MELODY C. SALAMAT

                  

                     MELODY  C. SALAMAT


M-elody of Greek origin means music and was first used in the 13th century
E-xhibits humility, simplicity, generosity and friends admire you for these
L-ongs to see children learn all of the basics skills they must know while young
O-pportunities will come and you will choose the best to reach goals in life
D-edication to duties and respect for everyone are etched in your good heart
Y-ou will take a great pride when you succeed in life that is in your hands

C-hooses appealing, good and kind words to use when addressing superiors

S-weet smiles people see in you and are very happy with your friendliness
A-lways ready to give a helping hand to those in need of your love and care
L-oves to set models and good examples of becoming a good Filipino citizen
A-dmires the very unique traits and close-knit of the Balatbat clan in San Isidro
M-any relatives praise you for your kindheartedness and feeling of volunteerism
A nice, warm and pleasant atmosphere will welcome friends with open arms
T-actful in all your ways when dealing with friends, relatives and  comrades

 Laura Balatbat-Corpuz * October 25, 2014 * Jollybc2@gmail.com 

GENESIS BRYAN B. REYES

GENESIS BRYAN  B. REYES

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Grateful to have very kind-hearted parents like Neftali and Elizabeth

Extremely content by the results of projects and accomplished missions

Notably popular, well known as a great singer of the Balatbat clan

Every friend, classmate, and acquaintance is happy to be a comrade

Serves as an inspiration and excellent model for the younger children

Incredible singing contestant at BULPRISA winning great honors

Sacrificed many hours to help raise funds for the need of dear cousins

Blessed with the gift of a gorgeous singing voice and truly thankful for

Rejoices each time asked to render songs honoring someone close to heart

You are very talented man especially in the wonderful world of music

Anxious to perform on stage and has won many singing competitions

National singing contest you won and named “PLDT Singing Idol”

Bachelor of Science in Information System at Bulacan State Univerity

Reflects the best in all friends, classmates, relatives, and choir members

Examples of good manners, right conduct, proper attitude towards men

Yesteryears are fruitful, worthy of remembering and be written in a book

Every one of your friends agrees that you are great and terrific entertainer

Self-motivated and determined to utilize God-given skills to serve many

     Laura Balatbat-Corpuz * July 7, 2014 * Jollybc2@gmail.com

DANAH L. SALAMAT

DANAH L. SALAMAT
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D-iligent, industrious, focused, and conscientious in all her works

A-ctive in all functions of church and serves as the office secretary

N-aturally nice, friendly individual with a sweet smile on her face

A-dores the little growing cousins and enjoys watching them dance

H-onors she has maintained from primary school years to the present

L-ongs and hopes to become an Information Technology Programmer

S-ophomore student in high school and impresses teachers by her skills

A-cquaints self with many relatives she has not met yet for many years

L-oves to see and admires happy friends, relatives, and church members

A-lways willing to give any assistance when needed by caring family

M-emories of childhood and family affairs finds place in this fun world

A-ccomplishments in life brings happiness to Valentino and Lilibeth

T-alented and very smart student showing bright future in her life

    Laura Balatbat-Corpuz * November 15, 2014 * Jollybc2@gmail.com

MA. ISABEL B. ISIP

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MA. ISABEL  B. ISIP

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Makes someone feel accepted and an important part of any event

Approachable and friendly who welcomes anyone with open arms

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Industrious young teen showing a very bright future in any career

Sweet were the hours spent during the 2014 Balatbat clan reunion

Attends St. Anne’s Catholic High School in Hagonoy, Bulacan

Blessed by having a loving, caring, and very supportive parents

Embraces any duty assigned by parents, adults, and all teachers

Loves, enjoys and finds pleasure playing good music on the guitar

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Bright smiles come from very cute, charming, and youthful face

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Incredible talent and skills will definitely play role in successful life

Sociable within group of friends and shares fond memories with them

Interested in learning secrets and tricks of cooking delectable meals

Potentials of a successful person are plenty and can develop them fully

   Laura Balatbat-Corpuz * August 14, 2014 * Jolybc2@gmail.com

LARA JANE E. USACDIN

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LARA JANE  E. USACDIN

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Lucky individual to be included in the group “One Thousand Voices”

Actively participates in many church activities and numerous functions

Rejoices and glad each time the opportunity to sing songs comes around

Always thinks of how to make friends and families feel good about them

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Joyfully accepts responsibilities that are asked of you by superiors

Adored and appreciated by classmates, ministers, teachers, and all

Nice, cheerful, friendly, full of life and possesses very positive attitude

Eldest, helpful, truly responsible daughter caring for brother Ramizes

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Elementary Education is the degree major at Bulacan State University

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Unending praises and heart-warming words from relatives ring in the air

