The faces of the #SAF44 | 90P31P1 | 2024-01-27 17:08:01
INQUIRER.internet remembers
THE LEGACIES of the 44 courageous 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 Nationwide Police Particular Action Drive.
INQUIRER.internet remembers every of the #SAF44 by way of brief profiles on their lives not only as policemen however as household men, as associates, as colleagues, as countrymen.
The profiles under are a work in progress.
1. Police Senior Inspector Ryan Ballesteros Pabalinas
The last time Ryan Ballesteros Pabalinas left his home, his wife Erica and their daughter didn't need 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 nation, Ryan is a policeman and a hero. But to the individuals who liked him, he was Rye, a cherished husband, father, son, brother, cousin, uncle, good friend.
"Kuya Rye! Thank you for defending the country and its residents. We'll miss you!" one among his cousins wrote on Fb.
His sister Ray-Anne posted a photograph of the ebook "Conquerors" and shared, "Keep in mind this guide, Kuya Rye? You gave me this guide after you graduated [from] PNPA. All of the leaders mentioned listed here are greater than conquerors. Bro, you and your troops are greater than conquerors! More than what they referred to as elite commandos! Greater than heroes! You're all armies of God despatched right here from Heaven to protect the lives of the innocents…"
That e-book is now on an altar in their household house in Common Santos City. In the middle is a crucifix and a rosary, and spread round them are footage of Ryan, other books, messages and pieces of his lifetime of service.
Erica stated, "My husband gave his life to say peace. He placed service to the individuals earlier than anything."
2. Police Senior Inspector John Garry Alcantara Erana
Senior Insp. John Garry Alcantara Erana's sister really needed him to be at her wedding ceremony.
So earlier this month, when he informed her his coaching in the USA would coincide together with her big day, she determined to maneuver it.
Garry's sister's wedding ceremony wasn't the one one the Erana family was wanting forward to.
Garry was set to marry lawyer Suzette Tucay subsequent yr. They met over three years ago at the wake of her brother, who was killed while battling Moro bandits in Basilan province. They have been engaged in 2013.
Garry, who graduated from the Philippine Nationwide Police Academy as Baron of Class 2009, believed in the importance of schooling. He was a person of ambition and his goals weren't simply his own. Eager to safe a very good future for him, his bride-to-be and their future family, he helped finance Suzette's research in New Zealand, where she is taking a business course. He was pursuing his doctorate on the time of his dying.
Considered one of Garry's siblings – who call him John – wrote on Fb: "We are 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 look at 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 pal, my pricey brother."
Another sibling posted a photograph of their household at the Great Wall of China with the caption: "I can't think about our subsequent fam journey."
3. Police Senior Inspector Max Jim Ramirez Tria
Max Jim Ramirez Tria, nicknamed Mac-mac by his household, was the only 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 National Police Particular Motion Pressure (SAF), Tria's father Guillermo – 53 and also a senior inspector – had told the Inquirer.
Even before becoming a member of the SAF, Tria had attained prime honors in sniper faculty, commando and scout ranger training, and in dealing with explosives and ordinance.
Tria entered the Philippine National Police Academy proper after graduation from the CSU Laboratory Faculties and got here out one of many youngest graduates.
He had four brothers, the eldest of whom had requested him to be the most effective man in his wedding ceremony to a policewoman this Might 18.
Mac-mac's youngest brother Guio posted on his Fb page a photo 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 house. You informed me, "Bam, ought to anybody harm this household, a home will explode." However now, our hearts appear to be the ones 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 Facebook that his Kuya Mac was "one of many bravest males I had in my life" and fiercely protective of their household.
"Kuya Mac, I gained't overlook what you stated to me as soon as over drinks at residence. You informed me, "Bam, ought to anybody harm this family, a house will explode." But now, our hearts appear to be the ones exploding because you are not with us, because we will not be with you. We'll never forget you," Guio wrote.
