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     Joseph Anthony Zouzounis was born on 22 September 1953 in San Francisco, CA, USA. He married Julie (?)

     Julie (?) married Joseph Anthony Zouzounis, son of Alex Peter Zouzounis and Rose Catherine Bonnici.
     Her married name was Zouzounis.

     Alexander P. Zouzounis was born on 20 March 1959 in San Francisco, CA, USA. He married Cherie (?)

     Cherie (?) married Alexander P. Zouzounis, son of Alex Peter Zouzounis and Rose Catherine Bonnici.
     Her married name was Zouzounis.

     Emanuel John Scerri was born on 7 April 1920 in Mosta, Malta. He married Filomena Mary Fenech, daughter of Paul Fenech and Rose B. Vella, in 1947 at Malta. Emanuel John Scerri died on 14 October 2005 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA, at age 85. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     He was a member of the Maltese American Social Club and was for 50 years in 1953. He lived in 2004 at 110 Goettingen St., San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.
Obituary: on 17 October 2005: Scerri, Emanuel - At rest, October 14, 2005. Born April 7, 1920, in Mosta, Malta. Beloved husband of Filomena Scerri for 58 years. Devoted brother of Luke Scerri of Australia and the late Charlie, Natalie, Joseph, Theresa, Andrew, Jim and Frank. Loving "Ziju" and "Nannu" to Mena, John, Adrian, Lisa and Sharon Schembri of Australia, Carmen, Tom, Marina and Julie Orton, Joe Vella, Uncle Paul, and Kirby. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends in Malta, Australia and the SF Bay Area. A member of the Maltese American Social Club for over 50 years.

     Marianna Muscat married (?) Scerri.
     Her married name was Scerri.

     Paul Fenech married Rose B. Vella, daughter of Joseph Vella and Filomena Muscat.

     (?) Scerri married Marianna Muscat.
     (?) Scerri was had the following children: Luke, Charlie, Natalie, Joseph, Theresa, Andrew, Jim and Frank Scerri; all but Luke died before 2018.

     Natalie Scerri was born in 1918. She married (?) Schembri. Natalie Scerri died in 1998 at Australia.
     Her married name was Schembri.

     (?) Schembri married Natalie Scerri, daughter of (?) Scerri and Marianna Muscat.

     Anthony Scerri married Carmen Miriam (?) Anthony Scerri died before 2012 at Vacaville, CA, USA.
     He and Carmen Miriam (?) immigrated in 1952.

     Carmen Miriam (?) was born on 22 October 1926 in Malta. She married Anthony Scerri. Carmen Miriam (?) died on 6 January 2012 at Vacaville, CA, USA, at age 85.
     She and Anthony Scerri immigrated in 1952. As of circa 1962,her married name was Scerri.
Obituary: on 10 January 2012: Carmen Miriam Scerri Oct. 22, 1926 - Jan. 6, 2012 Carmen passed peacefully away after a short illness on January 6, 2012, she was 85. A native of Malta, Europe, she immigrated to America in 1952 with her husband, Tony, and her two young daughters. A resident of Sonoma for 25 years, she moved to Vacaville, to be near family, where she has resided for the past 15 years. Carmen loved life and was very involved with the Catholic Church. Her one passion was watching football every Sunday and Monday night. Carmen is preceded in death by her husband, of 50 years, Tony. She is survived by her two daughters: Joyce White (Rusty) and Rita Francis (Stephen). She is also survived by her grandsons Jason and Bryan Francis, and by many nieces and nephews. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and best friend. She will be dearly missed.

     Joyce Scerri was born. She married Rusty White.
     Her married name was White. Joyce Scerri was living in 2012.

     Rusty White married Joyce Scerri, daughter of Anthony Scerri and Carmen Miriam (?).

     Rita Scerri was born circa 1952. She married Stephen Francis on 2 March 1973 at San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Her married name was Francis. Rita Scerri was living in 2012.

     Stephen Francis married Rita Scerri, daughter of Anthony Scerri and Carmen Miriam (?), on 2 March 1973 at San Mateo Co., CA, USA.

