The faces of the #SAF44 | 2M07LBU | 2024-02-17 17:08:01
INQUIRER.internet remembers every of
THE LEGACIES of the 44 brave males who died on Jan. 25 in Mamasapano, Maguindanao province, go beyond the camouflage they wore, the black berets they earned and the medals they merited as members of the Philippine National Police Special Action Drive.
INQUIRER.internet remembers every of the #SAF44 via brief profiles on their lives not solely as policemen but as household males, as associates, as colleagues, as countrymen.
The profiles under are a piece in progress.
1. Police Senior Inspector Ryan Ballesteros Pabalinas
The final time Ryan Ballesteros Pabalinas left his house, his spouse Erica and their daughter didn't want him to go.
She shared, at the necrological providers at Camp Bagong Diwa on Jan. 30, "Naglalambing ako sa kanya, sabi ko, 'Daddy, huwag ka na lang po sumama dahil hindi ka pa OK.'" Then he replied, "Mommy, ayan ka na naman, hindi mo na naman naintindihan." Then his little woman stated to him, "Daddy, huwag ka na lang umalis kasi gabi na. Baka kunin ka lang po ng mga dangerous guys."
However Ryan left. Erica stated, "My husband put obligation first before household and I understand."
Ryan, who graduated from the Philippine Nationwide Police Academy (PNPA) in 2006, liked being a policeman. He even dressed his toddler daughter in tiny variations of his PNP uniforms.
To the rest of the country, Ryan is a policeman and a hero. However to the people who liked him, he was Rye, a cherished husband, father, son, brother, cousin, uncle, good friend.
"Kuya Rye! Thanks for defending the country and its citizens. We'll miss you!" one among his cousins wrote on Facebook.
His sister Ray-Anne posted a photograph of the e-book "Conquerors" and shared, "Keep in mind this guide, Kuya Rye? You gave me this ebook after you graduated [from] PNPA. All of the leaders talked about listed here are greater than conquerors. Bro, you and your troops are more than conquerors! Greater than what they referred to as elite commandos! Greater than heroes! You're all armies of God despatched here from Heaven to guard the lives of the innocents…"
That guide is now on an altar of their household house in Common Santos Metropolis. In the middle is a crucifix and a rosary, and spread around them are footage of Ryan, other books, messages and items of his lifetime of service.
Erica stated, "My husband gave his life to say peace. He placed service to the individuals earlier than anything."
2. Police Senior Inspector John Garry Alcantara Erana
Senior Insp. John Garry Alcantara Erana's sister really needed him to be at her wedding ceremony.
So earlier this month, when he advised her his training in america would coincide together with her big day, she decided to move it.
Garry's sister's wedding ceremony wasn't the one one the Erana household was wanting forward to.
Garry was set to marry lawyer Suzette Tucay subsequent yr. They met over three years ago at the wake of her brother, who was killed while battling Moro bandits in Basilan province. They have been engaged in 2013.
Garry, who graduated from the Philippine Nationwide Police Academy as Baron of Class 2009, believed in the significance of schooling. He was a man of ambition and his goals weren't simply his personal. Eager to secure an excellent future for him, his bride-to-be and their future family, he helped finance Suzette's research in New Zealand, the place she is taking a enterprise course. He was pursuing his doctorate on the time of his dying.
One in every of Garry's siblings – who name him John – wrote on Fb: "We're so pleased with you Kuya! All the time! And also you never fail to surprise us together with your feats. Hindi ko alam na ganyan na kadami awards mo. Love youuuu!"
And: "You all the time inspire us by how you reside and look at life. I all the time look as much as you, Kuya. And all the time will."
Margaret created a Fb album as a tribute to Garry. She referred to as it, "My pricey Captain, my pricey greatest pal, my pricey brother."
One other sibling posted a photograph of their family on the Nice Wall of China with the caption: "I can't imagine our next fam journey."
three. Police Senior Inspector Max Jim Ramirez Tria
Max Jim Ramirez Tria, nicknamed Mac-mac by his family, was the one one amongst 5 sons to comply with in his father's footsteps as a policeman.
The 27-year-old police officer from Virac, Catanduanes, was proud to be a member of the Philippine Nationwide Police Special Action Pressure (SAF), Tria's father Guillermo – 53 and also a senior inspector – had told the Inquirer.
Even before becoming a member of the SAF, Tria had attained prime honors in sniper faculty, commando and scout ranger coaching, and in dealing with explosives and ordinance.
Tria entered the Philippine Nationwide Police Academy right after graduation from the CSU Laboratory Faculties and came out one of the youngest graduates.
He had four brothers, the eldest of whom had asked him to be the most effective man in his wedding ceremony to a policewoman this Might 18.
Mac-mac's youngest brother Guio posted on his Facebook web page a photograph of them collectively on the slain soldier's commencement day in Zamboanga.