Tria was near Senior Inspectors Ryan Pabalinas, John Garry Erana and Joey Gamutan, additionally among the many 44 slain.
4. 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 chief, he was a highschool CAT officer, he was firm commander of his PNPA class.
His relations, associates, former academics and classmates have expressed their sorrow over his demise. A few of them wear 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 will anticipate me. You advised 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'll meet again…"
His family members have set up "Cyrus Anniban – Our Hero," a Facebook page dedicated to him, the place individuals have been sharing pictures and tributes.
Another web page posted a tribute to Cyrus: "He's, indeed, a positive instance of a hero who fought for an summary precept of loyalty, obligation and honor. He stood and died preventing. An actual 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 at the police academy. He was 21 when he graduated.
He was dedicated to his job. He survived in 2013 the Zamboanga City siege, where he witnessed the deaths of his associates and comrades. While there, his goal became clear. He wanted to get married and build a family.
He was nicely on his means: on the time of his demise, Gednat was excited for the delivery of his first baby. His spouse Leah was pregnant with a child boy. They have been married simply last yr.
He additionally leaves behind his mother and father and five brothers, three of whom are policemen – one can also be a member of the Philippine Nationwide Police Particular Action Drive.
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 apart. 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 other youngster. The youngsters, whom Joey continuously checked on even while he was away on deployment, will now grow up without their father.
"My husband really loved being in the service," his wife told the Inquirer. Joey, who's from Basilan province and who completed highschool at Zamboanga Nationwide Excessive Faculty West, joined the PNP in 2009.
In 2012, Joey shared a photograph from the Facebook page The PNP Households Behind the Badge. It had this caption: "There is a robust bond within the line of combat.. freedom just isn't free, we are ready to put our life for others to stay."
7. Police Senior Inspector Rennie Lumasag Tayrus
Senior Insp. Rennie Tayrus, who hails from Zamboanga del Sur province, relished being a policeman, even when it meant being deployed on his birthday.
His father did not reside lengthy sufficient to see him graduate from the Philippine National Police Academy in 2011 — he passed away the yr earlier than. However Rennie's different relations have been there to rejoice with him.
Rennie discovered another household within the members of the Philippine Nationwide Police Special Motion Drive (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 on the PNP-SAF Challenge 2013.
Rennie beloved inspirational quotes, sharing them often together with his pals.
On Jan. 2, he posted a photo from the Rosenberg Police Department 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 are scared… not be frightened 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…"
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 only baby, who turned 5 two days earlier than Christmas.
The 38-year-old served the nation for 13 years, joining the Philippine National Police in 2002.
He acquired a medal for his participation in the Zamboanga Metropolis siege.
9. Police Officer three Rodrigo F. Acob Jr.
Till his dying, Rodrigo Acob Jr. was a police officer by way of 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 image is the badge of the Philippine National Police with the phrases, "Not everyone is given this privilege… to serve and shield. That is the rationale for our being… It is 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 however at house, out of his uniform, he was a loving father who showered his youngsters with affection. There are so many pictures of Rodrigo together with his arm round his son and carrying his young daughter.
Rordigo spent the vacation season making reminiscences with the individuals he liked: going to the mall together with his wife and youngsters, celebrating Christmas together with his extended 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 dying.
His spouse wrote on Fb 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 3 Andres Viernes Duque Jr.
PO3 Andres Duque Jr., 37, is from Aurora, Isabela province. He joined the Philippine Nationwide Police in 2007.
Andres' stays arrived in his hometown of Barangay Divisoria 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.
Initially from Gutalac, Zamboanga del Norte province, he graduated from Gutalac National Excessive Faculty and Andres Bonifacio School.
A relative posted this tribute to him on Fb:
"Thank your being a very good uncle… Thank you for being an excellent brother-in-law… Thanks for all the time being there in occasions of our problems… We are 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 family members for his "smiling face"; his spouse Angeli has up a profile photograph with him on her Fb web page.
