Visitacion Guarin De La Pena

Visitacion Guarin De La Pena of Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Philippines died November 5, 2004. She was 71. She was born on April 5, 1933 in E.B. Magalona, Negros Occidental, Philippines, a daughter of the late Simon Guarin and Teresa Vasquez. Her husband, Urbano Gaban De La Pena died March 26, 1976. Two sisters Julia and Lydia and two brothers Bonifacio and Florencio all died previously. Surviving are five sons, Fr. Rick De La Pena of Kingston, NY; Ortolito De La Pena of Silay City, Philippines; Ordonio De La Pena of E.B. Magalona, Philippines; Orlando De La Pena, Silay City, Philippines; Fr. Dani De La Pena, West New York, NJ; three daughters Maria Luz Cruz of Milan, Italy; Orlanda Wyatt of White Plains, NY; and Eufemia Ezpeleta of Milan, Italy; one brother Oscar Guarin of E.B. Magalona, Philippines. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, November 17, 2004 at San Diego Church, Silay City, Negros Occidental, Philippines. Her sons Fr. Rick and Fr. Dani will be the principal concelebrants. His Excellency Vicente Navarra, D.D., Bishop of Bacolod, Philippines will preach. Diocesan & Visiting Priests will also concelebrate. Interment will be in the San Diego Catholic Cemetery, Silay City, Philippines. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Church, Kingston, NY in December. ---------------------------- Dearest Fr. Rick, Jai Isu!! Your letter conveying the sad news abut the death of your mother has just been received. I can imagine how shocked all of you must be. I offer you my heart felt condolences in your hour of sadness and pain. I will offer tomorrow's mass for the departed soul. With much prayers, Yours in Christ, Fr. Ignace Sj from Gujarat-India. Dear Fr. Rick, Condolences and assure you of our prayerful support to the bereaved family. May her soul rest in PEACE. With love and prayers Fr. Jose Podimattam Mis sinceros pésames, Padre! Y le pido a dios para toda la familia, S. Renee PLEASE PASS BACK TO FATHER RICK OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. From Tim McGuire Dear Fr. Rick, I am sorry to hear the loss of your mom. Please know that I'll include her in my prayers. alex We'll join you in praying for the quick recovery of your beloved Mom. Courage! God is always with you! Fr. Bobby Mac Roxas, SDB Dear Father Rick My prayers are with you at this sad time. Your loss will be God's gain. Trust in Him for peace and comfort at this time. You do a wonderful work and your messages have spoken deeply to me many times. I know that God will keep you in His love at this time. Love and God Bless Janice You know our prayers are with you, your mom, and your family! Travel safely! Dick Frohmiller Dear Fr. Rick: So very sad to read and learn of your loss!!!!Elaine and I both have been there and we both know the feeling and situation....Our very best to you through your loss along with your family. Cordially and Warmly, Ron & Elaine Ridolph Father, please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. I will miss you during your absence. Have a safe trip. Gert Babcock Program Assistant, Chaplain Program/ANC Castle Point and Montrose Campuses Castle Point x5408 - Montrose x2125 Dear Fr. Rick - I am deeply saddened to read the tragic news of your mother, and I want you to know that she has been remembered in our prayers. I am remembering you also, and am praying for your strength, and eventual peace in this grief-filled time. I can imagine what you are enduring now, as my mother died way too soon many years ago, and I also lost my eighteen year-old daughter to leukemia fifteen years ago. No matter how devout our faith, we are never ready to accept our loved ones' death, for our lives are never again the same. We never get over the loss. You give so much of yourself to so many of us, and I am grateful. We will miss you while you're gone, and we'll look forward to your return. My husband, Bo, joins me in sending you our prayers and heartfelt sympathy. God be with you. Mary Ann Rønne-Lotz Dear Father Rick, I am a friend of Gary Gubinski's via a Catholic web log group, and he advised us just now of your mother's passing into eternal life. Please accept our deepest sympathies and prayers. God bless her soul, and may He grant you and your family peace at this time. Blessings always in Christ, Mark MARK W. NELSON Denver CO 'For we know that in everything, God works for good for those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.' Romans 8:28 <>< My prayers are with you and your family and for her soul! Fr. be at peace that she no longer suffers the pain she had.... Gary Gubinski Father, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this sad, sad time... . . Bob Dear Father Rick, Thank you for your email regarding your Mom. Never having met or known your mother in person, I feel that in a way I do know her, because I know you. Her face, is your face, her goodness, is your goodness, and her faith, became your faith. Please take comfort in our faith and know that your Mom is safe and happy in the hands of our loving God. With love, Nancy Garraghan Father Rick We are so sorry to hear about your mom. She has suffered enough and surely went straight to Heaven. May she rest in Peace. She is in our prayers. love Mary and Dick Zeeh Father Rick, We are so sorry about the passing of your sweet mother. We will be praying for you and your whole family. Take care. Fondly, Dave, Ellen, Brandon and Travis Rask Dear Fr. Rick, Of course I will pray for your Mom and whole family and our program will, as well. I am so sorry. The comfort we all have is that she is in a better place, thank God. I know she was a very good woman because I see one of her fruits - you! If I can help you in any way during this time besides praying, please let me know. Gloria Father Rick, I am very sorry to hear about your mom's death. I will keep you all in prayer; I am sure this is a very difficult moment for you. Be assured of our support as well. Thank you for informing us. Peace, Sister Dorothy Dear Father Rick, My prayers are with you and your family on your mom's death. Know that she is no longer suffering, but enjoying eternal peace with God. Peace be with you and yours. Fondly, Marilyn Koster Dear Fr. Rick, Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. My deep and sincere condolences. May God be with you all and comfort you at this difficult time. I will pray for the repose of her soul and for you all. God Bless you, strengthen you and grant you peace Nadine