"Kuya Mac, I gained't overlook what you stated to me as soon as over drinks at house. You informed me, "Bam, should anybody harm this household, a house will explode." But now, our hearts appear to be those exploding since you are not with us, as a result of we will not be with you. We'll always remember you. This is my brother and I really like him."
Guio stated on Fb that his Kuya Mac was "one of the bravest males I had in my life" and fiercely protecting of their family.
"Kuya Mac, I gained't overlook what you stated to me as soon as over drinks at residence. You advised me, "Bam, should anybody harm this family, a home will explode." But now, our hearts appear to be those exploding because you are not with us, because we will not be with you. We'll never forget you," Guio wrote.
Tria was near Senior Inspectors Ryan Pabalinas, John Garry Erana and Joey Gamutan, additionally among the 44 slain.
four. Police Senior Insp. Cyrus Paleyan Anniban
Senior Insp. Cyrus Anniban of Balbalan, Kalinga province, was part of the Philippine Nationwide Police Academy's (PNPA) Class of 2010.
Described by many as humble, Cyrus was a born chief — he was a boy scout troop chief, he was a highschool CAT officer, he was firm commander of his PNPA class.
His relations, associates, former academics and classmates have expressed their sorrow over his dying. Some of them put on shirts printed together with his face, his batchmates at Saint William's Academy welcomed him back to their hometown with a banner.
A comrade wrote: "TO PSI Cyrus Anniban, my bunkie, sir, you advised me that you'll watch for me. You advised me that you will all the time be on my aspect. I salute you, sir, in your heroic act. I'll all the time keep in mind our brotherhood, sir. You and I will meet once more…"
His loved ones have arrange "Cyrus Anniban – Our Hero," a Facebook web page dedicated to him, the place individuals have been sharing photographs and tributes.
Another page posted a tribute to Cyrus: "He's, certainly, a fantastic example of a hero who fought for an abstract precept of loyalty, obligation and honor. He stood and died preventing. An actual warrior…"
Cyrus was a veteran of the Zamboanga Metropolis siege.
5. Police Senior Inspector Gednat G. Tabdi
Senior Insp. Gednat Tabdi, 27, hails from Mountain Province and was part of the Philippine National Police Academy's Kapit-Bisig Class of 2009. At 17, he made the leap from learning veterinary drugs to enrolling at the police academy. He was 21 when he graduated.
He was devoted to his job. He survived in 2013 the Zamboanga City siege, the place he witnessed the deaths of his buddies and comrades. While there, his goal became clear. He wanted to get married and build a family.
He was properly on his method: on the time of his demise, Gednat was excited for the start of his first youngster. His wife Leah was pregnant with a child boy. They have been married just final yr.
He also leaves behind his mother and father and 5 brothers, three of whom are policemen – one can also be a member of the Philippine Nationwide Police Special Action Drive.
Impressed by Gednat's heroism, his youngest brother who still in school says he needs to hitch the PNP and grow to be a member of the SAF.
6. Police Senior Inspector Joey Sacristan Gamutan
Senior Insp. Joey Gamutan, 33, and his wife Merlyn celebrated their seventh wedding ceremony anniversary miles aside. It was Jan. 24, the day before the bloody operation that took his life. The next day, despite being deep in the battle, Joey was able to call Merlyn one last time.
A day later, their firstborn turned 5. Joey and Merlyn have one different youngster. The youngsters, whom Joey continually checked on even while he was away on deployment, will now grow up without their father.
"My husband really loved being in the service," his wife told the Inquirer. Joey, who is from Basilan province and who completed highschool at Zamboanga National Excessive Faculty West, joined the PNP in 2009.
In 2012, Joey shared a photo from the Fb web page The PNP Families Behind the Badge. It had this caption: "There's a robust bond within the line of combat.. freedom shouldn't be free, we're ready to lay our life for others to stay."
7. Police Senior Inspector Rennie Lumasag Tayrus
Senior Insp. Rennie Tayrus, who hails from Zamboanga del Sur province, relished being a policeman, even when it meant being deployed on his birthday.
His father didn't stay lengthy sufficient to see him graduate from the Philippine National Police Academy in 2011 — he passed away the yr earlier than. However Rennie's other relations have been there to rejoice with him.
Rennie discovered another household in the members of the Philippine Nationwide Police Special Action Pressure (PNP-SAF). Final September, he posted a photo of his troop on Fb with the caption: "Not all brothers have the identical final identify!"
He chronicled his life with pictures — his journey from cadet to senior inspector, his neatly folded uniforms and his polished boots, the awards he gained on the PNP-SAF Challenge 2013.
Rennie beloved inspirational quotes, sharing them repeatedly together with his associates.
On Jan. 2, he posted a photograph from the Rosenberg Police Division displaying a policeman with the phrases: "Mother and father, please cease telling your youngsters that we'll haul them off to jail if they are dangerous. We would like them to run to us if they're scared… not be terrified of us."
When he was a cadet, Rennie stored a figurine of a knight in his locker — a logo of valor, courage and honor, values that he lived by.
