The document summarizes the celebrations of the Diamond Jubilee of the Archdiocese of Palo and closing of the Year of Faith held in 2014. It discusses the various activities of the College of the Holy Spirit (CHS) Class of 1964 as the Golden Jubilarians hosting the CHS Homecoming celebrations marking the culmination of the school's Centennial Celebration. It describes the preparations leading up to the event, the activities that took place on the day including mass and a performance by the jubilee classes, and the positive reactions and success of the event.

1. APRIL 2014
Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the Archdiocese
of Palo and closing of the Year of Faith
WHAT WE DID FOR LOVE
By: ENYA CRUZ-YLAGAN (HS-64)
Sunday, February 2, 2014, dawned bright
and breezy, and I woke up excited and
expectant, hoping for an easy and painless
delivery, yet not knowing if our “baby”
would be beautiful and the best. After
two years of preparation, that was exactly
how members of High School Class ‘64
felt the day of CHS Homecoming marking
the culmination of its Centennial
Celebration. And why shouldn’t we be
excited? After all, we were the Golden
Jubilarians, and our class, the host of that
day’s activities.
The day after our Sapphire Jubilee in
February 2009, our Class Chairperson,
Dodit Ocampo-Reyes, already reminded
us to think about our stint as Golden
Jubilarians in 2014. To keep the Spirit
ablaze, she created a google group for our
class for e-mail messages on core group
meetings and quarterly reunions.
“Balikbayan” classmates Nona Barretto-
Hawgood, Edith Lanuza-Villa, Rorit Marco-
Carael, Evelyn Sanchez-Graham, Stella
Umali-Mendoza and her husband Manny,
and “local” classmates Evelyn Duremdes-
Barz, Tess Romualdo-Sia, and Mencie
Salas-Duenas arrived at CHS Mendiola
way before our “call time” of 10:00 a.m.
electricity was in the air.
At exactly 10:45 a.m., we had our class
picture taken with the “One Brighter
World” theme and logo at the background.
Most classmates made a beeline for the
food booth of classmate Linda Romero-
Ibarra.
By 1:30 p.m., alumnae moved to the
auditorium for the Holy Mass. As part of
the Program Committee, very ably headed
by our HS class Salutatorian, Charlyn
Alfonso-Cabanero, I was elated to note
that the auditorium was filled to capacity.
Our fears that alumnae might not feel
inclined to attend another program at the
heels of the spectacular 2013 presentation
in SMX were allayed. The Holy Mass
officiated by Rev. Bishop Pablo Virgilio
David, DD set the joyful mood of the
afternoon.
Charlyn, Nellie Lee Alvarez, and I
comprised the Program Committee. We
were present at all rehearsal dates, but we
did not see the program melding into one
complete whole. What we knew was we
had given it our best, and God will do the
rest.
We watched the program unfold, the
guests and alumni enjoying the whole
show, and cried, laughed, and experienced
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goose pimples with them at various
points in the program: hearing the
alumnae singing the CHS Alma Mater
Songs melded into one, shouting and
clapping as Martin Nievera, the son of
HS Class ‘49 alumna Conchita Razon,
rendered some songs, and cheering at
the dance sequence of CHSAF
President Sabsy Palanca and her
Board. All the jubilarian classes gave
101% effort to their presentation
interpreting their chosen Spirit toward
One Brighter World. I would like to
thank them for their wholehearted
cooperation and support toward the
success of our culminating activities.
And to all the other people who were
part and parcel of One Brighter World
(Dodit mentioned them in her closing
remarks), to those who were there
with us from start to finish, thank you.
I felt warm and aglow with love as I
danced for our class presentation and
saw the alumni and guests enjoying
our sequence. After the show, hearing
the wild applause, the cheers, the
accolade given to our classmate,
Dodit, as Overall Centenary
Culmination Head, we knew we had
done something good.

2. Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the Archdiocese
of Palo and closing of the Year of Faith
Past (2013-2014) and current (2014-2015) Board of Trustees.
The CHSAF Board for 2014-2015 being sworn in.
Outgoing CHSAF President Sabsy Palanca and incoming
President Tess Llave with outgoing board members
Lucia Quimson, Menchu Que and Grace Mascenon.