     Frances Rita Sant was born on 14 June 1925 in San Francisco, CA, USA; age 4 in 1930 census; age 14 in 1940 census.^1,2 She married Frederick Cairns in 1945.¹ Frances Rita Sant married Francis Xavier Scicluna on 18 December 1971 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Frances Rita Sant and Francis Xavier Scicluna were divorced on 21 November 1980 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Frances Rita Sant died on 1 June 2021 at San Francisco, CA, USA, at age 95. She was buried on 4 June 2021 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, CA, USA.
     She was listed in the 1930 US Census of Joseph Francis Sant and Assunta Calleja in 1930 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA; age 35, wool pulling.³ Frances Rita Sant was listed in the 1940 US Census of Joseph Francis Sant and Assunta Calleja in 1940 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA; age 44, drayage teamster.² Frances Rita Sant was notable for being one of the first female Sheriff's in San Francisco; worked for 28 years. Her married name was Frances R. Cairns. As of 18 December 1971,her married name was Scicluna. She was a member of the Maltese American Social Club between 1995 and 2009 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Research: same address in 2018. She was living in 2020 in 1467 Silver Ave, San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.
Obituary: on 13 June 2021: Frances R. Cairns
June 14, 1925 - June 1, 2021
Frances passed away, surrounded by her loving family, two weeks short of her 96th birthday. Born in San Francisco to her late parents, Joseph F. and Assunta (née Calleja) Sant. She was also predeceased by her sister & brother-in-law, Grace (Samuel Fernandez), her sister, baby Frances, her brother & sister-in-law, John M. (Jenny) Sant; her nephew, Joseph A. Sant; and daughter-in-law, Anna Cairns.
Frances grew up in the Portola District and loved to reminisce with her family about "the old neighborhood." Whether it was going "down the road" to San Bruno Avenue, going to the Avenue Theater on Saturday morning to watch a double feature, playing in the park across the street from the family home on Hamilton Street, going with her sister Grace to "drag" their brother "Johnny" down the road to buy a single roll of toilet paper, going to E.R. Taylor Elementary School or attending catechism and the Sunday 9:30AM children's mass at St. Elizabeth church, where Fr. Clifford reminded the children every week to keep those buffalos (nickels) quiet when put into the collection basket. She graduated from Balboa High School and always reminded us, how the student body sat in the gym to listen to President Roosevelt declare war after the attack on Pearl Harbor. After graduation high school Frances became a pioneer in law enforcement, becoming one of the first female Sheriff's in San Francisco. She would proudly retire after 28 years of dedicated service.
After retirement, Frances dedicated herself to her family. She would "go to work" with her mother each morning which would include either shopping, lunch, going to church, or attending a funeral, but always being home in time for Assunta to prepare a multi course dinner. She also became a chauffer, driving kids to and from school & sports practices and making sure they were fed and well taken care of. She helped rear numerous members of the family, far beyond her children. She was a leader in our family and all are grateful for her love and support.
A woman of great conviction, it was joked that she was to be "loved, honored, and obeyed." The nucleus of the family, people would often call her for advice or visit her for her company and homemade custard or cake. Frances loved her family and being around them, "watching these kids grow and have their own kids."
Frances was a longtime, and proud, San Francisco Giants and Warriors fan. She even claimed that Klay Thompson was her boyfriend, but he came second to her first and favorite boyfriend, Engelbert Humperdinck.
Grace, Frances, John & Jenny enjoyed traveling to Europe, Alaska, Mexico, going on cruises and taking long California road trips.
Both of Fraces' parents were Maltese immigrants and she was very proud of her Maltese heritage. She shared her pride through various activities & foods and was very involved for many years at the Maltese American Social Club and the St. Elizabeth Maltese Society. Every year she and Grace sold raffle tickets at the St. Elizabeth's Annual St. Paul's Festa. She was also a longtime member of the St. Elizabeth Over 50 Club, Portola Seniors, and the San Francisco Horsemen's Association.
Of all her great pleasures and joys, nothing made Frances smile more than playing BINGO and going to the casino to play the slots. Whether it was a bus trip or with the family, she would head to the "Wheel of Fortune" machine. She and Grace would wave their hands over the slot wheels and any type of win, would make her happy.
Frances is survived by her loving sons Richard (Wendy) Cairns & Patrick Cairns; her beloved Grandchildren Jeffrey (Joan) Cairns & Shannon (Giacomo Parenti); her cherished Great-Grandsons, Drew & Colton Parenti; proud Aunt to Charles (Anne) Camilleri, Jeanette Santos, Julie Ann Abusharkh, and John L. Sant; adored Great-Aunt to Juan Carlos Santos, Khalil Abusharkh, Jacob (Grace) Abusharkh, Andrea Camilleri & Joshua (Jennifer) Camilleri, Rebecca (Gabriel) Lopez Rivera, and Jeannine Abusharkh; Great-Great-Aunt to Amaya, Gianna, & Amelia Camilleri and John & Luke Abusharkh.
Her death marks "the end of an era," for our family. The last of our family elders. She is reunited with her brother, John, and sister, Grace. All three lived into their nineties and all three passed within one year of each other. While our hearts are deeply sorrowful, we take great comfort that they are all reunited. They are popping champagne, or having a manhattan, laughing, gossiping and once again enjoying each other's company while eating scrumptious food. She will be missed but will be a treasure in our hearts forever.
Frances' favorite quote, which we should all aspire for, was, "I had a good life." Thank you for giving your family a great life.
Due to Covid, services have been held and Frances was laid to rest at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Colma. Donations may be made to Archbishop Riordan High School in her name, 175 Frida Kahlo Way, San Francisco, CA 94112.


