AGIUS. On June 8, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Antonella née Micallef and David, God's precious gift of a son - QUIVAN, a most welcome brother to Myron Josè and Kieran. Special thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Marcelle Cipriott.

ARRIGO. On June 4, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Claire née Gatt and Kurt, God's precious gift of a daughter - KATE, sister to Livia. Thanks to the team at the hospital that brought her safely into this world.

BARON BELLO. On June 14, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Claire née Spiteri Staines and Andres, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to midwife Ms Vincienne Brockdorff and staff for their support and dedication.

BELLINA. On May 29, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Louise née German and Maurizio, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - JULIA MARIE. Special thanks to the gynaecological surgeon and midwife Ms Giselle Curmi for their care and support.

BUGEJA BLANSHARD. On June 5, at St James Hospital, Zabbar, to Suzanne and Stephen, God's precious gift of a son - BEN, a welcome brother to Sam. Special thanks to the obstetrician, midwife Mariella Abela Camilleri and all the theatre staff at the hospital. Thanks to all the staff for their support and dedication.

CAMILLERI. On May 14, at Maternité Grande-Duchesse Charlotte, Luxembourg, to Etleva née Rushaj and Kenneth, God's precious gift of a first-born son - RYAN.

DEBONO ROBERTS. On June 3, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Marygrace née Buhagiar and Ray, God's precious gift of a son - DANIEL, brother to Krysta. Thanks to the obstetrician, paediatrician, the anaesthetist, midwives Carmen Scerri and Carmen Pace and all the maternity and theatre staff at the hospital.

FERRANTE. On June 15, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Roberta née Giusti and Brian, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - ERIKA.

FORMOSA. On June 12, to Debbie née St John and Aaron, God's special and precious gift of a son - LUIGI. Gigi is a most welcome brother to Benji and Duncan. Thanks be to Christ the Redeemer. Heartfelt thanks to the obstetricians, the anaesthetist on call and all the staff at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing. Special thanks to Ms Carmen Wareing.

GATT. On June 10, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Ingrid née Mamo and Robert, God's precious gift of a first-born son - THOMAS. Thanks be to God and the Blessed Virgin. Special thanks to all the staff at the pre-natal, labour and post-natal wards for their professional care and support.

LAURI. I was born on June 6 at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing. I am God's precious gift, a first-born son to my proud parents Marquita née Zammit and Pierre. Special thanks go to midwife Marcelle Cipriott and the obstetrician for his support during my mummy's pregnancy and during labour. May Pope John Paul II guide me through my life. FABIAN.

MICALLEF. On June 4, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Joanna née Ghigo and Ian, God's precious gift of a first-born son - ZACHARIAS. Thanks be to God and the Blessed Virgin. Heartfelt thanks to all the staff at labour and post-natal wards.

MIDOLO. On June 4, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Juanita née Ebejer and Joseph, God's precious gift of a son - KARL, brother to Jake. Thanks to the obstetrician, paediatrician, the anaesthetist, midwife Lillian Azzopardi and all the dedicated staff at the hospital.

PETCHENKINE. On June 7, at St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, to Abigail née Schembri and Dmitri, God's precious gift of a daughter - TARYN, sister to Tavian. Thanks to the obstetrician and midwife Carmen Scerri for their support.

SCIBERRAS. On June 7, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Raffaella née Gatt and Sean, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - CAROLINA. Thanks be to God and the Blessed Virgin. Special thanks to all the staff of the ante-natal, labour and post-natal wards.

Marriages

Mr AARON BORG PULLICINO and Miss LAURA GRECH PILLOW The marriage took place on June 6, at St Aloysius College church, Birkirkara, between AARON, son of Mr and Mrs John Borg Pullicino of Birkirkara, and LAURA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Benny Grech Pillow of Balzan. Mass was celebrated by Fr Alfred Scerri, OFM Cap. The ceremony was witnessed by Chev. Alfred Borg and Mr Pierre Grech Pillow. The duties of best man were shared between Mr Raymond Borg and Mr Aaron Camenzuli. Mr Henry Grech Pillow, Mr Charlie Pullicino and Mr Kevin Panzavecchia acted as ushers. Mrs Miriana Panzavecchia, the bride's close friend, was matron of honour, while the bride's cousin, Mrs Sandra Sciberras, was bridesmaid. Ms Adella Formosa was flower-girl. A reception was held at Villa Maria, Rabat. The couple are spending their honeymoon on a Mediterranean cruise.

Dr ROBERT CASSAR, MD and Dr OLIVIA ANNE SAMMUT, MD The marriage took place on May 14, at Our Lady of the Grotto church, Rabat, between ROBERT, son of Mr and Mrs Anthony Cassar of Qawra, and OLIVIA ANNE, daughter of Mr and Mrs Carmel Sammut of Rabat. Mass was celebrated by Fr David Cilia. The ceremony was witnessed by Dr Deborah Mercieca and Mr Pierre Cassar. The duties of best man were shared between Mr Malcolm Cassar and Dr Andrew Mercieca. Mr Maximilian Vassallo and Mr Kevin Zammit acted as ushers. The bride was attended by Dr Tatyana Mintoff and Ms Caroline Cassar. A reception was later held at Palazzo Parisio, Naxxar. The couple spent their honeymoon in South East Asia.

