Lola. I have always admired your strength of character. And as I have always held you in high esteem, it is highly obvious I am not alone in this – everyone can see how well respected you are not only by our family and relatives but also by the countless lives you have touched.

You have lived a rich life Lola. And I believe towards the last of your days you have been in terrible pain and is already very weary. Rest now Lola. I know you are with our Creator and also with the ones you love who have gone ahead of you.

I am sorry we cannot visit you and send you on your final earthly home. But I am very glad that when Atsushi and I visited Davao last May, we were able to see you. And I think you would agree with me, that it’s best that we remember you that way – smiling and happy.

Rest in peace Lola. You are well loved and respected.