Sabsy swearing in the new Board members – Yolanda
Manding-Albano, Clara Jean Fadul-Arce, Rosemarie
Miranda-Lim, Bernadette Lazaro, and Teresa Soliman
CHSAF BOARD OF TRUSTEES
2014-2015
PRESIDENT
Maria Theresa Abeleda-Llave
HS-73
1st VICE PRESIDENT
Kathryn De Jesus-Bellosillo
HS-74
2nd VICE PRESIDENT
Lorraine Young-Sylianteng
HS-73
SECRETARY
Ma. Isabel Z. Cabrera
HS-64/BSChem-69
ASST. SECRETARY
Teresa G. Soliman
BSC-72
TREASURER
Angeles V. Madrid
HS-72/BSC-76
ASST. TREASURER
Clara Jean Fadul-Arce
HS-74
BOARD MEMBERS
Antonietta Articona-Brion
BSChem-67
Bernadette I. Lazaro
HS-63/BSChem-68
Yolanda Manding-Albano
HS-68
Rosemarie Miranda-Lim
HS-74
Guillermina M. Ong
HS-68/BSC-72
Ma. Belen Elvira S. Tiongco
HS-77
Victoria Torres-del Rosario
HS-77
Daisy Villasis-Montesa
HS-68/BSChem-73
EX-OFFICIO OFFICER
Isabelita Sy-Palanca
HS-68
FROM YOUR ALUMNAE BOARD
It is a pleasure and a privilege to be serving as president of the CHS
Alumnae Foundation Board for the year 2014-2016. The new
CHSAF Board members and officers, bound by the vision-mission of the Foundation,
are committed to pursuing projects and programs that are beneficial to our alumnae
and to our alma mater. We remain faithful to the ideals of “Truth in Love” and are
united with the CHSM administration in its goal of reestablishing the College of the
Holy Spirit Manila as an institution of higher learning educating a new generation of
men and women who reflect our Catholic heritage and the teachings of St. Arnold
Janssen. I call upon all our alumni to support the various projects and programs of the
CHSAF Board… let us keep the Spirit alive.
Message from the President
Maria Theresa Abeleda-Llave (Hs-73)
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3. BERNADETTE I. LAZARO
(HS-63/BSCHEM-68)
CHSM education and discipline plus
strong family values were foundations
for three decades of Philippine
government service at the University of
the Philippines, Development Academy of the
Philippines (DAP), Department of Tourism/Philippine
Convention Bureau (now Tourism Promotions Board)
where my management and marketing skills were
developed and utilized. I trained at Yale University, DAP
and numerous international associations.
I established the first Philippine tourism office in Paris,
France as Regional Convention Coordinator for Europe
when the tagline was “Where Asia Wears a Smile” and
concluded a London, United Kingdom assignment
during the “WOW Philippines” campaign. I gained
private sector experience in academe at University of
the East, in non-profits at Restoring Sight International,
and in finance at Ameriprise and John Hancock Financial
Services in Boston and New York City.
I am fully engaged in the Catholic faith, family, friends,
and community.
FROM YOUR ALUMNAE BOARD
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KNOW YOUR CHSAF BOARD MEMBERS
TERESA G. SOLIMAN
(BSC-72)
I am the youngest of eight children
of the late Dr. Pedro and Bonifacia G.
Soliman of Tarlac City. I spent four years
as an intern at CHSM, together with
two elder sisters. I studied elementary and high school
in CHS Tarlac, and received a Distinguished Loyalty
Medal Award upon graduation in College. Btw, that's
about the only distinguished award I ever got in my
life, so boy, do I treasure it. I graduated with a
Bachelor of Science Degree in Commerce in 1972,
despite my having failed in Algebra once. On second
take though, I passed it.
My greatest treasure, next to God, is my son
Niccolo. He holds a job, loves to cook our meals at
home, pays the monthly bills, etc. But I sincerely hope
he gets married soon, so I can enjoy my grandkids
before I croak.
Despite storms and trials in life, my faith in God has
become even stronger. I am a Teresian Secular
Carmelite, and a gentlewoman farmer.
Ma. Jenna D. Braga
BS Nursing
Magna cum Laude
Sponsors: Juliet Lee-Uy and
Evangeline Qua (HS-70)
CHS ADOPT-A-SCHOLAR
Graduates
ROSEMARIE MIRANDA-LIM
HS-74
.
A very passionate person who tries to
do her best.
My Motto: I shall live today as if it were
my last, giving God all the glory and praise in my life.
My secret: to have a deep and intimate relationship with
God 24/7 and to spend quiet time so that I may know His
will in every aspect of my life.
My goal is to be the best that I can be in my various
pursuits: as a real estate developer; a clothes designer
wherein I use real fresh water pearls, gemstones, and
crystals; and a fashion stylist. Of course I want to be the
best wife and mom, daughter and friend.
At present I am the President of JELBY ACRES INC., and
PRESIDENT OF KRUGAARANT INC. I chaired the COLLEGE
OF THE HOLY SPIRIT CENTENNIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
committee which aimed to raise funds for the scholarship
program. I have been actively participating in the
FAME/CITEM WORLD EXHIBIT.
