Social and Personal

CALLEJA. On September 9, EILEEN née Fenech, widow of Victor, aged 65, passed peacefully away at St Luke's Hospital. She leaves to mourn her devoted daughters Graziella Russo and Daniela and her son-in-law Alberto Bartoli, her beloved grandchildren Manya and Sohara, Aimeé and Michael, her brothers Joe and his wife Miriam, Harry and his wife Lynne and Frank and his wife Margaret, her sisters Isabelle, Vivienne and her husband Vanni Gingell Littlejohn and Henrietta and her husband Joe Curmi, her in-laws, relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital on Monday, September 12, at 2 p.m. for the Carmelite church, Balluta, 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 the Malta Cancer Foundation at Boffa Hospital will be greatly appreciated.
Lord grant her eternal rest.

VALVO. On September 8, at the Cospicua home for the elderly, ROBERTA, widow of John, passed peacefully away at the age of 93, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Connie and her husband Joe, Gerry and his wife Mary, Nellie, widow of John, Anthony and his wife Maria, her sister Elizabeth, her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, her nieces and nephews and their families, other relatives and friends.
Mass praesente cadavere will be said today at 8.30 a.m. at Cospicua parish church, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. May she rest in peace.

In Memoriam

AQUILINA. Cherished and unfading memories of FRANK on his first anniversary. He slipped away from us after a short illness which he bore so bravely. Forever in our hearts. We miss him dearly. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His children Dirk, Clayton and Lyndsey, his sister Rise, brother Joey and families and his cousin Gail. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

BONETT - MICHAEL J. Sadly missed and always in our thoughts and prayers, today the ninth anniversary of his passing away.

CAMILLERI. In loving memory of PAUL, ex-Chief Petty Officer, Royal Navy, of Birsebbuga, on the fifth anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his children Mary, Jessie, Frank and Ronnie, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, relatives and friends.

FALZON - ANTONIA (Ninette). Today the fifth anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered and loved by her husband Stephen, children Claude and Aaron, her brothers and sisters.

FENECH - DIANA. A beloved wife, mother and grandmother, on the 16th anniversary of her demise. Always fondly remembered in our hearts and prayers. Her husband Carmel and children Rita and Joe Pace, Ray and Anna Fenech, Judith and Ray Debono, Anna and Alfred Vella, Mark and Tanya Fenech, and grandchildren.

GAUCI - MARY. On the 17th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her sons Godfrey and his wife Carmen, Michael and his wife Nathalie, her daughter Norma and her husband Alfred Bezzina and her grandchildren.

GAUCI - OLGA. Loving memories of a wonderful mother on the seventh anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Phyllis, Neville, Tania, Paul and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

PORTELLI - JOE. In loving memory of a much loved husband and father, today the 18th anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts and prayers. His wife Katie, children and grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

SCERRI - JOSEPH. In loving memory of a dear husband and father, today the fourth anniversary of his passing away. Fondly remembered by his loving wife Mary, his children Claude and his fiancée Mariestelle, Joanna and her husband Josef, family and friends. Always in our thoughts and prayers.

Portrait Workshop

Madeleine Gera organises portrait workshops in collaboration with Gallery G. A workshop in portrait painting will be held in October. Please contact gallery for details. Gallery G, 4, Sir Hugo Street, Lija. Phone 2142 1984/5 or 9942 4982.

Accountancy Meeting

IGAF Worldwide, which ranks among the top 20 international accounting and consultancy networks in the world, will hold its European Members Meeting in Malta between September 17 and 20 at the InterContinental Hotel in St Julians. The meeting is being organised by IGAF Worldwide together with local members Spiteri Bailey & Co. Accountants, Auditors & Business Advisors.

For more information about the IGAF meeting, send an e-mail to info@spiteri-bailey.com or visit the firm's website: www.spiteri-bailey.com.

Consultation process

Tonio Fenech, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, will launch the government's process to formulate the National Strategic Reference Framework (NSRF) for the years 2007 to 2013 on Monday at 2 p.m. at the Mediterranean Conference Centre, in Valletta.

This process will set out Malta's strategic aims within the parameters of the European Community Strategic Guidelines for the future use of EU Structural Funds.

Telephone service

Ghaxaq residents will have their telephone service temporarily disrupted between 7 a.m. on Monday and 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Maltacom said yesterday.

The disruption is due to planned cable network maintenance to improve the telephone service.

Lost Cat

A black, fluffy cat with a bright orange collar has been lost in the Balzan area. It answers to the name of Toots. Its owner desperately wants it back. Anyone who sees it is asked to call on 2144 2468 or 9982 8249.

Dog found

A bitch was found roaming in St George's Bay. She is in very good condition and is said to have a lovely character. Its owners should contact Sandra on 7970 9301.

What's On Today

Films
At 6.45 p.m. at St James Cavalier, Valletta, Kinsey (18)

At 9 p.m. at St James Cavalier, Valletta, Coffee And Cigarettes (16).

Exhibitions
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Museum of Archaeology, Valletta, Money in China.

6.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Ir-Razzett Tal-Markiz Mallia Tabone, Mosta, art and sculpture exhibition by Italian artist Corrado Iozia.

At St James Cavalier, Valletta, photographs, digitised film footage, vintage photographic cameras and printing tools marking the 50th anniversary of the Department of Information.

At St James Cavalier, Valletta, I Will Never Forget, photographs by Pim Tiggleman.

At the Zabbar local council, Zabbar, On The Way, artistic works by Herbert Du Bois.

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta 9 a.m. to noon - Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.
Collis Williams Pharmacy, 300, Republic Street, Valletta;
Johnsons Dispensary, 75, Qormi Road, Marsa;
St George's Pharmacy, 21, Main Street, Qormi;
St Paul's Pharmacy, Brared Street, Birkirkara;
St Luke Pharmacy, St Luke's Road, Pietà;
Melita Pharmacy, 127, St George's Road, St Julian's;
Edward's Pharmacy, 115, Manwel Dimech Street, Sliema;
St Joseph Pharmacy, 172, Main Street, Lija;
Tat-Targa Pharmacy, Plot No. 2, Constitution Street, Mosta;
Parkes Pharmacy, 582, St Paul's Street, St Paul's Bay;
Distinction Pharmacy, 32, Antoine De Paule Square, Paola;
Verdala Pharmacy, 57, Gendus Street, Cospicua;
St Anne Pharmacy, Triq il-Qaliet, Marsascala;
Gudja Pharmacy, 25, San Ciru Street, Gudja;
Kristianne Pharmacy, Pietru Pawl Saydon Street, Zurrieq;
Santa Marija Pharmacy, 40, Bird Street, Zebbug;
St Anthony Pharmacy, 18, Main Street, Rabat;
Castle Pharmacy, 2, Independence Square, Victoria, Gozo;
Nadur Pharmacy, April 28, 1688, Square, Nadur.