The faces of the #SAF44 | 7X9I44R | 2024-01-26 17:08:01
The faces of the #SAF44 | 7X9I44R | 2024-01-26 17:08:01
INQUIRER.internet remembers each of the
THE LEGACIES of the 44 brave men 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 Special Motion Drive.
INQUIRER.internet remembers each of the #SAF44 by way of brief profiles on their lives not solely as policemen however as family men, as pals, 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 home, 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 earlier than family and I understand."
Ryan, who graduated from the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) in 2006, liked being a policeman. He even dressed his toddler daughter in tiny versions of his PNP uniforms.
To the remainder of the country, Ryan is a policeman and a hero. However to the people who beloved him, he was Rye, a cherished husband, father, son, brother, cousin, uncle, good friend.
"Kuya Rye! Thanks for defending the country and its residents. We'll miss you!" one in every of his cousins wrote on Facebook.
His sister Ray-Anne posted a photo of the guide "Conquerors" and shared, "Keep in mind this e-book, Kuya Rye? You gave me this guide after you graduated [from] PNPA. All the leaders talked about listed here are greater than conquerors. Bro, you and your troops are greater than conquerors! Greater than what they referred to as elite commandos! Greater than heroes! You're all armies of God sent here from Heaven to protect the lives of the innocents…"
That e-book is now on an altar of their family 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 pieces of his life of service.
Erica stated, "My husband gave his life to say peace. He positioned service to the individuals before 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 informed her his coaching in the USA would coincide together with her big day, she decided to maneuver 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 within the importance of schooling. He was a man of ambition and his goals weren't just his own. Eager to safe 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 at the time of his dying.
Considered one of Garry's siblings – who name him John – wrote on Facebook: "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 encourage us by how you live and look at life. I all the time look up to 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 pal, my pricey brother."
Another sibling posted a photo of their household on the Great Wall of China with the caption: "I can't imagine our subsequent fam trip."
three. Police Senior Inspector Max Jim Ramirez Tria
Max Jim Ramirez Tria, nicknamed Mac-mac by his family, was the only one among 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 National Police Special 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 coaching, and in dealing with explosives and ordinance.
Tria entered the Philippine National Police Academy proper after commencement from the CSU Laboratory Faculties and got here out one of many 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 photo of them together 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, ought to anybody harm this household, a home will explode." But 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. This is my brother and I really like him."
Guio stated on Facebook that his Kuya Mac was "one of the bravest men I had in my life" and fiercely protecting of their family.
"Kuya Mac, I gained't overlook what you stated to me once over drinks at residence. You informed me, "Bam, ought to anyone harm this family, a house will explode." But now, our hearts seem 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," Guio wrote.
Tria was near Senior Inspectors Ryan Pabalinas, John Garry Erana and Joey Gamutan, also among the many 44 slain.
4. Police Senior Insp. Cyrus Paleyan Anniban
Senior Insp. Cyrus Anniban of Balbalan, Kalinga province, was a part of the Philippine Nationwide Police Academy's (PNPA) Class of 2010.
Described by many as humble, Cyrus was a born leader — he was a boy scout troop chief, he was a highschool CAT officer, he was company commander of his PNPA class.
His relations, associates, former academics and classmates have expressed their sorrow over his demise. A few 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 informed me that you'll look forward to me. You informed me that you'll all the time be on my aspect. I salute you, sir, on 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 Fb page dedicated to him, where individuals have been sharing photographs and tributes.
Another web page posted a tribute to Cyrus: "He is, certainly, a effective example of a hero who fought for an summary principle of loyalty, obligation and honor. He stood and died preventing. A real 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 Nationwide 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 Metropolis siege, the place he witnessed the deaths of his pals and comrades. While there, his goal became clear. He wanted to get married and build a family.
He was properly on his approach: on the time of his demise, Gednat was excited for the delivery of his first youngster. His wife Leah was pregnant with a child boy. They have been married just last yr.
He additionally 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 Particular Action Pressure.
Inspired by Gednat's heroism, his youngest brother who still in school says he needs to hitch the PNP and turn into 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 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 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 is from Basilan province and who finished high school at Zamboanga Nationwide 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 is a robust bond within the line of fight.. freedom isn't free, we are 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 stay long sufficient to see him graduate from the Philippine Nationwide Police Academy in 2011 — he handed away the yr before. However Rennie's other relations have been there to have fun with him.
Rennie discovered one other family within the members of the Philippine National Police Particular Motion Drive (PNP-SAF). Last September, he posted a photograph of his troop on Fb with the caption: "Not all brothers have the same 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 liked inspirational quotes, sharing them repeatedly together with his associates.
