Obituary 2021
Obituary Section
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Angelina Manuel Estepa, 72, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on November 15, 2018.
Left to cherish her memory: her husband of 46 years, Leon C. Estepa; four sons, Noel M. Estepa (Janice), Alfred M. Estepa (Michelle), Gilbert M. Estepa (Kristina), and Eugene M. Estepa (Nancy); grandchildren, Alana, Bing-Bing, Marisa, Ayla, Tiago, Nina, Makayla, Alyssa, Kai, and baby Estepa; and a brother, Tony Manuel; along with extended family members and friends.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel on Monday, Nov. 19, 2018, from 6 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, from 6 to 9 p.m. with a Wake service at 7 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 26, 2018, at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com
Basilio C. Cachaper, Jr., 77, of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away July 19, 2021.
He is survived by his wife, Veneracion, and two sons, Bernie Cachaper and wife, Girlyn, Joseph Cachaper and wife Kathy, grandchildren, Karis and Grace Cachaper, siblings, Nena Gonzales, Rosario Feria, Rufino Cachaper and his wife, Edith, Pedro Cachaper and his wife, Frelynda, Lourdes Galliguez, along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Roque Cachaper, and sister Aniceta Mangosing.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel on Monday, July 26, and Tuesday, July 27, from 5 to 8 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated at the Catholic Church of Saint Mark on Wednesday, July 28, at 10 a.m. Internment will follow at the Albert G. Horton, Jr., Memorial Veterans Cemetery at 1 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Andres Aguilar Jusayan,78 Born November 10, 1942 - June 21, 2021
Andy married his high school sweetheart, Luz Jusayan. They celebrated 53 years of marriage on June 1st. He was a longtime member of the Bataan Association of Virginia and St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church in Virginia Beach.
Left to cherish his memory: his beloved wife of 53 years, Luz Jusayan; sons, Joel and Ronald; grandchild, Alexis Higgins-Jessup; and his pet, Harley. He is also survived by many relatives from Virginia, the Philippines, California, Australia, Canada, Newport News, Florida, and Chicago.
The family will greet friends from 6 to 8PM on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Princess Anne Chapel. A prayer service will be held during the visitation, beginning at 7PM. The funeral mass for Andres will be held at 12PM on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church. The burial will follow in Colonial Grove Memorial Park, with military honors provided by the US Navy. Condolences may be offered to the family at: www.hollomon-brown.com
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Armando P. Placides, 85 Born January 27, 1936 - June 19, 2021
Armando was born in Bato, Camarines Sur, Philippines on January 27, 1936, the oldest of 14 children. He enlisted in the US Navy in 1963 and enjoyed his travels around the globe. His early assignment was to Boston, MA, where he met and later married his wife of 54 years, Lita Epi. His tours of duty brought him to Rhode Island, California, then Virginia where he and his family eventually retired. He served 23 years in the US Navy and 11 years in Civil Service as a Computer specialist. He later became part owner of ROE& Associates, LLC, a healthcare staffing agency and recruiter of nurses from the Philippines.
Armando was passionate about his Filipino heritage and his community and dedicated his life to community service and humanitarian efforts. He was involved in many socio-civic, religious, and charitable organizations on a local and national level. He was a recipient of numerous awards, most notably one of the 20 Outstanding Filipino Americans in the US and Canada, by Image Magazine in Washington D.C. in 1998. He also received the Lifetime Volunteer Achievement Award from Operation Smile in 2002. Armando is remembered for his compassion, energy, diplomatic nature, and ever-winning smile. He was also an avid gardener, loved to go fishing, and was a member of the Knights of Columbus member - San Lorenzo Council 12378.
He will be sorely missed by his grandsons, Tim and Daniel Rockey, and by the family who loved him without end; his wife Lita, daughters Lisa Clark and spouse Sean, Roberta Rockey and spouse, Garrett, and Armando's devoted son, Gregory. He is also survived by numerous siblings, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A Wake/ Viewing will be held at Smith & Williams Funeral Home in Virginia Beach on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, from 5 - 8 p.m. The Mass of the Resurrection will be at Ascension Catholic Church, Virginia Beach on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at 12:30 p.m. (seating limited to 200 persons) There will be a Military Burial Service at Albert G. Horton Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk, VA, scheduled for 3 P.M. following the Mass service. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com.
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Eduardo Gundayao Agbuya, 84, of Virginia Beach, VA, went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 31, 2021.
Alfredo Honrada, 79, passed away Friday, May 28, 2021, in Norfolk, Virginia. Fred was born on December 2, 1942, to Felipe Sr. and Matea Calalang in Manila, Philippines. He graduated from Arellano University. Fred & Gloria have been married for 54 years.
Rogelio Ofiana Asperin, 79, was called to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 27, 2021. His life was filled with an abundance of love, family, and friends.
Ben G. Villanueva, USN, Ret. died on May 23, 2021. Fate allowed him to follow his wife of 65 years, Lydia A. Villanueva, who died just six days earlier on May 17, 2021.
Lydia Villanueva, 94, passed away on May 17, 2021. With the blessing of Fate, she was reunited with her husband of 65 years, Ben G. Villanueva, who followed her on May 23, 2021.
Susana Mangulabnan Galang, a beloved and admired matriarch passed peacefully on Sunday, May 16, 2021, at age 84 in Va Beach, VA. Was born on March 6, 1937, in Magalang, Philippines, to Rosalina Maliwat & Pablo Mangulabnan. She's the 2nd to the oldest of 3 brothers & 5 sisters.
Gilbert Carreras, 82, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021, in Virginia Beach, VA, surrounded by his family. Bert was born on August 11, 1938, in the Philippines to Sebastian and Diosdada Carreras. He served in the United States Navy for over 20 years. Bert met the love of his life, Elsie, in Charlottesville, VA. They were planning to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this July.
Alfonso T. Martinez, 87, passed away on April 27, 2021, doing what he enjoyed most, traveling. He was a loving widower to Felicidad Martinez. They shared 46 years of marriage. Born in the Philippines, he was the son of Francisco Martinez and Felicidad Tiangson Martinez. Al proudly worked for Metro Machine as a Machinist for over thirty years.
Nicolas Rafols Palanca, USN Ret., 87, passed away on April 25, 2021. On September 10, 1933, he was born in Bintuan, Coron Palawan, Philippines, to the late Pedro S. and Soterranea R. Palanca. Unfortunately, his son, Gilbert, also predeceases him.
Nick proudly served and retired as a Master Chief Petty Officer from the US Navy after 30 years of service. Nick enjoyed fishing, traveling, cooking, and always made everyone happy. He especially loved preparing unique dishes for family and friends to enjoy.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 60 years, Concesa V. Palanca; his children Patrick and his wife Marites and Michael and his wife Yoshimi; grandchildren, Paolo, Nico, Diego, Shusuke, and Nathan; along with extended relatives and friends.
Our sincere thanks to the medical team and staff of Beechwood and Azalea at Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital and Sentara Leigh Hospital. Their care and compassion for Nick in his final days are heartfelt.
God Speed Master Chief, your next deployment is underway. We salute you.
