Social and Personal

AGIUS. On June 2, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Sharon née Castaldi and Ronald, God's precious gift of a son - SVEN, brother to Dean and Kyle. Thanks to the obstetrician and gynaecologist, midwife Nathalie Falzon and all the staff at the hospital's maternity unit.

ATTARD. On May 28, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Simone née Formosa and Joseph, God's precious gift of a first-born son - JEREMY. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to the obstetrician and the dedicated staff at the hospital, especially at the SCBU.

BEZZINA. On May 10, at Karin Grech Hospital, to Danica née Galea and Jason, God's precious gift of a first-born son - AIDEN. Special thanks to midwife Marisa Bezzina and all the dedicated maternity staff for all their care.

BUTTIGIEG. On June 2, at Queen Mother's Hospital, Glasgow, to Roberta née Mallia and Michael, God's precious gift of a daughter - ANNA, a wonderful sister to Sean. Deo gratias et Mariae.

CAMILLERI. On May 26, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Mariosa née Spiteri and Michael, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - AMY. Deo gratias et Mariae.

CASSAR. On June 2, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Amanda née Buhagiar and Mark, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - EMILY-ANN.

CIANTAR. On June 6, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Vanessa née Vella and Mark Elroy, God's precious gift of a first born daughter - AALIYAH KEIRA. Thanks to the obstetrician, the pediatrician, midwives Carmen Scerri and Carmen Vella and all the maternity staff at the hospital, for their support and dedication.

FARRUGIA. On June 2, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Melanie née Grech and Renald, God's precious gift of a first-born son - AIVEN. Special thanks to the pediatrician, the gynaecologist, midwife Carmen Scerri and all the staff at the hospital.

GOUDER. On June 3, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Edwina née Grech and Antoine, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - ERIKA. Thanks to all the staff at the hospital, especially the obstetrician, paediatricians and midwife Alexia Sciberras, as well as the staff at St James Capua Hospital.

MITCHELL. On May 19, at the Whittington Hospital NHS Trust, London, to Caroline née Buhagiar and William, God's most precious gift of a beautiful daughter - ALICE ANTONIA MARIE, a most welcome sister to Luke. Thanks be to Our Lady and the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

MUSCAT. On June 3, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Karen née Baldacchino and Carmel, God's precious gift of a first-born son - THOMAS EDWARD. Heartfelt thanks to the gynaecologist and the obstetrician, midwives and staff at the hospital.

PACE. On May 28, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Karen née Cachia and Jean-Claude, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - KATYA MARIE. Thanks to all the dedicated staff at the hospital. Deo gratias et Mariae.

QUINTANO. On May 26, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Lucienne née Farrugia and Joseph, God's precious gift of a first-born son - DANIEL. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the obstetricians, midwives and all the staff at the maternity wing.

ROSSI. On June 3, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Debbie née Pace Asciak and Simon, God's precious gift of a son - MATTHEW, a most welcome brother to Sarah and Edward. Thanks be to God and Mary Help of Christians. Special thanks to the staff at the maternity wing.

SCHEMBRI VELLA. On May 29, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Josette née Vella and Keith Allen, God's precious gift of a daughter - FRANCESCA, a welcome sister to Giuliana. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to all the maternity staff for all their care.

ZAMMIT. On June 4, at St Philip's Hospital, to Graziella née Vella and David, God's precious gift of a son - BEN, a most welcome brother to Emma. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to midwife Mrs Carmen Cannataci and all the staff at the hospital.

Engagements

Ing. EDWARD SAGUNA, B.Eng. (Mech.) Hons, and Miss GILLIAN LEONE GANADO, B.Sc. (Hons) The engagement is announced between EDWARD, son of Mr and Mrs Paul Saguna of Ta' l-Ibrag, and GILLIAN, daughter of Mr and Mrs Godfrey Leone Ganado of Madliena. Fr Martin Cilia, MSSP, blessed the ring.

Marriages

Mr JASON DEBONO, B.Eng. (Hons) and Ms BERNARDETTE ROSSI, B.Pharm. (Hons), M.Sc. The marriage took place on Sunday, June 5, at Sir Thomas More Chapel, University Campus, Msida, between JASON, son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Debono of Fgura, and BERNARDETTE, daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Rossi of Tarxien. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Jimmy Bartolo, SJ. The ceremony was witnessed by Ms Anna Maria Rossi, BA (Hons) Social Work, for the bride, and Mr Jesmond Debono, B.Psy. (Hons) for the groom. The bride was attended by the bride's cousin, Ms Elaine Caruana. The duties of best man were carried out by Mr Stephen Mifsud Tong, H.Dip. (Hotel Mgt). Gabriel Fenech Cassar was pageboy. A wedding dinner was later held at the Corinthia San Ìor©. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Italy and France.

Mr KEITH SACCO and Miss GAYLE FARRUGIAThe marriage took place on Saturday, June 4, at the Annunciation parish church, Balzan, between KEITH, son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Sacco of San Gwann, and GAYLE, daughter of Mr and Mrs Carmel Joseph Farrugia of Sliema. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Mgr Professor V. Borg. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr Joseph Giorgio and Mrs Victoria Farrugia. Mr Owen Sacco and Mr Brian Micallef carried out the duties of best men. The bride was attended by Mrs Claudia Micallef, Ms Elaine Giorgio and Ms Lisa Azzopardi. Mr Justin Farrugia and Mr Andrew Farrugia acted as ushers. A reception was later held at Villa Anna Teresa, St Julian's.