His cousins have paid tribute to their beloved Kuya Renren online:
"Isa kang hero… We (are) pleased with you."
"Mahal na mahal ka namin di ka namin makakalimutan…"
8. Senior Police Officer 1 Lover L. Inocencio
SPO1 Lover Inocencio of Davao del Norte province was a household man. He spent the vacations together with his spouse Liezl and their solely baby, who turned 5 two days earlier than Christmas.
The 38-year-old served the country for 13 years, joining the Philippine Nationwide Police in 2002.
He acquired a medal for his participation in the Zamboanga Metropolis siege.
9. Police Officer 3 Rodrigo F. Acob Jr.
Till his demise, Rodrigo Acob Jr. was a police officer via and through. Rodrigo, who grew up in Aurora, Isabela province, graduated from Philippine School of Criminology in 2000 and joined the SAF a yr later.
On Facebook, his profile image is the badge of the Philippine Nationwide Police with the phrases, "Not everyone seems to be given this privilege… to serve and shield. This is the rationale for our being… It's the lifeblood of our character… The badge of profitable your heart and thoughts. Of this we are proud."
He could also be robust on the sector but at residence, out of his uniform, he was a loving father who showered his youngsters with affection. There are so many pictures of Rodrigo together with his arm around his son and carrying his younger daughter.
Rordigo spent the holiday season making reminiscences with the individuals he beloved: going to the mall together with his wife and youngsters, celebrating Christmas together with his prolonged household, watching his daughter compete in a kiddie pageant, singing karaoke at a New Yr's celebration.
They're nonetheless reeling from the information of his dying.
His spouse wrote on Fb in response to a relative: "…ang aga naman niya akong iniwan."
10. Police Officer three Virgel S. Villanueva
PO3 Virgel Villanueva, 39, is from San Pablo, Zamboanga del Sur province.
11. Police Officer 3 Andres Viernes Duque Jr.
PO3 Andres Duque Jr., 37, is from Aurora, Isabela province. He joined the Philippine Nationwide Police in 2007.
Andres' stays arrived in his hometown of Barangay Divisoria around 6:30 a.m. on Jan. 31. He was welcomed home by local officials and policemen.
12. Police Officer three Victoriano Nacion Acain
PO3 Victoriano Acain, 32, joined the PNP in 2006.
Originally from Gutalac, Zamboanga del Norte province, he graduated from Gutalac Nationwide Excessive Faculty and Andres Bonifacio School.
A relative posted this tribute to him on Facebook:
"Thank your being a very good uncle… Thank you for being an excellent brother-in-law… Thanks for all the time being there in occasions of our problems… We're very pleased with you… We love you… Farewell, Jun… Hanggang sa muling pagkikita…"
He leaves behind a spouse and a 7-year-old youngster.
13. Police Officer three Noel Onangey Golocan
PO3 Noel Golocan, 34, might be remembered by relations for his "smiling face"; his wife Angeli has up a profile photograph with him on her Facebook web page.
Noel graduated highschool in 1998 from Lepanto Nationwide High Faculty in Mankayan, Benguet province. He continued his research at University of the Cordilleras in Baguio Metropolis before becoming a member of the Particular Action Pressure.
His cousin Megan Abad shared on Fb a video in tribute to Noel. The video compiled photographs of Noel – most of them together with his fellow officers of the Philippine National Police Particular Armed Forces – set to the track "Heaven Was Needing A Hero" by Jo Dee Messina.
Watch the video tribute here.
"Manong Noel you'll be certainly missed, particularly your smiling face; you'll be endlessly in our lives. You are a HERO; Snappy SALUTE to you pricey cousin. Until we meet once more," Abad captioned the video.
14. Police Officer 3 Junrel Kibete
The Philippine flag is flying half-mast at Sta. Catalina National High Faculty the place PO3 Junrel Kibete graduated.
Junrel, or Jun to friends and family, spent his youthful years in Negros Oriental province.
His childhood pal Dindo Campo informed the Inquirer: "Mula noong bata pa kami ang nakita ko kay Jun mabait na tao talaga siya. Hindi malakwatsa. Mula noong nasa highschool pa pa siya CAT officer na siya, hanggang school officer pa din. Mabungisngis, palatawa (kahit might) problema."
He grew up to be an elite commando but he never misplaced his fun-loving aspect. That's what associates keep in mind probably the most about him—his teasing, joking ways.
They wrote on Fb:
"Wala nang mang-aasar sa amin, pre. Wala nang mahilig mangiliti o manggising sa amin… Hay naku, wala na kaming pare na kagaya mo. Masakit tanggapin na wala ka na talaga."
"Mahirap kalimutan ang mga taong napakabait at napakabuti sa'yo. Mananatili ka sa aming puso hanggang sa wakas."
"You will all the time remain in our hearts. Mami-miss namin ang iyong mga ngiti na wagas. Hindi ko makakalimutan ang iyong recommendation na "Huwag kang mag-SAF, hindi ka marunng lumangoy." Salamat sa pagkakaibigan, sa pagngisi ng wagas. Rest in peace, pareng Archer Kibete. We shall be lacking you."
