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     Louise Ghiglieri died on 8 June 1929. She was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.

     Luigi G. Ghiglieri was born in 1907. He married Maria L. (?) Luigi G. Ghiglieri died on 2 April 1980. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
      Obituary: : GHIGLIERI. Luigi G. In this city March 29, 1900. Luigi G Ghiglieri; beloved husband of Mana Ghigiieri; dear father of Franca Marcnetti; father-in-law of Joe Marchettt; treasured grandfather of Bridget and Diana Marchetti; brother of Feoertco Ghigieri: brother-in-law of Nice H. Ghiglieri, Giovanni and Roma Rossi, Linda and Maio Giannone, Donato and Loneor Rossi, Frank and Kathy Rossi: uncle of Lou. Diane. David and Michael Ghiglieri, Yoianoa. Joe, Liza and Jonn Macht, Evelina, Savatore, Giutiana and Danny De FtMipts, John, Cinoi and Angela Rossi, Sergio and Cathy Rossi. Rooert Rossi. Lmana, Franco and Annamaria Licata, Gmo Giannone, Heidi, Marco and Tina Rosst, Christina, Frankie, Jennifer and Danielle Rossi ; also survived by other relatives in Italy and U S; a native of Comuneg (Varese Ligure), Italy; aged 72.

     Maria L. (?) married Luigi G. Ghiglieri. Maria L. (?) died on 7 May 2002. She was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Her married name was Ghiglieri.

     Theresa Ghiglieri was born on 1 February 1906 in CA, USA. He died on 15 March 2002 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA, at age 96. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.

     Anthony Grech died on 29 July 1985. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.

     Carmen Busuttil was born on 3 August 1920 in Paola, Malta. She married Lawrence Grech, son of Joseph Grech and Giovanna Formosa, on 9 October 1943 at Paola, Malta. Carmen Busuttil died on 9 August 2002 at Pacifica, CA, USA, at age 82. She was buried on 13 August 2002 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Carmen Busuttil was also known as Carmela Rita Vincenza Antonia Busuttil. Her married name was Grech. She emigrated from Malta on 2 February 1951 to Detroit, MI, USA.
Obituary: on 11 August 2002: GRECH. Carmen B, — At rest on August 9, 2002. Dearly beloved wife of the late Lawrence Grech: loving mother of Yvonne (the late Richard) Dollus. Mary (Joe) DIMare, Joseph (Maureen) Grech, Frances (Ed) Quartlni Carmen (Gerry) Huddleston, and Larry Grech: loving sister of Frances DeBono, adored by 15 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. A native of Paola, Malta. Age 82 years. A gentle loving person who will be missed by all who knew her.      Research: Joseph is uncle to her children.

     Lawrence Grech was born on 5 December 1920 in Kospikua, Malta. He married Carmen Busuttil, daughter of Carmel Busuttil and Carmela B. (?), on 9 October 1943 at Paola, Malta. Lawrence Grech died on 30 April 1998 at San Francisco, CA, USA, at age 77. He was buried on 5 May 1998 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     He emigrated from Malta on 2 February 1951 to Detroit, MI, USA. He was a member of the Maltese American Social Club in 1996.
Obituary: on 3 May 1998: GRECH. Lawrence (Larry) At rest April 30. 1998. Dearly beloved husband of Carmen Grech; loving father of Yvonne (Richard) Dollus, Mary (Joe) DiMare. Joseph (Maureen) Grech. Frances (Ed) Quartini. Carmen (Gerry) Huddleston and Larry Grech; beloved brother-in-law of Frances DeBono; adored by 15 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren; two brothers in Malta: and a host of other relatives here and in Malta. A member of the Maltese-American Social Club. A Master Ships Chandler for over 50 years, involved with the historic preservation of the ships of the Calif. Maritime Museum of S F. A native of Cospicua. Malta. Aged 77 years.

     Charles Grech died on 16 May 1958. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.