Published in San Francisco Chronicle from Jun. 10 to Jun. 13, 2021. Research: Amanda Gormley
Steve Joyner
Joan Cairns
Jeffrey Cairns
Mary Cairns
Anna Cairns
Richard Cairns.

     Frank C. Agius was born on 18 May 1928. He married Mary Claire Borg on 3 January 1953 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Frank C. Agius died on 8 November 2004 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA, at age 76; FW 76.
     Research: Mary Agius
Marie Agius
Antonia Agius
Sam Agius.

     Mary Claire Borg was born circa 1933. She married Frank C. Agius on 3 January 1953 at San Francisco, CA, USA.
     Her married name was Agius. Research: age 79 in 2018.

     Pauline Gauci was born on 10 February 1926 in Birkirkara, Malta. She married John Henry Ryan in 1942. Pauline Gauci died on 20 March 2019 at Marymount Greenhills Retirement, CA, USA, at age 93.
     As of 1942,her married name was Pauline Ryan. She emigrated from Malta on 6 March 1953 to San Francisco, CA, USA. She was living in 2018 in 14 Cypress Court, Millbrae, CA, USA.
Obituary: on 31 March 2019: Pauline Angela Ryan February 10, 1926 - March 20, 2019 Resident of Millbrae
The matriarch of the Ryan family passed away peacefully on Wednesday March 20th, 2019. Pauline was the daughter of the late Josephine and Paul Gauci. Preceded in death by her husband John, son Joseph, brother Reno Gauci, sister Salvina Hili, son-in-law Bo Weldon and grandson Robert Weldon. She is survived by her devoted sister Mary Dahler (Harold). She was a loving mother to her children Carole Weldon, Joe Ryan (Amber) Carmen Staffaroni and John Ryan Jr. (Carol) Caring grandmother to Deanna, Robert, Steve, Jason, Sherrie, James, Justin, Shannon and Kayla as well as many great grandchildren. She will also be missed by her nieces and nephews.
Pauline was a native of Malta. She married the love of her life John H. Ryan Sr. in 1942. They immigrated to the USA with their two children, (Carole & Joe) and arrived in California on March 6, 1953. She then had two more children (Carmen & John Jr.) Pauline lived in San Francisco for 24 years and moved to Millbrae in 1977, where she lived the rest of her life. Besides being a homemaker, Pauline worked at Schlage Locks, Lenkurt Electronics and in real estate. Whatever she endeavored to do, she did it to the best of her ability and excelled at it. Pauline enjoyed volunteering at the Millbrae Senior Center as well as cruising, dancing and playing bingo. She loved cruising! She cruised to many destinations with her husband John. Pauline lived a full life and enjoyed the time she spent with family and friends. She was from a generation that knew the hardship of war and the joy of freedom. She will be missed by all and be in our hearts forever.

     Mario Gambucci was born in 1938 in Italy. He married Theresa Xuereb, daughter of Lawrence Xuereb and Salvina (?), on 20 July 1968 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Mario Gambucci died in 1999.
     He emigrated from Malta in 1968.

     Carmen D. (?) was born circa 1928. She married Tim Attard.
     Her married name was Attard. Carmen D. (?) and Tim Attard were living in 2018 in 1401 Felton, San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA; Maltese Elders.

