CHETCUTI. On August 17, at Dar tal-Kleru, Birkirkara, Fr anselmu, ofm, aged 86, went to meet the Risen Lord comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his Franciscan Brethren, the sisters of Dar tal-Kleru who took care of him for the past 16 years, the Daughters of the Sacred Heart to whom he was spiritual director, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves the Franciscan Friary tomorrow at 9.15 a.m. for St Mary of Jesus Church, Valletta where mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated at 9.30 a.m. followed by interment in the Franciscans Chapel at Santa Maria Addolorata cemetery.
GABARRETTA. On August 17, JOHN LEWIS, aged 80, passed peacefully away after a long illness borne with Christian fortitude, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Maria Rosa née Camilleri, his sons, Karol and his wife Margaret née Farrugia, and Adrian and his wife Hilda née Mallia, his grandchildren John, James and Erika, his brother Raphael and his sister Anne De Bono, their families and all the Camilleri family, and friends.
Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated tomorrow at 8.45 a.m. at St Gregory's parish church, Sliema followed by private interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord.
GRECH MALLIA. On August 17, GIOACCHINO, known as Jackie Grech (ex-international footballer and Valletta FC player), aged 71 passed peacefully away at St Luke's Hospital, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Margaret, brothers, sisters and their families, the family of his wife, the Bruno family of Gzira, the Camilleri family of Bahar ic-Caghaq, cousins, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 7.30 a.m. for Mount Carmel Parish Church, Gzira where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.
PISANI. On August 17, MARY, from Hamrun, aged 85, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her daughter Marion and her husband Albert De Bono, her sons Joe and his wife Jane and Louis and his wife Fulda, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 8.30 a.m. for St Cajetan parish church, Hamrun where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, would be appreciated.
Requiem Masses
On the 40th anniversary of the passing away of MARY CALLEJA née Griscti, a Mass for the repose of her soul will be said today at 6.30 p.m. at Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception parish church, Ta' l-Ibrag. Fondly remembered by her husband Victor and Eileen, her children Joan, Raymond, Marvic, Bryan, Alex and Jeffrey, relatives and friends.
In Memoriam
DeBONO - PAULINE. Treasured memories of a dear sister on her 12th anniversary. Janie, Bertie and family.
DIMECH - TONY. In unfading memory of a loving husband and father who was called to eternal rest on August 18, 1990. Forever in our hearts. His wife Lina and his daughters Sarah and Claire.
GALEA - CONNIE. In loving memory, on the sixth anniversary of her demise. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said at 6.30 p.m. at the Ursuline Crèche, Sliema.
GAUCI - OLGA. Treasured and unfading memories of a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, today the third anniversary of her demise. Fondly loved and cherished by her daughters Mary, Josephine and Corinne, her grandchildren and great-grandson. Sweet Jesus, grant her eternal rest.
MAGRI. In loving memory of our dear mother FRANCESCA, today the 10th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her sons and daughters.
RESTALL. In loving memory of JOHN and ANTON on the anniversary of their meeting with the Risen Lord. Their family.
SCERRI. Everlasting and loving memories of ROSARIO, today the 29th anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Mary, his children, in-laws, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
SCIBERRAS. Precious and unfading memories of a dearly beloved husband and devoted father, CLEMENTE, today the first anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed by his wife Mary, his children Raffaella and her husband Geoffrey, Adrian and his wife Victoria and grandson Thomas. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said today at 6.30 p.m. at Our Saviour parish church, Lija.
SCICLUNA. Loving memories of our dearest uncle JOE. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Emily, Rita and Dolly.
SCICLUNA - JOSEPH. In loving memory of a very dear uncle. Always remembered. Dolly, Oscar, Christoff, Sebastian and Patrick.
STIVALA - WILLIAM. Today the 36th anniversary of your untimely demise. A prayer is solicited. Ma and pa.
STIVALA - WILLIAM. Today the 36th anniversary of his tragic demise. Please remember him in your prayers. Diann and Norman.
TONIOLO - FRANCO, formerly of the Scientific Institute, San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, and for 25 years collaborator of Mgr. Charles G. Vella, on the third anniversary of his new life in the home of His Father. A Mass for his repose will be celebrated tomorrow at 6 p.m. at the Ursuline Crèche chapel, Karm Galea Street, Sliema. All his Maltese friends are invited to remember their always-smiling amico Franco.
Sidonia Enterprises Ltd
Closed for summer holidays. Re-opening Monday, August 25, 2003.
MCAST Vacancies
Applications for full-time and part-time lecturing staff are being invited by the Gozo Centre of the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology in the following subjects: accounts, agriculture, basic skills, building and construction technology, care, English, fabrication - welding, steelmetal and plumbing, hairdressing, information and communication technology, Maltese, mathematics, mechanical engineering, physical science, technical/engineering drawing, and woodwork. Applications have to be made by September 1. Details were published in the Government Gazette of August 12.
First Aid Courses
St John Ambulance will be holding two more first aid courses this month at its headquarters in Valletta. An evening course will start on Friday at 6.30 p.m., consisting of nine weekly lectures. Another course will run over four days between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. starting on August 26.
Registration will be accepted at the headquarters at 5 Independence Square on Tuesdays between 6.30 and 7 p.m. or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Franco Piccinino.
Further information is available on 7944 8310 or e-mail StJohnAmbulance@msn.com.
Pensions And Contingency Fund Committee
Angelo Mallia is chairman of the Pension and Contingency Fund Committee, appointed in terms of article 32 of the Port Workers Regulations, 1993. The members are Charles Abela, representing the Malta Maritime Authority; John E. Sullivan, and Joseph Bowman, representing the employers of port workers; Godwin Abela, representing the contractor; Emanuel Zammit and Joe Saliba, representing the port workers; Francis Calleja and Nazzareno Borg. Francis Grima is secretary.
Acting Appointment
George Catania has been appointed Acting Director General in the VAT Division of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs.
Ministry Appointment
Charles Mizzi has been appointed permanent secretary in the Ministry of Education, with effect from last August 1.
Local Councils
Today's meetings
2.00 p.m. Attard.
5.00 p.m. Iklin.
Acting Director Of Planning
Ruben Abela, architect and civil engineer, has assumed duties as director of planning at the Malta Environment and Planning Authority in an acting capacity.
President's Engagements
Today
10 a.m., at the Palace, Valletta, the President receives Prof. La Pergola, judge at the European Court.
10.30 a.m., at the Palace, Valletta, the President receives Malta External Trade Corporation managing director Stephen Sultana.
Noon, at the Palace, Valletta, the President receives Carmen Dalli, honorary consul of Malta in Wellington, New Zealand.
12.45 p.m., at the Palace, Valletta, the President receives Senator Lawan Gana Guba, ambassador of Nigeria, on a farewell call.
What's On Today
Fund-Raising
At the trade fairs grounds in Naxxar, Kerygma volleyball marathon.
Exhibitions
8.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 4.30 to 8.30 p.m. at the German-Maltese Circle, St Christopher Street, Valletta, art exhibition by Joseph Barbara and Denis Calleja.
5 to 8 p.m., at the parish centre, Cathedral Street, Sliema, exhibition to mark the 125th anniversary of Stella Maris, Sliema, as a parish.