Mr GIAN CARLO MILLO,MIA, CPA, MBA (Finance) and Dr VANESSA BORG, BA, LL.D., Adv. Trib. Eccl. Melit. The marriage took place on June 7, at the Metropolitan Cathedral, Mdina, between GIAN CARLO, son of Mr and Mrs Aldo Millo of San Gwann, and VANESSA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Francis Borg of Guardamangia. Mass was celebrated by Fr Louis Bajada. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr Marco Millo and Mr Jean Pierre Borg. Mr Gordon Scicluna carried out the duties of best man, while Mr Hugh Cremona acted as usher. The bride was attended by Miss Nicole Borg as bridesmaid, while Miss Ella Borg and Master Isaac Millo were flower-girl and pageboy respectively. A reception was later held at the Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux, Mdina. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Canada and Alaska.

Mr DAVID MIZZI and Dr MICHELLE BUONTEMPO, LL.D., MA The marriage took place on June 4, at the University chapel, Tal-Qroqq, between DAVID, son of the late Joseph and Mrs Curcifissa Mizzi of San Lawrenz, Gozo, and MICHELLE, daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter Buontempo of Valletta. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Jimmy Bartolo, SJ, and concelebrated by Fr Daniel Xerri and Fr Joseph Piscopo. The ceremony was witnessed by Dr Mariella Borg Buontempo, MD, M.Sc., MFPHM, and Mr Lawrence Mizzi. Mr Jevon Attard carried out the duties of best man, while Mr Etienne Cassar, B.Pharm. (Hons), M.Sc., Mr Peter Paul Sammut, MBA (UK), and Mr Aldo Formosa were ushers. The bride was attended by Miss Josianne Mizzi, Miss Renee Borg Buontempo and Miss Dominique Sammut Buontempo. Miss Angelique Sammut Buontempo, Master Jean-Luc Cassar Buontempo and Master Matthew Borg Buontempo were flower-girl and pageboys respectively. A reception was later held at Villa Arrigo, San Pawl tat-Targa. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Canada with a cruise to Alaska.

Mr LAURENCE PARNIS and Miss LISA COLEIRO The marriage took place on May 20, at Ta' l-Ibrag parish church, between LAURENCE, son of Mr and Mrs Costantino Parnis of Fleur-de-Lys, Birkirkara, and LISA, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Coleiro of Kappara. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Joe Farrugia. The sacrament of marriage was witnessed by the bride's sister, Mrs Claire Xuereb, and the groom's cousin, Mrs Elizabeth Borg. The bridesmaids were Miss Venita Borg and Miss Alexia Lovegrove. Mr Kenneth Coleiro carried out the duties of best man. Mr Ernest Meli and Mr David Borg acted as ushers. A reception was held at Torre Paulina, Madliena. The couple are spending their honeymoon in the United States and the Caribbean.

Mr LEON XUEREB, B.Psy. (Hons) and Miss PAMELA KERR, B.Psy. (Hons), LISTD The marriage took place on June 10, at Lapsi church, St Julian's, between LEON, son of Mr and Mrs Mario Xuereb, and PAMELA, daughter of Mr and Mrs Ralph Kerr. Mass was celebrated by Fr Alex Cordina. Therese Stafrace and Daniel Muscat Inglott witnessed the ceremony. Andrew Brownrigg was best man, Neil Kerr, Michael Mizzi and Julian Darmanin were ushers, while Diane Portelli was maid of honour. Lysanne Bakker and Marielle Xuereb were bridesmaids. A reception was later held at Villa Arrigo, San Pawl tat-Targa. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Greece.

Obituary

CARUANA. On June 17, at Sir Paul Boffa Hospital, MARY née Abela. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Michael, her daughters Sylvana Guillaumier, Vivienne and her husband Reno Psaila, and Louise Anne, her grandchildren Kirk, Dirk, and Rachel, her brother Joe and his wife Jean, her sister Margaret and her husband Joe Farrugia, her nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Sir Paul Boffa Hospital tomorrow at 8 a.m. for St Joseph parish church, Msida, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at St Gregory Cemetery, Zejtun. No flowers by request but donations to the Hospice Movement will be appreciated.

MALLIA. On June 17, ELIZABETH (Lizzie), née Polidano and widow of Censu, passed peacefully away aged 93, comforted by her loving family and the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her irreparable loss her sons and daughters: Alfred and his wife Carmen; Winston and his wife Maria; Mary (widow of Mimmo); Lino and his wife Josephine; Manwel and his wife Rose; Rose and her husband George; Iris and her husband Sam; as well as her devoted grandchildren, relatives and friends. She will remain in our hearts forever. The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 8.30 a.m. for St Publius church in Floriana 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 the Malta Hospice Movement will be appreciated. May the Lord grant her eternal rest.