     Tim Attard married Carmen D. (?)
     Tim Attard and Carmen D. (?) were living in 2018 in 1401 Felton, San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA; Maltese Elders.

     Georgina Debono was born on 12 April 1939 in Tarxien, Malta. She married Charlie Barbara, son of Saviour Barbara and Olympia Borg, on 4 April 1959 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Georgina Debono died on 13 January 2022 at San Jose, CA, USA, at age 82.
     She emigrated from Malta in 1958. Her married name was Barbara. She and Charlie Barbara were living in 2018 in 6123 Banner, San Jose, CA, USA; Maltese elders. Georgina Debono was living in 2020 in San Jose, CA, USA. Georgina Debono was also known as Gina. Obituary on 23 January 2022 at Mercury News: Giorgina (Gina) Barbara
April 12, 1939 - January 13, 2022
Resident of San Jose
Giorgina (Gina) Barbara passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on January 13, 2022. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Charlie and is survived by her children Nancy Barrick (Joe Ferretti), Joseph, Sam (Lori), Ray (Patti), and Katrina Seal (Todd). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Nicole Hessling, Thomas Kelley and Great Grandson William Hessling. Gina is survived by her brother, Francis Debono, Sister-in-Law Teresa Stellini, brothers-in-law, Joe Barbara (Grazyna), Manny Barbara (Mechelle), Alpio Barbara (Mary), Charlie Zammit as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents Joe and Annunziata Debono, parents-in-law Sam and Olympia Barbara, Sisters Mary Zammit, Jesse Zammit (Charlie) Rosaria Gross (Gene), brothers John Debono (Wanda), Carmenu Debono (Rini), Sister-in-law Mary Spiteri (Edgar), Dini Debono, Brothers-in-law Anthony Stellini, Joe Barbara and son-in-law Ken Barrick.
Gina was born in Tarxien, Malta and at the age of 19, immigrated to the United States to marry and start a new chapter of her life with Charlie. Together they raised five children in San Jose.
Gina was active in volunteering in the school and at Santa Teresa Church. She loved to knit, crochet, sew, and spend time with her grandchildren but will be fondly remembered most as the neighborhood baker.

     Josephine Calleja was born on 23 December 1934 in Mellieha, Malta.¹ She married Joseph Paul Stellini, son of Carmello Stellini and Antonia Zammit, on 1 August 1954 at Mellieha, Malta.¹ Josephine Calleja died on 29 July 2024 at Pleasanton, CA, USA, at age 89. She was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, CA, USA.
     As of 1 August 1954,her married name was Stellini. She emigrated from Malta on the S.S. Nea Hellas. on 8 December 1954. She was naturalized on 19 July 1966 at San Francisco, CA, USA. She was a member of the Maltese American Social Club and was Helped with remodel of new Maltese Club in 1991 at South San Francisco, San Mateo Co., CA, USA. She lived in 1997 at Pleasanton, CA, USA. As of July 2020, Josephine Calleja lived at an unknown place ; josephistel@sbcglobal.net. She was a correspondent with the author of the Maltese Immigration Project in July 2020. She and (?) Maltese Elders were living in 2022 in 2703 Huff Drive, Pleasanton, CA, USA.
Obituary: on 2 August 2024: Josephine was born in Mellieha, Malta on December 23, 1934. She was the eldest of eleven children born to Carmelo and Carmela Calleja. She spent countless hours with her paternal grandfather, James in her youth, and considered him her idol. Josephine met Joseph Paul Stellini (also from Mellieha) when she was 16 and he was 18. They fell in love and were married in August of 1954. Josephine emigrated to the U.S. to settle with Joe in San Francisco. They were together for almost 41 years until Joe’s passing in March,1995. Josephine moved to Pleasanton, CA in 1997 where she lived out her remaining years.

Josephine and Joe had four children, Carmen (Charlie), Annette (Charlie), Jimmy (Deborah), and Julie. Josephine was the adored grandmother of the late David Mifsud, Natalie, Andrew, Daniel V., Laura, Jessica, Daniel S., Samantha, and Paul. She was also the beloved great-grandmother of Carmela, Marie, Giuliana, Grace, Cameron, and Anthony.