On Jan. 2, he posted a photo from the Rosenberg Police Division displaying a policeman with the words: "Mother and father, please stop telling your youngsters that we'll haul them off to jail if they're dangerous. We would like them to run to us if they're 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, courage and honor, values that he lived by.
His cousins have paid tribute to their beloved Kuya Renren on-line:
"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 holidays together with his wife Liezl and their solely youngster, who turned 5 two days before Christmas.
The 38-year-old served the nation for 13 years, becoming a member of the Philippine National Police in 2002.
He acquired a medal for his participation in the Zamboanga City siege.
9. Police Officer three Rodrigo F. Acob Jr.
Until his dying, 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 Fb, his profile picture is the badge of the Philippine National Police with the phrases, "Not everyone seems to be given this privilege… to serve and shield. That is the rationale for our being… It's the lifeblood of our character… The badge of profitable your heart and mind. Of this we are proud."
He could also be robust on the sector but at house, out of his uniform, he was a loving father who showered his youngsters with affection. There are such a lot of photographs 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 liked: 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're still reeling from the information of his demise.
His spouse wrote on Facebook in response to a relative: "…ang aga naman niya akong iniwan."
10. Police Officer 3 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 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.
Initially 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 Fb:
"Thank your being a great uncle… Thank you for being a great brother-in-law… Thank you for all the time being there in occasions of our problems… We are very pleased with you… We love you… Farewell, Jun… Hanggang sa muling pagkikita…"
He leaves behind a spouse and a 7-year-old baby.
13. Police Officer 3 Noel Onangey Golocan
PO3 Noel Golocan, 34, shall be remembered by relations for his "smiling face"; his spouse Angeli has up a profile photograph with him on her Fb page.
Noel graduated highschool in 1998 from Lepanto National High Faculty in Mankayan, Benguet province. He continued his studies at College of the Cordilleras in Baguio Metropolis before becoming a member of the Special Action Pressure.
His cousin Megan Abad shared on Facebook a video in tribute to Noel. The video compiled photographs of Noel – most of them together with his fellow officers of the Philippine Nationwide Police Special Armed Forces – set to the track "Heaven Was Needing A Hero" by Jo Dee Messina.
Watch the video tribute here.
"Manong Noel you may be certainly missed, especially your smiling face; you'll be perpetually in our lives. You're a HERO; Snappy SALUTE to you pricey cousin. Till 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 advised the Inquirer: "Mula noong bata pa kami ang nakita ko kay Jun mabait na tao talaga siya. Hindi malakwatsa. Mula noong nasa high school pa pa siya CAT officer na siya, hanggang school officer pa din. Mabungisngis, palatawa (kahit might) problema."
He grew as much as be an elite commando however he never lost his fun-loving aspect. That's what buddies 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 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 cover photograph:
Out of the night time that covers me,
Black because the Pit from pole to pole,
I thank no matter 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.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And but the menace of the years
Finds, and shall discover, me unafraid.
It matters 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 family lost their residence within the Zamboanga Metropolis siege last yr; they had to evacuate. But that didn't cease Jedz from serving the nation.
Initially from Western Mindanao University, the 38-year-old joined the Philippine National 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 Action Drive. His mother informed Bombo Radyo that the last time he left their residence, he gave her a kiss and advised her to not be sad, that he can be again as a result of he still wanted to get married.
Family and friends members, still in disbelief over the news of his dying, continue to flood his Facebook with needs for him to "rest in peace." They want answers, they want justice.
On that very same page is a photograph of Jedz from his coaching in Virginia in 2013. His arms have been outstretched and there was a huge smile on his face as snow fell round him. He seemed carefree.
16. Police Officer 3 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 labored on the Antamok mines.
Robert graduated from a criminology course at College of Baguio.
His remains have been laid to rest beside the Allaga household's ancestral home in Sitio Patok, Barangay Poitan. Pallbearers had to use an "allasiw" or "batawil" (bamboo cradle) to hold his flag-draped coffin to the distant 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 last 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 despite the fact that he felt like individuals didn't all the time recognize 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 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 many methods he took a break from his dangerous job. The final one he watched was American Sniper. He needed to observe it once more.
The last 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 baby. 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 in the Philippine National Police Special Motion Pressure in 2006. He was from Zamboanga Metropolis and a graduate of Western Mindanao State University.
He leaves behind his spouse Elisa and their five youngsters.
On the necrological service at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig, she informed Agence France-Presse that she couldn't take the combat medal from President Aquino: ""My head was spinning. I used to be 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, 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 dying, Janet is making an attempt to return to phrases 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 rest 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 thoughts.