Spends time and enjoys teaching music at the summer kindergarten program

Anxious to be a part of good and prestigious organization and musical group

Chosen to perform in July 2014 at the Centennial Anniversary of the church

Dedicated and devoted to your religion and has strong faith in our Creator

Inspired by the good examples of caring, loving parents, Israel and Pricila

Nobody can stop you from learning to play instruments, piano, and guitar

           Laura Balatbat-Corpuz * August 13, 2014 * Jollybc2@gmail.com

JAN MELLI T. BALATBAT

JAN MELLI T. BALATBAT

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January is your birthday month and beginning of the New Year

Aquarius is your zodiac sign and carnation is flower of  rejoicing

Nice, friendly, full of life when you are singing melodious  songs

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Modest in actions and careful in expressing self when  speaking

Enjoyed and cherished time spent at the 2014 Balatbat  reunion

Lively, lovely young teen, charismatic, and truly energetic  too

Loves to volunteer and gives plenty of time for a very good  cause

Inspiration to younger cousins exhibiting and excellent role  model

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Takes responsibility for all duties assigned by parents and  superiors

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Birthstone is garnet which color will protect you from  illness

Approachable young person who meets all friends with a  smile

Likes to be around relatives, friends, classmates in High  School

Anxious, excited, and very enthusiastic in dancing at  parties

Thinks positively about friends and speaks good words about  them

Beautiful singing voice is an asset, will lead you to future  success

Active in church, school, and family affairs especially on  holidays

Truthful, honest, and trustworthy individual people think of  you

   

      Laura Balatbat-Corpuz *April 16, 2014 * jollybc2@gmail.com

AWIT NG MANGGAGAMOT SA TONDO

TONDO MEDICAL SOCIETY
TONDO, MANILA, PHILIPPINES

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Kaming mga manggagamot sa Tondo'y naglilingkod,
Sa mga bata't matatanda, sa mayaman at mga dukha,
Ang kanilang kalusugan, aming pinangangalagaan,
Ano mang sakit at karamdaman, hangad naming malunasan.
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Bandila'y ginto at pulang kulay, marangal makatarungan,
May tatak ng Kagitingan, pag-asa ng bayan,
Ang sagisag ay Sarimanok ng Kapisanan ng Manggagamot
Sa Tondo ng ini-irog ang Unang Purok ng Lungsod.
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                    Koro
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Tondo Medical Society ng Maynilang kinakasi,
Sa pag-unlad bahagi kami, sa patnubay ni YAHWEH,
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Umaraw man o umulan, bahang 'di maiwasan,
Masungit man ang kalikasan, tuloy ang pulungan,
Kung panahon ng damayan, lahat ay maaasahan,
Matatag na samahan, 'di magagapi ng kasamaan.
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Pagmamahal sa kapwa, sa aming puso ipinunla,
Ng mga nunong dakila, taga-kanlurang Maynila,
Ito'y aming gagampanan, buhay nami'y nakalaan,
Bukas ang puso't isipan, maglilingkod sa iyo O Inang Bayan.
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                    Koro 2x

Lyrics by: Felicisima Balatbat Bacon, M.D.
                 President, KMT
                 1996-1999

ELENA DJ GARCIA

ELENA DJ GARCIA

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Excitingly tells me precious and funny stories of my childhood

Loves to cook many kinds of delectable casseroles and “Ube” dessert

Enjoys the company of grandchildren and all great grandchildren

Nieces and nephews gather around you when they come to visit

Achievement awards of family members make you feel so grateful

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Donations from your good heart make San Miguel folks jubilant

Joyously entertains relatives and friends from many distant cities

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Greatest of love is for the good of your loving and caring family

Advices, great guidance imparted to seven children were fruitful

Regarded and treated me as one of your own accomplished children

Charitable and generous individual who listens to people in need

Industriousness inspire many village people for their future success

Admirable woman who treats many us with kindness and fairness

 (Marcos and Elena are the pride of the families of Gloria, Honorata, Eduardo, Teresa, Amelia, Rufino and Marita)
                                                                                                                                                                                    

    Laura B. Corpuz * Niece* November 11, 2014 * Jollybc2@gmail.com

FLORENCIA B. MARQUEZ

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FLORENCIA B. MARQUEZ

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Faithfully performs duties in the church especially during the “Fiesta”

Loves to be with growing children, guides them in their faith journey

One of the most distinguished volunteers in the village of San Miguel

Remembers many oral histories and families community involvements

Embraces all tasks assigned to her with great love and satisfaction

Noted for being so patient in dealing with many barrio organizations

Catholic religion is devotedly practiced with sincerity and humility

Inspires friends and neighbors to look at life full of great promises

Avails self each time someone comes to ask for her superb assistance

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Beautiful flowers picked from friends’ gardens to make pretty bouquets

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Memories of people joyfully working are forever etched in her huge heart

Appeals to people for being so compassionate, kind, and understanding

Quiet, simple, and smiles always tell something that makes someone ponder

Unforgettable days at Philippine Tobacco Flue-Curing and Re-Drying Corp.

Eighty years of real happiness spent with happy families and dear relatives

Zooms to many reunion invites of Teodora Cruz Elementary School alumni

    Nobody can even imagine the village without a “Nana Puring.”