A visitation will be held from 5-6:00 p.m. on Monday, May 3, 2021, at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel. The funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church. His burial will be at a later date in his hometown, Bintuan, Coron Palawan, Philippines. Condolences may be expressed to the family at: www.hollomon-brown.com.
Rosario De Jesus Mangosing, 85, was born on June 04, 1936, and passed away on June 08, 2021. Rosario was preceded in death by her parents, Fortunato and Julia de Jesus.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Juan Garcia Mangosing; son, Jack; his wife Debbie; children Danielle and Tara; daughter, Helen; her husband Bill; children Eryn and Wil; daughter Nancy; and her husband Joe; and children Courtney and Stephanie. She is also survived by her many great-grandchildren, Isabel, Gabriela, Ricky, Juliana, Sebastian, Sophia, Emmie, Arial, and Tyson, all of whom she loved dearly.
On May 24th, 1952, Rosario married Juan in Castillejos Zambales, Philippines. She was a dedicated Navy wife. They were happily married for 68 loving, wonderful years. Rosario was a faithful member of St. Gregory Church and was very involved in the Zambales Association, and was a life member of the Auxiliary of VFW Post 4809. She enjoyed dancing, shopping, gardening, playing bingo, and taking weekend casino trips with her friends and romantic cruises with her husband.
Rosario was also a very competitive athlete. She played softball in high school. She taught her son Jack how to throw a ball. She was a dedicated and accomplished bowler. Even at the age of 84, she was averaging a game score of over 155.
There will be a visitation on 6-14-21 from 5 – 7 PM. A funeral service will be held on 6-15-21 at 11 AM, with the burial following. All services will be at Woodlawn Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens at 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23502. Please visit www.WoodlawnNorfolk.com to leave a message of condolence for the family. Rosario Mangosing Obituary - Norfolk, VA (dignitymemorial.com)
Editor's Note: On behalf of the Zambales Association Inc., we would like to offer our heartfelt condolences to the Mangosing family. Thank you for making ZAI a part of your life. We will miss your company and friendship dearly.
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Eduardo is predeceased by his parents, the late Macario and Anastacia Agbuya, and two sons, Enders and Patrick. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Purita; daughters, Pamela Gonzales (Ranchie) and Pinky McCoy (Joseph); sister, Rita Agbuya; five grandchildren, Jordan, Paran, Trey, Piper, and Patrick, along with several nieces and nephews.
Ed was born in San Carlos City, Pangasinan, Philippines, on April 29, 1937, where he attended Rural High School. He continued his studies in civil engineering at FIATI University in Manila, Philippines. He was later honored to serve his country in the U.S. Navy for 22 years, becoming a Vietnam War veteran. In addition, he was a civil service employee for 15 Years at Naval Station Norfolk.
As a faithful member of the Ascension, Pangasinan Association of Virginia, Fil-Am Bayanihan, and the Fil-Am Veterans, he enjoyed gardening, cooking, dancing, traveling with family, and treasured spending time with his grandchildren. Eduardo was a selfless and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He will be missed by all who knew him.
There will be a visitation on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, from 4-8 pm at Smith and Williams Funeral Home at 4889 Princess Anne Rd. in VA Beach. A Funeral Mass will be held at the Church of the Ascension on Thursday, June 10, 2021, at 1:00 pm, with burial following at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Please visit www.SmithandWilliamsKempsville.com to leave a message of condolence for the family.
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Fred joined the U.S. Navy while still in the Philippines. He brought his family over to the U.S. to start a new beginning. He realized the American dream by instilling in his four daughters education and hard work. He often said that his goals were met when all of his daughters graduated from college.
The majority of his 26 years serving in the Navy were on submarines, protecting our country. Fred was a superb cook in the Navy and was even requested by an Admiral to make his famous "Admiral pancakes." After retiring from the U.S. Navy, he joined the U.S. Postal Service, where he worked until his death.
Fred loved bowling and participated in bowling leagues, often winning trophies for his efforts. He also loved to play tennis, Mahjong with friends and especially loved to play Bingo with Gloria. In addition, Fred was an avid crabber and fisherman.
In addition to his parents, Fred is predeceased by his siblings: Crescencia, Gil, Aida, Isidro, Nestor, and Josephine.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Gloria; his four daughters; daughter: Connie; husband: Ed; daughter: Maria; fiancee: Ken; daughter: Leslie; husband: Mark & daughter: JoAnne; husband: Don.
Also left to cherish his memory are his grandchildren, Nick, Sam, Matt & Noah. His memory is cherished through his siblings: Carmelita, Andres, Macaria, Joseline, Leonardo, and a host of in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and loving friends.
A visitation will be held from 4 PM to 8 PM on Thursday, June 10, 2021, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5033 Rouse Drive, VA Beach. A mass and funeral will be held Friday, June 11, 2021, at 11 AM at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 5345 Virginia Beach Blvd, VA Beach.
The burial will be held on Friday, June 11, 2021, at 3 PM at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milners Road, Suffolk. To leave your condolences, please visit www.altmeyerfh.com.
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Rogelio was born November 7, 1942, in Agoo, La Union, Philippines. Rogelio honorably served as a seaman in the U.S. Navy on the USS Springfield. He was a Computer Operations Supervisor for First American Bank and warmed the hearts of his patients as a phlebotomist at Chesapeake General Hospital.
This year he celebrated 53 years of marriage with his sweetheart Remedios. He was predeceased by his parents, Laureano and Maria Asperin, and his daughter-in-law, Lorena Abad Asperin. Surviving in addition to his wife is his oldest daughter, RoseMae Lowry, and her husband, former Corporal Ken Lowry, of Chesapeake; son, Randolf Asperin of Virginia Beach; and youngest daughter, Dr. Rizalyn Delgado, and her husband Lieutenant Colonel (Dr.) Allan Delgado of Las Vegas; eleven grandchildren, Sergeant Niko Lowry, Petty Officer Third Class Christian Lowry, Andrew Lowry, Sydney Lowry, Noelle Lowry, Ryan Asperin, Lauren Asperin, Connor Asperin, Riley Delgado, Alayna Delgado, and Ryder Delgado; four great-grandchildren, Raiden and Kyra Lowry, Leo and Layla Lowry; and many nieces and nephews.
A viewing service will be held at 5-8 p.m. on Monday, May 31, 2021, followed by a funeral service on Tuesday, June 1 at 6 p.m. Both services will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home Kempsville Chapel, 1485 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach. Those who would like to send service flowers may send them to Hollomon-Brown.
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Ben was born on November 3, 1928 to the late Arsenio Villanueva and the late Sylvestra Guzman Villanueva in Abra, Ilocus Sur, Philippines.
During World War II, as a teenager, he was a member of the guerilla movement as a runner carrying messages between units fighting the Japanese.
After the war, Ben attended Far Eastern University with the hope of one day becoming a lawyer. He often talked about his love for argumentation and debate. But his plans were changed when the opportunity to come to the United States presented itself with a call for Filipino nationals to enlist and serve in the United States Navy. And so began the career he truly loved. He began his service in 1953 and proudly served until 1973, attaining the rank of E7. Duties for Filipinos were limited. However, Ben excelled in mess and mess management, often winning commendations for his efficiency and work attitude. During this time, he met and married his wife Lydia and began their 65-year union, which produced two children, Roy and Luz. His last ship was the aircraft carrier USS Independence.