MICALLEF. On June 7, in Kingston, Jamaica, Sr MARY CABRINI, aged 78, passed peacefully away after a long illness. She leaves to mourn her loss the community of the Sisters of Mercy in Jamaica, her sisters Filippa and M'Ann, her brothers Joseph and his wife Helen, Emmanuel and his wife Filippa, Tony and his wife Giovanna, Paul and his wife Mary, Philip and his wife Frances, Evangelista, widow of Carmelo, Stella, widow of John, numerous nephews and nieces, relatives and friends in Malta and Jamaica. - R.I.P. A thanksgiving Mass will be said today at 11.15 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Sanctuary, Zebbug. Donations to the Sisters of Mercy, Jamaica, will be appreciated.

SAMMUT. On June 17, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, CATALD, aged 91, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his brother Angelo, his niece Carmen and her husband Paul Abela, their four daughters Stefania, Louise, Maria and Joanna and their spouses, other nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. - R.I.P. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence tomorrow at 2.30 p.m. for St Paul's collegiate church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3 p.m., followed by interment at St Margaret Cemetery, Rabat.

SCEBERRAS TRIGONA. On June 16, CONNIE née Enriquez, widow of Notary Dr Alex Sceberras Trigona, aged 85, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her son Alex and his wife Johanna, her daughter Anna and her grandchildren Alexia and Angela, family and friends - R.I.P. Mass praesente cadavere will be celebrated tomorrow at 9 a.m. at Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

Requiem Masses

A Mass for the repose of the souls of CECILE and JOE COPPINI will be said today at 10.30 a.m. at St Gregory's parish church, Sliema. Lord grant them eternal rest.

In Memoriam

AMATO - VICTOR PAUL. Fondly remembering a wonderful husband and most treasured father and grandfather whose gentle manners and wealth of wisdom will never be forgotten. Today being the 13th anniversary of his death, the 10 a.m. Mass at Ta' l-Ibrag parish church will be offered for the repose of his soul. His wife Erminia, children and grandchildren.

AZZOPARDI PREZIOSI. In loving memory of our dear parents ARTHUR and LILY on the 28th and 18th anniversary of their passing away. Rita, Antoinette, Monica and Patricia.

CARUANA SOLER - JOSEPH. Remembering with love our very dear father on Father's Day. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His children, in-laws and grandchildren.

CEFAI. In loving memory of GIUSEPPI on the 10th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Amalia, his son Dr Emmanuel George Cefai, family and friends.

DOUGHTY - JOHN. Treasured memories of a dearly beloved husband, father and grandfather on the 39th anniversary of his death, especially today Father's Day. Always loved, remembered and never forgotten by his wife Mary and his beloved children John and Shirley, in-laws and grandchildren.

GALEA - MARY née Debono. Treasured and unfading memories of our dear mother on the fifth anniversary of her death. Joseph, Anthony and Richard Galea Debono and their families. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

GALEA. Loving memories of my dear sister MONICA née Formosa, today the second anniversary of her passing away. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Her sister Tessie.

GILI. Most treasured and unfading memories of our beloved father GUIDO on the 35th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered and sadly missed by his children Edgar, Simone and Nadya and their families and his sister Maria. Always close to our hearts, forever in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

GRIMA - LELI. In loving memory of a dear father and beloved grandfather on the first anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his family.

GUSMAN - JOSEPH. Loving and unforgettable memories of a dear husband and father, today being the 11th anniversary of his passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Anna, Adrian and Matthew.

GUSMAN. In loving memory of our dearest brother JOSEPH, today the 11th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his sisters and brother. Please remember him in your prayers.

JONES - FREDERICK JAMES (Jimmy). Wednesday, June 21, being the 27th anniversary of his death. Treasured memories of a loving husband, father and grandfather. His wife Evelyn, children and grandchildren. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Masses for the repose of his soul will be said on Wednesday, June 21, at 9.30 a.m. and 7.15 p.m. at St Augustine's parish church, Valletta.

MUGLIETTE - MARY, 16.6.2003. Loving memories of a dear wife, mother and grandmother on the third anniversary of her demise. Sadly missed and always loved and remembered. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Emmanuel, Mathese, Jesmond, Bernadette, Isabelle, Naomi and their families.

MUSÙ - NANCY. In memory of a dear mother and grandmother on the third anniversary of her demise. Lovingly remembered by Josette and David, Magda and Charles, Antoine and 10 grandsons. Rest in peace.

SCEBERRAS TRIGONA - The Noble DEDINA SCEBERRAS TRIGONA. Remembered with love and prayers. Her nephews and nieces.

VELLA - ALFRED JOHN. In loving memory of a dearest father on the 24th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered with love, his daughters Mona, Margie and families.