Social and Personal

ABDILLA CASTILLO. On September 24, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Denise née Spiteri and Malcolm, God's precious gift of a first-born son - MATTHIAS. Special thanks to midwives Mariella and Audrey.

ATTARD. On September 15, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Sharon née Agius Ordway and Elio, God's precious gift of a son - JULIAN-PAUL, a welcome brother to Marjann and David-John. Thanks to all the staff at the maternity wing.

BORG. On September 16, at St Philip's Hospital, to Antonia Briffa and Anthony, God's precious gift of a son - ANTHONY. Thanks to all the maternity staff. Special thanks to Carmen Cannataci, the gynaecologist and the paediatrician.

BRIFFA. On September 7, at Gozo General Hospital, to Stefania née Zammit and Tonio, God's precious gift of a daughter - KATRINA, a welcome sister to Michael. Thanks to the gynaecologist and all the dedicated staff at the maternity ward.

CAMILLERI. On September 19, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Simone née Mamo and John, God's precious gift of a daughter - NINA, a much-awaited sister to Zara and Zane. Special thanks to all the dedicated maternity staff for all their care.

CASSAR PARNIS. On September 18, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Vanessa née Quintano and Dominic, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - HANNAH MARIE. Deo gratias et Mariae. Thanks to all the dedicated staff at the maternity wing.

CORRIERI. Lara née Borzicchi and Giampiero thank the Almighty Lord for the precious gift of a first-born son - FRANCESCO, born in Perugia, Italy, on September 13.

CUNNINGHAM. On September 20, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Melissa Marie née Clason and Daniel Philip, God's precious gift of a first-born son - JAMES PHILIP. Thanks to the paediatrician, the paediatrician, the anaesthetist, the gynaecologist, Carmen Vella, Robert Demarco and midwife Carmen Scerri.

FARRUGIA. On September 11, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Annalisa née Debono and Fabian Philip, God's precious gift of a first-born son - THOMAS. Thanks to all the midwives and staff at the maternity ward.

FENECH. On September 11, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Nicola née Camilleri and Adrian, God's precious gift of a son - GIANNI, a welcome brother to Beppe.

HOWLAND. On September 1, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Thresanne née Axiak and Joss, God's precious gift of a son - THOMAS. Special thanks to all the dedicated staff at the hospital, especially to midwife Dorianne Cutajar.

VASSALLO. On September 18, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Fiona née Busuttil and Terry, God's precious gift of a son - LUKE, a welcome brother to Nicole. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the dedicated and helpful staff at the hospital.

VELLA. On September 13, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to M'Grace née Baldacchino and Antoine, God's precious gift of a daughter - FRANCESCA, a welcome sister to Julian and James. Thanks to Padre Pio. Special thanks to the obstetrician, the paediatrician and midwives Anna Croucher and Mariella Abela Camilleri.

XUEREB. On September 15, in St Petersburg, Russia, to Djeren and Daniel, God's precious gift of a son - MICHAEL, a welcome brother to Maya.

ZAMMIT. On September 12, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Charmaine née Spiteri and Frank, God's precious gift of a daughter - MARIA, a welcome sister to Tricia, Francesca and Chelsey. Special thanks to the obstetrician and midwives Anna Calleja and Mariella Abela Camilleri for their dedication and support.

Pearl Wedding

Mr LAURENCE GRECH and Miss LILIAN AZZOPARDI
The wedding of LAURENCE and LILIAN took place at the chapel of St Aloysius College, Birkirkara, on September 25, 1975. Rev. Professor Maurice Eminyan, SJ, assisted by Canon Dr Joseph Debono, officiated. Congratulations and best wishes on your 30th anniversary from your sons Gerald, Edward and his wife Louise, and Robert.

Obituary

BARBARA. On September 23, Simon, aged 37, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his parents Doris and Alfred, his brother Stephen and his wife Dorianne, his nephew Kyle, relatives and friends, especially his colleagues at BPC Int. Ltd. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 1.45 p.m. for Our Lady of Fatima Sanctuary, Guardamangia, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m., followed by interment at the Naxxar cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to charitable institutions will be greatly appreciated.

BEZZINA. On September 24, at St Luke's Hospital, after a short illness, TOUSSAINTS (Tusea), aged 78, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her sister Mary Doris, her nephews and nieces and their families, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Helen parish church, Birkirkara, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza will be greatly appreciated.

CASSAR. On September 24, Silvio, of Valletta, passed away suddenly but peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his devoted wife Carmen née Quattromani, his brother George and his wife Margaret, his sisters-in-law Mariuccia and her husband Aldo Micallef-Grimaud, and Kate, widow of his brother Francis, his many nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Zammit Clapp Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Augustine parish church, Valletta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Donations to the Poor Clares of St Julian's will be appreciated.

GALEA. On September 24, at St Luke's Hospital, Joseph (Guzi), aged 77, formerly of Valletta, residing in Gzira, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Agnes née Asciak, his brothers and sister, his in-laws, nephew and nieces, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital on Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. for St Paul Shipwrecked parish church, Valletta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi and the Poor Clares of St Julian's will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

PORTANIER - MAUREEN née Coulter, aged 60, widow of France, passed away suddenly and peacefully on September 13 at her residence in Windsor, England. She leaves to mourn her daughter Deirdre and her husband Richard, her sons Kevin and his partner Jacqueline, Gordon and his partner Melani, her grandson Andrew, her beloved mother Anne, her sister Elizabeth, wife of Dr Jaime H. Cremona, Cathlene, wife of Robert, Eleanor, Maria, her brother John, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow for St John of the Cross parish church, Ta' Xbiex, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.15 p.m., followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery (top gate). No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

Memorial Service

A memorial service in memory of my mother PATRICIA McILQUHAM will be said on Friday, September 30, at 7 p.m. at St Andrew's Presbyterian church, South Street, Valletta. Friends are kindly invited to attend. Rona.

