Social and personal

ABELA. On August 4, at St James Hospital, to Antoinette née Farrugia and Mario, God's precious gift of a daughter - GRACE ANNE, a welcome sister to Caroline. Special thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Anna Calleja for yet another wonderful experience.

ABELA CAMILLERI. On August 10, at St James Hospital, to Mariella and John, God's precious gift of a first, most awaited son - AXEL. Blessed be Holy Mary, Mother of God. Special thanks to the doctor, the gynaecologist, midwives Anna Calleja, Sharon Dalli and Sue Grech and all the very dedicated staff at the hospital for making this experience such a special and unique one.

ATTARD. On August 19, to Gabi née Rizzo and Keith, God's precious gift of a son - KURT CARMEL, a welcome brother to Nicola and Elena. Deo gratias et Mariae. Thanks to all the staff at Capua Palace Hospital.

BALDACCHINO. Thanking God and Our Lady above all for their precious gift. Sonia née Mallia and Hubert welcome their first-born daughter, born on August 16. Heartfelt thanks and praise to midwife Ms Valerie Azzopardi and all the dedicated staff at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing who made ELYSE MARIE'S arrival into this world a special one.

BONELLO. On August 20, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Lisa née Wilde and Guy, God's precious gift of a daughter - LAURA JANE, a welcome sister to Megan Hannah.

BRINCAT. On August 16, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Audrey née Bezzina and Ronald, God's precious gift of a son - LUCA, a most welcome brother to Maria. Praise be to God. Special thanks to the obstetrician, to all the staff at the post-natal department and to midwife Carmen Pace.

CAMILLERI. On August 20, at St Philip's Hospital, to Romina née Caruana and Richard, the precious gift of a son - MIGUEL, a most welcome brother to Luana. Thanks to the obstetrician and all the maternity staff.

CARUANA. Hi! My name is ZACHERY LENO. I am the third gift from above to Stephanie née Schembri and Leno. A most welcome brother to Francesca and Veronica Marie. Special thanks to all the dedicated staff at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing.

DIMECH. On July 28, at St James Hospital, to Adriana née Dalli and Jeron, God's precious gift of a daughter - KRYSTA. Special thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Anna Calleja for their continuous support.

GALEA. On August 18, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Claudia née Camilleri and Joseph, God's precious gift of a first-born son - FRANCESCO. Special thanks to the obstetrician and staff at Capua Palace Hospital maternity department.

LOMBARDI. On May 27, to Olena Tretyak and Mark, God's precious gift of a son - DOLPH LEE KAREN, a most welcome grandson to Paul and Rita and nephew to Tina and Angela.

MANGION. On August 16, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Charlotte née Chamberlain and Andrew, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - NINA.

MICALLEF. Josette née Cilia and Colin proudly announce the birth of their first-born son - CRAIG, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, on August 19. Deo gratias et Mariae.

MIZZI. Anne née Borg and Peter wish to announce the birth of their daughter MICHELA, born on Monday, August 19. A gift to her sister Audrey and brothers Luke, Carl and Daniel. Thanks be to God.

MUSCAT. On August 18 at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to the proud parents Tonella née Saliba and John, God's precious gift of a daughter - KRISTA, a welcome sister to Daniel. Thanks be to the Sacred Heart. Many thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Josephine Simbeye.

NARDELLI. On August 12, to Veronica née Tabone and Enrico, God's precious gift of a daughter - BETTINA MOLLY CATHERINE. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the staff at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing.

REGINIANO. On July 20, at St Philip's Hospital, to Denise and David, God's precious gift of a daughter - REBEKAH, a welcome sister to Michael and Nicole. Special thanks to the obstetrician and maternity staff at St Philip's Hospital.

SCERRI. On August 21, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Cynthia née Bonnici and Henri, God's precious gift of a daughter - JANINE KRISTA, a most welcome sister to Louisa and Kurt. Thanks be to God and St Pius. Special thanks to the obstetrician and the most dedicated staff at Capua Palace Hospital.

