Social and Personal

ATTARD. On October 11, at St Philip's Hospital, to Lorraine née Muscat and Paul, God's precious gift of a first-born son - NATHAN. Thanks to our parents, relatives and all the staff at the maternity ward, especially midwife Carmen Cannataci.

BARTOLI. On October 10, at St James Capua Hospital, to Chantal née Palmer-Morewood and Gordon, God's precious gift of a daughter - SASKIA, a most welcome sister to Alexander. Thanks to the obstetrician, the operating theatre staff and midwives for their excellent care.

BRIFFA. On October 9, at St James Capua Hospital, to Stefania née Zammit and Tonio, God's precious gift of a first-born son - MICHAEL. Thanks to the Redeemer. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Carmen Scerri and the staff of the maternity department at St James Capua Hospital.

DEBONO. On September 14, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Jackie née Drury and Mario, God's precious gift of a first-born son - NICHOLAS FRANCIS JOHN. Thanks be to God and Our Lady of Ta' Pinu for their everlasting protection. Special thanks to all the staff at the maternity wing, especially midwives Elizabeth, Doreen and Marica and the obstetrician for their dedication and care.

HOLLAND. On October 1, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Roberta née Farrugia and Henry, God's precious gift of a daughter - GRETA. Special thanks to all the staff at Karin Grech Hospital.

LAFERLA. On September 28, to Antoinette and Jonathan, God's gift of a son - LUCA. Thanks to all the staff at Karin Grech Hospital, especially midwife Nathalie Falzon.

MUSCAT. On October 11, to Marise née Chetcuti and Simon, the precious gift of a daughter - LAURA HANNAH. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to the doctors and staff at Karin Grech Hospital.

PINKSTON. On October 14, at St James Capua Hospital, to Robin Ann née Latham and Earl Hughes, God's precious gift of a son - THOMAS EARL, a most welcome brother to Kathryn Ann. Special thanks to the obstetrician, the nurses at St James Capua Hospital and the neonatal intensive care unit at Karin Grech Hospital.

PISANI. On October 9, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Ruth née Desira and Josef, God's precious gift of a first-born son - DEJEAN. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to midwife Valerie Azzopardi and to the obstetrician for all their care.

SCHEMBRI. On October 13, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Geraldine née Gouder and Tonio, God's precious gift of a first-born son - MATTHIAS ANTHONY. Heartfelt thanks to the obstetrician and all midwives and nurses for their kindness, attention and dedication.

SPITERI. On October 14, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Simone and Randolph, the precious gift of a son - ERIC, a welcome brother to Ruth. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to all the dedicated maternity staff.

STIVALA. On September 8, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Ruth and Roberto, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - ELLA. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to all the staff at the hospital.

Marriages

Dr CONRAD PORTANIER and Miss MARIE-CLAIRE PISANI
The marriage took place on Saturday, October 11, at St Mary's parish church, Attard, between CONRAD, son of Mr and Mrs Kenneth Portanier of Sliema, and MARIE-CLAIRE, daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Pisani of Sliema. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Mgr Arthur Said Pullicino. The ceremony was witnessed by Mrs Josanne Pisani Copperstone and Dr Andrè Zerafa. Dr Andrea Gera de Petri carried out the duties of best man. The bride was assisted by Ms Helga Portanier. Ms Jessica Pisani and Ms Jasmine Farrugia were flower-girls. A reception was later held at Villa Arrigo, San Pawl tat-Targa.

Obituary

KRANTZ. On October 15, at his residence in Gharghur, DANIEL, aged 23, passed peacefully away. He leaves to mourn his loss his mother Veronique Mizzi, his father Ulf Krantz, his sisters Elisa, Anna and Emily, his brother Frederik, his grandparents Marion and Joe Mizzi, Inga and Per Krantz, his aunts and uncles, his cousins, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves his residence today for St Bartholomew's parish church, Gharghur, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3.30 p.m., followed by interment at St John the Baptist Cemetery, Gharghur. No flowers by request but donations to the Muscular Dystrophy Group will be appreciated.

