Social and Personal

DELMAR. On September 26, in Queensland, Australia, HENRY (Harry), aged 82, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Marlene, David, May, Ron, Josephine and Lillian, his grandchildren, brothers, sisters, other relatives and friends.
The funeral takes place tomorrow in Australia. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

FAVA. On September 29, at St Luke's Hospital, VICTORIA (Rina) née Debono, aged 66, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Twanny, her children Mariella and her husband Antoine Vella, Karen and her husband Abusalah Fluty, Antoine and his wife Vicky, her grandchildren Clyde, Oliver and Leanne, her brother Fr Nicholas Debono Montebello, her sisters Mary, Annie, Antoinette and her husband Charles Camilleri, her brother-in-law George residing in Australia, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Venera new parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Girls' Museum at Segreterija Dar Dun Gorg, 31, Nazzarenu Street, Marsa, will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

MICELI-FARRUGIA. On September 29, ANTHONY (Ninì), aged 88, passed away peacefully at his residence in Ta' Xbiex, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Lilian, his children, Mimici and Francis Vassallo, Mark and Josette, Helene and Ivor Zammit, Marina and Mark Hogg, Alberto and Ann, Francesca and Geoffrey Warr, his brother Gino, his sister Giovanna Stagno d'Alcontres, his grandchildren, Alexia and Michael Perotti, Adriana, Steffan, Christopher, Jan, Antonia, Andrew, Emma, Luisa, Ella, Sarah, Nicholas and Michaela; his great-grandchildren, Antonia and Julia, his cousins, Johanna Farrugia, Louis and Monica Farrugia, and Marisa O'Cock, his other relatives and friends, including Lina Anastasi and his devoted staff, Rena Sciberras, Maryrose Gingell, Joe Xuereb and Tony Pizzuto. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves his residence today at 9.15 a.m. for St John of the Cross parish church, Ta' Xbiex, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m., followed by private interment in the family vault at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Little Sisters of the Poor, Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity of Cospicua, SOS Albania - Preca College, or the Hospice Movement, will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

In Memoriam

CARUANA. In loving memory of WILLIAM on the third anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Lovingly remembered by his wife Mary and daughter Joan. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CARUANA - JOHN (01/10/1986). Loving memories of a dearly loved husband, father and grandfather especially today the 16th anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. Never forgotten by his wife Josephine, children Mario, David and Joanne, inlaws and grandchildren.
May God grant him eternal rest.

CILIA - MARY. Cherished memories of a beloved aunt on the third anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Carmen and Josephine.

DARMANIN. In everlasting memory of LORRY on the 19th anniversary of his death. Never forgotten by his wife Annie, his children Mark and his wife Bridget, Josette and her husband Tony, James and his wife Romina, Christine and her husband Bernard, relatives, nephews and nieces.

ELLUL MERCER. In loving memory of a dear mother, MARY, today being the fifth anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her children Josie, Alfred and Sylvia, in-laws and grandchildren. The 8.45 a.m. Mass at St Gregory's parish church, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of her soul.

FALZON - CARMEN née Mintoff. On the first year of her demise.
To lose a wife
Seems just too hard to bear
To part with the one
I loved so dear
Although your smile
Has gone forever
And your face I cannot touch
For our love was so special
How lucky I was
To have such a wife
I know I must be strong
And as you always said
Life goes on
But although I hide
The pain and tears
The heartache of losing you
Is with me every day.
Love always, David. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said at 6 p.m. at the Resurrection of Christ parish church, Pembroke. Relatives and friends are invited to attend to celebrate her memory.

FALZON - CARMEN née Mintoff. On the first year of her demise.
They say that reason and time
Will change things.
But neither time nor reason
Will ever change the way we feel,
Because no one knows the pain
We hide behind our smiles,
No one knows how many times
We let ourselves go and cried.
You are very nice to think about
But very hard to live without.
Mummy, we will love you forever. Greatly missed but never forgotten by her daughters Lindsey and Caroline.

FALZON - CARMEN. "Truly great friends are hard to find, difficult to leave and impossible to forget". G. Randelf. Missing you each day, treasuring each memory. Evelyn.

GATT - CARMELO. Treasured memories of a much loved father and grandfather, today the 27th anniversary of his death.

GRUPPETTA. In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, JOSEPH, on the 18th anniversary of his death. Ever in our thoughts and prayers. Yvonne, Edwin, Marlene, Gordon and Joanna.