Living a life in Christ is the best thing that ever happened
to me.
Cherrie Rose G. De
Leon
BS Tourism Management
Sponsors: HS Classes 75, 76,
77 c/o Swatch Project

4. Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the Archdiocese
of Palo and closing of the Year of Faith
Peso Dollar
HS 50 Lydia Tansinsin 1,000.00
HS 57 Flora Cecilia Santos HGC 5,000.00
HS 53 Anonymous 20,000.00
HS 59
Noli and Cecille Depabiladeras and son Joshua
c/o Maria Mercedes Escoda 10,000.00
HS 64 Lourdes Acacio Unemori 20,000.00
HS 64 HS-64 c/o Dodit Ocampo Reyes 376,100.00
HS 65 Elena Mier 8,000.00
HS 65 Rosalou Lamson 30,000.00
HS 65 Elena Mier 10,000.00
HS 65 Rosalou Lamson 2,000.00
HS 68 Josefina Cacnio 10,000.00
HS 68 Ging Ong 20,000.00
HS 68 Sabsy Palanca 80,000.00
HS 68 Daisy Montesa 10,000.00
HS 69 Marlene Jacinto 20,000.00
HS 71 HS-71 c/o Lyn Dator 70,190.00
HS 72
OFW Amman, Jordan c/o Ambassador Olivia
Valera-Palala 43,369.01
HS 72 Friends of HS-72 c/o Geepers Pascual 20,000.00
HS 73 Grace Songcuya-Mascenon 20,000.00
HS 73 Lorraine Sylianteng (Robert & Lorraine) 20,000.00
HS 73 Lorraine Sylianteng (Angie Young) 20,000.00
HS 73 Lorraine Sylianteng (Young Sisters) 20,000.00
HS 73 Mr. & Mrs. Nicolei and Angelica Nasrabadi 20,000.00
HS 73 Cecilia O. Fernandez 20,000.00
HS 73 Tess Abeleda-Llave 60,000.00
HS 73 Maria Cecilia Chang 20,000.00
HS 73 Bench Art Conservation Services, Jaye Maronilla 20,000.00
HS 73 Rick Rey c/o Menchit D. Padilla $50,000.00
HS 73 Avanza Inc. 20,000.00
HS 73 Ditas Wagoner and Isy Ramirez 20,000.00
HS 73 Emmanuel and Blanca Nieve Songcuya 20,000.00
HS 74 HS-74 c/o Clara Jean Fadul-Arce 40,000.00
HS 77 Patricia Bustos-Lagunda 500.00
HS 77 HS-77 c/o Dada Miranda-Cua 100,000.00
HS 77
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School Daly City c/o
Belle Tiongco 89,170.95
HS 79 Peggy Tan See 30,000.00
AB-63/BSE-64 Corazon B. Parco 3,500.00
Total 1,298,829.96 $50,000.00
DONOR/PAYOR
AMOUNT
CLASS/YEAR
BANCA DONATIONS FOR THE TYPHOON YOLANDA VICTIMS
Report as of April 8, 2014
FROM YOUR ALUMNAE BOARD
The One Bright Night Dinner Dance, superbly
handled by the team of Golden jubilarian Jojie
Garcia-Alfonso and Sapphire jubilarian Luz
Cotoco, was attended by majority of the
jubilarian classes, and the good food, good
music, and Martin Nievera’s special songs
added to the gaiety of the evening. We could
not have asked for more. And for keeping us
inspired, focused, and strong, we THANK YOU,
dear HOLY SPIRIT. All these, for God’s greater
honor and glory!
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Fr. Phil spoke
on "The
Grace of the
Later Years",
the CHSAF
sponsored
recollection.
Alumnae listening to the talk delivered by Fr. Phil.
Recollection
Jan. 25, 2014
CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE WE, THE ALUMNAE
The WE, the Alumnae is a newspaper for and of
HGC/CHS alumnae; we would also like it to be a newspaper by
HGC/CHS alumnae. Thus, we welcome your contributions to
the different sections of the WE, such as ALUMNEWS (just
got married, or had a baby, moved out of your house or the
country, got a new job, etc... share the news with us),
FEATURES (your memories of a classmate or a teacher; let us
know your insights about yourself, tell us about the lessons that
you have learned from life, your experiences, etc.), IN THE
MAILBAG (drop us a line from your travels or new home...
share a friend’s or a teacher’s letter with us), FAMILY TALK
(send us your family picture and let us know all about yourself
and the VIPs in your life). Be a part of the WE... let it truly be
“your” newspaper.