After retirement, Ben began working for the Franklin Life Insurance company, winning many million-dollar sales awards.
Ben will be remembered as a spontaneous person who would often break out into song at any time: at doctor's clinics, banks, the dentist's office, and even in the emergency room after injuring his shoulder! He also enjoyed writing songs as well as poetry.
Ben and his wife Lydia were pioneers in the Filipino community. They were pioneer members of the United Ilocano Association of Tidewater (UIAT), of which Ben served as one of its Presidents, and the Council of United Filipino Organizations of Tidewater. Additionally, he was a proud member of the Fil-Am Vets of Hampton Roads.
Ben was a member of a different church the family belonged to for over 54 years in Hampton Roads. These include Holy Trinity and St. Pius X in Norfolk and, most recently, the Prince of Peace in Chesapeake, Va.
Ben is survived by daughter Luz Beddoes (Mark) and their children Alison, Joseph, and Ava; and son, Roy Villanueva (Susan), and many cousins, nephews, and nieces.
The Villanueva family would like to thank the staff of Capital Caring Hospice and Options for Senior America (Home Health Agency) for their care and dedication.
Instead of flowers, please give them to a charity of your choice.
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Lydia was born on May 9, 1927, to the late Marcelo Amores and the late Lucila Castaneda Amores in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. She was the fourth of ten children. After high school, Lydia completed her nursing education at the University of the Philippines. In 1952, because of a shortage of nurses, she came to the United States and began working in hospitals and continuing her education. Then completed a degree in nursing from DePaul University in Chicago. In 1955 she married Ben Villanueva, then a young navy man. In 1966, after having lived in several locations as a military family, Ben and Lydia settled in Norfolk, Virginia, with their two young children, Roy and Luz.
Lydia's whole career was spent in nursing and nursing education. She worked in several hospitals, including Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, New York, and Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. She finished her career teaching nursing at the Norfolk Technical Vocational Center in 1992. Among her many accomplishments, she was a contributing author to a nursing textbook Basic Medical-Surgical Nursing.
Lydia was a very active and dedicated member of the Filipino-American community going back to the 1970s. She and her husband Ben were among the first members of the United Ilocano Association of Tidewater (UIAT), founded in 1975. Have served as the longest-serving Recording Secretary of the UIAT and was its historian. She was an active member of CUFOT (Council of United Filipino Organizations) and was the reporter, editor, typist, and distributor of the publication The Banner and served as an editor of the Ilocandia News. Lydia is a big supporter of youth activities ensuring Easter Egg hunts and visits from Santa during Christmas. She was also involved in supporting the educational advancement of the youth through her involvement in the Scholarship committee.
Lydia was active in the different churches the family belonged to for over 54 years in Hampton Roads. These include Holy Trinity and St. Pius X in Norfolk and, most recently, the Prince of Peace in Chesapeake, Va.
Lydia is survived by daughter Luz Beddoes (Mark) and their children Alison, Joseph, and Ava; and son, Roy Villanueva (Susan). She is also survived by a sister, Mirope Sumabat, of Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines, and many cousins, nephews, and nieces.
The Villanueva family would like to thank the staff of Capital Caring Hospice and Options for Senior America (Home Health Agency) for their care and dedication.
Instead of flowers, please give them to a charity of your choice.
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After World War II, she became a family provider, cooking & selling desserts in the streets of Angeles City. There, she met Armando Galang & they married on March 23, 1955. They moved to Sta. Cruz, Porac & raised 13 children - Emerito, Servanda, Remedios (decd), Aurora (decd), Yolanda, Preciosa (decd), Noel, Noemi, Ismael, Rodrigo, Rowena, Lucia, & Henry; followed by over 100 grandchildren & great-grandchildren. With only a 5th grade education & business skill created a produce store & vegetable farm.
She's a devout Seventh-day Adventist & instilled family values, generosity, & education. They moved to the US in 1991 and launched their own style of Pampangueno-Filipino cuisine & created Susan's Kitchenette. A selfless, kind, generous mother figure, referred to as "Nanay Susan," with charisma & hospitality made her so dear, she's gone but will never be forgotten. Her spirit will live on in each of us.
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Left to cherish his memory are his wife Elsie, Elbert, and Elaine (Erik); granddaughters Alyssa and Addison; sisters Belen, Felisa, and brother Antonio. In his spare time, he enjoyed watching movies with his wife and spending time with his granddaughters. Bert loved cheering on the UVA Cavaliers basketball team and the LA Lakers. He loved talking sports with his son-in-law Erik.
A memorial will be held at 1:30 pm on Thursday, May 27, at the Church of the Ascension, 4853 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach. Instead of flowers, please visit www.ascensionvb.org to make contributions to Gilbert's honor.
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He was a devoted member of the Knights of Columbus and an active member of Ascension Church. Al and Fely enjoyed attending church gatherings and events with their many friends. In addition, they had a love for traveling and experiencing the world together. After his wife passed, Al enjoyed spending time with his nephew, caregiver, and friend, Joseph Lawrence.
His funeral will be held at Woodlawn Funeral Home in Norfolk on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at 10:30 am. A viewing will be held at 9:00 am before the service. You may offer your condolences at www.woodlawnnorfolk.com.
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Nick proudly served and retired as a Master Chief Petty Officer from the US Navy after 30 years of service. Nick enjoyed fishing, traveling, cooking, and always made everyone happy. He especially loved preparing unique dishes for family and friends to enjoy.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 60 years, Concesa V. Palanca; his children Patrick and his wife Marites and Michael and his wife Yoshimi; grandchildren, Paolo, Nico, Diego, Shusuke, and Nathan; along with extended relatives and friends.
Our sincere thanks to the medical team and staff of Beechwood and Azalea at Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital and Sentara Leigh Hospital. Their care and compassion for Nick in his final days are heartfelt.
God Speed Master Chief, your next deployment is underway. We salute you.
A visitation will be held from 5-6:00 p.m. on Monday, May 3, 2021, at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel. The funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church. His burial will be at a later date in his hometown, Bintuan, Coron Palawan, Philippines. Condolences may be expressed to the family at: www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Remigio enlisted in the United States Navy in 1964 and was a Master Chief Petty Officer. He loved the military and proudly served for over 30 years. After retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his loving family.
Remigio is preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Maria Daus (mother of Gemirald and Arlene); brothers, Villamor Daus and Arsenio Daus of the Philippines; sisters, Azucena Daus, of Canada, Julie Binavince of the Philippines, and Lilia Woody of Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 23 years, Hazel Daus; sons, Nicolas Daus, Joseph Daus, Gemirald Daus of Arlington, VA; and daughter, Arlene Willis (John), of Virginia Beach; grandchildren, Spenser Willis and Kayleigh Willis; sisters, Nanita Hidalgo, of Australia; and Felicitas Milanes, of the Philippines; many nieces and nephews; and a host of loving friends.