     Mary Theresa Monnelly was born in 1934. She married Charles Joseph Grech, son of Angelo J. Grech and Speranza Fenech, on 15 November 1956 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Mary Theresa Monnelly died on 29 January 1998 at South San Francisco, CA, USA. She was buried on 2 February 1998 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Her married name was Grech.
Obituary: on 30 January 1998: GRECH. Mary Teresa of SSF, Jan 29. 1998. Beloved wife of Charles J. Grech: devoted mother of Donna AnrJrighetto and Michael Grech; dear sister of Peggy Prudek. Pat Steele, and the late Thomas Monnelly; loving grandmother of Danny. Sean, Michelle. Vincent, Mario. Anthony and Dante; also survived by many relatives and friends. Aged 64 years.

     Edith A. Burroughs was born circa 1898. She married Salvatore Grech, son of Elia Grech and Carmena Fenech, on 19 December 1954 at San Mateo Co., CA, USA. Edith A. Burroughs died on 12 July 1990. She was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Edith A. Burroughs was also known as Edith A. Bierman. As of 19 December 1954,her married name was Grech.

     Pacik Grech was born on 12 December 1925 in Mosta, Malta. He married Theresa (?) circa 1944. Pacik Grech died on 7 December 2020 at Lincoln, CA, USA, at age 94.
     Pacik Grech was also known as Pacifico Grech. He was a member of the Maltese American Social Club in 1950. Pacik Grech was also known as Percy Grech.

     Rita Grech was born on 17 December 1927 in Mosta, Malta. She married Carmelo M. Mallia, son of (?) Mallia, on 24 September 1950 at Mosta, Malta. Rita Grech died on 27 May 2020 at Roseville, CA, USA, at age 92.
     Her married name was Mallia. She lived at Roseville, CA, USA.

     Frances Grech was born in Mosta, Malta. She married (?) Pardi.
     Her married name was Pardi. Frances Grech was living in 1981.

     (?) Pardi married Frances Grech, daughter of Emmanuel Grech and Rosa Agius.

     Josephine Mary Grech was born on 7 June 1931 in Mosta, Malta. She married Richard J Corso on 7 February 1959 at San Francisco, CA, USA.
     Her married name was Corso. Josephine Mary Grech emigrated from Malta on 6 March 1953. She was living in 1981. Josephine Mary Grech was also known as Josie Grech.

     Richard J Corso was born circa 1933. He married Josephine Mary Grech, daughter of Emmanuel Grech and Rosa Agius, on 7 February 1959 at San Francisco, CA, USA.

     Benjamin Grech was born on 18 January 1935 in Mosta, Malta. He married Elsie Ivancich on 15 June 1957 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Benjamin Grech died on 30 June 2024 at San Bruno, CA, USA, at age 89. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, CA, USA.
     He emigrated from Malta fter stops in Australia and Detroit, Michigan. in 1953 to San Francisco, CA, USA. He was a career as a longshoreman for the ILWU, first on the docks of San Francisco and then Oakland, spanned some 40 years. He was naturalized on 15 July 1958 at San Francisco, CA, USA. He and Elsie Ivancich were living between 1964 and 2024 in San Bruno, CA, USA; 2420 Crestmoor Dr, San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 589-6720
egrech422@aol.com. Benjamin Grech and (?) Maltese Elders were living in 2024 in 2420 Crestmoor Dr, San Bruno, CA, USA.
Obituary: on 4 July 2024: Ben Grech
01/18/1935 - 06/30/2024
Benjamin Savier "Benny" Grech, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on June 30, 2024. Born in Mosta, Malta on January 18, 1935 to Emmanuel and Rose Grech, Ben immigrated to the United States in 1953, settling in San Francisco after stops in Australia and Detroit, Michigan.
Ben's career as a longshoreman for the ILWU, first on the docks of San Francisco and then Oakland, spanned some 40 years. He worked hard to support his family and was a mentor to many who worked with him.
An avid outdoorsman, Ben was drawn to wildlife. He had a passion for fishing and could identify any bird you pointed to. When his chronic back pain ended his fishing career, he enjoyed growing lemons, tomatoes, and canning olives. He was a generous man who would insist that you leave his home with something he caught, grew, or made.
Ben's sisters introduced him to Elsie Ivancich, who would become his wife of 67 years. They married in 1957 and in 1964 moved to San Bruno, where they raised their family. He is survived by wife Elsie, children David Grech, Susan Hanshaw (Dean Guadagni), Steven Grech, grandchildren Nina Siglin and Christina Gibson, and siblings Theresa Muscat and Reno Grech.
A public vigil service is scheduled for July 10th at the Chapel of the Highlands in Millbrae at 7:00 PM. Funeral mass will be held on July 11th at 10:30 AM at St. Robert's Church in San Bruno prior to the burial at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Dementia Society.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Jul. 4, 2024.

