Social and Personal

Births

BORG. On October 21, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Manjri née Bindra and Kenneth, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - VICTORIA. Heartfelt thanks to all the staff for their attention and dedication.

BORG. On November 9, at St Philip's Hospital, to Vanya and Ludwig, God's precious gift of a first-born son - FRANCESCO. Thanks to all the staff at St Philip's maternity wing, the obstetrician and the paediatrician. Special thanks to midwife Mrs Carmen Cannataci.

BOURAONI. On November 7, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Youssr Mansour and Abdel Basset, God's precious gift of a daughter - SHADED, a sister to Shams. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwives Mariella Abela Camilleri and Anna Calleja, and all the staff at St James Hospital.

CARABOTT. On November 11, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Mandy née Bezzina and Ivan Louis, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MARIA KATRINA. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to midwife Josepha Micallef and the maternity staff for all their dedication and care.

CARDONA. On October 30, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Eleanor née Mifsud and Paul, God's precious gift of a daughter - HANNAH REBECCA, a most welcome sister to David. Special thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Ms Antoinette Formosa for their excellent care and attention.

DAINTITH. On November 11, at St James Capua Hospital, to Yuni née Rachmawanti and Graham John, God's precious gift of a first-born son - DECLAN HABIBI. Thanks to the doctors and staff at St James.

EBEJER. On November 5, at St Philip's Hospital, to Claudette née Zarb and Noel, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - MARIA. Thanks to the obstetrician, maternity staff, theatre staff, anaesthetist, paediatrician and aunt Carmen Cannataci.

FARRUGIA. On November 7, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Daniela née Gauci Borda and Kenneth, God's precious gift of a son - LUCA, a most welcome brother to Julia. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the obstetrician and all the staff at the maternity wing.

GRECH. On November 10, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Denise née Grima and Lawrence, God's precious gift of a son - GIULIO, a most welcome brother to Alessandro. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to midwife C. Bonnici and all the staff at the maternity wing.

PERICI FERRANTE. On November 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Romina née Ferrante and Arthur, God's precious gift of a first-born son - ADAM. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to midwife Marica Buttigieg and all the maternity staff for their care.

POOLE JONSSON. On November 9, at Lunds University Hospital, Sweden, to Vanessa née Puglisevich and Krister, a son - LUCAS, a most welcome brother to Emilia.

SAID. On November 11, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Anna née Gatt and Randolph, God's precious gift of a son - KURT, a most welcome brother to Alan. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Our gratitude to all the staff at the maternity wing.

SCICLUNA. On November 8, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Muriel née Calleja and Mark, God's precious gift of a daughter - KRISTINA, a welcome sister to Lisa. Thanks to the staff at the maternity ward, especially Anabel and Maria.

SPITERI. On November 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Cristina née Cordina and Sandro, God's precious gift of a son - JULIAN JOSEPH, a most welcome brother to Mark and Matthew. Thanks be to St Padre Pio and Blessed Mother Teresa. Special thanks to the obstetrician, the anaesthetists and the very dedicated staff at the post natal ward and SCBU.

TANTI BELLOTTI. On October 28, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Ruth née Mallia Zarb and Dennis, God's most precious gift of a daughter - DANILA MARIA, a most welcome sister to Daphne. Heartfelt thanks to God and our heavenly Mother. Special thanks to the professor and all the dedicated maternity staff.

Engagements

Mr MARK BUSUTTIL and Ms ALEXIA GRISCTI, B.Com. (Hons.)
The engagement is announced between MARK, son of Mr and Mrs A. Busuttil of Tal-Virtù, Rabat, and ALEXIA, daughter of Mr and Mrs A.E. Griscti of Sliema. Fr Hilary Tagliaferro blessed the couple.