A visitation will be held on Friday, April 23rd, from 5-9 PM at Altmeyer Funeral Home - Southside Chapel, 5033 Rouse Drive, Virginia Beach. The Funeral Mass will occur on Saturday, April 24th at 10:00 AM at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 154 W Government Ave, followed by a graveside service at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 1800 Granby St, Norfolk. Condolences may be left for the family at altmeyerfuneralandcremation.com.
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Rufino pursued pre-Dental studies before serving in the U.S. Navy from 1958 to 1978. He attended St. Gregory's, the Great Catholic Church in Virginia Beach, Virginia. He enjoyed gardening, playing tennis, and fishing.
Rufino is survived by his wife of 54 years, Claudia Tipora Ganaden. He is also survived by his two daughters, Corazon Goss, her husband David, Rhoda Ballantyne and her husband Adam; grandchildren, Benjamin Goss, Abigail Goss, Maxwell Ballantyne, Eleanor Goss, Franklin Goss, Mitchell Ballantyne, Griffin Ballantyne; sisters-in-law, Lily Tipora, Norma Tipora, Edith Tipora, Cora Tipora; brother-in-law, Nathaniel Tipora; brother, Fr. Francisco Ganaden.
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Monico has been an active member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Valley of Norfolk, and Orient of Virginia since 1985. He was also an active member of the Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons in Virginia & Grand Council Cryptic Masons in Virginia. He was a long-time Master Mason of the Ruth Lodge No. 89 of the Most Worshipped Grand Lodge, A. F. & A. M. of Virginia. Monico attended St. Pius X Church as an active parishioner. He was lovingly remembered for his enthusiastic conversation and story-telling and his passion for cooking and gardening.
He is survived by his children, Ronald and wife, Kristina; Florence; Esther Hill; her husband, Jeffrey; Anthony; Kathy and her husband Larry Sullivan; and Patricia and her husband, Armando Joa. Monico is also survived by his brother, Camilo Olivar, and his wife, Lynn, and his sister, Evelyn Baines, and her husband, Joseph. Monico also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and nephews, and his own eight grandchildren, Jeremy, Douglas, and Heather Hill; Sarah and Allison Olivar; and Fernando, Anthony, and Cecilia Olivar Joa.
The Norfolk Chapel of H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts will host a Wake Service on Sunday, March 14th at 4:00 p.m. with a Viewing immediate to follow. All are welcome, but masks are required. A Catholic Funeral Mass will be held Monday, March 15, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Pius X Church in Norfolk. All are welcome to attend while observing the following safety measures:
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More than she was known for her accomplishments, she was known for the way she loved." - MHN.
Corazon dedicated 30 hardworking years at Chesapeake General Hospital before retiring. "Cora," as her family & friends called her, was not only known for her fashion sense, and she effortlessly planned color-coordinated outfits but also for her selflessness when always putting others first. In addition, she enjoyed traveling and found delight in being in the kitchen, working her magic, and preparing her signature family favorites: palabok and turon.
Cora was fond of being in her garden and tended to the plants & flowers that surrounded her front yard and inside her home. She enjoyed all types of music and was ready to groove to any Carpenters' tune. She will be remembered for her contagious laugh, unmatchable spirit, and unwavering faith she owed to the Lord, being a devoted Catholic until the end.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband Emilio Placides of 36 years, her three exuberant daughters, Shyra, Sheryl, & Sharmaine, and her brothers, Reynaldo Sr., Basilio, and Edgardo Bugarin. Her friends & family loved her fervently, and Cora loved them back, tenfold. Corazon's Service information details will follow once it is scheduled.
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She leaves behind her loving husband Joseph; her daughters, Jossette and Luanne; sons-in-law Allen and Lee; and grandkids, Elle and Benjamin. She is now with her parents, Apolonio and Maria, and her younger brother, Rogelio, and his elder brother, Manuel, who predeceased her. She is survived by her siblings, Elisea, Eulalia, Benedicta, Perlita, and Gilbert; her sisters-in-law, Mercy and Mildred; brother-in-law, Flor; and her nephews and nieces, Jane, Lorraine, Irene, Fenny, Rosalyn, Apollo, Lilymay, Michael, Mark, Michelle, Caroline, Gregory, MM, Paul, Miggy, and Jam.
Lumen completed her elementary and secondary education in Cabugao, Ilocos Sur, and her Bachelor’s Degree in Education at the Philippine Normal College in Manila. In addition, she taught elementary school at the Maryknoll College in Quezon City and the Epifanio de Los Santos Elementary School in Manila. In both schools, she was well-loved and respected by all her students.
She immigrated to the US in 1973, and resided in Honolulu, HI, where she met the love of her life Joseph, who was serving in the US Navy. From Hawaii, they were stationed in Bethesda, MD, and finally settled down in Virginia Beach, VA, in 1981.
Lumen's involvement in her community: She was a past president of the Filipino Women’s Club of Tidewater, the United Ilocano Assn. of Tidewater. Up until the time of her death, the president of Samahang Tagalog of Tidewater. She was active in the Filipino-American community and a dedicated member of the Church of the Holy Family. Since 1985, she was involved in real estate, being the broker of her own company, the Castle Realty of Tidewater.
Educator, Realtor, Loving Wife, Dedicated Mother, and Doting Grandmother. Lumen is now in heaven.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel on Thursday, March 4, 2021, from 4:30 pm to 8, with a novena service at 5:30 pm and a prayer service led by Deacon Chris Romero at 6:00 pm. Due to COVID restrictions, a reception will not be held. Instead, the funeral mass will be celebrated at the Holy Family Church. Then, on Friday, March 5, at 11:00 a.m. In addition, it will be live-streamed on the church's website at www.holyfamilyvb.org. A committal service and burial will follow at Princess Anne Memorial Park. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Julia was the daughter of Vicente Salayog Soriano and Sotera Camat Soriano.
She was a hard worker who was fiercely devoted to her family. She dedicated her life to raising her three children with her husband. Then, she left her career as a teacher in the Philippines for the United States to pursue a better life. While in the U.S., she held many jobs but was a cook, chauffeur, and, at times, confidant to her children, which was her favorite and most rewarding job of all. Her friends and family will miss her warm smile, her cooking, her generosity, and her guiding hand.
Julia was preceded in death by her father, Vicente Salayog Soriano. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Emmanuel Marcella; three children, Jermaine Marcella, Emerson Marcella (Chrissie), and Earvin Marcella; four grandchildren, Isabella and Elijah Imani; and Ian; mother, Sotera Camat Soriano; and nine siblings in the Philippines.
A wake service will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Princess Anne Chapel, on Friday, March 5, 2021, at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Matthew's Catholic Church on Saturday, March 6, at 10 a.m.
And then, the interment will follow at Colonial Grove Memorial Park. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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She worked for Army/Air Force Exchange Service in Manila, Philippines, during the Post WW II period, where she met and married our father, Faustino Baet. They raised eight children and moved to Angeles City while he worked at Clark AB.
They immigrated to the USA in the early 80”s where Papa retired as an architectural renderer. Our mother’s passion and priorities were her church and family. Her loving guidance always provided a clear path to follow in life with respect and dignity. She loved to garden, cook, sew and read constantly after her day’s work. Her incredible operatic voice would carry through the house as she loved to sing.