In December and January, Jun used William Ernest Henley's Invictus as his cowl photograph:
Out of the night time that covers me,
Black because the Pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
Within the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Beneath the bludgeonings of probability
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Past this place of wrath and tears
Looms however the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds, and shall discover, me unafraid.
It issues not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul.
A cousin posted this tribute: "Chances are you'll relaxation in peace, cousin. Thank you on your service to our nation."
15. Police Officer three Jedz-in Abubakar Asjali
PO3 Jedz-in Asjali and his household lost their residence in the Zamboanga City siege final yr; they needed to evacuate. However that didn't cease Jedz from serving the nation.
Initially from Western Mindanao University, the 38-year-old joined the Philippine Nationwide Police (PNP) in 2002.
Jedz was the breadwinner of the household. He had 4 siblings, together with a youthful brother Ibrahim who needed to hitch him in the PNP Special Motion Pressure. His mom advised Bombo Radyo that the final time he left their house, he gave her a kiss and informed her not to be unhappy, that he can be again because he nonetheless wanted to get married.
Family and friends members, nonetheless in disbelief over the information of his dying, proceed to flood his Facebook with needs for him to "relaxation in peace." They need answers, they want justice.
On that very same page is a photo of Jedz from his training in Virginia in 2013. His arms have been outstretched and there was an enormous smile on his face as snow fell around him. He appeared carefree.
16. Police Officer 3 Robert Dommolog Allaga
Robert Allaga, 35, joined the Philippine National Police in 2005. He was from Banaue, Ifugao province.
An uncle stated Robert spent his childhood in the mining town of Itogon whereas his father worked at the Antamok mines.
Robert graduated from a criminology course at University of Baguio.
His remains have been laid to rest beside the Allaga family's ancestral home in Sitio Patok, Barangay Poitan. Pallbearers had to use an "allasiw" or "batawil" (bamboo cradle) to carry his flag-draped coffin to the remote space.
17. Police Officer three John Lloyd Rebamonte Sumbilla
Thirty-three-year-old PO3 John Lloyd Sumbilla had all the time needed to die in battle.
His spouse Rachel, who he married final September, stated, "Lagi niyang sinasabi sa akin yun. Ayaw niyang mamatay sa kung saan lang. Gusto niyang mamatay na lumalaban."
John Lloyd grew up in Japanese Samar, where his father was once the police chief of Sulat town. He valued his work as a policeman regardless that he felt like individuals didn't all the time respect it.
On February 6, 2014, he posted a photograph with these words: "Kami namatayan ng kasama upang ipagtanggol ang bayan pero halos walang pakialam ang bansa… pero pag ang artista nabugbog nagkakagulo na ang buong bayan."
On March 15, he posted an image of troopers carrying flag-covered caskets: "Kung naipag-pray nyo po yung artistang sumalo ng suntok at sipa.. sana kami din pong mga mandirigmang handang sumalo ng bala para sa inyo."
John Lloyd appreciated watching films — that was one of many ways he took a break from his dangerous job. The final one he watched was American Sniper. He needed to observe it again.
The final time they talked, Rachel warned him about their operation. "Baka delikado yan."
He replied, "Hindi, walang mangyayaring masama sa akin."
When she requested how he was positive, he stated, "Kasi tagaligtas kami, hero kami."
Rachel is 5 months pregnant with their first youngster. She stated she would inform their little woman "na namatay na bayani ang tatay niya."
She refused to simply accept her husband's medal of valor from President Benigno Aquino III at the necrological providers on Jan. 30.
18. Police Officer 2 Amman Misuari Esmula
PO2 Amman Misuari Esmula, 34, turned lively within the Philippine Nationwide Police Particular Motion Pressure in 2006. He was from Zamboanga Metropolis and a graduate of Western Mindanao State University.
He leaves behind his wife Elisa and their 5 youngsters.
At the necrological service at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig, she advised Agence France-Presse that she couldn't take the fight medal from President Aquino: ""My head was spinning. I was confused. I still can't consider what occurred to my husband."
19. Police Officer 2 Peterson I. Carap
PO2 Peterson Carap, 36 and from Benguet province, joined the Philippine National Police in 2007.
Peterson's spouse Janet and Solomon Agayso, Peterson's classmate and teammate who survived the bloody encounter, advised GMA about Peterson's last moments of heroism.
Solomon stated, "Naghahanap sila kung sino mag-point man sa group namin. Ako ang tinatawag pero siya ang nag-volunteer, siya ang nagsabing "Ako na lang." 'Pag nasa unahan ka kasi, ikaw ang mapapa-engage."
Although pained by his demise, Janet is making an attempt to return to phrases with the alternatives he made in his final hours: "Sabi daw niya sa isa, i-cover mo ako, pupunta ako sa baba kasi kawawa sila dun… Dun siya nadali…"
She's asking for justice for her husband and the remainder of the #SAF44. Watch the video here.
