The faces of the #SAF44 | 0585A3N | 2024-01-21 17:08:01
INQUIRER.internet remembers eve
THE LEGACIES of the 44 brave males who died on Jan. 25 in Mamasapano, Maguindanao province, transcend the camouflage they wore, the black berets they earned and the medals they merited as members of the Philippine National Police Particular Action Pressure.
INQUIRER.internet remembers every of the #SAF44 by means of brief profiles on their lives not only as policemen but as household males, as pals, as colleagues, as countrymen.
The profiles under are a work in progress.
1. Police Senior Inspector Ryan Ballesteros Pabalinas
The final time Ryan Ballesteros Pabalinas left his house, his wife Erica and their daughter didn't want him to go.
She shared, on 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."
But Ryan left. Erica stated, "My husband put obligation first before family and I perceive."
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 remainder of the nation, Ryan is a policeman and a hero. But to the people who beloved him, he was Rye, a cherished husband, father, son, brother, cousin, uncle, good friend.
"Kuya Rye! Thank you for defending the nation and its citizens. We'll miss you!" certainly one of his cousins wrote on Fb.
His sister Ray-Anne posted a photo of the guide "Conquerors" and shared, "Keep in mind this guide, Kuya Rye? You gave me this e-book after you graduated [from] PNPA. All of the leaders mentioned listed here are more than conquerors. Bro, you and your troops are greater than conquerors! More than what they referred to as elite commandos! More than heroes! You're all armies of God despatched here from Heaven to guard the lives of the innocents…"
That ebook is now on an altar in their household residence in Common Santos City. Within the middle is a crucifix and a rosary, and spread round them are footage of Ryan, other books, messages and pieces of his life 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 the USA 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 ahead 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 National Police Academy as Baron of Class 2009, believed in the importance of schooling. He was a man of ambition and his goals weren't just his personal. Eager to secure a superb future for him, his bride-to-be and their future household, he helped finance Suzette's studies in New Zealand, the place she is taking a business course. He was pursuing his doctorate at the time of his dying.
One in every of Garry's siblings – who call him John – wrote on Fb: "We're so pleased with you Kuya! All the time! And also you by no means fail to shock us together with your feats. Hindi ko alam na ganyan na kadami awards mo. Love youuuu!"
And: "You all the time encourage us by how you reside and think about life. I all the time look as much as you, Kuya. And all the time will."
Margaret created a Facebook album as a tribute to Garry. She referred to as it, "My pricey Captain, my pricey greatest good friend, my pricey brother."
Another sibling posted a photograph of their family at the Great Wall of China with the caption: "I can't imagine our next fam trip."
three. Police Senior Inspector Max Jim Ramirez Tria
Max Jim Ramirez Tria, nicknamed Mac-mac by his household, was the one one among five 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 Particular Motion Drive (SAF), Tria's father Guillermo – 53 and also a senior inspector – had told the Inquirer.
Even earlier than becoming a member of the SAF, Tria had attained prime honors in sniper faculty, commando and scout ranger training, and in dealing with explosives and ordinance.
Tria entered the Philippine National Police Academy proper 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 one of the best man in his wedding ceremony to a policewoman this Might 18.
Mac-mac's youngest brother Guio posted on his Fb web page a photograph of them collectively on the slain soldier's graduation day in Zamboanga.
"Kuya Mac, I gained't overlook what you stated to me once over drinks at residence. You informed me, "Bam, ought to anybody harm this household, a home will explode." But now, our hearts appear to be those exploding because you are not with us, as a result of we will not be with you. We'll always remember you. That is my brother and I really like him."
Guio stated on Fb that his Kuya Mac was "one of the bravest men I had in my life" and fiercely protective of their household.
"Kuya Mac, I gained't overlook what you stated to me once over drinks at house. You advised me, "Bam, should anybody harm this household, a home will explode." However now, our hearts seem to be the ones exploding since you are not with us, because we will not be with you. We'll always remember you," Guio wrote.
Tria was close to 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 a part of the Philippine National Police Academy's (PNPA) Class of 2010.
