So greatly missed and fondly remembered! I will never forget your example of humility, simplicity and child-likeness. It is no wonder your unassuming ways enabled you to absorb vast knowledge. I consider you a great loss to society, your friends and loved ones. Your zest for life and positive outlook encouraged and inspired not only me but all who have come to know you.
Before I left your hospital bed last November, 22, 2010, I remember looking deep into your eyes when you asked me " When will we see each other again?". I got cold shivers inside me as I felt it was going to be the last but I did not tell you because I wanted to continue encouraging you and I was praying and hoping a miracle healing to happen in your life. You were brave and courageous to face the battles of "C". You amazed even your doctors for your strong will power to live and overcome your ailment. You were not resigned. Such an unselfish stance that very few possess. You wanted to contribute more for the betterment of society.
I will not deny that I am regretful in losing a friend like you and feel sorry that I knew too late of your predicament with “C”. As soon as I got back to the USA, I lost no time in looking for a Medical Research Institution that would be interested to provide you with treatment. I did find one in Houston, Texas but nevertheless, it was too late as the requirement was no prior medication must have been done in order for research treatment to be considered. To ease my heartaches for regretting what I could have done to help you out, God reminded me that “ we are living on borrowed time from Him. I recall I told you this to lift up your spirits. And God always came back to me with the same answer as I asked Him “ Why Telly”? Now it is clear to me that God had a better plan for you. I am most privileged to be your friend. I kept all your text messages to me since we got reconnected on my recent Manila visit. You always found time to express your gratitude and never failed to return kind words of concern for me and my family. Of course, I will not forget that we always jide to call each other "insan" as we always were amused by the fact that I could have almost been your cousin-in-law. ( ha ha).
Farewell now, my friend! I salute you and your Maker!
To Francis, your loving and dedicated husband, and Ega your only sister, my deepest condolences.
I share in your deep loss, and our loss too!
Angel
Lourdes Angela Limuaco-Clasara
Childhood friend, classmate
Snapshots of last photos we had together when I visited her at Makati Medical Center on November 23, 2010.
While I was there, Telly received an overseas call from Nette Palomique who offered cheers.
Snapshots of last photos we had together when I visited her at Makati Medical Center on November 23, 2010.
While I was there, Telly received an overseas call from Nette Palomique who offered cheers.
Dr. Famador, Oncologist/ Surgeon is dicussing with Francis the results of the latest CT SCAN which reveals new tumours found in her colon.
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