When Inside Secretary Mar Roxas visited Peterson's wake at Barangay Irisan in Baguio City, he handed two checks to the widowed Janet. She accepted them however made positive to inform the secretary what was precisely on her mind.
"Kaya naming magtrabaho para sa pera eh pero 'yung buhay ng asawa namin, hindi mababayaran ng pera 'yon (We will get by and earn money but my husband's life cannot be compensated by any other means)," Janet stated. "Hindi mababayaran ng pera 'yung mga reminiscences na pwede pa naming i-share (Cash can't purchase good reminiscences we might share) and the years that we're going to stay together."
Peterson additionally leaves behind a younger son. Individuals say he seems to be identical to his father.
Peterson was honored along with six different policemen hailing from the Cordillera region throughout a Mass on the headquarters of the Cordillera police. His remains arrived early morning on Jan. 31.
20. Police Officer 2 Roger Cordero
PO2 Roger Cordero might have died in Mamasapano, Maguindanao province, however he leaves behind in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat province, a son who needs to comply with in his father's footsteps.
Archidaniel, his mother Ellen told the Inquirer, is the spitting image of his father, who he continues to look up to. Already, at 9 years previous, he needs to be a policeman.
"His father was capable of really influence him," Ellen stated, even if the thought apprehensive her; she and her husband all the time talked concerning the risks of being part of the Philippine Nationwide Police.
Roger himself had all the time needed to be a policeman. Like father, like son.
Two of Roger's siblings are also soldiers. Roger's father Herminio stated that whereas it pained him to see his son lying in a physique bag as an alternative of standing, alive and protected, he was proud that Roger died preventing.
21. Police Officer 2 Nicky D.C. Nacino Jr.
Some individuals referred to as him Nicky, others referred to as him Dondon.
Two days after his dying, PO2 Nicky Nacino Jr.'s brother-in-law posted a video tribute for him. He wrote: "Salamat Nicky… Napakbait at mapagmahal na kaptid, ama at asawa… Makakaasa kang 'di namin pababayaan ang iyong mag-ina. We salute you! Isa kang tunay na bayani. We love you."
The video, which has been shared near 7,000 occasions, is about to the track "Kawal ang Tatay Ko" and exhibits Nicky in his PNP and SAF uniforms, on a boat, by a aircraft, within the jungle, at work. There are pictures from his personal life too: Nicky at Jollibee, pre-nup footage, a date together with his wife, scenes from his wedding ceremony, his youngster's baptism. Within the final photograph, Nicky isn't holding a gun. He's holding his bride's wedding ceremony bouquet.
Nicky, who is from San Luis, Aurora province, favored sending flowers to Roselle while he was away on deployment. She shared a photograph of one of the bouquets online with this caption: "Hindi hadlang ang layo at distansya para iparamdam sa taong minamahal kung gaano siya kaimportante…"
Now, she has to cope with his loss. She posted: "Mahal na mahal kita babe. Super miss na kita. Ang daming nagmamahal sa'yo. Sa anak natin at sa Panginoon ako humuhugot ng lakas para mabuhay."
Nicky was a new father. His wife's Facebook profile image exhibits them kissing their new child.
Even his fraternity, Tau Gamma Phi, is mourning.
A good friend wrote: "You're now an angel, pare. Relaxation in peace."
22. Police Officer 2 Glenn Berecio Bedua
PO2 Glenn Bedua, who had been lively with the Philippine Nationwide Police since 2006, was originally from Dulag, Leyte province.
His task in Zamboanga Metropolis led him to satisfy his spouse Adelisa. They met on Christmas in 2010. Two years later, they have been married. Their son Glenden just isn't even a yr previous. Inquirer photographer Grig Montegrande took a photo of Glenn's son reaching out to touch his coffin.
Adelisa informed the Inquirer about her husband: "He's just a simple and quiet person. He never bragged about being a policeman."
She described him as a loving father.
Different relations agree that Glenn was a great man.
His aunt Myrna advised Inquirer about how he came to assistance from family members who have been affected by Hurricane Yolanda, checking on them and bringing aid goods.
She referred to as him "a loving nephew who served as a task mannequin for his cousins."
A pal posted this tribute on Fb: "A real hero From Dulag Leyte..PO2 Glenn Bedua..he was a person of few words but filled with actions..a superb good friend, a accountable father and a unprecedented regulation enforcer..My snappy salute…"
Adelisa stated, "All he needed was to serve the nation and shield the individuals but his life was taken too quickly. Now I don't know that to do."
23. Police Officer 2 Chum Goc-ong Agabon
There's an image of PO2 Chum Agabon holding a cake on Fb. On the cake, written in blue icing, are the phrases "Smile tol Chum!"
"Who would have thought this is able to be your final birthday cake?" a good friend wrote.
Chum, who hails from Iligan City, was only 31 when he lost his life.
There are numerous issues Chum might have written within the work section of his Fb profile: Police officer. SAF. Elite commando. Black beret. But as an alternative, he wrote "Peacemaker."