"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 purchase good reminiscences we might share) and the years that we're going to reside collectively."
Peterson additionally leaves behind a young son. Individuals say he appears identical to his father.
Peterson was honored along 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.
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 as much as. Already, at 9 years previous, he needs to be a policeman.
"His father was capable of really affect him," Ellen stated, even if the thought apprehensive her; she and her husband all the time talked concerning the dangers of being a part of the Philippine National Police.
Roger himself had all the time needed to be a policeman. Like father, like son.
Two of Roger's siblings are additionally soldiers. Roger's father Herminio stated that while it pained him to see his son mendacity in a body 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 near 7,000 occasions, is about to the track "Kawal ang Tatay Ko" and exhibits Nicky in his PNP and SAF uniforms, on a ship, by a aircraft, within the jungle, at work. There are pictures from his private life too: Nicky at Jollibee, pre-nup footage, a date together with his spouse, scenes from his wedding ceremony, his baby's baptism. Within the last photograph, Nicky isn't holding a gun. He's holding his bride's wedding ceremony bouquet.
Nicky, who's from San Luis, Aurora province, appreciated sending flowers to Roselle whereas he was away on deployment. She shared a photograph of one of many 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 wife's Fb profile image exhibits them kissing their newborn.
Even his fraternity, Tau Gamma Phi, is mourning.
A pal 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 National Police since 2006, was initially from Dulag, Leyte province.
His task in Zamboanga City 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 man.
His aunt Myrna informed Inquirer about how he came to assistance from relations 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 model for his cousins."
A good friend posted this tribute on Facebook: "An actual hero From Dulag Leyte..PO2 Glenn Bedua..he was a man of few phrases but filled with actions..a very good pal, a accountable father and a unprecedented regulation enforcer..My snappy salute…"
Adelisa stated, "All he needed was to serve the country 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 Fb. On the cake, written in blue icing, are the words "Smile tol Chum!"
"Who would have thought this might be your last birthday cake?" a good friend wrote.
Chum, who hails from Iligan City, was only 31 when he misplaced his life.
There are numerous things Chum might have written in 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 help hold peace within the country 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).
One among Chum's pals wrote: "They did not know easy methods to fill their empty abdomen while our tables (have been) filled with blessings… They have been holding their guns while 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 around the Philippines, Chum in his uniform.
There are words too, loving phrases: "Somebody as particular as you'll by no means be forgotten… You're perpetually remembered, perpetually 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 pals wrote, "There isn't any nice love than to lay down one's life for buddies."
Chum was a member of the Alpha Phi Omega fraternity, which lost 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 within the Mamasapano operation.
A pal of 10 years described him on Twitter as a "courageous yet 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 even 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 say in a Fb submit she shared to groups dedicated to the 44 slain troopers.
Noel was additionally good buddies with PO2 Rodel Ramacula. Their multiple pictures throughout and past coaching camps crammed the Facebook feeds of their fellow classmates. They have been also classmates with Police Officers 1 Windel Candano, Angel Kodiamat and Mark Lory Clemencio. Collectively, they belonged to "Mabikas" Class of 2010.
Noel's household additionally had only praise for the policeman. He last spent time with them Christmas last year.
"To me, he was a really good man … all the time had a smile, and he beloved his household," recounted an uncle on Facebook.
"Siya kasi talaga ang inaasahan ng household niya (He's really the one his family depends on)," his aunt also posted.
Noel was additionally an enormous fan of Christian evangelist Nick Vujicic, if his Facebook account is any indication. The 30-something policeman had appreciated three fan pages dedicated to Vujicic, a motivational speaker born with out arms and legs.
26. Police Officer 2 Joel Bimidang Dulnuan
PO2 Joel Dulnuan did not let obstacles get in his approach.
In his want to complete his degree in BS Criminology at College of the Cordilleras, he labored onerous, first as a janitor and then a crew member at a quick meals joint, in accordance with the Philippine Information Company.
Certainly one of his schoolmates posted this on Fb: "Rest in peace… Hindi ka mawawala sa puso namin… Lahat kami na co-working scholar mo sa College of the Cordilleras ay proud sa'yo…"
Joel joined the Philippine National Police in 2007 and was a veteran of the Zamboanga Metropolis siege and was given a Medal of Heroism for his braveness and gallantry in motion.
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 even more decided to pursue her dream of joining the PNP in honor of her brother. Joel has additionally impressed many from his village to turn out to be either a police officer or soldier, even out of faculty youth and the unemployed.