Described by many as humble, Cyrus was a born chief — he was a boy scout troop leader, he was a high school CAT officer, he was company commander of his PNPA class.
His relations, buddies, former academics and classmates have expressed their sorrow over his demise. Some of them wear shirts printed together with his face, his batchmates at Saint William's Academy welcomed him again to their hometown with a banner.
A comrade wrote: "TO PSI Cyrus Anniban, my bunkie, sir, you informed me that you'll anticipate me. You informed me that you'll 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 again…"
His loved ones have set up "Cyrus Anniban – Our Hero," a Facebook page devoted to him, where individuals have been sharing pictures and tributes.
One other web page posted a tribute to Cyrus: "He is, certainly, a high quality instance of a hero who fought for an abstract precept of loyalty, obligation and honor. He stood and died preventing. A real warrior…"
Cyrus was a veteran of the Zamboanga City siege.
5. Police Senior Inspector Gednat G. Tabdi
Senior Insp. Gednat Tabdi, 27, hails from Mountain Province and was part of the Philippine Nationwide Police Academy's Kapit-Bisig Class of 2009. At 17, he made the leap from learning veterinary drugs to enrolling on the police academy. He was 21 when he graduated.
He was dedicated 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: at the time of his dying, Gednat was excited for the delivery of his first youngster. His spouse Leah was pregnant with a child boy. They have been married simply last yr.
He also leaves behind his mother and father and five brothers, three of whom are policemen – one can also be a member of the Philippine National Police Particular Action Drive.
Inspired 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 spouse Merlyn celebrated their seventh wedding ceremony anniversary miles aside. It was Jan. 24, the day earlier than 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 other baby. The youngsters, whom Joey continuously checked on even whereas he was away on deployment, will now grow up with out their father.
"My husband really loved being in the service," his wife told the Inquirer. Joey, who's from Basilan province and who completed high school at Zamboanga Nationwide Excessive Faculty West, joined the PNP in 2009.
In 2012, Joey shared a photo from the Facebook page The PNP Families Behind the Badge. It had this caption: "There's a robust bond within the line of combat.. freedom just isn't free, we're prepared 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 if it meant being deployed on his birthday.
His father did not reside long enough to see him graduate from the Philippine National Police Academy in 2011 — he passed away the yr before. However Rennie's other relations have been there to have fun with him.
Rennie discovered another household in the members of the Philippine Nationwide Police Particular Action Pressure (PNP-SAF). Final September, he posted a photo of his troop on Facebook 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 at the PNP-SAF Challenge 2013.
Rennie beloved inspirational quotes, sharing them often 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 stop 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 are scared… not be afraid of us."
When he was a cadet, Rennie stored a figurine of a knight in his locker — a logo of valor, braveness 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…"
eight. Senior Police Officer 1 Lover L. Inocencio
SPO1 Lover Inocencio of Davao del Norte province was a family man. He spent the vacations together with his spouse Liezl and their only youngster, who turned 5 two days earlier than Christmas.
The 38-year-old served the nation for 13 years, becoming a member of the Philippine Nationwide Police in 2002.
He acquired a medal for his participation in the Zamboanga City siege.
9. Police Officer 3 Rodrigo F. Acob Jr.
Until his demise, Rodrigo Acob Jr. was a police officer by way of and thru. Rodrigo, who grew up in Aurora, Isabela province, graduated from Philippine School of Criminology in 2000 and joined the SAF a yr later.
On Fb, his profile image is the badge of the Philippine National Police with the phrases, "Not everyone is 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 coronary heart and mind. Of this we're proud."
He may be robust on the sector however at residence, out of his uniform, he was a loving father who showered his youngsters with affection. There are such a lot of pictures of Rodrigo together with his arm round his son and carrying his young daughter.
Rordigo spent the holiday season making reminiscences with the individuals he beloved: going to the mall together with his spouse and youngsters, celebrating Christmas together with his prolonged family, watching his daughter compete in a kiddie pageant, singing karaoke at a New Yr's celebration.
They are nonetheless reeling from the information of his demise.