THORNTON. Alexander William Thornton is pleased to announce the birth of his sibling RACHEL JOAN, daughter of Stephen and Michelle Thornton, born on August 14 at 2.35 p.m. at St Philip's Hospital.

Engagements

Mr WILLIAM COLQUHOUN, (Hons) Edin.and Miss FRANCESCA MIFSUD, B.Sc. (Hons) Edin., PGCE Oxon.
The engagement is announced between WILLIAM, son of Mr and Mrs Neil Colquhoun of Glenborrodale, Scotland, and FRANCESCA, daughter of Col. and Mrs Edwin Mifsud of High Ridge, Malta.

Dr CONRAD PORTANIER and Miss MARIE-CLAIRE PISANI
Mr and Mrs C. Pisani wish to announce the engagement of their daughter MARIE-CLAIRE to CONRAD, son of Mr and Mrs K. Portanier. Mgr Arthur Said Pullicino blessed the ring.

Mr MARK C. WILLIS, M.Sc. (Industrial Rocks & Minerals) and Ms GABRIELLE M. FABRI, MA (Maritime Archaeology)
Mr Brian M. Fabri, MD, FRCS (Ed.), and Mrs Norma née Cardona of Liverpool, UK, and Balzan, Malta, have pleasure in announcing the engagement of their eldest daughter GABRIELLE MARIA to MARK CHRISTIAN, son of Mr Terry Willis and Ms Dori Harrison of Liverpool, Merseyside, UK.

Marriages

Mr ADRIAN FENECH and Miss NICOLA CAMILLERI
Celebrated on Saturday, July 27, by the Bastion Pool at Le Meridien Phoenicia, Floriana, between ADRIAN, son of the late Mr and Mrs Edward Fenech of Swieqi, and NICOLA, daughter of Mrs Doris Camilleri and the late Mr Emanuel Camilleri of Swieqi. The civil ceremony was performed by the Registrar, Mrs M.T. Farrugia Turban, and witnessed by Miss Carmelina Cassar, the bride's aunt and godmother, and Mrs Joan Brincat, the groom's sister. The bride was attended by her cousin, Miss Lorraine Le Mare, as maid of honour. Mr Victor Fenech, the groom's brother, was best man. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Rome, the Far East and London.

Ruby Wedding

Mr ALBERT DEBONO and Miss ANNE DEBONO
The marriage took place on August 26, 1962, at St Catherine of Italy church, Valletta. Fr Charles Vella officiated. Congratulations and God bless you. Tanya, Mario and Andrea and Noel, Romina and Gabriel.

Obituary

CAMILLERI. On August 24, at St Luke's Hospital, MARIA MARTHA, née Astarita, aged 76, of Zabbar, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved husband Joe, her sisters Moudie of the UK, Cleofa and Sally, and her brother Manwel and his wife Carrie of Canada, her in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for Zabbar parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30, followed by interment in the family vault at Zabbar cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar San Guzepp, Zabbar, will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

CIANGURA. On August 24, at St Luke's Hospital, Elizabeth, aged 49, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Carmel, her children Diane and her boyfriend Alex, Suzanne, and Sharon and her boyfriend Denis, her father-in-law John Mary, her in-laws, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 3.30 p.m for Rabat parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 4, followed by interment at Santa Margherita Cemetery, Rabat. God grant her eternal rest.

Requiem Masses

A Mass for the repose of the soul of ELEONORA CILIA née Borg Carbott will be said on Thursday, August 29, at 6.30 p.m. at Stella Maris parish church, Sliema. The attendance of relatives and friends will be appreciated.

Mass celebrated tomorrow at 7 p.m. at Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema, for LINA and FRANK FORD, who passed away six months ago and 19 years ago respectively, in order to celebrate their lives, dad's anniversary, his birthday and their wedding anniversary, which fell on August 8, 10 and 11. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.