Household, pals and neighbors expressed messages of love and mourning at Joel's burial and on-line.
"Saludo kami sa'yo, bayani ng bayan," one sign learn.
A good friend wrote on Fb: "Reminiscences will stay and be cherished eternally… 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 a part of the SAF. He liked his job so much that he used his Tagaligtas patch as his Facebook profile picture.
But then he discovered a new position that he beloved much more: father.
Godofredo changed his profile image to a photograph of his lovely child daughter.
She was born months after he obtained married in November 2013 and when he was away on deployment, he stored monitor of his daughter's progress on Fb, taking a look at her footage and commenting on how cute and jolly she is.
Godofredo was solely 33 when he was killed in the Mamasapano operation.
The country lost a superb man. A young woman lost a father.
28. Police Officer 2 Franklin Cadap Danao
"Second New Yr's Eve collectively," she wrote on Fb final December. She had no concept it might be their final.
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 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 Motion Pressure in 2008. He was a veteran of the Zamboanga City siege and a recipient of a Medal of Heroism for his braveness and gallantry in action.
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: "Glad birthday Honey Kath — Frank."
"Thanks for the love, care and help my love, I'll cherish each moment spent with you…," she wrote.
Kathy isn't the only one grieving the loss of Franklin. There was an outpouring of affection for him from relations, associates, previous schoolmates, even strangers.
A cousin posted: "It's so soon, fast and surprising… you will remain in our hearts as a sort, loving, thoughtful, compassionate cousin, brother, son, nephew, uncle to all of us…"
"Ceaselessly 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 his or her daughter Juliana Elize.
The names on both their Fb accounts have been changed to incorporate her identify, their walls affected by Juliana Elize's chubby cheeks and smiling face.
Walner, who originally hailed from Belance, Nueva Vizcaya province, graduated from College 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 so much. You lost your life for the love of your nation. My God give us courage to face this painful second."
Walner was honored together with six other policemen hailing from the Cordillera area 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 area throughout a Mass at the headquarters of the Cordillera police. His remains arrived early morning on Jan. 31.
Family, associates and different mourners paid their last respects to Jerry by way of prayers, music 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 injuries inflicted on his head.
Jerry was laid to rest at the native 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 Action Pressure 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 Particular Motion Battalion, to which 35 of the slain soldiers belonged.
Beyond the badge, Noble leaves behind a spouse and young son, who have been photographed in front of his flag-draped coffin in the course of the necrological providers for the 44 slain soldiers 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 on 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 in the course of 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 final time he noticed his family was in December final yr during a weeklong vacation.
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 each other once more in heaven."
Buk, a native of San Nicholas, Pangasinan province, joined the Philippine National Police Particular Action Drive in 2008.
Buk leaves behind Miya and their 2-year-old daughter. He had all the time needed to construct a house 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."
Several members of the Mejia clan modified their Fb cowl photographs to a collage of Ephraim's photograph and the Philippine flag.
The collage additionally 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 always remember 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, by no means 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 solely after his demise 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 determined to finish his police schooling.
"Despite what occurred to my brother, I will continue 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 additionally one of the troopers who defended Zamboanga City in the course of 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 coaching camps crammed the Facebook feeds of their fellow classmates.
Amongst his accomplishments as a member of the Philippine Nationwide Police Particular Action Drive 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 soldiers who defended Zamboanga City through the siege on Sept. 9, 2013.
One other classmate of Rodel's on Facebook shared how she, too, was close to the slain soldier, even planning to see each other through the latter's trip.
"Saan man kayo naroon classmates, babaunin n'yo ang masayang alaala natin sa training. All of 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. 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 repeatedly on her Facebook account. #MyHero, she says. A hero indeed, she repeats.
Rose will miss, among many other reminiscences of her older brother, their yearly "kakulitan" when she'd go residence each December, her Kuya Romeo's arm draped on her shoulders when collectively, the laughter each 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 Facebook account, typically used pictures of his spouse Edelyn as his profile and canopy pictures. He last up to date his profile image on Jan. 19, six days before his demise, with one that had the phrase, "Stay properly, chuckle typically, love a lot…"
Edelyn keeps as her profile picture a photograph 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 anybody RUIN it." She modified it two days later.
Romeo and Edelyn were married three months ago last year in Iligan City. That they had deliberate to have a toddler as soon as 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 finishing his degree in BS Criminology from University 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 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 in the family.
He graduated from Mountain Province State Polytechnic School in 2009.
Angel was honored along with six different policemen hailing from the Cordillera area throughout a Mass at the headquarters of th
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