Left to cherish her memories are her eight children, Nora Dorsey, Austin Baez, Samuel Baet, Wilfredo Baet, Reuel Baet, Ruth Hauser, Jonathan Baet, and Lalaine Strickland. In addition to the children, there are 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
The Celebration Of Life will be announced when the social conditions present themselves. So, instead of flowers, please make your contributions to the Alzheimer's Association or the American Cancer Society.
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Mrs. Pond worked for the Department of Defense and Joint Services of the Armed Forces for two decades as a budget analyst. She was good with numbers and problem-solving.
Mrs. Pond was an avid churchgoer, and that is where she met her wonderful husband, Robert Pond. She has a big heart, always ready to extend help to those who are in need.
In her pastime, she loves to garden and experiment with different recipes to cook.
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He proudly served his country for 40 years in the U.S. Navy and the Department of Defense and was a Holy Trinity Catholic Church member. Eladio loved to fish, tend to his garden, dance with his wife, and prepare delicious meals for his family and friends. A generous man who loved to laugh and make others laugh quietly and lovingly sharing his love and resources. He will be sorely missed by his family, nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. The Catholic Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be scheduled later until COVID gathering restrictions are lifted. An email account has been created so that those who wish to have their "Favorite Eladio Story" included and shared can submit it to laddiestories2021@gmail.com. Memorial donations in memory of Eladio F. Cruz may be made to Saint Jude Research Hospital.
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She now joins her brothers Lucio "Lucing," Tomas "Tomasing," Francisco "Paquito," Ricardo "Carding" Mario; sisters Consuelo "Choling" M. Balboa, Elvira "Viring" M. Manuel, Victoria "Tori" M. Lucena, and Aurora M. Gatchalian; daughter Juliana "Julie" M. Mendez-Herlihy and daughters-in-law Pilar Nina R. Mendez and Milagros "Mila" B. Mendez. She was also predeceased by her husband Jose B. Mendez, Jr. (Papang "Junior" to her children), whom she married on May 14th, 1949, in St. Joseph Parish, Canlubang, Laguna, Philippines.
She is survived by: children Manuel “Manny” Mendez, Remedios “Medy” Mendez, Fernando “Nanding” Mendez (Laura Garcia), Teresita “Tessie” Mendez-Ozabal (Bob Ozabal), and son-in-law Dennis Herlihy; grandchildren Alex (Yvette Hu), Maria Konica, Mary Minolta, Marie Leica, Nathaniel (Lea Ventura), Mervin (Edmye Hernandez), and Brian Ozabal; and great-grandchildren Daniel and Isaiah who are very dear to her.
She loves to sing, and on December 29 of the last year, 2020, she was able to part with us on her iPad, her final rendition of one of her favorite songs, “Saan Ka Man Naroroon.” Mamang Dita loves to pray the Holy Mass, the Holy Rosary, the Divine Mercy Chaplet, and many novenas every day. One of her favorite novenas is the Novena of Jesus of Nazarene of Quiapo, Manila. She will forever be remembered, loved, and missed because of her love for the Holy Eucharist and adoration of the Most Holy and Blessed Sacrament. Mamang Dita's life has not ended but continues to live with our God, the Father, God the Son Lord Jesus Christ, God the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, Holy Mother of God, and all the holy angels and saints.
The family will receive relatives and friends at the Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home, 601 N. Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, on February 26, 2021, from 4 pm to 7 pm. The Holy Mass of the Resurrection will be held on February 27, 2021, at 11 am at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, 3314 Sandra Lane, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. Interment will follow immediately at Rosewood Memorial Park at 631 N. Witchduck Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 23462.
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A native of the Philippines and the youngest of thirteen children, Joe moved to the Tidewater area in 1964. He honorably served as an aviation machinist mate in the U.S. Navy and retired as Chief Petty Officer after 22 years of service. He also retired from the Civil Service after 17 years of service. He was a member of The Knights of Columbus at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church.
He was preceded in death by his son Joselito R. Ubial, Jr.
Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Lodivina Ubial; two sons Kenneth Ubial and wife Maricel; and Patrick Ubial; and a daughter-in-law Caroline Ubial; 3 grandchildren Christian, Noah, and Cara Joelle Ubial; 2 surviving sisters in the Philippines, Antoinetta Evia and Rosa Abelita and many nieces and nephews in the Philippines, Toronto, London and Vancouver, Canada; California, Washington, and South Carolina.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church on Monday, February 22, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Friends may offer condolences at www.woodlawnnorfolk.com.
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Gene also leaves behind seven grandchildren: Darcy, Ethan, Alexa, Jose III, Kayla, Mateo, and Gabriel. He is also survived by his brothers, Rodrigo and Cesar, and sister, Dalisay.
Gene loved cooking, gardening, fishing, bowling, and spending time at the casino. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Gene was a kind and caring man who opened his door to everyone. He touched the lives of many. His smile and laughter will be greatly missed.
A viewing will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Princess Anne Chapel, on February 25, 2021, from 2 pm - 6 pm. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, please follow Hollomon-Brown Covid policies. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Leticia graduated from Far Eastern University in the Philippines and was a high school teacher in Lipa City and an elementary school teacher in Antipolo Del Norte and Sur. She worked on her Master's Degree in Modern Mathematics when she came to the US from the Philippines. When Leticia moved to the US, she began working as an embroidery specialist for Lillian Vernon.
Leticia was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Jose "Daddy" Receno, and her brother, Rolando Laygo of California. Left to cherish her memory: her daughter, Myrna Nario (Quintin); son, Jose Mario Receno; grandchildren, Kathryn Receno-Graves (Jeremy), Krisjantzen Nario; Kurt Nario, Kimberly Nario, Jema Receno, and Jericho Receno; great-grandchildren, Jaden Graves and Kayla Graves; brother, Dr. Romy Laygo of Georgia; sister, Zenaida Gardoce of California; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 12 PM to 8 PM on Thursday, February 11, 2021, at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Princess Anne Chapel. A wake service will be held at 7 PM that evening in the funeral home chapel. The funeral mass will be held at 11 AM on Friday, February 12, 2021, at St. Luke Catholic Church, 2304 Salem Rd., Virginia Beach. Burial will follow in Colonial Grove Memorial Park.
Instead of flowers, memorial donations may be made at https://www.gofundme.com/f/funeral-expenses- or-grandma-Letty. In addition, condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Isabel, and daughters, Angelina, Christina, Jennifer, and Joyceline. Efren came to the United States with his family and joined the US Army. After meeting his wife and starting a family, they settled down in Hampton Roads, where Efren worked in the Naval Shipyard. Efren is known as “the cool uncle“ and the good man to his family and friends. Efren is loved and called an "old man" by his three grandsons Isaac, Jacob, and Beaux.
There will be a visitation on Sunday, February 14, 2021, from 4-6 pm and a funeral service on Monday, February 15, 2021, at 10 am, with burial to follow. All services will be at Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home at 601 N. Witchduck Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23462.
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Born in Bulacan, Philippines, he was the son of the late Hilario and Catalina Paguiligan. He retired as a sheet metal mechanic from Steca, Inc.
