Social and Personal

Mr ERIC MAMO and Miss EDITH PACE
The marriage took place on November 22, 1953, at Stella Maris parish church, Sliema. Fr Joseph Inguanez officiated. Wishing you many more years of good health and happiness. With love and gratitude from Cedric and Louise, Simon and Rowena, Julian and Adriana, and Stephen. Lots of love and kisses on this special day to dear nanna and nannu from your grandchildren Steve, Jerome, Joanna, Hugo, Sarah, Marcus, Allen and Sam, and your sister Connie.

Obituary

CUSCHIERI. On Thursday, November 20, at St Luke's Hospital, DORIS née Chapelle, passed peacefully away, aged 80. She leaves to mourn her loss her son, Professor Alfred Cuschieri and his wife Monica, her daughters Miriam and her husband Joe Fenech, Therese and her husband George Bugeja, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, many relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2.30 p.m. for the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery chapel where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3 p.m., followed by interment.

DESIRA. On Friday, November 21, at Villa Messina, Rabat, RITA of Marsa, aged 87, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Violet and her husband Joe, Irene and her husband Gaetano, Lino and his wife Mary, Josephine and her husband Angelo, Mary and her husband Robert, Oscar and his wife Lawra, Miriam, widow of her son Twannie, her brother Ernest, her sisters Doris and Antoinette, their spouses, grandchildren, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Villa Messina today at 2 p.m. for St Dominic's church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.15 p.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

Appreciation - Philip Attard Montalto

Chev. Joseph C. Sammut writes:

Dr Philip Attard Montalto LL.D. was born on March 22, 1935. He was educated at St Edward's College where he was awarded the "Old Edwardian Prize" for the "Best Allrounder". He later obtained a senior diploma in Italian from the university for foreigners at Perugia in 1954. He graduated Doctor of Laws at the University of Malta in 1961.

He married the Noble Marie, eldest daughter of Count Alfred Anthony Sant Fournier and Eileen née Donavan on February 2, 1958.

He was chairman and managing director of several companies such as B. Tagliaferro & Sons Ltd, P.A.M. Ltd, Attard Estates Ltd, Tagliaferro Centre Ltd, Europa Centre Ltd, five Effs Cold Stores Ltd and Cabor Ltd. He was a director of Tagliaferro Bank Ltd from 1963 to 1973 and of the National Bank of Malta from 1970 to 1973.

In July 1987 he became a Knight of Magistral Grace in the Sovereign Military Order of Malta. He was elected president of the Maltese Association of SMOM on July 24, 2000 and promoted to Knight Grand Cross of Magistral Grace on April 1, 2002. Dr Philip passed away to a better life in the Lord on November 13, 2003.

Apart from his family his main interest was the fostering of the ideals and aims of the Order of St John - Tuitio Fidei (Defence of Faith) and Obsequium pauperum (Service to the Poor). Along with a former president of the Maltese Association SMOM, Roger de Giorgio and the Most Noble Comm. Baron Igino Trapani Galea Feriol, Philip was responsible for securing the provision of funds as well as the building of Casa Lanfreducci in Victory Square, Valletta, now the headquarters of the Maltese Association and which eventually became his second home.

Philip had a sharp intellect, utter professional integrity, a keen sense of humour and was delightful company on all occasions. His advice was, above all, always given so sincerely and freely. And that was Philip blessed with generosity, a characteristic often lacking in our modern stress-filled and hectic world.

Philip's funeral at the Cathedral in Mdina on November 15 evinced a palpable testimony of his friends' esteem. It was a moving service and few would doubt that he was there in spirit. He would have been gratified by the attendance of so many of his friends and colleagues, not least President Guido de Marco and Prime Minister Eddie Fenech Adami. Indeed a higher turn-out is hard to imagine.

I extend my sincere sympathy to Philip's family and relatives and to all his friends and colleagues in the Maltese Association of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta for the loss of a very special person.

Requiem Masses

An anniversary Mass in memory of VICTOR ANASTASI is being celebrated this evening at 6 at the Ursuline Crèche, Sliema.

In Memoriam

BARDON. In loving memory of LOUISE who passed away six years ago today. Fondly remembered by Lina, Mark, Klaus and Frank and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

BUSUTTIL. Unfading memories of Major ERIC BUSUTTIL, a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away three years ago today. May he rest in peace. Marcelle, Cindy, Bill, Ron and the grandchildren.

CALLEJA. In loving memory of our dear mother MARIA STELLA, today the 28th anniversary of her death. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by her sons, daughters and in-laws. A prayer is kindly solicited.

CAMILLERI. In cherished memory of our beloved DICK who died 20 years ago today. His wife and family.

CAMILLERI. In loving memory of EMANUEL, today the second anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Angela, his sons, daughters, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. Masses and prayers in his memory will be said in various churches. A loved one is never further away than our warmest memories. We thank You, O Lord, for giving him to us. May he rest in peace.

DEGABRIELE. Treasured memories of our dear father PAUL who passed away 20 years ago. His wife Annie, children Carmen, Alfred, Mary Rose, Frankie, Tony, Anna, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

FORMOSA - FRANCIS. Treasured memories of a beloved father and grandfather, today the 15th anniversary of his demise. Deeply missed by his son Lawrence, his grandsons Andrè and his wife Joanne, Etienne and his wife Marzena and Jean Pierre and his fiancée Eugenie. All Masses said today at St Julian's parish church will be offered for the repose of his soul. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

MICALLEF EYNAUD - GERALD. On the eighth anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Florely, Gay, Willie, Carla and Francis. Please remember him in your prayers.