Noel graduated high school in 1998 from Lepanto National Excessive Faculty in Mankayan, Benguet province. He continued his research at College of the Cordilleras in Baguio Metropolis before joining the Special Motion Pressure.
His cousin Megan Abad shared on Fb a video in tribute to Noel. The video compiled photographs of Noel – most of them together with his fellow officers of the Philippine National Police Special 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, particularly your smiling face; you may be eternally in our lives. You're a HERO; Snappy SALUTE to you pricey cousin. Till we meet again," 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 family and friends, 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 by no means lost his fun-loving aspect. That's what buddies 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 remain in our hearts. Mami-miss namin ang iyong mga ngiti na wagas. Hindi ko makakalimutan ang iyong advice na "Huwag kang mag-SAF, hindi ka marunng lumangoy." Salamat sa pagkakaibigan, sa pagngisi ng wagas. Relaxation in peace, pareng Archer Kibete. We can 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 as the Pit from pole to pole,
I thank no matter gods could also be
For my unconquerable soul.
Within the fell clutch of circumstance
I've not winced nor cried aloud.
Beneath the bludgeonings of probability
My head is bloody, however unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms however the Horror of the shade,
And but 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 fate:
I'm the captain of my soul.
A cousin posted this tribute: "You might relaxation in peace, cousin. Thanks in your service to our nation."
15. Police Officer three Jedz-in Abubakar Asjali
PO3 Jedz-in Asjali and his household misplaced their residence in the Zamboanga Metropolis siege final 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 four siblings, including a youthful brother Ibrahim who needed to hitch him within the PNP Special Motion Drive. His mom informed Bombo Radyo that the final time he left their house, he gave her a kiss and informed her not to be sad, that he can be back as a result of he still needed to get married.
Family and friends members, nonetheless in disbelief over the news of his dying, continue to flood his Facebook with needs for him to "relaxation in peace." They want solutions, they want justice.
On that same web page is a photograph 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 round him. He seemed carefree.
16. Police Officer 3 Robert Dommolog Allaga
Robert Allaga, 35, joined the Philippine National Police in 2005. He was from Banaue, Ifugao province.
An uncle stated Robert spent his childhood in the mining town of Itogon while his father worked at the Antamok mines.
Robert graduated from a criminology course at College of Baguio.
His stays have been laid to relaxation beside the Allaga family's ancestral home in Sitio Patok, Barangay Poitan. Pallbearers had to make use of an "allasiw" or "batawil" (bamboo cradle) to carry his flag-draped coffin to the distant area.
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 regardless that he felt like individuals didn't all the time respect it.
On February 6, 2014, he posted a photo 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 soldiers 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 methods he took a break from his dangerous job. The last 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 5 months pregnant with their first youngster. She stated she would inform their little woman "na namatay na bayani ang tatay niya."
She refused to simply accept her husband's medal of valor from President Benigno Aquino III on 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 Particular Motion Pressure in 2006. He was from Zamboanga City and a graduate of Western Mindanao State College.
He leaves behind his wife Elisa and their five youngsters.
On the necrological service at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig, she advised Agence France-Presse that she could not 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 group namin. Ako ang tinatawag pero siya ang nag-volunteer, siya ang nagsabing "Ako na lang." 'Pag nasa unahan ka kasi, ikaw ang mapapa-engage."
Although pained by his dying, Janet is making an attempt to return to terms with the choices he made in his last 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 Interior Secretary Mar Roxas visited Peterson's wake at Barangay Irisan in Baguio Metropolis, he handed two checks to the widowed Janet. She accepted them however made positive to inform the secretary what was exactly 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 (Cash can't purchase good reminiscences we might share) and the years that we're going to stay collectively."
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 throughout a Mass on the headquarters of the Cordillera police. His remains arrived early morning on Jan. 31.