Left to cherish his memory: his wife of 62 years, Rosita Mayoyo Paguiligan; six children, Ronaldo Paguiligan (Elvira), Ruby Putnam (Harry), Rowena Weger (John), Enrique Paguiligan (Rhizza), Rolando Paguiligan, Jr. (Jennifer), Roel Paguiligan (Rachelle); 15 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Leonila Calayag and Lelila Laderas.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel.
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She was predeceased by her parents and her daughter, Dina Calica Ylizarde. Left to cherish her memory are her son, Chester Calica; her brother, Romeo Octavo, and his wife, Linda; her sisters, Hilda Huliganga and Griselda Follosco; and her husband, Eddie; and numerous nieces & nephews.
A funeral Mass will be held at 11 AM Friday, Feb. 12, in the Church of the Resurrection.
The family will receive friends an hour before the service. Online condolences may be offered at www.LovingFuneralHome.com.
To honor her memory, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Church of the Resurrection, 3501 Cedar Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23703.
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He is survived by his wife, Ethel Virginia Pablo; daughter, Yolanda Kazmar and her husband Phillip, and their children, Kayla and Krista; son, Joey Morato and his wife Renea, and their children, Alia and Serenity; son, Jason Paul Pablo; sisters, Deana, Nemie and her husband, James; sister-in-law, Merla, and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his beloved Yorkie, Noonie.
A funeral service will be held at 6:00 pm on Thursday, February 11, 2021, at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. The family will receive friends an hour before the service at the funeral home. Instead of flowers, donations may be made to your local DAV or the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, two charities near and dear to his heart. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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He was born in Besalan, Sta. Cruz Ilocos Sur, Philippines, was the son of the late Agapito and Paciencia Cudiamat. He graduated from Feati University and the Philippine Aeronautical Technical School in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical Engineering.
Left to cherish his memory are his two sons and their mother, Marc, Eric, and Macrina; daughter-in-law, Carla; two granddaughters, Lucy and Alexandra; his wife Isabel; sisters and brothers, Virginia, Brigida, Cristeta, Danilo, and Agapito, Jr.; in addition to countless family members.
His smile, charisma, beautiful singing voice, and loving personality will always be remembered.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Princess Anne Chapel, on Wednesday, February 10, 2021, from 5 PM to 9 PM EST. The funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 AM EST on Thursday, February 11, 2021, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Colonial Grove Memorial Park. Due to COVID-19, the family will attempt to create a virtual viewing on both Wednesday and Thursday. Link to follow.
Flower arrangements can be sent directly to the Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home at 3445 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456. In addition, condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Born in Kawit, Cavite, Philippines, on July 17, 1946, she was a late Salvador and Soledad Ramirez, daughter. She received her education at Far Eastern University with a bachelor’s degree in nursing in 1966. Alma came to the United States in 1968 and first settled in the Bronx, NY, where she met her husband, Angel. They later moved to Staten Island, N.Y., where she built lifelong friendships before relocating to Virginia Beach, VA.
Besides her parents, Alma was preceded in death by her brother, Redentor Ramirez. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Angel de Guzman; three children, Arlene (Debbie) Buonomo and her husband, John, Michael de Guzman; wife, Satomi, and Robert de Guzman; wife, Masako; two grandchildren, Angel Marie and Celia; three great-grandchildren, Gavin, Sofia, and Luca; two sisters, Sister Nela and Mellie; and a brother, Cesar.
Alma is a dear friend to many and strives to be a friend to all. We will remember her for her big smile, friendly attitude, sense of humor, and honest and loving personality. She loves to dance and was a member of the Virginia Beach Ballroom Dancer group. She also loved to collect designer bags. She dedicated most of her time as a community volunteer, and a member of the CUPOT, and PNAVA. She served as the president of PNAVA from 2005 to 2006 and worked as a Director of Nursing for over 30 years.
She was very family-oriented and loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren dearly. Alma was a devout Catholic who placed her trust in the Almighty God.
Her beautiful smile, heart-warming laugh, and her loving presence will remain in our hearts forever.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Princess Anne Chapel on Friday, Feb. 5, and Saturday, Feb. 6, from 6 to 9 p.m. They will provide a funeral service on Sunday, Feb. 7, at 2 p.m., followed by burial at Colonial Grove Memorial Park.
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Mariano was born on 3 Oct 1930 in Cebu, the Philippines to Mariano and Oliva Acevedo. He and his wife Nelia were married for 60 years and spent every day together. He was a proud and dedicated father and grandfather.
As the oldest of nine children, he took it upon himself to look after his family in the Philippines.
He often spoke about his love for the US Navy and US Marine Corps, which gave his family new opportunities in the United States. He served 20 years as a Navy Corpsman and earned the Navy and Marine Corps Medal and the Navy Achievement Medal with valor while serving in Vietnam from 16 Jan 1968 to 03 Jan 1969. He rarely discussed his tour, but his Vietnam Veterans baseball cap adorned his head nearly everywhere he went.
He was a simple man. He enjoyed watching football, fishing, crabbing, tending to his large garden, and buffets—probably because it was one of the few places his whole family could gather at one table. He also loved dogs, adopting several throughout his life.
He has been a founding member of Aklan Ati-Atihan USA, Inc., an Aklanon cultural organization, and Christ the King Catholic Church in Norfolk, VA, since 1982. Any donations to Christ the King Catholic Church would be appreciated.
He is survived by his wife, Nelia; 4 children, Joy and her husband Michael, Marianel, Mariano and his wife Caroline, Floramay and her husband Charles; and eight grandchildren, Elena, Andrea and her husband Andrew, Melissa and her husband, Kyle, Jordan Marie, Ryann Elizabeth, Sean Conor, Ethan Michael, and Logan. He is also survived by his siblings in the Philippines: Elvira, Baltazar, Oliva, her husband Salvador, Alfredo and his wife Jovelita, and Linda and her husband, Andres.
Services are pending. Arrangements are under the direction of Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel.
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Larry Visagas Andrada, 88, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021, in Norfolk, Virginia. Larry was born in the Philippines to the late Gregorio and Romana Andrada. He is predeceased by his wife, Aida Yermo Andrada as well.
Larry retired from the US Navy and later worked as a civil servant with the Civil Service. When he was a young boy, he was active in the Filipino resistance against the Japanese invasion during WWII. In addition, Larry was a member of St. Benedict's Catholic Church for many years. Left to cherish his memory are his children Noel Andrada, Romeo Andrada, Nick Andrada, and Susana Andrada; four grandchildren, Mellanie Andrada, Ariel Andrada, Ayaka Andrada, and Aidan Gabriel Andrada.
We will conduct a visitation from 5 to 8 pm, Friday, February 5, 2021, at Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home on Saturday, February 6, 2021, at a Funeral Mass at St. Benedict Catholic Church Chesapeake. Burial will immediately follow the service at Rosewood Memorial Park. You may offer online condolences to the family at www.kellumfuneralhome.com.
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Fernando was born in 1965 in Olongapo, Philippines. As the oldest in his family, he earned a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Columban College, located in the Philippines. He then joined the United States Navy in 1988 in Subic Bay, serving for 30 years in the supply corps and retiring in 2018 as Master Chief Petty Officer. Following retirement, he worked as a logistics analyst in Norfolk and came home every day happy to see his family.
