Vella, John- Peacefully surrounded by the love of his family, at the age of 97, John passed away at Matthews House Hospice January 13, 2023. Beloved husband of Mary Vella (nee Borg) for 71 years. Proud father of Marcelle (Robert) Reith, Bruce (Patricia) and Brian. Loving grandfather to Robbie (Nicole), Andrea (Christopher), Mark (Holleigh), Gregory (Kelly). Dear great grandfather to Evan, Dylan, Tyla, Ethan, Jackson, Vanessa, Ava, Brooklyn and Olivia. A private family service to take place. In Lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to Matthews House Hospice.
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Service
A private Family Funeral Service will be held.
Charlene Fry says
Sorry sad to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathies. Char, Al and family.
Pat & Mike Webster & Julie Bonello says
Dear Vella family. Our sincere condolences go out to you at this most difficult time. I have known Johnny all my life and remember him as a very kind & gentleman. Thinking of you and may Johnny rest in peace.
Maruska says
Dear Aunty Mary and cousins , I’m so sorry for your loss. Although we are far away, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thinking of you in these difficult times.
May his Soul Rest in Peace
Maruska , Sammy and family
Fr Robert Borg says
Dear Aunty Mary and our Canadian cousins and families.
My condolences to all of you at the death of Uncle John. Knowing the he was fortified with the Sacraments it gives us all consolation that God will embrace him in his arms for all eternity. I have offered Mass for the repose of his soul and pray that your grief will lighten in the days and weeks to come. Love to you all.
Diane Falzon says
To Marcelle and family we are sending our love and prayers to you and of course our beautiful Aunty Mary during this sad time. I’m sure the service will commemorate Uncle John as the amazing person he was, loving, kind and a man filled with great devotion to his family.
May God forever keep Uncle John by his side.
All our love
Uncle Mick and Cousin Diane,Wayne and Naomi xxx
Paul Kearney says
My condolences to the Bruce/Pat & family on the loss of your Dad. He definitely will missed dearly, thinking & praying for you all
Frank Roe says
Condolences Untie Mary, Marcelle, Bruce and Brian, and all the families for the loss of Uncle John.
From Frank & Mona Roe and all the family.
Joanne Zarb and family says
Dearest Mary, Marcelle, Bruce, Brian and family,
Many heart felt condolences to all of you on the loss of a wonderful, sweet and gentle man.
I’ve enjoyed many visits with you all. John and Mary have always been so kind and welcoming. 97 years of touching people with warmth and kindness!
Mary Rose Aquilina (Joanne’s Cousin) says
Our sincere condolences to you on losing John. I remember him as such a gentle soft spoken man. Wish all of you peace and acceptance for your loss .
Alfie Fabri says
Condolence ta Vella Family from Malta
Terri Adams says
Marcelle and family,
Thinking of you at this difficult time. Our deepest condolences.
Terri and Gary Adams
Bob and Margaret Milligan says
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Our thoughts and
prayers are with you during this time.
David Roe says
Sorry for your loss. Condolences to all the family.
May he rest in peace ️
David Rita Roe and Family
Luisa & Serafim Garcia says
Bruce, Pat and family our deepest condolences to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace.
Egan and Betty says
Bruce, Pat and family,
Thinking of you with sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy and Brent Webb says
Brian,
Brent and I are sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.
We would like to send our condolences to you and your family.
Cathy and Brent
Ivor and Ginny Cathcart says
Dear Bruce and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences. We will hold you all in our hearts and in our prayers.
Al and Dorrie Gallant says
Our condolences and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Dorrie & Al
marc ronan says
Condolences to the Vella Family