Marriages

Mr Branko Radojevic and Miss Nicola Sultana
The marriage took place on Saturday, October 11, at the church of the Holy Cross, Floriana, between Branko, son of Mr and Mrs Dragoljub Radojevic of Serbia and Nicola, daughter of Mr and Mrs Arnold Sultana of St Julian's. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Rev. Can. Michael Agius. The ceremony was witnessed by Mrs Tara Mifsud and Mr Milos Babic. Mr Miroslav Stanojevic carried out the duties of bestman. The bride was attended by Ms Sharon Cassar and Ms Tanya Peric. The bride's nieces Giulia and Dina Demajo were flower girls, while Messrs. Mark Sultana, Dejan Stefanovic and Pier Luca Demajo were ushers. An afternoon reception was held at Palazzo Parisio Naxxar.

Coral Wedding

Mr CHARLES CAMILLERI and Miss LUIGIA ATTARD
The marriage between CHARLES and LUIGIA took place on November 16, 1968, at St Lawrence parish church, Vittoriosa. Congratulations on this special day. May you spend more happy years together. Best wishes from your children Frank, Brian and his wife Isabelle, Neville and Christopher, their fiancées and beloved grandchildren Luke and Sarah.

Obituary

CATANIA. On November 14, at St Luke's Hospital, EMIDIO, of Birzebbuga, aged 70, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Maria Assunta née Callus, his daughter Elizabeth, known as Liz, and her husband Stephen Vassallo, and his granddaughter Katia, his brother and sister, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 9.15 a.m. for St Peter's parish church, Birzebbuga, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 10 a.m., followed by interment at Tarxien cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Ursuline Crèche, Sliema, will be appreciated.

CAUCHI. On November 15, at her daughter's residence in Marsalforn, Gozo, OLGA née Tabone, widow of Dr Alfred Cauchi, at the age of 95, a most loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed peacefully away, comforted by the rights of the Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her sad loss, her children Victor and his wife Anna, Maria and her husband Joe Bondì, Tommy and his wife Ena, Emily widow of Reggie Spiteri, her grandchildren Lou, Jacqueline, John, Thomas, Joanna, Silvana, Roberta, Marc, Jeremy and Tonio, her 17 great-grandchildren, her sisters Hilda Debrincat and Josephine Calleja, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves Sabina Square tomorrow at 4.30 p.m. for the Cathedral, Victoria, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 4.45 p.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Cemetery, Xewkija. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord grant her eternal rest.

FERRANTE SOMERVILLE. On November 13, MARIA née Carachi, widow of Carmelo Thomas, passed peacefully away, in her 89th year. Deeply mourned by her only daughter Isabel and her husband Michael Angelo Scerri, her most beloved grandchildren Juliana and Malcolm Scerri-Ferrante, her sisters Nella Farrugia, Amy and Lina and her husband Anthony Naudi, her brother Arthur, nephews and nieces in Malta, Canada and Scotland, relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves Zammit Clapp Hospital tomorrow for Our Lady of Good Counsel church, Paceville, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

KINNAIRD - W. FLEMING. Passed away on November 12 at St James, Sliema, aged 78. He leaves to mourn, his wife Shirley, his relatives in Scotland and Canada and his many friends in Malta, Thailand and the UK.
Burial at sea. Date to be advised.

ZOLINA. On November 14, in Moscow, Dr ELIZAVETA S. ZOLINA, née Markosova, aged 57, passed peacefully away after a short illness, comforted by the rites of the Russian Orthodox church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Pavel, her daughter Maria Borovikova and her husband Jonathan Galea, and her baby grandson Alexei, her many friends in Malta and Russia, especially Valentina Tereshkova, friends in Moscow and in Malta.
The funeral will be held in Moscow. A book of condolences will be open at the Russian Centre for Science and Culture, 36, Merchants Street, Valletta, tomorrow between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Memorial Mass

A memorial Mass for MARYCLARE (Mecky) SAMMUT will be celebrated tomorrow at 7.30 p.m. at St Patrick's church, Sliema. The attendance of her class friends, all Old Girls of the Convent of the Sacred Heart, as well as all relatives, friends and neighbours will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

In Memoriam

PARLATO. In memory of our beloved LUCY, tomorrow the first anniversary of her death. Forever in our hearts and prayers. Dearly remembered by her sister Marie-Louise, nephews and nieces. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated tomorrow at 9 a.m. at St Patrick's Salesian church, Sliema. May the Lord grant her eternal rest.