He always had big plans for his children, hoping that both of his sons would graduate from college one day. One of his sons has even followed in his footsteps to become a Naval Officer and serve his country the same way his father has. He was simple as he was a regular churchgoer, television watcher, hard worker, and a big family man. Growing up, he made many sacrifices taking care of his family in the Philippines and continued to carry on that trait to his wife and kids in Virginia.
He is survived by his wife, Jocelyn; 2 children, Immanuel and Gabriel; siblings, Myra and her husband Sean; and their child John; Michael and his wife Xienna and their children, Xiane, Maxienne, and Markel, Marlon and his wife, Anne Marie, and their children Marian and Aaron.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Princess Anne Chapel on Sunday, Feb. 7, and Monday, Feb. 8, from 5 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Colonial Grove Memorial Park.
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Manuel was the second child of three children. He studied Engineering at Far Eastern Aeronautics School (FEATI University) in Manila until a more feasible opportunity arose for him to work for National Telecommunications Company for several years. He then secured a good position at Eveready Battery Company Inc. as a Quality Assurance Officer. Soon after, he started a family with Nenita Ocampo Doras until he retired during the early ’90s. From then on, he took on the role of being a loving, caring, yet very disciplinarian dad and grandfather with much devotion and passion. He enjoyed gardening and fixing stuff at home with so much enthusiasm and energy that he embraced the endearing nickname “Handy Daddy MANNY.” He retained his fun, feisty, yet generously caring spirit throughout his life, even to his last moments.
He is survived by his only brother, Jesus; his loving son, Noel; 5 daughters, Cynthia, Annie, Antonette, Gigie, and Jennifer; 8 grandchildren, a host family, and dear friends. He is predeceased by his older sister, Fidela, and his loving wife, Nenita. His entire family considered themselves truly blessed to have had his presence in the family for so many devoted years.
The family will receive those who would like to pay their final respects to “daddy Manny” on Sunday, February 7th, 2021, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel 1485 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. The funeral service shall be held on Monday, February 8th, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at The Catholic Church of Saint Mark, 1505 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Leonardo was born in Nancayasan, Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, Philippines, on June 21, 1952. Leo was the youngest of three brothers, Alex and Gino, and six sisters. After graduating from high school in Urdaneta City, he studied Nursing RN/BSN at Lyceum University in Dagupan City, Pangasinan. When Leo arrived in the US in December 1977, he worked in two hospitals, Sentara Leigh and Eastern State Hospital. In addition, Leo and his wife, Gina, worked as psychiatric nurses in Eastern State Hospital, where he retired after twenty-three years of service.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving and beautiful wife, Gina; his best friend of over 29 years, his four sisters, Bing, Christy (Ed Arellano), Rose (Fernando Perez), Paz (Leo Calaunan); two brothers, Alex (Hazel) Valencia, Gino (Fe) Valencia; nieces and nephews, Christy, Alexis, Alyssa, Alex, Adrian, Paul Jeff, Jennifer, Darlene, Dave, Lee, Kenneth, and Leslie; grandchildren's, Chelsea, Camron, Chuckie, Collin, Roman, Xaia, Tristan, Carter, Kayla, Aubrey and Leah, great-granddaughter, Sofia.
They will hold a wake service in his honor from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 28, 2021, at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Princess Anne Chapel. They will hold a funeral mass of resurrection at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 29, 2021, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church on Virginia Beach Boulevard. Burials will follow the mass. We require that everyone wears a face mask and observes social distancing. Condolences may be offered to the family at: www.hollomon-brown.com
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He was born in Castillejos, Zambales, the Philippines, on September 4, 1941, and was the eldest son of the late Rufino, Sr., and Felisa Miranda of the Philippines. Oscar was a Virginia Beach resident for 43 years. He is survived by his wife, Elisa (Ely) Amurao of 49 years, and his five children Oscar, Jr., of Massachusetts, Richard of Rhode Island, Joyce Miller (Dan), Grace Ramos (Richard), and Mark of Virginia Beach. Oscar's surviving siblings, Eduardo (Estrella) of the Philippines; Marietta Augustin (Arturo) of the Philippines; Imelda Agbayani (Robert) of Alaska; Rufino, Jr., (Remy) of California; Antonio (Elsa) of Nevada, and Teresita Viray (Joselito) of Alaska; 7 grandchildren Tyler, Hailey, Lauren, Miranda, Elisa, Gabriella, and Daniel, Jr., and many nephews and nieces.
Oscar served with honor in the US Navy in the construction battalion Seabees for 21 years and two tours in the Vietnam War. He then worked as a planner & estimator for the Public Works Center at the Norfolk Naval Base and retired after 13 years of service at the end of 1997. He was an avid golfer and gardener. He was an active member of St. Mark's Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus until his health declined.
They will hold visitation with the family between the hours of 5 pm to 7 pm EST, Thursday, January 28th, followed by a wake service at 7 pm at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Catholic Church of Saint Mark, 1505 Kempsville Rd, Virginia Beach on Friday, January 29th at 1 pm EST by Father Anthony Mpungu (a live stream option can be found on the Catholic Church of Saint Mark Facebook page) followed by a private burial at Albert G. Horton, Jr., Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk, VA.
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He was born in Dagupan City, Philippines, to Telesforo L. and Ursula V. Ancheta Bamba. Alex was predeceased by his parents, ex-wife Midori Kotake Bamba (married for 17 years), and his brother Alberto Bamba. Surviving are his two children, Jane (Robert) Dolan and James Bamba, grandson Xander Dolan, and siblings Quirino Bamba, Teddy Bamba, Estrella Bamba Racca, and Willie Bamba Encarnacion.
He enlisted in the Navy on Dec 13, 1974, and served as an Engineman and Instructor on the USS Berkeley, USS Savannah, USS Midway, and USS America. He retired from the military on Dec 31, 1994, in Norfolk, VA, and worked for MWR for over 20 years as a mechanic.
Alex bowled with the Filipino American Veterans Group for 20 years, and he also loved fishing.
Alex's viewing will be at Holloman Brown Funeral Home in Norfolk, VA, on Jan 29th at 8:30 AM EST, and the funeral service will follow at 9:30 AM. His committal will be held at the Albert G Horton Jr Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk, VA, at noon. Online condolences may be posted to https://www.hollomon-brown.com/obituaries/Alexander-Ancheta-Bamba?obId=19758050#/obituaryInfo.
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Tony was pre-deceased by his father, Jovencio "Ben" Sison. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Elissa Waldman-Sison; his mother, Carmelita "Lita" Sison, of Virginia Beach; his sister, Judy (Munch) Dark; brother-in-law, Jack Dark; nephew, Enriquez "Rico" Dark; and niece, Asia Dark, as well as countless friends who will remember him as kind, caring and as someone who had a smile for everyone he met.
Tony was born on Feb. 3, 1966, in San Diego, Calif. As a child, he moved to Norfolk, Va., and later to Virginia Beach, Va., where he lived for the remainder of his life. His family was active in the Ascension Church in Virginia Beach and throughout the Filipino community. He graduated from Norfolk Catholic High School in Norfolk, Va., in 1984 and was also well connected to the Kempsville community.