Chum had been making an attempt assist hold peace in the nation since 2009 when he joined the Philippine Nationwide Police. He acquired a Medal of Valor for his participation in the arrest of Abu Sayyaf member Yatim Batah (Yatin Hakimin).
One among Chum's pals wrote: "They didn't know tips on how to fill their empty abdomen while our tables (have been) filled with blessings… They have been holding their weapons whereas we have been busy with our gadgets… They have been awake once we have been sleeping in peace… JUSTICE is what we seek!"
Tributes continue to pour in from friends and family members. There's a video memorial dedicated to Chum—footage of Chum's smiling face, Chum and his household, Chum with associates, Chum sightseeing across the Philippines, Chum in his uniform.
There are phrases too, loving phrases: "Somebody as special as you'll by no means be forgotten… You're ceaselessly remembered, endlessly missed… We'll all the time cherish the gorgeous reminiscences of you… We love you Chum."
His identify says it all. Chum—a buddy, a good friend.
And as his associates wrote, "There isn't a nice love than to put down one's life for pals."
Chum was a member of the Alpha Phi Omega fraternity, which misplaced six other members within the bloody encounter. More than sixty of their members demanded for justice for the fallen commandos by staging a solidarity walk and lighting candles in Lucena City.
24. Police Officer 2 Richelle Salangan Baluga
PO2 Richelle Baluga of Piat, Cagayan Valley, joined the Philippine National Police in 2008.
The 32-year-old and his greatest pal PO1 Oliebeth Viernes, additionally from Piat, each died in the Mamasapano operation.
A good friend of 10 years described him on Twitter as a "brave but very calm man."
Richelle's remains have been introduced residence to Cagayan on Jan. 31. He was given full army honors for his heroism.
His sister Violeta informed the Inquirer: "Even before I heard the President's speech, I only wished justice for my brother."
25. Police Officer 2 Noel Nebrida Balaca
PO2 Noel Balaca, 27 and a local of Oras, Japanese Samar province, would even be remembered for his lovely voice.
This his classmate from Philippine School of Criminology – after which he handed the Criminology Licensure Examination in 2010 – made positive to mention in a Facebook submit she shared to groups dedicated to the 44 slain soldiers.
Noel was also good pals with PO2 Rodel Ramacula. Their a number of photographs during and beyond training camps crammed the Facebook feeds of their fellow classmates. They have been additionally classmates with Police Officers 1 Windel Candano, Angel Kodiamat and Mark Lory Clemencio. Together, they belonged to "Mabikas" Class of 2010.
Noel's household also had solely reward for the policeman. He last spent time with them Christmas last year.
"To me, he was a really nice man … all the time had a smile, and he beloved his family," recounted an uncle on Fb.
"Siya kasi talaga ang inaasahan ng family niya (He's actually the one his family relies on)," his aunt also posted.
Noel was also an enormous fan of Christian evangelist Nick Vujicic, if his Fb account is any indication. The 30-something policeman had favored three fan pages devoted to Vujicic, a motivational speaker born with out legs and arms.
26. Police Officer 2 Joel Bimidang Dulnuan
PO2 Joel Dulnuan didn't let obstacles get in his method.
In his want to finish his diploma in BS Criminology at University of the Cordilleras, he worked onerous, first as a janitor and then a crew member at a quick food joint, based on the Philippine Information Company.
Considered one of his schoolmates posted this on Facebook: "Rest in peace… Hindi ka mawawala sa puso namin… Lahat kami na co-working scholar mo sa University of the Cordilleras ay proud sa'yo…"
Joel joined the Philippine Nationwide Police in 2007 and was a veteran of the Zamboanga City siege and was given a Medal of Heroism for his braveness and gallantry in action.
The 30-year-old, who died in the Mamapasano operation, was given a hero's welcome in his hometown on January 31. Residents lined the highway as the convoy carrying his body made its way to Villaverde, Nueva Vizcaya province.
Joel was laid to rest beside the grave of his brother PO1 Jackson Dulnuan near their family home in Barangay Ocapon. He leaves behind a wife and baby.
His sister Corazon is much more determined to pursue her dream of becoming a member of the PNP in honor of her brother. Joel has additionally impressed many from his village to turn into both a police officer or soldier, even out of faculty youth and the unemployed.
Family, pals and neighbors expressed messages of affection and mourning at Joel's burial and online.
"Saludo kami sa'yo, bayani ng bayan," one sign learn.
A pal wrote on Facebook: "Reminiscences will remain and be cherished endlessly… ISA KANG TUNAY NA TAGALIGTAS!"
27. Police Officer 2 Godofredo Basak Cabanlet
PO2 Godofredo Cabanlet – a local of Lanao del Norte province – joined the Philippine National Police in 2008 after graduating with a degree in BS Criminology from Misamis College. He was proud to be part of the SAF. He beloved his job so much that he used his Tagaligtas patch as his Fb profile image.