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 three Andres Viernes Duque Jr.
PO3 Andres Duque Jr., 37, is from Aurora, Isabela province. He joined the Philippine National Police in 2007.
Andres' remains arrived in his hometown of Barangay Divisoria round 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 National High Faculty and Andres Bonifacio School.
A relative posted this tribute to him on Facebook:
"Thank your being an excellent uncle… Thanks for being a very good 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 wife 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 Fb page.
Noel graduated highschool in 1998 from Lepanto National Excessive Faculty in Mankayan, Benguet province. He continued his studies at University of the Cordilleras in Baguio City earlier than becoming a member of the Particular Action Drive.
His cousin Megan Abad shared on Facebook a video in tribute to Noel. The video compiled pictures of Noel – most of them together with his fellow officers of the Philippine Nationwide Police Particular Armed Forces – set to the music "Heaven Was Needing A Hero" by Jo Dee Messina.
Watch the video tribute here.
"Manong Noel you'll be certainly missed, especially your smiling face; you may be eternally in our lives. You are a HERO; Snappy SALUTE to you pricey cousin. Till we meet once more," Abad captioned the video.
14. Police Officer three Junrel Kibete
The Philippine flag is flying half-mast at Sta. Catalina Nationwide High Faculty where PO3 Junrel Kibete graduated.
Junrel, or Jun to family and friends, spent his youthful years in Negros Oriental province.
His childhood good friend 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 by no means lost his fun-loving aspect. That's what pals keep in mind probably the most about him—his teasing, joking methods.
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'll all the time stay 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 will probably 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 as the Pit from pole to pole,
I thank no matter gods could also be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I've not winced nor cried aloud.
Beneath the bludgeonings of probability
My head is bloody, however 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 grasp of my destiny:
I am the captain of my soul.
A cousin posted this tribute: "You might rest in peace, cousin. Thanks on your service to our country."
15. Police Officer 3 Jedz-in Abubakar Asjali
PO3 Jedz-in Asjali and his household lost their residence in the Zamboanga Metropolis siege last yr; they had to evacuate. But that didn't cease Jedz from serving the nation.
Originally from Western Mindanao University, the 38-year-old joined the Philippine National Police (PNP) in 2002.
Jedz was the breadwinner of the family. He had 4 siblings, together with a younger brother Ibrahim who needed to hitch him in the PNP Special Motion Pressure. His mother advised Bombo Radyo that the final time he left their residence, he gave her a kiss and advised her not to be sad, that he can be back as a result of he nonetheless needed to get married.
Friends and family members, nonetheless in disbelief over the information of his demise, continue to flood his Facebook with needs for him to "rest in peace." They want solutions, they want justice.
On that very same page is a photo of Jedz from his coaching 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 three Robert Dommolog Allaga
Robert Allaga, 35, joined the Philippine Nationwide Police in 2005. He was from Banaue, Ifugao province.
An uncle stated Robert spent his childhood in the mining town of Itogon while his father worked on the Antamok mines.
Robert graduated from a criminology course at College of Baguio.
His remains have been laid to rest beside the Allaga family's ancestral house in Sitio Patok, Barangay Poitan. Pallbearers had to use an "allasiw" or "batawil" (bamboo cradle) to hold his flag-draped coffin to the remote space.
17. Police Officer 3 John Lloyd Rebamonte Sumbilla
Thirty-three-year-old PO3 John Lloyd Sumbilla had all the time needed to die in battle.
His wife 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 city. He valued his work as a policeman although he felt like individuals didn't all the time recognize it.
On February 6, 2014, he posted a photo with these phrases: "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 a picture 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 favored watching films — that was one of the ways he took a break from his dangerous job. The last one he watched was American Sniper. He needed to observe it once more.
The final time they talked, Rachel warned him about their operation. "Baka delikado yan."
He replied, "Hindi, walang mangyayaring masama sa akin."
When she asked how he was positive, he stated, "Kasi tagaligtas kami, hero kami."
Rachel is five months pregnant with their first youngster. She stated she would tell 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 on the necrological providers on Jan. 30.