     Joseph C. Grech was born on 16 November 1938 in Mosta, Malta. He married Sylvia Annette Grech, daughter of Anthony Grech and Rose Dimech, on 9 September 1961 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Joseph C. Grech and Sylvia Annette Grech were divorced. Joseph C. Grech married Charlotte Dagnino. Joseph C. Grech died on 29 July 2010 at Santa Rosa, CA, USA, at age 71.
     Joseph C. Grech was also known as Giuseppi Grech. He emigrated from Malta on 17 October 1958 to New York, NY, USA.

Joseph C. Grech was a member of the Maltese American Social Club and was President of Maltese American Social Club for 8 terms; 1964, 1965, 1981, 1982, 1993, 1997-1999; Treasurer 59; Secretary 61-62; Lead the remodel of Oakdale facility in 1964 and helped in the move to SSF; he was made an Honorary Preseident of the Club in 1959.
He was a member of the Maltese American Social Club between 1964 and 2009 at San Francisco, CA, USA. He was naturalized at San Francisco, CA, USA; a self employed meat jobber.
Joseph C. Grech He moved to in 2002 at Santa Rosa, CA, USA. He lived in 2009 at 299 Middle Rincon Rd, Santa Rosa, CA, USA.
Obituary: on 7 August 2010: Died in Santa Rosa, Ca July 29, 2010. Loving husband of Charlotte Grech, loving father of Rosalie McDonouch and her husband Bill, Angela Grech and step-father of Chad Erickson and his wife Kim. Also survived by three grandsons, four sisters, five brothers and their spouses and numerous nieces and nephews. A native of Malta, age 71 years. He immigrated to Australia and then to the United States in 1958. He lived in the Bay Area for many years and moved to Santa Rosa in 2002. Joe was a contractor-carpenter for many years and worked for the city of San Francisco for 10 years. He enjoyed his mini orchard and garden.
Joseph C. Grech Funeral memorial: In Loving Memory - Joseph Grech
November 16, 1938- July 29. 2010
Joe was born in the village of Mosta, on the Island of Malta, to Rosa Agius and Emmanuel Grechl Grech on November 16 1938, just before WWII started. He was number 9 of 16 children, of whom 3 died in infancy and one died in her third year. Joe was very active throughout hiis life and he knew a lot of people, mostly Maltese He immigrated to Australia in 1954 when he was 16 years old and lived with family members so he could work in the mines and sugar cane fields, all the while making many lifelong friends. In 1958. his father called him home to Malta as they were moving to America via a long voyage by ship, and through Ellis Island to join the rest of the
family who were already here. They made their first home in Detroit, then later came to the Bay Area in California. He married Sylvia and they had a daughter, Rosalie. Joseph was gifted in many trades. He had his own butcher & meat business. He was a waterfront longshoreman, and a foreman for a building company until he decided to get his contractor license and go into
business for himself. He finished out his working years as a carpenter with the City and County of San Francisco. He married Charlotte and they were blessed with a daughter, Angela. After
retirement Joe, Charlotte, and Angela moved to Santa Rosa where he lived out the rest of his days. He enjoyed growing fruit trees, grapes, and gardening.
Joe was President of the Maltese American Social Club, where he was the youngest president to serve, and served for many years. He was made Honorary President upon his retirement. He loved the club and his Maltese heritage. If you wanted to know about somebody, he was the one to ask, for he had a great memory. He was the glue in the Grech family and always kept them close. He was Uncle Joe to his nieces and nephews and Nannu Joe to his grandkids. He had a heart of gold and he would help anyone who was in need.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents Rosa (1948) and Emmanuel (1983), and his brother Carmel. He leaves behind his wife Charlotte and his two daughters, Angela Grech, and Rosalie McDonough & her husband Bill, of Calistoga, and his stepson, Chad Erickson & his wife, Kim of Nebraska and 3 grandsons, Zackary McDonough, Jacob Erickson and Matthew Erickson. He also leaves behind 5 sisters (Maria Checuti, Rita Mallia, Francis Pardi, Josephine Corso and Teresa Muscat) and four brothers (Percy. Ben, Victor and Reno) and a sister in law, Victoria Grech.
Charlotte s 3 brothers and 2 sisters & their families who all live out of state, also survive him as well as many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. He will be missed by friends and family around the world who knew and loved him He was a great family man. His love for his birthplace. Malta, and the Maltese people lay his heart You are gone from our sight, Joe, but will live on in our hearts forever. Love you Peppi (Joe). Sahha, until we meet again. Joseph C. Grech was also known as Pepe. Joseph C. Grech also went by the name of Ganguwa or Gunjewwa (rip.)