MICALLEF - JOHNNY (ex-proprietor, Mary's House, Sliema). Ever loving memories of my dear father, today being the anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his daughter Lina.

PELLEGRINI. In ever loving memory of Notary VINCENZO MARIA PELLEGRINI and of his wife JOSEPHINE. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Their daughter, sons, in-laws and grandchildren.

PORTELLI - DORIS. On the sixth anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her husband George and family. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

RAUSI. In loving memory of dear TESSIE on the 26th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her husband Albert, children Albert, Stephen and Veronica, in-laws and grandchildren.

VELLA - ANTHONY (Ninu). Treasured memories of a beloved father and grandfather on the 14th anniversary of his death. Lovingly remembered by his sons, daughters and their families. Kindly remember him in your prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

VINCENTI KIND. Loving memories of our dearest father RICHARD, today the 19th anniversary of his demise.
Your love still sees us
Through the summer skies,
In the pouring rain,
In our better days,
In our shattered dreams,
With you in mind,
We'll always find a way.
Bernadette, Theresa, Lynn and Karen and families.

VINCENTI KIND. In remembrance of RICHARD on the 19th anniversary of his passing away. All the staff at Auto Sales Ltd.

VINCENTI KIND. In ever loving memory of RICHARD, today the 19th anniversary of his death.
For all the times you stood by me
For all the truth you made me see
For all the joy
You brought to my life
For all the wrong
That you made right
For every dream
You made come true
For all the love I found in you
I'll be forever thankful
And still loving you.
Anne.

VINCENTI KIND - RICHARD. Our consolation is that we know you are resting in God's embrace. Doris and family.

VINCENTI KIND - RICHARD. In sweet remembrance of a dearly loved brother-in-law and uncle. Our treasured memories of you and your gentle manner grow more vivid with each passing year. Helen, Chris, Sharon and Walter-John.

VINCENTI KIND - RICHARD. In never fading memories of a dearly loved brother-in-law who remains in our thoughts and hearts forever. Irene, Henry, Diane and Kristina.

VOGEL. In loving memory of our baby REBECCA. Sleep tight with Jesus.

XERRI de CARO - JAMES (Jimmy). In ever loving memory of a beloved husband, father and grandfather, today the 10th anniversary of his demise. Always fondly remembered with love in the thoughts and prayers of his wife Imelda, son Frank, daughter-in-law Mariella and grandchildren John and Simone.

Prayer To Our Lady

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, and sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto thee, O virgin of virgins. My mother! To thee I come; before thee I stand sinful and sorrowful. O mother of the word incarnate! Despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen. St Bernard. Grace received, September 2, 2002.

Oriental Canteen By Dynasty

Serving Chinese fast food, including sandwiches, to eat in or take away, will open shortly in the city.

Ta' Marija Restaurant

Wednesday night is extravaganza night with excellent Maltese food, folklore dancing and roving guitars and mandolins. Friday night is live party night with vocalist and DJ Keith. Saturday night, live music and dancing with Stringfellas. Sunday family lunch for only Lm5.50 per person. À la carte menu always available. For reservations phone Ta' Marija Restaurant, Mosta, on 21434444.

Church Dome To Be Unveiled

The new dome of the church of Jesus of Nazareth in Sliema will be unveiled during evening Mass on Friday at 6.30. The unveiling will be followed by a musical concert by the Marie Therese Vassallo Voice Studio in the De Porres Hall next door.

Harvest Mass

An Anglican (Church of England) Harvest Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of the Sacred Heart Seminary, Enrico Mizzi Street, Victoria, tomorrow at 11 a.m.

The newly licensed chaplain Peter Wolfenden will be visiting Gozo for the first time, accompanied by Fr Alan Woods, senior chaplain.

A Harvest lunch will be held afterwards at Palazzo Margherita, Sannat. Further information may be obtained on tel. 21 552483

Local Councils

Today's meetings
5 p.m. Mtarfa; 6 p.m. Vittoriosa;
7 p.m. Marsaxlokk; 7.15 p.m. Birkirkara.

President's Engagements Today

11 a.m., at the law courts in Valletta, the President attends the opening of the new forensic year.

7.30 p.m., at the Manoel Theatre, Valletta, the President attends a concert by the East West Chamber Orchestra.

What's On Today

Concerts
7.30 p.m. in the Sala Isouard, Manoel Theatre, concert of classical music by the East West Chamber Ensemble.