A Mass for the repose of the soul of ERIN SERRACINO-INGLOTT, on the 19th anniversary of his death, will be celebrated this morning at 9.45 at Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception parish church, Ta' l-Ibrag.

In Memoriam

AGIUS-VADALÀ - Comm. Dr MAURICE AGIUS VADALÀ, LL.D., KM. Treasured, unforgettable memories of a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, today the anniversary of his demise. Today's 6.30 p.m. Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish church, Balluta, St Julian's, will be offered for the repose of his soul.

DIMECH - CARMEN. Cherished and unfading memories of a devoted mother and grandmother on the sixth anniversary of her demise. Missing you more than ever. Emma and Colin, Margaret and Alfred, Marie and Edward, Donatella, Romina, Danielle and Caroline.

FENECH AZZOPARDI - MARY. In loving memory of a beloved mother and grandmother, today the fifth anniversary of her passing away to a better life. Her daughter Marylene, grandchildren Brian, Josienne and Mario and their families.

OVEREND - VERONICA, 28.8.'84. You are always missed, loved and very dear. Her family.

PACE - Captain ALFRED PACE. In loving memory of a dearest husband and father on the 23rd anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed by his wife Laura, his children, in-laws and grandchildren. Today's 6.30 p.m. Mass at Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception parish church, Ta' l-Ibrag, will be offered for the repose of his soul.

PEARSON - ALFRED. In loving memory of a dear husband and father, today the 10th anniversary of his demise. Deeply loved and missed by his wife Pauline, his children Samantha, Kevin, Stephanie and Fiona, their spouses, grandchildren Justine and Luca, relatives and friends. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said today at 11 a.m. at St Paul's parish church, Rabat. May God grant him eternal peace.

SPITERI MALLIA - CHARLES. Treasured memories of a dear father and grandfather on the 26th anniversary of his demise. His daughter Roselle, her husband Domenico Nigna and his grandchildren Carlo, Flavio, Ennio and Melissa.

VASSALLO. In loving memory of our dear mother HILDA on the anniversary of her death. Harry and Claudine, Martin and Tania, Madeleine and Peter, John and Gunnel, Anna and Edward and grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated today at 7 p.m. at Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema.

Lost

Possibly in St Paul's Bay area: small, gold and jade drop earring. Reward. Phone 2157-3203.

In Naxxar area: five-month-old Springer Spaniel puppy, white with brown marking, under medical treatment. Reward offered. Phone 2141-6991/9949-0415.

Sidonia Enterprises Ltd

Re-opening tomorrow for business as usual.

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
New British Dispensary, 109/110, St John Street, Valletta;
Trinity Pharmacy, 32, Marsa Road, Marsa;
Spiteri's Pharmacy, 82, Victory Street, Qormi;
St Anne Pharmacy, 41, St Helen Square, Birkirkara;
Deby's Pharmacy, 1, Quarries Square, Msida;
Krypton Chemists, L-Ibrag Road, Ta' L-Ibrag, St Andrews;
Mrabat Pharmacy, 5, Mrabat Street, Sliema;
St Joseph Pharmacy, 172, Main Street, Lija;
St Louis Pharmacy, Cali Street, Mosta;
St Simon Pharmacy, 8, Islets Promenade, Bugibba;
Sonren Pharmacy, Zejtun Road, Tarxien;
Kalkara Pharmacy, No 8, Archbishop Gonzi Square, Kalkara;
St Anne Pharmacy, Triq il-Qaliet, Marsascala;
Medicaid Pharmacy, Vjal it-Torri, Gudja;
Chrysanthemum Pharmacy, St Nicholas Street, Qrendi;
St Nicholas Pharmacy, 1, Parish Street, Siggiewi;
Healthwise Pharmacy, 230, F. Zammit Street, Dingli;
Castle Pharmacy, 2, Independence Square, Victoria, Gozo;
St Joseph Pharmacy, 28, Pjazza San Guzepp, Qala.