAMMIT - CAROL née Holland. Treasured memories of our beloved daughter, today the 10th anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Margaret and John.

ZAMMIT - CAROL. On your 10th anniversary.
Deep in my heart
A memory is kept
Of a sister-in-law I loved
And never will forget.
Always in my thoughts. Steffie.

Season's Greetings

Mr and Mrs J.L. Debono of 163c, Church Avenue, Paola, wish all their relatives and friends a very happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

Mr and Mrs Alexander and Lina Gauci of Marsascala will not be sending greeting cards this festive season. They wish all their family and friends a merry Christmas and a happy New Year.

Sally Levison would like to wish her many friends in Gozo and Malta a happy, healthy and peaceful Christmas and a happy New Year.

Charles and Victoria Parnis of Cospicua, and Elvira Bajada of Msida, extend season's greetings to all their relatives and friends. They will not be sending Christmas cards this year due to the demise of Violetta Bajada of Msida who passed away on November 29.

Joseph F. and Maria Porsella-Flores are not sending Christmas cards this year, owing to family mourning for their son-in-law, Eric Zammit, who died on November 19. They thank, however, all those who would have expressed to them the season's greetings and good wishes.

The Misses M and C Portelli of Triq il-Pedidalwett, Madliena, wish a happy Christmas and a bright New Year to all their relatives and friends. They are not sending any cards this year.

The director and staff of the Russian Centre for Science and Culture would like to wish their members, students and friends a merry Christmas and a happy New Year 2004.

Sidonia Enterprises Ltd

Christmas shutdown. Last trading day Thursday, December 18, reopening on Monday, January 5, 2004.

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
Vilhena Pharmacy, 37, St Anne Street, Floriana;
Thomas' Pharmacy, 796, St Joseph High Road, Hamrun;
Drugshop Dispensary, De La Cruz Avenue, Qormi;
Marrit Pharmacy, May 1 Street, Fleur-de-Lys;
St Anthony Pharmacy, 56, St Joseph Street, Pietà;
St Julians Pharmacy, 24, G. Borg Olivier Street, St Julian's;
Drug Store: Anglo Maltese Dispensary Ltd, 382, Manwel Dimech Street, Sliema;
M4 Pharmacy, Old Railway Road, Attard;
Tat-Targa Pharmacy, Plot No. 2, Constitution Street, Mosta;
Karizia Drugstore, 87, George Borg Olivier Street, Mellieha;
Portelli's Dispensary, 1, Luqa Road, Paola;
Kalkara Pharmacy, 8, Archbishop Gonzi Square, Kalkara;
St James Pharmacy, Misrah is-Sliem, Zabbar;
Beta Pharmacy, 50/52, St Mary Street, Ghaxaq;
Chrysanthemum Pharmacy, St Nicholas Street, Qrendi;
Spizerija Hal Mula, Dun Salv. Ciappara, Zebbug;
Healthwise Pharmacy, 36, Francesco Zammit Street, Dingli;
Batu Pharmacy. 38, Palm Street, Victoria, Gozo;
St Joseph Pharmacy, 28, St Joseph Square, Qala.