Tony attended Old Dominion University, where he was a member of the Theta Chi fraternity. He received his bachelor of science degree in engineering from ECPI University in Norfolk, Va.
Tony was employed by MSP Design Group for more than 25 years, most recently serving as a retail manager. An active member of the local community, Tony embodied "beach culture" and was a proud supporter of the Neptune Festival, the North American Sand Soccer Championships (NASSC), the Virginia High School League (VHSL), Pungo Strawberry Festival, Autism Speaks, and the Golden Retriever of Tidewater (GRoT) group.
Services are still being planned. A celebration of life event will be held when it is again safe to gather. Memorial contributions may be made to Autism Speaks at https://www.autismspeaks.org/ or the Norfolk SPCA at www.norfolkspca.org/donate. For service information updates and to offer online condolences to the family, please visit www.hollomon-brown.com.
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Born to Filipino immigrants Gil and Pilar on March 10, 1971, in Nashville, Tennessee, Gil inherited his father's ambition and mother's servant heart. A middle child and only brother to Pamela and Debbie, Gil was fiercely loyal to his Papa and adored his Mama. Debbie remained his most faithful confidante throughout his life. Flores lived in Va. Beach, VA, where Gil attended Fairfield Elementary, Brandon Junior High, and Green Run High Schools, and some of Gil's life-long friendships were born in his growing-up days. Gil served the state's largest graduating class, GRHS's Class of 1989 (1000 graduates), as Senior Class President, just as he had led his junior high and freshman, sophomore, and junior classes before that. Until the end of his life, Gil served to unite his beloved Green Run Stallions.
His parents predecease Gil, Gil Rivera Flores, Sr., and Pilar Degracia Flores. He is survived by his wife, Ann Marie, and their son, Gil, of Raleigh; his older sister Pamela (Thomas) Fahs of Ellicott City, Maryland; and his younger sister Debbie (Jeff) Paras of Virginia Beach, Virginia. His parents-in-law, Roberto, and Lydia Delostrino; sister-in-law, Annabelle; brother-in-law Robert (Cheryl), Virginia Beach; and brother-in-law, Randy (Lorinda). Gil is also survived by eighteen nieces, nephews, and six godchildren, all of whom he adored and those who adored him. Finally, Gil is survived by loving cousins, aunts and uncles, godparents and god siblings, and family friends.
A wake service will be held on Tuesday, January 19, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, January 20, at 11:00 a.m., at St. Mark's Catholic Church. Donations may be made in Gil's memory to one of his favorite charities: American Cancer Society, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Philippine Cultural Center of Virginia, Brassfield Elementary School PTA, or any local SPCA or animal rescue.
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Emil joined the Navy in December 1958, and he became a naturalized US citizen in November 1971. He met and married his wife, Rosalie, while still in the Navy in Baltimore, MD. He retired from the Navy after 20 years and soon after became the Manager at the original Western Sizzlin Restaurant on Military Highway. He held other management positions at the Breezy Point Officer's Club and Nansemond Suffolk Academy Cafeteria before settling down to work part-time as a Barber at the Scott Center Annex Barber Shop. When he finally retired entirely, he could often be found fishing at the Naval Base, Sandbridge, or the Outer Banks. Once Rosalie retired, they were often off fishing together.
In addition to his parents, Emil is predeceased by his brothers Felipe Morales Moster, Aniano Morales Moster, Reynaldo Morales Moster; his sisters Concepcion Morales and Norma Morales Moster; and his grandson, Kai Jordan Moster. He is survived by his wife, Rosalie Tormollan Moster; his children, Maria Moster, Emil Moster (Kathryn), and Theresa Moster Boyce (Chad); sisters Praxedes Morales Moster Mesias, Corazon Morales Moster Porter; and Zenaida Morales Moster Noriega; and four grandchildren: Emiliano Michael Moster, Kirstin Moster Raney (Kyle), Noah Toy Moster, and Cara Rose Boyce. He was a loving and doting grandfather who never hesitated to cook whatever his grandchildren wished to eat.
The Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 16, at the Church of the Resurrection, 3501 Cedar Ln., Portsmouth. In place of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of the Resurrection Building Fund. Condolences may be registered at BWFosterFuneralHome.com.
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Cecilia was born on June 6, 1937, in Navotas City, Rizal in the Philippines, to Constancia Reyes and Guillermo Sapit Sr. She was one of 6 children, Guillermo R. Sapit Jr., Bernardo R. Sapit, Veneranda R. Sapit, Rosalinda S. Quiambao, and Reynaldo R. Sapit. After receiving her nursing degree, she moved to Philadelphia, PA, to start her career as a registered nurse. There she met the love of her life and married Lucilo P. Incognito in September 1960. They had three sons, Leonard S. Incognito (Nora) of Rockville, MD, Larry S. Incognito (April) of Virginia Beach, VA, and Vern S. Incognito (Charity) of Franklin Square, NY. In addition, Cecilia was very proud of her six grandchildren: (Len) Christian, Nathan, and Tyler, (Larry) Katelyn, and (Vern) Nia and Avery.
A 1958 graduate of the Mary Johnston College of Nursing at Philippine Christian College, Cecilia was a dedicated and compassionate RN for over 40 years, working in Philadelphia, Norfolk, Hampton, Virginia Beach, and Portsmouth. She was a nursing instructor for many years and in 1981 became very active with the Philippine Nurses Association of Tidewater (PNAT) and in 1991 became the President of PNAT. In addition, Cecilia frequently volunteered and was a mentor and strong advocate of the medical profession, encouraging her children, grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews about the importance of service by assisting others in improving and living better and healthier lives. Hard work and dedication were the recurring themes in Cecilia's life, balancing marriage to a career Navy Seaman at sea for six months at a time, raising three boys, and working full-time as a dedicated nurse in the Tidewater area. In addition, Cecilia was a devoted member of the Thalia United Methodist Church in Virginia Beach.
A viewing is scheduled for Friday, January 8, 2021, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., and a celebration of life service is scheduled for Saturday, January 9, 2021, at 1 p.m. Both will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Princess Anne Chapel, 3445 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23456. Burial will take place next door at Colonial Grove Memorial Park immediately following the service. Instead of flowers, the family asks that donations and contributions be made in Cecilia's name to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org.
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Born in San Juan, Ilocos Sur, the Philippines, on January 13, 1945, she was the late Gaudencio and Precillana Guerrero's daughter. In addition to her parents, Editha was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Ruben B. Ragasa, and sister, Thelma G. Santos. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Ella G. Ragasa; son, Rowel G. Ragasa; and wife, Myra; sister, Dr. Hermes G. Dizon; and husband, Phil; grandchildren, Isabella C. Ragasa and Connor D. Ragasa; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
She graduated from Philippine Normal University with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. She was a teacher for over 25 years before immigrating to the United States in 1989 with her family. She enjoyed traveling, gardening, and spending time with her family. She loved spoiling her grandchildren, but after they started school, she went back to working full-time at Quilters Dream Batting instead of retiring since she didn’t like having idle time.
Services will be private. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
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