In Memoriam

BRIFFA - MARIO. Treasured and unfading memories of a much loved husband and father, especially tomorrow the second anniversary of his passing to eternal life. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. His wife, son, daughters, in-laws and friends. Tomorrow'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. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BUGEJA - JIMMY. Today is the 19th anniversary of his death. Never forgotten by his wife Carmen, his son Tony, daughters Josette and Caroline, their husbands, wife and six grandchildren. May he rest in peace.

CAMILLERI. Cherished and unfading memories of SALVINO (ex-director, Agriculture Department, Gozo), a beloved husband and father, on the eighth anniversary of his passing away to everlasting life. Thank you for sharing your life with us. So sadly missed by all his family - Louise, Christian, Joseph and Nadine.

CAMILLERI - VICTOR. Unfaded memories of a beloved husband and father on the 17th anniversary of his death, September 29.
You did so many things for us
Your heart was kind and true,
And when we needed someone
We could always count on you.
The special years will not return
When we were all together,
But with the love within our hearts
You will walk with us forever.
Sadly missed by his wife Lina, his children Mario, Joe, Henriette, Marcelle, Jacqueline, in-laws and grandchildren. Masses for the repose of his soul will be said on Thursday, September 29 at 7 a.m. at Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema, and at 6 p.m. at the MUSEUM chapel, Blata l-Bajda. Kindly remember him in your prayers.

CARUANA COLOMBO. Today is the 22nd anniversary of the demise of THERESA. Please remember her in your prayers. Anthony, Adrian and Anna.

DARMANIN. In loving memory of SALVO on the second anniversary of his death. His wife Ann, Mark, Lucy, Stephen, Roberta, his sisters and families.

FARRUGIA. In loving memory of ANTHONY, today the seventh anniversary of his passing away. Please remember him in your prayers. His family. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said on Wednesday, September 28 at 6 p.m. at the Ursuline Crèche chapel, Sliema.

GIALANZÈ - JOHN. In loving memory of our dear father, today the seventh anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His sons and daughters.

LAPIRA - RITA née Felice Gay. Treasured memories of our dear mother, today the seventh anniversary of her passing away. Always lovingly remembered by her children Mark, Fiona, Marion and Jude, in-laws and grandchildren.

LEEKS. In ever loving memory of WILLIAM who died under tragic circumstances 37 years ago today. Gone but never forgotten by his mother Frances and his brother Franklin.

MALLAN - KATIE. On her 18th anniversary. Fondly remembered by her husband Vincent, children and families.

NAUDI - MARK. In loving memory of a dearest son and brother on the seventh anniversary of his meeting the Risen Lord. Nathalie, Silvio and John. Lord, grant him eternal rest. A prayer is solicited.

NAUDI - MARK. Today the seventh anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Nannu Guzi and family.

NAUDI. In loving memory of MARK. Always in our prayers. The Debono family.

PIZZUTO - RONALD V. and MARYANNE. Today being the 20th anniversary of their tragic death. Fondly remembered by their son Arthur, his wife Elaine and their grandsons Matthew and Andrew. May God grant them eternal rest.

PIZZUTO. In loving memory of my beloved parents RONALD and MARYANNE, today the 20th anniversary of their tragic death in France. Sadly missed by their daughter Nadya, son-in-law Vincent and grandson Duncan. Lord, grant them eternal rest. A prayer is kindly solicited.

SPITERI MAEMPEL - JOSIE. Treasured memories of a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother on the third anniversary of his death. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Evelyn, his children Mario and Anna, Marie-Therese and Anthony, Victoria and John, grandchildren, and his sister Susie. May he rest in peace.

STILON DePIRO - Professor V. STILON DePIRO, MD. Treasured memories of a dear father. Never forgotten, on the anniversary of his demise. Marion, Rudolph, Franco, Mila and their respective families.

TABONE - ROSARIO. In loving memory of a beloved husband and father, today the 44th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Lilian and children Susan and Anthony. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta 9 a.m. to noon; Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
Chemimart Ltd., 3, Freedom Square, Valletta;
Darwin Pharmacy, 152, St Joseph High Road, Hamrun;
Fatima Pharmacy, Triq iz-Zonqor, St Venera;
Herba Pharmacy, 183, Main Street, Birkirkara;
St Matthew's Pharmacy, 213, The Strand, Gzira;
Lourdes Pharmacy, Naxxar Road, San Gwann;
Wales Pharmacy, 183, Manwel Dimech Street, Sliema;
Balzan Pharmacy, 70, St Francis Street, Balzan;
Sghajtar Pharmacy, Triq Sghajtar, Mosta;
Village Pharmacy, 116, Main Street, Mellieha;
Sta Lucia Pharmacy, 1, Dorell Place, Sta Lucija;
White Cross Pharmacy, Shop A, Block 1, Fuq San Pawl, Cospicua;
May Day Pharmacy, Victory Street, Zabbar;
Pompeii Pharmacy, 28, Xatt is-Sajjieda, Marsaxlokk;
Central Pharmacy, 6, St Joseph Road, Luqa;
St Nicholas Pharmacy, 1, Parish Street, Siggiewi;
Nigret Pharmacy, Triq iz-Zahar, Rabat;
Palm Pharmacy, 2, Palm Street, Victoria, Gozo;
Lauretana Pharmacy, 36, Mgarr Road, Ghajnsielem.