20. Police Officer 2 Roger Cordero
PO2 Roger Cordero might have died in Mamasapano, Maguindanao province, however he leaves behind in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat province, a son who needs to comply with in his father's footsteps.
Archidaniel, his mother Ellen told the Inquirer, is the spitting image of his father, who he continues to look up to. Already, at 9 years previous, he needs to be a policeman.
"His father was capable of actually influence him," Ellen stated, even if the thought frightened her; she and her husband all the time talked concerning the risks 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 troopers. Roger's father Herminio stated that whereas it pained him to see his son mendacity in a physique bag as an alternative of standing, alive and protected, he was proud that Roger died preventing.
21. Police Officer 2 Nicky D.C. Nacino Jr.
Some individuals referred to as him Nicky, others referred to as him Dondon.
Two days after his dying, PO2 Nicky Nacino Jr.'s brother-in-law posted a video tribute for him. He wrote: "Salamat Nicky… Napakbait at mapagmahal na kaptid, ama at asawa… Makakaasa kang 'di namin pababayaan ang iyong mag-ina. We salute you! Isa kang tunay na bayani. We love you."
The video, which has been shared near 7,000 occasions, is about to the 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 private life too: Nicky at Jollibee, pre-nup footage, a date together with his wife, 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 is from San Luis, Aurora province, favored sending flowers to Roselle whereas he was away on deployment. She shared a photo of one of the bouquets online with this caption: "Hindi hadlang ang layo at distansya para iparamdam sa taong minamahal kung gaano siya kaimportante…"
Now, she has to cope with his loss. She posted: "Mahal na mahal kita babe. Super miss na kita. Ang daming nagmamahal sa'yo. Sa anak natin at sa Panginoon ako humuhugot ng lakas para mabuhay."
Nicky was a new father. His spouse'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 Nationwide Police since 2006, was originally from Dulag, Leyte province.
His task in Zamboanga City led him to satisfy his wife Adelisa. They met on Christmas in 2010. Two years later, they have been married. Their son Glenden is just not even a yr previous. Inquirer photographer Grig Montegrande took a photo of Glenn's son reaching out to touch his coffin.
Adelisa informed the Inquirer about her husband: "He's just a simple and quiet person. He never bragged about being a policeman."
She described him as a loving father.
Different relations agree that Glenn was an excellent 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 mannequin for his cousins."
A good friend posted this tribute on Facebook: "A real hero From Dulag Leyte..PO2 Glenn Bedua..he was a person of few words however filled with actions..a superb good friend, 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 but his life was taken too quickly. Now I don't know that to do."
23. Police Officer 2 Chum Goc-ong Agabon
There's 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 is able to be your final birthday cake?" a good friend wrote.
Chum, who hails from Iligan City, was only 31 when he lost his life.
There are various issues Chum might have written within the work section of his Fb profile: Police officer. SAF. Elite commando. Black beret. But as an alternative, he wrote "Peacemaker."
Chum had been making an attempt assist maintain peace in the nation since 2009 when he joined the Philippine National Police. He acquired a Medal of Valor for his participation in the arrest of Abu Sayyaf member Yatim Batah (Yatin Hakimin).
One in every of Chum's pals wrote: "They did not know the right way to fill their empty stomach whereas our tables (have been) filled with blessings… They have been holding their guns while we have been busy with our devices… They have been awake once we have been sleeping in peace… JUSTICE is what we search!"
Tributes proceed 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 phrases too, loving phrases: "Somebody as special as you'll never be forgotten… You're endlessly remembered, ceaselessly 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 buddies 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 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, also from Piat, both died in the Mamasapano operation.
A good friend of 10 years described him on Twitter as a "brave 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 advised 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 mention in a Facebook submit she shared to groups dedicated to the 44 slain soldiers.
Noel was additionally good buddies with PO2 Rodel Ramacula. Their a number of pictures throughout and past coaching camps crammed the Fb 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 solely reward for the policeman. He last spent time with them Christmas last year.