Joe and Josephine were parishioners of St. Paul of the Shipwreck Church and dedicated members of the Maltese American Social Club. Guza was well known for her pastizzi making craft and supplying them to the Club each weekend for many years. She enjoyed traveling and made several trips to Mellieha, Malta, even as recently as last September to visit her family and friends. She also enjoyed traveling to Sydney, Australia to visit her daughter, Carmen and family as well as her friends in the Maltese community of Sydney.

Josephine enjoyed cooking traditional Maltese meals and always welcomed Joe’s friends for a meal after their Sunday morning gatherings at the Maltese Club. She also passed the time knitting caps and booties for newborns, donating them to local maternity wards and gifting them to family and friends.

Josephine passed away at her home in Pleasanton, CA on July 29th, 2024, at age 89. She will be remembered and deeply missed by all.

Following a private funeral service, Josephine will be laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma, CA. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St Jude’s Foundation at www.stjude.org. Josephine Calleja was also known as Guza Calleja.

     Frank Charles Agius was born on 30 September 1929 in Malta. He married Edeltraud (Terri) (?) Frank Charles Agius died on 30 April 2018 at 1201 Broadway, Apt 1305, Millbrae, CA, USA, at age 88; age 88.
     He emigrated with John Agius and Julia Borg on 7 August 1950 at New York, NY, USA; age 54; and entire family.
Obituary: in May 2018: Frank Agius - September 30, 1929 - April 30, 2018
Resident of Millbrae; On April 30, 2018 Frank Agius peacefully went to be with the Lord. He was 88. Frank leaves behind his wife Terry, grandson Christopher, brother Larry and Georgianna who gave him support and tender care especially in his final weeks, sisters Rose Bidkaram and her husband Sam and Carmelina Sanford as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his beloved daughter Margaret Glomb, brother Joe (Dawn) and sister Josephine Hendrix. Frank was born in Malta to John and Julietta where he enjoyed a very happy childhood. He and his family emigrated to the United States in 1950. They first lived in Redwood City for two years and then moved to San Francisco where he lived until his marriage to Terry. They had made Millbrae their home for the past 25 years. Frank worked for Bank of America as a Mechanical Equipment Specialist for many years, servicing and fixing all the machines at all the banks in the Bay area and where he met his future bride.

     Edeltraud (Terri) (?) married Frank Charles Agius, son of John Agius and Julia Borg.
     Her married name was Agius. Edeltraud (Terri) (?) was also known as Terri.

     John Agius was born on 19 May 1896 in Malta. He married Julia Borg, daughter of Francisco Borg and Carmen Farrugia. John Agius died on 30 April 1967 at St. Mary's Hospital, San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA, at age 70. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     He emigrated from Malta age 54; and entire family on 7 August 1950 to New York, NY, USA. He was a an electrician; electric heaters.
Obituary: on 2 May 1967: AGIUS, John — In this city, April 30, 1967, John Agius, beloved husband of Gulietta Agius, loving father of Frank, Larry and Joseph Agi us. Rose Bidkaram, Carmehna Sanford, and Josephine Agius. Also cherished by his grandchildren; a native of Malta.

     Julia Borg was born on 9 April 1900 in Malta. She married John Agius, son of Joseph Agius and Rosa Aquilina. Julia Borg died on 11 January 1975 at Daly City, CA, USA, at age 74. She was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Julia Borg was also known as Giulietta Borg. Her married name was Agius. Her married name was Agius. She emigrated from Malta age 54; and entire family on 7 August 1950 to New York, NY, USA.
Obituary: on 12 January 1975: AGIUS, Giulittta In Daly City. January 11. 1975. Giulietta Agius, dearly beloved wife of the late John Agius loving mother of Josephine Hendrix, Carmen Sanford, Rose Bidkaram, Frank, Larry and Joseph Agius; loving sister of Josephine Borg: dear aunt of Edward Borg; also survived by nine dear grandchildren: a native of Malta. Julia Borg was also known as Julieta Borg.

     Lawrence C. Agius was born in February 1933 in B'Kara, Malta. He married Florence Anne Allen. Lawrence C. Agius married Georgianna (?)
     Lawrence C. Agius emigrated with John Agius and Julia Borg on 7 August 1950 at New York, NY, USA; age 54; and entire family. Lawrence C. Agius was a member of the Maltese American Social Club in 2005. He lived at 31211 Kimberly CT, Union City, CA, USA. Research: Francis Agius
Edeltraud Agius. He was living in 2024 in Union City, CA, USA. Lawrence C. Agius was also known as Larry C. Agius.