     Theresa Victoria Grech was born on 8 July 1937 in Mosta, Malta. She married John Muscat on 2 July 1960 at San Francisco, CA, USA.
     As of 2 July 1960,her married name was Muscat. Theresa Victoria Grech was naturalized on 4 February 1980 at San Bruno, CA, USA. She was living in 2024 in San Bruno, CA, USA; 1480 Claremont Dr
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 588-0494
muscatjim39@gmail.com.
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     John Muscat was born on 2 January 1934 in Malta. He married Theresa Victoria Grech, daughter of Emmanuel Grech and Rosa Agius, on 2 July 1960 at San Francisco, CA, USA. John Muscat died in 2019.
     John Muscat was also known as James T. Muscat.

     Josephine Borg was born on 19 February 1899 in Birkirbara, Malta. She married Charles Grech on 4 January 1930 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Josephine Borg died on 29 April 1960 at San Francisco, CA, USA, at age 61. She was buried on 2 May 1960 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Josephine Borg was also known as Josephine Grech. She emigrated from Malta on 13 June 1921 to New York, NY, USA. Her married name was Grech. She was naturalized on 2 December 1942 at San Francisco, CA, USA; a factory worker. She was a can factory machine operator in 1950. She and Charles Grech were listed in the 1950 US Census age 52, limb factory, artificial limb maker in San Francisco, CA, USA.
Obituary: on 30 April 1960: GRECH In this city, April 29, 1960, Josephine, beloved wife of the late Charles Grech, endeared sister of Anthony. Rocco, Emanuel and Frank Borg and Mrs. Carmela Frendo; a native of Malta; aged 61 years. A member of St. Paul of Shipwreck Third Order of St. Francis.

     Pacific Grech died on 6 February 1947. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.

     Phillipa Mallia was born on 25 August 1903 in Vittoriosa, Malta. She married Carmelo Grech on 19 August 1924 at Marseille (Marseille-en-Beauvaisis), France. Phillipa Mallia died on 8 July 1980 at San Francisco, CA, USA, at age 76. She was buried on 10 July 1980 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Her married name was Grech. She was naturalized on 11 April 1961 at San Francisco, CA, USA.
Obituary: on 9 July 1980: GRECH, Phllippa July 8. 1980: beloved wife of the late Carmelo Grech; devoted mother of Yvonne Abeia, Evelyn Scerri and Gilberte Grech; loving grandmother of 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, loving mother-in-law of John Abela and Mike Scerri; a native of Malta.

     Angela Grima died on 19 September 1927. She was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.