"To me, he was a really nice guy … all the time had a smile, and he liked his family," recounted an uncle on Facebook.
"Siya kasi talaga ang inaasahan ng family niya (He's actually the one his household relies on)," his aunt additionally posted.
Noel was also an enormous fan of Christian evangelist Nick Vujicic, if his Fb account is any indication. The 30-something policeman had appreciated three fan pages devoted to Vujicic, a motivational speaker born without arms and legs.
26. Police Officer 2 Joel Bimidang Dulnuan
PO2 Joel Dulnuan didn't let obstacles get in his method.
In his want to complete his diploma in BS Criminology at College of the Cordilleras, he worked onerous, first as a janitor and then a crew member at a fast food joint, based on the Philippine Information Agency.
Considered one of his schoolmates posted this on Fb: "Relaxation 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 Metropolis siege and was given a Medal of Heroism for his braveness and gallantry in action.
The 30-year-old, who died within the Mamapasano operation, was given a hero's welcome in his hometown on January 31. Residents lined the highway as the convoy carrying his body made its way to Villaverde, Nueva Vizcaya province.
Joel was laid to rest beside the grave of his brother PO1 Jackson Dulnuan near their family home in Barangay Ocapon. He leaves behind a wife and baby.
His sister Corazon is much more decided to pursue her dream of becoming a member of the PNP in honor of her brother. Joel has also impressed many from his village to develop into both a police officer or soldier, even out of faculty youth and the unemployed.
Family, 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 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 so much that he used his Tagaligtas patch as his Facebook profile image.
However then he discovered a brand new position that he liked much more: father.
Godofredo changed his profile picture to a photograph of his lovely baby daughter.
She was born months after he received married in November 2013 and when he was away on deployment, he stored monitor of his daughter's progress on Fb, taking a look at her footage and commenting on how cute and jolly she is.
Godofredo was solely 33 when he was killed within the Mamasapano operation.
The nation misplaced an excellent man. A younger woman misplaced a father.
28. Police Officer 2 Franklin Cadap Danao
"Second New Yr's Eve collectively," she wrote on Facebook final December. She had no concept it might be their final.
Many hearts have been broken on Jan. 25, the day of the bloody Mamapasano operation. One in every of them was Kathy's, the girlfriend of PO2 Franklin Danao.
She had been waiting for him to return so they might rejoice his birthday and their anniversary as he had promised. As an alternative, she acquired dangerous news.
Franklin, initially from Tinoc, Ifugao province, joined the Philippine National Police Particular Motion 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 action.
There are pictures 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 round her waist or shoulders, the cake he gave her on her birthday. It read: "Pleased birthday Honey Kath — Frank."
"Thank you for the love, care and help my love, I'll cherish each moment spent with you…," she wrote.
Kathy isn't the one one grieving the loss of Franklin. There has been an outpouring of love for him from relations, buddies, previous schoolmates, even strangers.
A cousin posted: "It's so soon, quick and surprising… you'll stay in our hearts as a sort, loving, thoughtful, compassionate cousin, brother, son, nephew, uncle to all of us…"
"Eternally in my heart," Kathy wrote.
29. Police Officer 2 Walner Faustino Danao
On-line, PO2 Walner Danao and his spouse make no secret their love and adoration for his or her daughter Juliana Elize.
The names on both their Fb accounts have been modified to include her identify, their partitions affected by Juliana Elize's chubby cheeks and smiling face.
Walner, who initially 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 younger age you've gone, we love you a lot. You misplaced your life for the love of your country. My God give us courage to face this painful moment."
Walner was honored together with six different policemen hailing from the Cordillera area 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 along with six other policemen hailing from the Cordillera area during a Mass at the headquarters of the Cordillera police. His remains arrived early morning on Jan. 31.