PISANI. In memory of a beloved husband and father, PIERRE. We miss you so much and we will always love you. Your wife Rosette and your sons Shawn, Ryan and Pierre Jr.

PISANI - PIERRE. Treasured and loving memories of a wonderful and dear son, called to eternal rest nine years ago. Not a day do we forget you. You are always in our hearts. Sadly missed by mum and dad.

SERGE - JEFFREY. A prayer is solicited for a beloved son, brother and uncle, especially today his birthday. His family.

SPITERI - MANUEL C. Unfading memories of my beloved husband, today the fourth anniversary of his tragic and unexpected death. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Simone.

STRICKLAND - MATILDE (Tita). Fondly remembered by her sons Adrian, Jarrard and Roger on the seventh anniversary of her death.

TORPIANO - MARIE THERESE née Agius. In ever loving memory, on this fourth anniversary of her tragic death. Deeply loved and missed by her husband Paul, children Luana, Daniela and Luca, relatives and friends. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

VELLA. In loving memory of BENJAMIN on the 32nd anniversary of his demise. His son Hilary and his wife Carmen, his daughters Gemma, Imelda, Iris, Ivy and her husband Lino and grandchildren.

VELLA - MARIA STELLA. Loving memories of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, being the 15th anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her sons, daughters and in-laws. We have loved you all your life and we shall never forget you now. Today's 10 a.m. Mass at Mater Boni Consilii church, Paceville, will be offered for the repose of her soul. May she rest in peace.

VISANICH - JUSTIN. Treasured memories of a much loved husband, father and grandfather on the 10th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Margaret, his sons John and Silvio, their respective wives Mary Anne and Maria, his grandchildren, relatives and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Found

Grey Persian cat in Qrendi, on Tuesday, November 11. Phone 2164-7283/9982-3110.

St Therese Of The Child Jesus

Theme: Everyone can become a saint. St Therese says: I always have this same bold confidence of becoming a great saint. I don't count on my merits, since I have none. My confidence is completely founded on the Lord; He is Virtue and Holiness. (A32r).

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. - Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
Royal Pharmacy, 271, Republic Street, Valletta;
Johnsons Dispensary, 75, Qormi Road, Marsa;
Tal-Hlas Pharmacy, Triq il-Helsien, Qormi;
St Paul's Pharmacy, Brared Street, Birkirkara;
Remedies Chemists, Marina Court, 49A, Abate Rigord Street, Ta' Xbiex;
San Gwann Pharmacy, 11, Triq Felic Borg, San Gwann;
The Economical Dispensary, 86/87, Sir Adrian Dingli Street, Sliema;
Iklin Pharmacy, Geronimo Abos Street, Iklin;
Victory Pharmacy, 36, Victory Street, Naxxar;
Parkes Pharmacy, 582, St Paul Street, San Pawl il-Bahar;
Theresa Jo Pharmacy, 3A, Triq Xintill, Tarxien;
Verdala Pharmacy, 57, Triq il-Gendus, Senglea;
Polymer Pharmacy, Xghajra Street, Zabbar;
St Catherine Pharmacy, Triq L-Isqof Emanuel Galea, Zejtun;
Kristianne Pharmacy, Triq Pietru Pawl Saydon, Zurrieq;
Tal-Grazzja Pharmacy, Triq Frangisk Farrugia, Zebbug;
Ideal Pharmacy, 63, Main Street, Rabat;
Tac-Cawla Pharmacy, 'Marga', Dr Anton Tabone Street, Victoria, GOZO;
Nadur Pharmacy, 28th April, 1688 Square, Nadur.

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