Golden Wedding

Mr JOSEPH C. VELLA and Miss JOSEPHINE GATT
The marriage took place on June 12, 1955, at St Ubaldesca church, Paola. Congratulations and lots of love from Mario.

Obituary

GERMAN. On June 10, ANTONIA of Sliema, aged 89, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Josette, widow of John Farrugia, Grace and her husband Henry Fenech Azzopardi and Tony and his wife Anna, her step-son Lino and his wife Maureen, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her sister Adelina Fenech, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends, especially her friends of Bugibba. - R.I.P. The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for Ta' l-Ibrag parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m., followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Hospice Movement will be greatly appreciated. Special thanks go to the Hospice Movement and the MMDNA.

ZAHRA. On June 10, at St Luke's Hospital, JOHN of Cospicua, aged 46, personal assistant to the chairman and chief executive, MITTS, passed peacefully away after a tragic accident, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Dominic, Matthew and Diane-Marie, their fiancées Lorna and Christina, his father Vincent P. and his mother Rita, his brothers and sisters Doris and her husband Joe Raggio, Carmel and his wife Valerie, Joe and his wife Katariina and Connie and her husband Edwin Azzopardi, his nephews and nieces Connie, Kristina, Carlo, Niki, Vincent, Krushenka, Katinka, Claudine and Patricia and their spouses, boyfriends, girlfriends and children and other relatives, his colleagues at MITTS, all his friends and the Dominican Community. The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 7.30 a.m. for Our Lady of Fatima Sanctuary, Guardamangia, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8 a.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Requiem Masses

On the initiative of the Anglo Maltese League's council, a Mass for the repose of the soul of JOSEPH ROSSI (ex-council member), will be said tomorrow at 7 p.m. at St James church, Merchants Street, Valletta. Relatives, members and friends are cordially invited to attend.

In Memoriam

APAP. In loving memory of WILLIAM, a beloved husband, father and grandfather, on his first anniversary. Sadly missed but never forgotten by his wife Marlene, his daughters Nadia and her husband Mark, Connie and her husband Brian and grandchildren. May he rest in peace.

BUGEJA - MARIE LOUISE née Borg Cardona. On her 15th anniversary. Remembered with love today and always. Valerie, Tony and family.

CARUANA - MONA. A year has passed since you left this world, when God looked down and saw your pain He could not let you suffer more (though you were very brave). So He took you by the hand and placed you in heaven with all His saints. We did not say goodbye, but Mona, you will always be in our hearts and minds. It was great to have you as my sister-in-law. Maria, Hugh and all the family.

FARRUGIA. Fond memories of a dear brother and father, CHARLES, on the 39th anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his sister Maria, his brother Ralph of Canada and family.

LAFERLA - ALFRED. In loving memory, on the fourth anniversary of his demise. Always in our hearts and prayers. Fondly remembered by his wife Mary, his son Alexander, his daughter Jacqueline and family.

MICALLEF - VICTORIA née Grech, today the seventh anniversary of her demise.
Ma, I adored you then,
Still love you now,
Locked in my heart
Till we meet again.
Roz and family.

PACE O'SHEA - VINCENT. Lovingly remembered by his children Aileen, Angele, Peter, David, Paul and their families, on the 13th anniversary of his passing away. Dear Lord grant him eternal rest.

VELLA. In loving memory of a dearest husband and father, PAUL, on the fourth anniversary of his passing away. Fondly remembered by his wife Licia, Tanya, Etienne, André and their families.

ZARB MIZZI. Cherished memories of VIOLET, a beloved sister and aunt, on the anniversary of her demise. Always remembered by her sister Connie, nieces and nephews.

Personal

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May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored and glorified throughout the whole, wide world forever and ever. N.B.

Study Morning

A study morning for nursing aides/care assistants/health assistants, focusing on "The Stroke Patient", is being organised by Zammit Clapp Hospital. This will be held at the Catholic Institute, Floriana, on July 4, between 8.20 a.m. and 1 p.m. Repeat sessions will be held on July 5 and 12. For further information and application forms, contact Mr Raymond Grixti on 2134-4950 by not later than June 27.

Pharmacies Open Today

Malta 9 a.m. to noon - Gozo 7.30 to 11 a.m.

Floriana Dispensary, 23, St Anne Street, Floriana
Johnsons Dispensary, 75, Qormi Road, Marsa
Spiteri's Pharmacy, 82, Victory Street, Qormi
St Paul's Pharmacy
Brared Street, Birkirkara
Regional Pharmacy, E.H. Furse Street, Msida
Lourdes Pharmacy, Naxxar Road, San Gwann
Victor's Pharmacy, 9, Tower Road, Sliema
St Catherine Pharmacy
Triq id-Dielja c/w St Catherine Street, Attard
Sghajtar Pharmacy
Triq Sghajtar, Mosta
Qawra Pharmacy, Earl's Court/1, Triq l-Imhar, Qawra
Tarxien Pharmacy, 59, Tarxien Road, Tarxien
Victory Pharmacy, 32, Victory Streeet, Senglea
St James Pharmacy, Is-Sliem Square, Zabbar
John J. Borg Pharmacy, 1, Constitution Street, Zejtun
Kristianne Pharmacy, Peter Paul Saydon Street, Zurrieq
De Rohan Pharmacy, 24, St Anthony Street, Zebbug
Bahrija Pharmacy, Triq Raddet ir-Roti c/w School Street, Bahrija
Tac-Cawla Pharmacy, 'Marga', Dr Anton Tabone Street, Victoria, GOZO
Tony's Pharmacy, Triq il-Qbajjar, Marsalforn.