Household, buddies and other mourners paid their last respects to Jerry by way of prayers, music and dance, and private tales in La Trinidad, Benguet province. GMA's Unang Hirit reported that his face was covered with his uniform inside the casket to hide the wounds inflicted on his head.
Jerry was laid to relaxation on the native cemetery in his hometown, Barangay Tawang.
He passed the Criminologist Licensure Examination in 2008.
31. Police Officer 2 Noble Sungay Kiangan
PO2 Noble Kiangan was the lone bomb expert among the many 44 members of the Philippine National Police Special Motion Drive that went to Mamasapano, Maguindanao province.
He handed the Criminology Board Examination after graduating from Mountain Province State Polytechnic College in 2007.
His cousin was the deputy commander of the 5th Particular Motion Battalion, to which 35 of the slain troopers belonged.
Beyond the badge, Noble leaves behind a wife and younger 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 different policemen hailing from the Cordillera area throughout a Mass at the headquarters of the Cordillera police. His remains arrived early morning on Jan. 31.
32. Police Officer 2 Ephraim G. Mejia
When PO2 Ephraim Mejia returned residence protected after defending Zamboanga City through the siege in 2013, his household thought the worst was over.
That very same day, Buk – Ephraim's nickname – was killed along with 43 others in Mamasapano, Maguindanao province, throughout a mission to seek out one of the world's most dangerous terrorists.
The final time he saw his household was in December final 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 once more. 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 much! We'll see each other again in heaven."
Buk, a native of San Nicholas, Pangasinan province, joined the Philippine National Police Special Motion Drive in 2008.
Buk leaves behind Miya and their 2-year-old daughter. He had all the time needed to construct a home for the three of them in Barangay Calaocan.
Buk's father Warlito stated he needed a Medal of Valor for his son and the 43 different SAF members who died. President Aquino, he said, "gave us a plaque and a medal of bravery [but] my son gave his life."
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 incorporates 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 standing as a member of the elite Particular Action Pressure of the Philippine National Police.
His neighbor in Luna, La Union province, informed INQUIRER.internet, "He was quiet, unassuming and never bragged about his police work." They came upon the small print of his work solely after his dying 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 finish his police schooling.
"Despite what occurred to my brother, I will proceed my police schooling and develop into an officer like him," younger brother Ezar stated.
Omar was awarded on Sept. 13, 2014, a Medal of Heroism, which is earned from an act of heroism not involving battle with an armed enemy. He was also one of the troopers who defended Zamboanga Metropolis through the 2013 siege.
34. Police Officer 2 Rodel Eva Ramacula
PO2 Rodel Ramacula – a native of Rosario, Northern Samar province – was good associates with PO2 Noel Balaca, his classmate at police academy, from which they graduated in 2010. Their a number of pictures during and past coaching camps crammed the Facebook feeds of their fellow classmates.
Among his accomplishments as a member of the Philippine National Police Particular Motion 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 Fb shared how she, too, was close to the slain soldier, even making plans to see each other in the course of the latter's trip.
"Saan man kayo naroon classmates, babaunin n'yo ang masayang alaala natin sa coaching. 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 also 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 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 house every December, her Kuya Romeo's arm draped on her shoulders when together, the laughter every time she was mistaken for his wife or girlfriend.
"I wanna tell the entire world how proud i am to be your sister.. you're our HERO!" Rose reposts.
Romeo – or Romed, as his identify appeared on his Facebook account, typically used photographs of his wife Edelyn as his profile and canopy photographs. He last updated his profile picture on Jan. 19, six days earlier than his dying, with one that had the phrase, "Stay properly, snicker 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 changed 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 as soon as he received 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 completing his degree in BS Criminology from College of the Cordilleras.
The remains of the 28-year-old, who hails from the Mountain Province, have been welcomed by the the individuals who liked 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 family.
He graduated from Mountain Province State Polytechnic School in 2009.
Angel was honored along with six other policemen hailing from the Cordillera region throughout a Mass at the headquarter
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