18. Police Officer 2 Amman Misuari Esmula
PO2 Amman Misuari Esmula, 34, turned lively within the Philippine National Police Special Action Pressure in 2006. He was from Zamboanga Metropolis and a graduate of Western Mindanao State College.
He leaves behind his wife Elisa and their 5 youngsters.
At the necrological service at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig, she informed Agence France-Presse that she couldn't take the fight medal from President Aquino: ""My head was spinning. I used to be confused. I still can't consider what happened to my husband."
19. Police Officer 2 Peterson I. Carap
PO2 Peterson Carap, 36 and from Benguet province, joined the Philippine Nationwide Police in 2007.
Peterson's wife Janet and Solomon Agayso, Peterson's classmate and teammate who survived the bloody encounter, informed GMA about Peterson's last moments of heroism.
Solomon stated, "Naghahanap sila kung sino mag-point man sa workforce namin. Ako ang tinatawag pero siya ang nag-volunteer, siya ang nagsabing "Ako na lang." 'Pag nasa unahan ka kasi, ikaw ang mapapa-engage."
Though pained by his demise, Janet is making an attempt to return to terms with the choices 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 but made positive to tell 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 (Money can't buy good reminiscences we might share) and the years that we're going to reside together."
Peterson additionally leaves behind a younger son. Individuals say he seems identical to his father.
Peterson was honored together with six other policemen hailing from the Cordillera area during 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 affect him," Ellen stated, even when the thought nervous her; she and her husband all the time talked concerning the dangers of being a 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 troopers. Roger's father Herminio stated that while 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 demise, 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 close to 7,000 occasions, is about to the music "Kawal ang Tatay Ko" and exhibits Nicky in his PNP and SAF uniforms, on a ship, by a aircraft, in the jungle, at work. There are pictures from his personal life too: Nicky at Jollibee, pre-nup footage, a date together with his spouse, 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's from San Luis, Aurora province, favored sending flowers to Roselle whereas he was away on deployment. She shared a photograph of one of the bouquets on-line 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 brand new father. His spouse's Facebook profile image exhibits them kissing their newborn.
Even his fraternity, Tau Gamma Phi, is mourning.
A good friend wrote: "You're now an angel, pare. Rest 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 shouldn't be 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.
Other relations agree that Glenn was a very good guy.
His aunt Myrna advised Inquirer about how he got here to assistance from kinfolk 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: "An actual hero From Dulag Leyte..PO2 Glenn Bedua..he was a man of few phrases however filled with actions..an excellent pal, a responsible father and a unprecedented regulation enforcer..My snappy salute…"
Adelisa stated, "All he needed was to serve the nation and shield the individuals however his life was taken too quickly. Now I don't know that to do."
23. Police Officer 2 Chum Goc-ong Agabon
There's a picture of PO2 Chum Agabon holding a cake on Facebook. On the cake, written in blue icing, are the words "Smile tol Chum!"
"Who would have thought this may be your last birthday cake?" a pal wrote.
Chum, who hails from Iligan City, was solely 31 when he misplaced his life.
There are various issues Chum might have written in the work part of his Facebook profile: Police officer. SAF. Elite commando. Black beret. However as an alternative, he wrote "Peacemaker."
Chum had been making an attempt help maintain peace within the nation since 2009 when he joined the Philippine Nationwide Police. He acquired a Medal of Valor for his participation within the arrest of Abu Sayyaf member Yatim Batah (Yatin Hakimin).
Considered one of Chum's pals wrote: "They didn't know the best way to fill their empty abdomen while our tables (have been) filled with blessings… They have been holding their guns whereas we have been busy with our devices… They have been awake once we have been sleeping in peace… JUSTICE is what we seek!"
Tributes proceed to pour in from family and friends members. There's a video memorial dedicated to Chum—footage of Chum's smiling face, Chum and his family, Chum with associates, Chum sightseeing across the Philippines, Chum in his uniform.
There are phrases too, loving words: "Somebody as special as you'll never be forgotten… You're perpetually remembered, eternally missed… We'll all the time cherish the gorgeous reminiscences of you… We love you Chum."