    Laura B. Corpuz * Niece * Nov. 7, 2014 * jollybc2@gmail.com

CATALINA G. DATUIN

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 CATALINA G. DATUIN

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Courteous and courageous individual

Amiable and friendly to all her comrades

Thinks thoroughly before making decisions

Admires all of God’s great creations

Loving wife and dear to her cousins

Insight of life is amazing and incredible

Never seen without a smile on her face

Always assisting families in need of help

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Generous and gives from her good heart

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 Dedicated to and takes pride in her job

 Amazed by the closed tight knit of family

 Thoughtful and very caring of aunt Lucila

 Understands the value of true friendship

 Intelligence can be seen in all her actions

 Notably quiet and self-sacrificing lady

                     Laura B. Corpuz * Cousin * March 18, 2009

                                   Jollybc@gmail.com

ALEJANDRA G. REYES

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ALEJANDRA G. REYES

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 Affable, amiable, and humble individual

 Lasting memory of kindness and generosity

 Enjoys serving in the church and community

 Joyfully welcomes guests to her residence

 Approachable cousin she is known for

 Nice, quiet, and a very reserved lady

 Devoted to duties and responsibilities

 Respects the rights of other people

 Always ready to give a helping hand

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 Gracious and good-natured personality

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 Religious and faithful in her belief in God

 Example of humility is very obvious in her

Youngest daughter of Juan and Segundina 

 Everyone has a place in her big heart

 Smiles on her face are signs of happiness

                Laura B. Corpuz * Cousin * 2-28-2009

                         Jollybc2@gmail.com

NOE B BACON

                    NOE B. BACON

Night and day, they call you to treat many patients

Overjoyed by daughter and son’s school achievements

Extra careful in performing any surgery of specialty

Bountiful blessings received from God are great

Brings a lot of fun and joy to all family gatherings

Approachable, kind, and generous to those in need

Confers with medical surgeons about patient’s status

Obligations and commitment to the family you keep

New scientific information, learned from meetings

Laura B. Corpuz * Aunt *May, 2013 * Jollybc2@gmail.com       

REGINALD V. GRESS

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REGINALD V. GRESS

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Responsible individual and can be counted on when it comes to services

Enjoys the quality time spent with all the cute and growing grandchildren

Generous gentleman who has a very big heart, ready to give a helping hand

Intelligent, industrious, hard-working, and dedicated husband to Josefina

Never did he refuse the request for substitution in church assigned duties

Actively participates in local activities and “Toastmasters International”

Lovingly cares for the broken-hearted and speaks kindly for their comfort

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Volunteerism is in his blood and will do anything without reservations

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Grateful for committee members’ assistance for the success of programs

Rejoices every time grandchildren show him school accomplishments

Examines and scrutinizes everything that matters and will impact life

Scientifically-minded, naturally analytical individual, and thinks wisely

Services to FASCI is incredible, commendable, and truly immeasurable

                 FASCI (Filipino-American Society of Central Illinois)

                      By: Laura B. Corpuz - April 16, 2013 - Friend

PRESCILA T. CAPATI

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             PRESCILA  T.  CAPATI

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Personable, friendly, and very caring woman I have ever known

Respected by her many friends, family members, and co-workers

Everybody she knew had a good place in her huge and loving heart

Sacrifices in her daily life became models for her entire family

Cooked the best “Pancit Palabok” for the family and friends

Interesting life lived, enjoyed gatherings and company of others

Loving wife, mother of four grown children and great grandmother

Approachable lady with a sweet smile on her face at all times

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 Tender loving care was felt by her cute and growing grandchildren

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 Cooking secrets so privately kept and nobody will ever know

Admired the beauty of this world and all of God’s creation

Precious as can be was no other than our Prescila, the pretty lady

Always tried to understand the elderly and needs of other people

Thoughtful, generous, and kind-hearted woman with wide-open arms

Inspiration to her many nieces and nephews, and very own family

                 February 25, 1954  - April 11, 2013

                       By Laura B. Corpuz * Friend

PONCIANO S. ISIP

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                                   PONCIANO S. ISIP  

       Personable, approachable, hard-working man you are known
       Outspoken, but chooses words wisely when around good friends 
       Notably nice and helpful to classmates from grade school on 
       Caring father and backbone of the entire Isip clan in Bulacan 
       Intelligence you use tactfully to raise a great and fun family  
       Admires the goodness and beauty of God's world creation 
       Never was a dull moment whenever or wherever you are   
       Outstanding reputation you build-up for strength and support  
     
       Sacrifices in daily life serve as models for growing grandchildren  

       Incredible brains are shown in all dealings with comrades  
       Sincerely loves family and cares for ailing wife, Maring  
       Inspiration to everyone who wants to enjoy life to its fullest
       Proud president of the very active class of '55 in San Miguel  

      Laura B. Corpuz *Classmate* (March 9, 2012) jollybc2@gmail.com