MIRUZZI - GUIDO. Cherished memories of a dear husband, father and grandfather on the 19th anniversary of his death. Merciful Lord, grant him eternal rest. His wife Violet and family.

PODESTÀ - BLANCHE. Remembering our dearest mother with love and gratitude. Anne, Clare and Wilfred and their families.

SAMMUT - LINDA née Zarb. Lovingly remembered on the 20th anniversary of her demise by her husband, children and in-laws, her brothers, sisters and their families.

SHAW. Treasured memories of a dear father and grandfather NORMAN, today the 19th anniversary of his demise.
Time may hide the sadness
Like the smile may hide the tears
But the loving memories
Hold on fast
Despite the passing years.
May the Lord keep him in His loving care. Your sons, daughters, in-laws and grandchildren. Masses said today at Our Lady of Good Counsel parish church, Ta' l-Ibrag, will be offered for the repose of his soul. A prayer is solicited.

TAYAR - GITA. First wife of George Tayar, mother of Rina, grandmother of Gabriel. Beloved, vital - a candle emitting the spice of life. Her sister Shelley.

Personal

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored and glorified throughout the world forever and ever. Amen. P.B.

Vehicles Stolen

A dark blue Hyundai Lantra with registration KAO 108 was reported stolen from Onorato Bres Street, Ta' Xbiex on Thursday night. Anyone seeing the car is asked to phone 2131 3852 or 9942 3616.

A white Tata van with registration LAE 238 was reported stolen from Zabbar on Sunday night. Anyone spotting the van is asked to phone the police.

Bought Out

Simonds Farsons Cisk has bought Guido Vella Cash and Carry in Qormi from its owner, Guido Vella.

The acquisition involves the transfer of Mr Vella's business as a going concern but will be managed as a separate entity to the other group subsidiary companies.

Stroke Support Group

The Stroke Support Group is holding its monthly meeting at Zammit Clapp Hospital, Sliema on Wednesday at 5 p.m. when Claire Copperstone will speak about prevention of stroke and heart disease through a healthy diet.

Fun run proceeds

St Theresa Junior Lyceum students managed to collect the sum of Lm5,000 during the charity fun run on Wednesday.

The money will go to Caritas (Malta), Kare 4 Kenya Foundation and the school benevolent fund.

Greece, Rome Scholarships

The Alexander S. Onassis Public Benefit Foundation is offering research scholarships grants and educational scholarships in three categories for the academic year 2004/2005 in Greece.

Further information is available from the Scholarships Section of the Foreign Ministry, Valletta.

The International Institute for the Unification of Private Law is offering two to four months Research Scholarship Programmes and internships for a minimum of three months in Rome.

Further information is also available from the Foreign Ministry.

www.foreign.gov.mt/news/scholarships

Trading Partners

Maxi Quartz Ltd of Fgura have been appointed trading partners for Malta by Unieuro, the brand owners of the television company Nordmende.

Unieuro managing director Alfredo Sovrano came to Malta to attend the launch of the partnership.

New Website

Eden Leisure's IMAX theatre has launched a new website developed by Alert Communications. It carries movie news and information.

www.imax.com.mt

President's Engagements Today

7.30 p.m. at the Cottonera Sports Complex, the President presides over the Worker of the Year Award organised by the Ministry for Social Policy.

What's On Today

Play
8 p.m. at St James Cavalier, Valletta, Amphitryon, by Actinghouse Productions.

Dance
7.30 p.m. at the Manoel Theatre, Valletta, Sharon Sapienza's Flamencos.

Exhibitions
9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the German-Maltese Circle, Valletta, exhibition of photographs and ceramics by Gudrun Kirchmann and Hans Joachim Thalau.

9 a.m. to noon, at Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce, Valletta, arts and crafts exhibition.

10 a.m. to 3.30 p.m., at Cathedral Museum, Mdina, exhibition of masters' etchings by Guido Reni, Reubens, Van Dyck, Rembrandt and Goya.

Pharmacies Open Tomorrow

Malta 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. - Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
Floriana Dispensary, 23, St Anne Street, Floriana;
Nashinal Pharmacy, 194, St Joseph High Road, Hamrun;
Fatima Pharmacy, Zonqor Street, Sta Venera;
St Helen Pharmacy, Tumas Fenech Street, Birkirkara;
J & L Pharmacy, 8, Yacht Marina Apartments, Marina Street, Pietà;
Melita Pharmacy, 127, St George's Road, St Julian's;
Mrabat Pharmacy, 5, Mrabat Street, Sliema;
St Joseph Pharmacy, 172, Main Street, Lija;
Grognet Pharmacy, 41, Constitution Street, Mosta;
St Simon Pharmacy, 8, Islets Promenade, Bugibba;
Tarxien Pharmacy, 59, Tarxien Road, Tarxien;
Victory Pharmacy, 32, Victory Street, Senglea;
Cilia's Pharmacy, 303, Zabbar Road, Fgura;
Medicaid Pharmacy, Tower Avenue, Gudja;
Zurrieq Dispensary, 68, Main Street, Zurrieq;
Nobel Pharmacy, Sciortino Street, Zebbug;
St Anthony Pharmacy, 18, Main Street, Rabat;
Castle Pharmacy, 2, Independence Square, Victoria, Gozo;
Tony's Pharmacy, Qbajjar Street, Marsalforn.