His identify says all of it. Chum—a buddy, a pal.
And as his associates wrote, "There isn't any great love than to lay down one's life for pals."
Chum was a member of the Alpha Phi Omega fraternity, which lost six different members in 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 good friend 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 stays have been brought 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 native of Oras, Japanese Samar province, would also be remembered for his lovely voice.
This his classmate from Philippine School of Criminology – after which he passed the Criminology Licensure Examination in 2010 – made positive to mention in a Facebook publish she shared to teams dedicated to the 44 slain soldiers.
Noel was also good buddies with PO2 Rodel Ramacula. Their multiple photographs throughout and past 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. Collectively, they belonged to "Mabikas" Class of 2010.
Noel's family also had only reward for the policeman. He last spent time with them Christmas last year.
"To me, he was a very nice guy … 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 really the one his household relies on)," his aunt additionally posted.
Noel was also a huge fan of Christian evangelist Nick Vujicic, if his Facebook account is any indication. The 30-something policeman had appreciated 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 means.
In his want to complete his degree in BS Criminology at University of the Cordilleras, he labored exhausting, first as a janitor and then a crew member at a fast food joint, in accordance with the Philippine News Company.
One in every 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 National 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 spouse and youngster.
His sister Corazon is even more decided to pursue her dream of joining the PNP in honor of her brother. Joel has also inspired many from his village to turn out to be either a police officer or soldier, even out of faculty youth and the unemployed.
Family, associates and neighbors expressed messages of affection and mourning at Joel's burial and on-line.
"Saludo kami sa'yo, bayani ng bayan," one signal learn.
A pal wrote on Facebook: "Reminiscences will remain and be cherished perpetually… ISA KANG TUNAY NA TAGALIGTAS!"
27. Police Officer 2 Godofredo Basak Cabanlet
PO2 Godofredo Cabanlet – a native of Lanao del Norte province – joined the Philippine National Police in 2008 after graduating with a level in BS Criminology from Misamis College. He was proud to be part of the SAF. He liked his job a lot that he used his Tagaligtas patch as his Fb profile picture.
However then he found a new position that he beloved even more: father.
Godofredo changed his profile image to a photo of his lovely child daughter.
She was born months after he acquired 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 only 33 when he was killed in the Mamasapano operation.
The nation misplaced a superb man. A younger woman lost a father.
28. Police Officer 2 Franklin Cadap Danao
"Second New Yr's Eve together," she wrote on Fb final December. She had no concept it might be their last.
Many hearts have been broken on Jan. 25, the day of the bloody Mamapasano operation. One among them was Kathy's, the girlfriend of PO2 Franklin Danao.
She had been waiting 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 Particular 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 numerous dates, kissing each other's cheeks, his arms around her waist or shoulders, the cake he gave her on her birthday. It learn: "Completely happy birthday Honey Kath — Frank."
"Thank you for the love, care and help my love, I'll cherish each second spent with you…," she wrote.
Kathy isn't the only one grieving the loss of Franklin. There has been an outpouring of affection for him from relations, buddies, previous schoolmates, even strangers.
A cousin posted: "It's so soon, fast and surprising… you will remain in our hearts as a sort, loving, considerate, compassionate cousin, brother, son, nephew, uncle to all of us…"
"Endlessly in my coronary heart," Kathy wrote.
29. Police Officer 2 Walner Faustino Danao
On-line, PO2 Walner Danao and his wife make no secret their love and adoration for his or her daughter Juliana Elize.
The names on each their Facebook accounts have been modified to incorporate her identify, their partitions affected by 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 City.
His mom Angie shared her disbelief and harm on Fb, "To our beloved son, Walner Danao, it's painful to assume that at your young age you've gone, we love you a lot. You misplaced your life for the love of your nation. My God give us courage to face this painful second."
Walner 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.
30. Police Officer 2 Jerry Dailay Kayob
PO2 Jerry Kayob was honored together with six other policemen hailing from the Cordillera area during a Mass on the headquarters of the Cordillera police. His remains arrived early morning on Jan. 31.
