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12/26 to 12/29- Viewing at St. Peter Memorial Chapel, Landayan, San Pedro Laguna, Philippines
12/30 Interment at Manila Memorial Sucat, Paranaque City, MM, Philippines
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20 tributes have been left in memory of Erlinda Restituto.
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with Heartfelt sympathy, Tita Lyn you will always be in our hearts ❤ (kayong 3 Tita Vilma and Tito also) From Zita Alvarez and Jennifer Miranda
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Hi Mama, As much as we’re heartbroken and missing you now, I feel grateful that you are finally resting and with God. Being reunited up there with Papa, Kuya Mike, and your beloved brothers and sisters, at this special time of celebration and special family reunions brings us peace and comfort. We’ve created this space to honour and remember you, but it will also offer us solace and joy in celebrating the life you’re led and the hearts you’ve touched. Thank you Mama - you and and Papa have been the best parents one could have, showing us by example how to be strong and independent, kind and grateful, generous and forgiving, humble and joyful. I hope I’ve made you proud as I continually strive to be the kind of mother and person you have been. I will be strong and smile through the tears, as I remember you. My children, your apos - Alyssa, Ryan, Jessica and Alex, are so blessed to have spent special moments with you. We love you and will you miss you and Papa so much.
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This song reminds me of my Mom. Enjoy this simple version done by two sisters....
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Today is a day that people don't want to see their loved ones leave this earth. Hi! My name is Kirby Ngo. I'm the husband of Cristina Restituto, Erlinda’s youngest daughter. I would like to share my personal and family relationship within my mother-in-law. Before I start my testimonial, I would like to say thank to everyone who are participating or reading everyone’s messages to her. I met my mother in law only a few days before the wedding day. She resided in the Philippines while my fiancée, her daughter and I at that time lived here in the US. I already knew that my mother-in-law was a Filipino teacher. I thought that that it would be easy to get to know her since I speak the language. When I started having a conversation with her, I didn’t think that I should be watching my grammar. Back then I didn’t realize that her mastery of the language was profound and that I wasn’t even close to speaking it correctly. I never felt that she looked down on me because I speak “baluktot” or what we call lousy Tagalog. She never corrected me. When I talked to her she appeared relaxed and listened to everything I said. She was open to any kinds of stories and doesn’t pass judgement on her crazy son in law. I guess, I can say now that I did pass her standards. As proof I am now the husband of Cristina. As time went on, I had to remind myself that I shouldn’t be joking around with her all the time since she may think it’s disrespectful. But after a few years, I started feeling more comfortable and accepted by her and the rest of the family. When we’d call her, we would tell jokes and she would share a new word in Tagalog for me to learn. I loved laughing with her. And I can say we got along quite well. I do miss my mother in law especially the joke time and discussing serious matters in life. Two days ago, one of her former students called the siblings on FB and I heard her talk about my mother-in-law. She remembers how most of them hated learning Filipino but because she always had stories to tell, they learned to appreciate the subject and looked forward to every class. They’ve kept in touch and always included her in their class reunions. I was overwhelmed by how she described her fondly and realized how she touched a lot of her students. One thing I can say to all my mother-in-law’s students, Erlinda Restituto left us with an exceptional legacy as a teacher, mother and as a good human being. You guys are the best students. You all embody humility and kindness. And she was lucky to have you all in her lifetime. I’m sure she is looking down on us now from Heaven and saying, “Don’t worry, life continues on.” For sure, she is in Good Hands now. I love you Mother! RIP.
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My family and I are previleged to have been able to share her time on earth. I know that she is looking after all of us from great beyond. We love you and may you rest in peace.
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With Van Sabillo-Buenaventura and Erin Buenaventura Sep 21, 2005
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It rained hail yesterday in California. This brought a smile on our otherwise grieving period. I felt that you were with Him and said they needed that. Thank you!- Cristina
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Growing up people always made the comment that I don't look like my parents, but most like my Lola Lyn. It didn't bother me; my Lola was a teacher and a writer - who knew I would begin to follow in her footsteps. I was not only her granddaughter, but secretary at times who typed out her emails to all of her students. Not only did I learn Tagalog from this, but I learned how to decode her hard-to-read cursive. She cared a lot for her students and every email and letter was written with love. She was strict at times...but a strong figure in raising my siblings and cousins and I, even from another country. We love and miss her, but I am happy she is with Lolo Ding now...and neighbors with Lola Vhie again :)
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With Van Sabillo-Buenaventura and Erin Buenaventura Sep 21, 2005
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Dear Tita Lynn, Daghang salamat sa inspirasyon na ibinigay niyo sa akin para pasukin ang larangan ng pagtuturo. RIP! Ella
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