On May 17, at St James Capua Hospital, CECIL BLAKE, aged 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family.

He will always be loved and cherished by his beloved wife Lydia, née Vella, his children Audrey and her husband Mark, James and his wife Sheryl Ann, his precious granddaughters Lisa and Emma and her fiancé Luke, his loving brother Alfred and his wife, together with his in-laws, his nephews and nieces, other relatives, his dedicated carer Sylvia and friends.

Mass to celebrate his life will be held on Monday, May 20 at 2pm, at St Gregory parish church, Sliema, followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery.

Lord, grant him eternal rest.

The family would like to thank all the excellent doctors, nurses and staff at The Imperial Care Home and St James Capua Hospital for their unwavering care and support.

The family would welcome donations to Hospice Malta, Balzan, in loving memory of their beloved Cecil.