MICALLEF. On October 6, in West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Dr JOHN MICALLEF, passed away unexpectedly. Dr Micallef was born in Victoria, Gozo, on June 19, 1923, to Dr Joseph (Guzè) and Melita née Cauchi (tal-Barkuna). He was educated at the Lyceum in Valletta, Malta. He received a BA (Hons.) from the University of London in languages where he studied Classical Arabic, Classical Hebrew, Islamic History and Italian at the School of Oriental and African Studies and an MA in Comparative Philology (Linguistics). Further studies included a Licentiate in Philosophy (Magna cum Laude, First Class) at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, Italy, and Heythrop College, Oxford, United Kingdom. He also received a DA in Theatre and Drama from the Western Colorade University in July 1973. Post-graduate studies included two years of Theology at the State University of Innsbruck, Austria, and the Colegio Maximo in Ona, Burgos, Spain, as well as three years in Law at the University of Malta, Valletta. Dr Micallef was a Fellow of the Philosophical Society of England and a Fellow of the College of Preceptors, England. Dr Micallef was a Professor of Philosophy for much of his adult life and held various teaching positions in a number of Canadian and American universities. He published widely in his chosen fields of philosophy and linguistics. He was fluent in English, Italian, Maltese, French, Latin and Spanish, and had a working knowledge of Classical Greek, Classical Arabic, Classical Hebrew, German and Portuguese. He was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Malta from 1955 through 1958.
Dr Micallef leaves to mourn his loss his wife Maria, his sisters Margaret Micallef and Maria Ruggier, his six children Joseph, Margot, Gabriella, Rico, Vince and Ivana, as well as eight very special grandchildren.

MICALLEF. On May 6, in Fountain Valley, California, JOHN E., passed peacefully away at the age of 95. He was preceded in death by his wife Josephine née Brownrigg. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Chev. Joseph S. Micallef, Hon. Consul of Malta in Minnesota, USA, and his wife Jane, Henry Charles and his wife Eileen, Edward George and his wife Marilyn, Alfred George and his wife May, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
A memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, October 27, at 5 p.m. at St John's Co-Cathedral oratory, Valletta. There will be a private interment at Tarxien cemetery at a later date.

Appreciation: John D. Nunns

Fr Francis X. Schembri of Birzebbuga writes:
On September 28 John Nunns started the last lap of his journey towards eternity. It is such a joy when the praise we sing to the dead is grounded

I firmly believe that the best tribute to one's friends is to share their enthusiasms also when they are no longer with us. Caring and sharing endure forever.

John will be long remembered as a real gentleman, enthusiastic, kind, good-humoured, very thorough and persevering in the best use of his talents. He was very accessible, friendly and so respectful, with an unfailing smile.

Endowed with an innate modesty of manner, he was always at ease with people of different beliefs, ideologies and of all temperaments. What a blessing to be always gentle with firiend and critic.

His presence has always graced the lives of so many, myself included. All those who knew him were aware that fulfilment were high on his agenda. For him faith was more an act of praying heart than of the thinking head.

His 20 years as president of the Malta Photographic Society helped him to come in contact with so many people, local and foreigners. They will remember him not only for his innovative ideas and his vivid imagination but also for his inspiring refinement and words of encouragement.

Photography strengthened his conviction that in life every negative has to be tumed into a positive. No doubt his foresight was of immense help to him. Indeed those who knew him best loved him best. They will miss him most.

Our prayers go with you, John. We surely covet yours. May you rest in peace and rise in glory.

In Memoriam

ATTARD - SILVIO, ex-DNO, St Luke's Hospital theatre. Today the first anniversary of his death. Always fondly remembered by his wife Marica, his sons Malcolm, Daniel and Ryan, his parents Philip and Josephine, his brother Philip, wife Miriam and children, his sister Miriam, husband Manuel and children, the Dalli family, other relatives and friends.

BORG. In loving memory of EDWIN, on the 12th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Cottina and his children Angela and Stephen, Adrian and Marika. A prayer is solicited.

CAMILLERI - ANTHONY (ex-Police SM193). In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather on the first anniversary of his demise. Deeply missed by his son and daughters, grandchildren and in-laws. Lord, grant him eternal rest. A prayer is solicited.

CAMILLERI - Fr GENNARO CAMILLERI, 22.10.97. Always in my prayers. John Sapiano.

CARUANA. In ever loving memory of ALFRED, today the 52nd anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Adelina, his daughter Iris and his son Joe, in-laws and grandchildren.

CAUCHI. In loving memory of ELIA (ex-court marshal) on the fifth anniversary of his death. Dearly missed by his wife Josephine, children and relatives.

DARMANIN - CARMELO. Cherished and unfading memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather who departed this life 20 years ago today. Forever in our hearts and prayers. Fondly remembered by his wife Adelina, his children Austin, Anna, Paul and Tonio, in-laws and grandchildren.