Household, pals and other mourners paid their final respects to Jerry by way of prayers, track and dance, and private stories 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 rest on 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 44 members of the Philippine National Police Special Motion Drive that went to Mamasapano, Maguindanao province.
He passed 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 troopers belonged.
Beyond the badge, Noble leaves behind a spouse and young son, who have been photographed in entrance of his flag-draped coffin in the course of 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 together with six different 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 house protected after defending Zamboanga City through the siege in 2013, his family thought the worst was over.
That very same day, Buk – Ephraim's nickname – was killed together 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 family was in December last yr during a weeklong trip.
His sister Pretty posted on Buk's Facebook wall on Jan. 26, seemingly unaware of what had transpired. "Here we go again. After the Zamboanga incident, it's Maguindanao now. Father, might you all the time watch over Kuya Ephraim and our entire family. 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 one another again in heaven."
Buk, a local of San Nicholas, Pangasinan province, joined the Philippine National Police Particular Action Pressure in 2008.
Buk leaves behind Miya and their 2-year-old daughter. He had all the time needed to build 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 other 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 incorporates a message from your complete family: "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 family 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 status as a member of the elite Special Motion Pressure of the Philippine National Police.
His neighbor in Luna, La Union province, advised 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 demise while on obligation in Mamasapano, Maguindanao province.
Omar leaves behind a spouse, PO2 Gae Ann Guiniling – who can also be a member of the SAF – and a brother decided to complete his police schooling.
"Despite what happened to my brother, I will proceed my police schooling and grow to be an officer like him," youthful brother Ezar stated.
Omar was awarded on Sept. 13, 2014, a Medal of Heroism, which is earned from an act of heroism not involving conflict with an armed enemy. He was also one of the troopers who defended Zamboanga City through the 2013 siege.
34. Police Officer 2 Rodel Eva Ramacula
PO2 Rodel Ramacula – a local of Rosario, Northern Samar province – was good buddies with PO2 Noel Balaca, his classmate at police academy, from which they graduated in 2010. Their a number of photographs during and beyond training camps crammed the Facebook feeds of their fellow classmates.
Among his accomplishments as a member of the Philippine National Police Particular Action Pressure was a Medal of Benefit – dated Oct. 1, 2013 – for "his meritorious and invaluable providers rendered as member of the SAF." He was also one of many troopers who defended Zamboanga Metropolis through the siege on Sept. 9, 2013.
One other classmate of Rodel's on Fb shared how she, too, was close to 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. Never 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. Together, 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 residence every December, her Kuya Romeo's arm draped on her shoulders when together, the laughter each time she was mistaken for his spouse or girlfriend.
"I wanna tell the whole world how proud i am to be your sister.. you're our HERO!" Rose reposts.
Romeo – or Romed, as his identify appeared on his Fb account, typically used pictures of his spouse Edelyn as his profile and cover photographs. He last updated his profile image on Jan. 19, six days earlier than his dying, with one which had the phrase, "Reside nicely, giggle typically, love much…"
Edelyn keeps as her profile picture a photograph of her and her husband, all smiles. On Jan. 22, Edelyn had used as her cover 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 acquired again from his deployment in Zamboanga City.
36. Police Officer 1 Russel Bawaan Bilog
PO1 Russel Bilog joined the Philippine Nationwide Police in 2011 after finishing his diploma in BS Criminology from College of the Cordilleras.
The stays of the 28-year-old, who hails from the Mountain Province, have been welcomed by the the people who beloved him. Sagada elders performed rituals to pay tribute to the fallen hero.
37. Police Officer 1 Angel C. Kodiamat
For PO1 Angel Kodiamat –a local of Bontoc, Mountain Province – a life of police service runs in the household.
He graduated from Mountain Province State Polytechnic School in 2009.
Angel was honored together with six other policemen hailing from the Cordillera area during a Mass on the headquarters of the Cordillera police. #faces #saf44 #us #uk #world #top #news #HotTopics #TopStories #Money
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