However then he found a brand new position that he beloved much more: father.
Godofredo modified his profile image to a photograph of his lovely baby daughter.
She was born months after he received married in November 2013 and when he was away on deployment, he stored monitor of his daughter's progress on Facebook, taking a look at her footage and commenting on how cute and jolly she is.
Godofredo was solely 33 when he was killed within the Mamasapano operation.
The nation lost an excellent man. A young woman lost a father.
28. Police Officer 2 Franklin Cadap Danao
"Second New Yr's Eve together," she wrote on Facebook last December. She had no concept it might be their last.
Many hearts have been damaged on Jan. 25, the day of the bloody Mamapasano operation. Considered one of them was Kathy's, the girlfriend of PO2 Franklin Danao.
She had been ready for him to return so they might have fun his birthday and their anniversary as he had promised. As an alternative, she acquired dangerous information.
Franklin, initially from Tinoc, Ifugao province, joined the Philippine Nationwide Police Special Action Drive in 2008. He was a veteran of the Zamboanga Metropolis siege and a recipient of a Medal of Heroism for his courage and gallantry in motion.
There are photographs of Kathy at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig City, touching Franklin's coffin, the glass separating her hand and the uniform he wore proudly.
She uploaded a folder of their footage on Facebook, two years' value of reminiscences—their quite a few dates, kissing each other's cheeks, his arms around her waist or shoulders, the cake he gave her on her birthday. It learn: "Joyful birthday Honey Kath — Frank."
"Thanks for the love, care and help my love, I'll cherish each second spent with you…," she wrote.
Kathy isn't the one one grieving the lack of Franklin. There has been an outpouring of love for him from relations, buddies, previous schoolmates, even strangers.
A cousin posted: "It's so quickly, fast and surprising… you will stay in our hearts as a sort, loving, considerate, compassionate cousin, brother, son, nephew, uncle to all of us…"
"Eternally in my heart," Kathy wrote.
29. Police Officer 2 Walner Faustino Danao
On-line, PO2 Walner Danao and his spouse make no secret their love and adoration for their daughter Juliana Elize.
The names on both their Fb accounts have been changed to incorporate her identify, their partitions suffering from Juliana Elize's chubby cheeks and smiling face.
Walner, who originally hailed from Belance, Nueva Vizcaya province, graduated from University of the Cordilleras in Baguio Metropolis.
His mom Angie shared her disbelief and harm on Fb, "To our beloved son, Walner Danao, it's painful to assume that at your younger age you've gone, we love you so much. You lost your life for the love of your country. My God give us courage to face this painful second."
Walner was honored along with six other policemen hailing from the Cordillera region throughout a Mass at the headquarters of the Cordillera police. His remains arrived early morning on Jan. 31.
30. Police Officer 2 Jerry Dailay Kayob
PO2 Jerry Kayob was honored together with six other policemen hailing from the Cordillera region during a Mass at the headquarters of the Cordillera police. His remains arrived early morning on Jan. 31.
Household, associates and other mourners paid their last respects to Jerry by way of prayers, track and dance, and personal tales in La Trinidad, Benguet province. GMA's Unang Hirit reported that his face was covered with his uniform inside the casket to cover the wounds inflicted on his head.
Jerry was laid to relaxation at the local cemetery in his hometown, Barangay Tawang.
He handed the Criminologist Licensure Examination in 2008.
31. Police Officer 2 Noble Sungay Kiangan
PO2 Noble Kiangan was the lone bomb expert among the many 44 members of the Philippine National Police Particular Motion Drive that went to Mamasapano, Maguindanao province.
He handed the Criminology Board Examination after graduating from Mountain Province State Polytechnic College in 2007.
His cousin was the deputy commander of the 5th Special Action Battalion, to which 35 of the slain soldiers belonged.
Beyond the badge, Noble leaves behind a spouse and younger son, who have been photographed in front of his flag-draped coffin through the necrological providers for the 44 slain troopers at Camp Bagong Diwa, Taguig. The widowed Kristine was seen kissing her son's cheek.
Noble was honored along with six other policemen hailing from the Cordillera region throughout a Mass at the headquarters of the Cordillera police. His remains arrived early morning on Jan. 31.
32. Police Officer 2 Ephraim G. Mejia
When PO2 Ephraim Mejia returned residence protected after defending Zamboanga City through the siege in 2013, his family thought the worst was over.
That same day, Buk – Ephraim's nickname – was killed along with 43 others in Mamasapano, Maguindanao province, throughout a mission to seek out one of many world's most dangerous terrorists.
The last time he noticed his household was in December last yr throughout a weeklong vacation.
His sister Pretty posted on Buk's Fb wall on Jan. 26, seemingly unaware of what had transpired. "Here we go once more. After the Zamboanga incident, it's Maguindanao now. Father, might you all the time watch over Kuya Ephraim and our entire household. Be protected, Kuya. I really like you!" she posted in Filipino.