DEBONO. Reviving treasured memories of our dearest father EMANUEL on the 17th anniversary of his demise. His children Carmelina, Maria, Doris and Rita and their families.

DELIA - EDWIN. Called to eternal life five years ago. Always missed and remembered with love by his wife Emily, Christine and Philip, Bro Andrew, Philip and Marica, Robert and Vanessa, and his grandchildren Bettina, Bernard, Nicola and Sarah. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

DELIA - EDWIN. Lovingly remembered by his brother, sisters, in-laws, nephews and nieces. May he rest in peace.

FALZON. In sweet remembrance of our dear father CARMELO on the 18th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his daughters Josephine and Sylvia, in-laws and grandchildren.

GRECH - SAMUEL, widower of Jane. Remembering Father with love and gratitude, today the 34th anniversary of his passing away. Simone, Stephanie, Marian, James, in-laws and grandchildren.

GRISCTI-SOLER - FRANK. Precious memories of a beloved husband and father. Cherished in our hearts to eternity. His wife May, his four sons and daughter.

HUBER. Remembering our dearest mother, Nancy, with love and gratitude on the sixth anniversary of her death. Albert, Marie, Ena, Anne, Margaret, Joseph and their families.

MIFSUD. In loving memory of VICTOR, who passed away four years ago today. Always in our thoughts, remembered daily in our prayers. His wife Jean, sons Colin, Andrew and his wife Ulrika, his beloved grandchildren, his sister, brothers and in-laws. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Today and on the third Sunday of every month, Masses at St Patrick's church, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of Victor and of his late son Kenneth.

PACE - VICTOR. Cherished memories of a dear husband, father and grand-father on the 20th anniversary of his death. Merciful Lord, grant him eternal rest. His wife Inez and family.

ROSSI - MARIA. On the eighth anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her husband Henry, son David, daughter Sue and relatives. A prayer is solicited.

SALIBA - PAUL. On the fourth anniversary of his death. Treasured and unfading memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather who passed away on October 23, 1999. Fondly remembered and sadly missed by his wife Doris, his daughters and their families, relatives and friends. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

SPITERI PARIS - JULIAN, 16.10.87-17.10.95. In loving memory of a dear son and brother on the eighth anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts. Albert, Antoinette, Christine and Andrea.

ZARB MIZZI - JOE. In loving memory of our dear father, today the 17th anniversary of his death.
Time slips by and life goes on
But from our hearts you're never gone.
Edward, Pat, David, Sandra, Marie Lou and Joe.

St Therese Of The Child Jesus

Theme: We are all missionaries. St Therese says: I would like to travel the whole world to preach Your Holy Name. I would want to preach the Gospel on all the five continents simultaneously. (B 3v).

Personal

The Agius family would like to thank the Rev. Clergy who celebrated Mass, all relatives and friends who attended the funeral, sent cards, flowers and donations or who in any way showed them sympathy on the sad loss of LAWRENCE, a beloved husband, father and brother who went to meet the Risen Lord on September 24.

Pharmacies Opening Today

Malta 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
Empire Pharmacy, 77, Old Theatre Street, Valletta;
Cosmed Pharmacy, 'Soccors', Villambrosa Street, Hamrun;
Drugshop Dispensary, De La Cruz Avenue, Qormi;
Pharmaplus, Ganu Street, Birkirkara;
Charing Pharmacy, Mimosa Street, Pietà;
St Andrew's Dispensary, Triq il-Qasam, Ta' l-Ibrag, St Andrews;
Harley Pharmacy, 1, Nathalie Poutiatin Tabone Street, Sliema;
Medica Pharmacy, Naxxar Road, Balzan;
St Joseph Pharmacy, 2, Zakkak Street, Mosta;
Mellieha Pharmacy, 107, George Borg Olivier Street, Mellieha;
Sonren Pharmacy, Zejtun Road, Tarxien;
Vittoriosa Pharmacy, 9, Triq il-Mina il-Kbira, Vittoriosa;
St Anne Pharmacy, Qaliet Street, Marsascala;
Britannia Pharmacy, 5, Pretty Bay Street, Birzebbuga;
Kristianne Pharmacy, Cavi Street, Mqabba;
Spizerija Hal Mula, Dun Salv Ciappara Street, Zebbug;
Imtarfa Pharmacy, Count Salvatore Manduca Street, Mtarfa;
Abela's Pharmacy, 42, G.P.F. Agius De Soldanis Street, Victoria, Gozo;
Pisani Pharmacy, Bini Gdid, Sannat Road, Sannat.