     Anthony Grima was born on 11 April 1896 in Mosta, Malta. He married Esperanza J. Zammit, daughter of (?) Zammit, on 22 October 1922 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Anthony Grima died on 18 April 1961 at San Francisco, CA, USA, at age 65. He was buried on 21 April 1961 at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     He emigrated from Malta on 13 September 1920 to New York, NY, USA. He was listed on a passenger list at Ellis Island, NY on 13 September 1920 going to New York, NY, USA; age 24. As of 1950, Anthony Grima was also known as Tony Grima. He and Esperanza J. Zammit were listed in the 1950 US Census age 51, no occupation in San Francisco, CA, USA.
Obituary: on 20 April 1961: GRIMA In this city. April 18. 1961 Tony, beloved husband of the late Esperanza Grima; devoted father of Carmen Grima; endeared uncle of Tony Muscat. Mrs. Mary Camil leri and Mrs. Eva Micelle); a native of Malta, aned 65 vears. Anthony Grima was also known as Tony Grima.

     Thomas Patrick Pierce was born on 29 December 1925 in San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA. He married Mary Ann Grace Grima, daughter of Charles Grima and Carmela Xuereb, on 15 June 1963 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Thomas Patrick Pierce died on 4 March 2018 at age 92. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.
     Thomas Patrick Pierce: a Franciscan seminarian at St. Anthony's. He was educated at St. Anthony's Seminary, Santa Barbara, CA, USA, A classmate of Fred Aquilina.
Obituary: : Resided in Daly City, CA -- Thomas Patrick Pierce passed away peacefully on March 4, 2018 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Mary Pierce; loving father of Patrick, Christina (Dean), Cynthia (Percy), Julia (Robert); caring grandfather of eight grandchildren: Kevin (Carolina), Nathan (Sarah), Rebecca, Christopher, Joshua, Sean, Jessica, and Nicholas; and one great-grandchild, Anabelle. Thomas attended St. John’s Grammar School and Mission Santa Barbara Franciscan Seminary. He joined the Navy at the age of 16, serving aboard the U.S.S. Essex during the Korean War. He worked for Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma for 34 years as a counselor. He had a life-long dedication to fitness and was an avid runner, and enjoyed riding his bike, playing tennis and bowling. He was a past member of the Italian Catholic Federation, Branch 19 at Holy Angels Church as well as a sacristan there. His greatest joys in life were traveling with his wife and spending time with his family.

     Dr. Frank Charles Grima PhD was born on 26 February 1945 in San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹ He married Kathleen P. (?) Dr. Frank Charles Grima PhD died in February 2010 at Wichita Falls, TX, USA.
     He was listed in the 1940 US Census of Charles Grima and Carmela Xuereb in 1950 at San Francisco, CA, USA; age 48, wool co. wool puller. Dr. Frank Charles Grima PhD was living in 1986 in Vernon, TX, USA. Dr. Frank Charles Grima PhD was also known as Francis Gerard Grima.
Dr. Frank Charles Grima PhD.

     Sylvia Pauline Grima was born on 5 February 1943 in San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹ She married William J. Codori on 10 July 1965 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.
     Sylvia Pauline Grima was listed in the 1940 US Census of Charles Grima and Carmela Xuereb in 1950 at San Francisco, CA, USA; age 48, wool co. wool puller. Her married name was Codori. Sylvia Pauline Grima was living in 1986 in San Mateo, CA, USA.

     William J. Codori was born circa 1943. He married Sylvia Pauline Grima, daughter of Charles Grima and Carmela Xuereb, on 10 July 1965 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.

     Brother Joseph Salvatore Grima SM was born on 4 February 1941 in San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹
     He was listed in the 1940 US Census of Charles Grima and Carmela Xuereb in 1950 at San Francisco, CA, USA; age 48, wool co. wool puller. Brother Joseph Salvatore Grima SM was educated at St. Anthony's Seminary, Santa Barbara, CA, USA: Second Franciscan seminarian from St. Paul of the Shipwreck Church. He was a The Society of Mary, a Roman Catholic Marian Society. He was living in 1984 in Berkeley, CA, USA.
Brother Joseph Salvatore Grima SM Marionist brother.