Obituaries
CASSAR. We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of ELISA on March 16, 2023. Forever in the hearts of her daughters Mandy, Sadie, Hollie and their husbands; their father, John; her father, Joseph; her sister, Stella; her grandchildren, Adam, Sam, Kiran, Romaissa and Omar; relatives and all those who were lucky enough to know her. A Mass to celebrate her life will be held on Wednesday, April 19 at 2pm at St Anthony of Padua church, Għajn Dwieli. “Fly high, and be sure to give Michael a big squeeze. You can both rest now – together.”
CRISTIANO. On April 14, YVONNE, née Naudi, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. A beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She is deeply mourned and sadly missed by her husband Louis, daughter Sandra and her partner Anton Spiteri, her son Josef and his partner Raisa Farrugia, her grandchildren Matthias and Andrea, her brothers Silvio and his wife Nathalie, Tonio and his wife Anna, sisters Liliana and Therese, her sisters-in-law Mary Naudi, Vivienne Cassar and Yvonne Millo, all respective families and numerous friends. The funeral leaves Casa Antonia, Balzan, on Tuesday, April 18, at 9am, for The Immaculate Heart of Mary Mother of the Church parish, Tal-Ibraġ, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 9.30am, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. “Like her Maker she went around doing good throughout all her life.” Lord, grant her eternal rest. Special thanks go to the staff of Casa Antonia who looked after her with so much loving care.
FARRUGIA. On April 15, VICTOR, of Ħamrun, aged 73, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. A beloved husband, father and grandfather. He will be forever loved and cherished by his wife Doris, his daughter Elaine and her husband Ivan Bugeja, his daughter Jeanette and her husband Sandro Galea Soler, his son Christopher and his wife Claire, his son Jonathan and his wife Ingrid; his grandchildren Jurgen, Andria, Julian, Matthew, Aiden, Julie, Jack and Megan; his siblings and in-laws, his wife’s siblings; all respective families; relatives and friends.The funeral cortège leaves Mater Dei Hospital on Tuesday, April 18, for St Francis of Assisi church in Ħamrun, where Mass praesente cadavere to commemorate his life will be celebrated at 8.30am, followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery. The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to all the healthcare staff at Mater Dei Hospital who were involved in his care during the past few months.
Lord, grant him eternal rest.
In Memoriam
AUGUGLIARO – ALBERTO. Cherished memories of a beloved husband and father on his passing away on April 15, 2020. Fondly remembered and dearly missed by his beloved wife Pauline, his sons Alberto, Antonio, Augusto and daughter Maria, their spouses Romina, Joycelynn, Marlene and Matteo, his grandchildren Daniel, Matthew, Giulia, Michele and Leonardo. Always in our hearts. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CINI – ERIC. In loving memory of our beloved father, today being the 43rd anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His children, their spouses and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
DEBONO – STELLA. Treasured and loving memories of a much loved and dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on the fourth anniversary of her meeting with the Lord. Always in our hearts and prayers. Her daughters Marguerite, Pauline, Lucienne and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
FARRUGIA – JOE. On the first anniversary of his passing away. Much loved and missed by his wife Lina, his sons Paul and John and their respective families. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
GRECH. In loving memory of a dearest father and grandfather, CHARLES, today the anniversary of his passing on. Fondly remembered and greatly missed by Sylvana, Mariella and Wilfred, Diana, and Stephen, widower of Kathryn and all his grandchildren.
MANCHÉ. In loving memory of my dear mother YVONNE, on the 12th anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Marie Antoinette and Henri, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May she rest in peace.
RADMILLI – NOEL. Lovingly remembered on the 15th anniversary of his passing, tomorrow, April 17. Forever in our hearts, Sandra, Rachel, Paul and Gabriella. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
SANT – GUIDO. On the ninth anniversary of his demise, fondly remembered by his wife Carmen, his children Silvana, Donald, Herbert and Roderick, their spouses, his beloved grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
ZERAFA – DORIS. Treasured and unfading memories of a most beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on the fifth anniversary of her passing to eternal life. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by her sons, daughters, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Forever in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
In loving memory of our darling angel STACEY ABDILLA on the 20th anniversary of her demise. Deeply missed by her dad John, mum Georgina, sister Nadine and her husband Kurt, aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and many friends. Forever in our hearts and prayers. Lord, grant her eternal rest
The family of LYDIA AQUILINA would like to thank the Rev. Clergy for the funeral services and all those who attended Mass, sent flowers, offered Masses and expressed sympathy on the sad loss of their beloved aunt and sister-in-law who went to meet the Risen Lord on March 21, 2023. Lord, grant her eternal rest
In loving memory of ANNA CURMI Today being the eighth anniversary of her demise. Never forgotten, forever in our minds and hearts. Her loving husband Joseph, her children Sandro and Helga, Nadia and Anthony, Sonia and Joseph, Roberta and William, her grandsons Matteo, Jack and Harry; her brother Manuel and Tanya, her sisters Maria and Josette, her family and friends. Your presence we miss, your memory we treasure, Loving you always, forgetting you never. Lord, grant her eternal rest
Margaret Holland and family would like to thank Fr Gordon Refalo for the funeral service and all those who attended Mass, sent flowers, offered Masses, sent cards and expressed sympathy on the sad loss of a beloved husband, father and grandfather JOHN who went to meet the Risen Lord on March 17 Lord, grant him eternal rest
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