On Jan. 30, she wrote, "My Kuya, I really like you very, very, very a lot! We'll see each other once more in heaven."
Buk, a native of San Nicholas, Pangasinan province, joined the Philippine National Police Special Motion Drive in 2008.
Buk leaves behind Miya and their 2-year-old daughter. He had all the time needed to construct a home for the three of them in Barangay Calaocan.
Buk's father Warlito stated he needed a Medal of Valor for his son and the 43 different SAF members who died. President Aquino, he said, "gave us a plaque and a medal of bravery [but] my son gave his life."
A number of members of the Mejia clan modified their Fb cover pictures to a collage of Ephraim's photograph and the Philippine flag.
The collage also accommodates a message from the complete household: "Kailan man ay di ka namin makakalimutan. Ikaw ay pinagmamalaki ng ating pamilya. Hinde sapat ang luha at pagdadalamhati namin para sa iyong kabayanihan (We'll never forget you. Our household is pleased with you. Our tears and anguish are not any match on your love of nation)."
33. Police Officer 2 Omar Agacer Nacionales
PO2 Omar Nacionales, 27, never bragged about his standing as a member of the elite Particular Motion Pressure of the Philippine National Police.
His neighbor in Luna, La Union province, informed INQUIRER.internet, "He was quiet, unassuming and never bragged about his police work." They came upon the small print of his work only after his dying while on obligation in Mamasapano, Maguindanao province.
Omar leaves behind a wife, PO2 Gae Ann Guiniling – who can also be a member of the SAF – and a brother decided to finish his police schooling.
"Regardless of what occurred to my brother, I will proceed my police schooling and develop into an officer like him," younger brother Ezar stated.
Omar was awarded on Sept. 13, 2014, a Medal of Heroism, which is earned from an act of heroism not involving battle with an armed enemy. He was additionally one of many troopers who defended Zamboanga City through the 2013 siege.
34. Police Officer 2 Rodel Eva Ramacula
PO2 Rodel Ramacula – a native of Rosario, Northern Samar province – was good pals with PO2 Noel Balaca, his classmate at police academy, from which they graduated in 2010. Their multiple photographs throughout and past training camps crammed the Facebook feeds of their fellow classmates.
Amongst his accomplishments as a member of the Philippine National Police Special Motion Pressure was a Medal of Benefit – dated Oct. 1, 2013 – for "his meritorious and invaluable providers rendered as member of the SAF." He was additionally one of the troopers who defended Zamboanga Metropolis through the siege on Sept. 9, 2013.
Another classmate of Rodel's on Facebook shared how she, too, was near the slain soldier, even making plans to see one another in the course of the latter's vacation.
"Saan man kayo naroon classmates, babaunin n'yo ang masayang alaala natin sa training. All the trials we encountered. By no means say die, sabi mo mate Ramacula. Salamat sa inyong tapat na paglilingkod at paghandog ng inyong buhay para sa bayan. Lagi ko kayong pinagdarasal. Kapiling na kayo ng ating Panginoon," she wrote.
Rodel and Noel have been additionally classmates with Police Officers 1 Windel Candano, Angel Kodiamat and Mark Lory Clemencio. Collectively, they belonged to "Mabikas" Class of 2010.
35. Police Officer 2 Romeo Valles Senin II
PO2 Romeo Senin II died a hero.
This his sister Rose Keidy Senin says many times on her Fb account. #MyHero, she says. A hero indeed, she repeats.
Rose will miss, among many different reminiscences of her older brother, their yearly "kakulitan" when she'd go house every December, her Kuya Romeo's arm draped on her shoulders when collectively, the laughter every time she was mistaken for his wife or girlfriend.
"I wanna inform the whole world how proud i'm to be your sister.. you're our HERO!" Rose reposts.
Romeo – or Romed, as his identify appeared on his Fb account, typically used photographs of his wife Edelyn as his profile and cover photographs. He final up to date his profile picture on Jan. 19, six days earlier than his demise, with one which had the phrase, "Reside nicely, chuckle typically, love a lot…"
Edelyn retains as her profile image a photo of her and her husband, all smiles. On Jan. 22, Edelyn had used as her cowl photograph a quote, "I'm proud of MY LIFE and I might not let anyone RUIN it." She modified it two days later.
Romeo and Edelyn were married three months ago last year in Iligan City. That they had planned to have a toddler once he obtained again from his deployment in Zamboanga Metropolis.
36. Police Officer 1 Russel Bawaan Bilog
PO1 Russel Bilog joined the Philippine National Police in 2011 after completing his degree in BS Criminology from College of the Cordilleras.
The remains of the 28-year-old, who hails from the Mountain Province, have been welcomed by the the people who beloved him. Sagada elders carried out rituals to pay tribute to the fallen hero.
37. Police Officer 1 Angel C. Kodiamat
For PO1 Angel Kodiamat –a native of Bontoc, Mountain Province – a lifetime of police service runs within the household.
He graduated from Mountain Province State Polytechnic School in 2009.
Angel was honored together with six differen
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