Send your contributions to: The CHS Alumnae Office, 163 E
Mendiola, Manila or e-mail to chsaf.mla@gmail.com

5. Helen Dionisio-Custodio
(HS-64)
-Public Servant. Champion of
the Filipino Worker, Economic
and Projects Planner,
Occupational Health & Safety
Expert.
-37 years in government
service in DOLE. Labor Attache
with postings in Madrid, Spain,
Washington D.C., USA and
Athens, Greece.
Excellence in every endeavor. This simple
guiding principle is one I have sought to
adhere to ever since I was a child and one
which I continue to strive for today. From
the smallest of tasks to my most challenging
responsibilities, I am content only when I
feel that I have given my very best to an
undertaking and that I have successfully
seen to its fruition. Professionally, I have
dedicated my efforts to uplifting the rights
and dignity of the Filipino worker.
Personally, my passion is to improve myself
daily, nurture my family, and contribute to
the betterment of my community.
Maria Montserrat
Iturralde-Hamlin
(HS-74/AB -78)
-Leader. Marketer.
Publisher. Writer,
Events Organizer,
Motivational Speaker.
-President and Founder
of TeamAsia/ Hamlin-
Iturralde Corporation,
an award-winning marketing communications
firm with an impressive list of multinational and
local clients.
Do your best always. Work hard. Keep
your promises. Do the right thing. Live
simply. Love your family. Pray always. Be
grateful. Give back. Growing up in the
Iturralde family and studying at CHS, I was
schooled in these values. Academically and
professionally, these values kept me
grounded, even at the worst of times.
Realize that problems are a part of life.
Don’t wallow in self-pity; step up and do
something about it. Remember, all things
will pass. What is important is the love you
have given to others, as this is the measure
by which you will be remembered.
Ma. Socorro Martinez
(HS-70)
-Neurologist. Professor.
Alzheimer Disease
Specialist. Community
Service Advocate/
Worker.
-The prime mover in
the care of Alzheimer
patients and related
disorders and for
creating optimal
support services for the patients, their families
and care-givers.
My life’s rule is clearly stated in the
biblical verse Romans 28:8 “For those
who love God, all things work together
for good, according to His purpose.” I
was taught by my parents to keep the
faith, that Jesus came to give us
abundant life and He will supply all my
needs to achieve my dreams and
aspirations. In times of trials, failures,
anxiety, and fear of what is to come, I
have taught myself to focus on what is
good and positive. I view these bumps
on the road of life as signposts to be still
and know that God is in CONTROL.
Hence, I humble myself in prayer that I
will be suffused with His grace so as to
finish the task and give Him all the glory.
Emilina Masigan-
Mercado
(HS-63)
-Art Educator. Theatre
Director. Producer.
Creative Artist. Costume/
Stage Designer. Portrait
Painter.
-The classroom and the
theatre, here and abroad, have been her forum
for developing the creative thinking, talent and
character, especially of the youth. Responsible
for the 2013 CHS Centennial Presentation.
I consider myself the luckiest teacher in
the world because I teach Art and
Drama! For 35 years the experience of
watching students involved in the
process of exploring, understanding,
producing works of art and being
immersed in a stage character is exciting
and professionally rewarding.
Year after year, hundreds of students
enter my classroom and I am there
resolved to offer them an environment
which fosters instructional climate by
providing a place where they can express
artistic talent and develop creative
thinking. I see to it that each child is given
a forum where each is encouraged to ask
questions and challenged to find answers
to questions.
It is said that the "spirit" of a country is
found in its Arts. With the help of our
Holy Spirit, I try to provide a curriculum
where I can offer young minds
motivational appeal, high interest, and
interactive approach from a well-planned
and sequentially articulated Fine Arts
program. I firmly believe that this process
allows for discovery and creative
problem solving and, in the process,
cultivates learners who are able to make
positive contributions to the country.
Aurorita Marco-Mendoza
(HS-64)
-Educator. Humanitarian.
International Consultant in
HIV, AIDS, Health and
Gender.
-A lifetime of helping
marginalized communities
realize their right to health
services. Over 20 years
with United Nations,
UNAIDS, based in Geneva, Switzerland.
“What is the right thing to do?” These
words of our high school teacher and
mentor, Sister Vivinia, have stayed with
me through the years, my compass
guiding the paths I have chosen.
Discerning “the right thing to do” has not
been simple— it is not always an
objective process but a subjective and
personal one. I have learned in the years
of my humanitarian work that “the right
thing” is not always convenient, easy, or
even obvious. But at the end of the day, I
realize that the right things are those
driven by the heart and not only by the
head—loving unconditionally, asking and
giving forgiveness, and contributing
one’s voice and hands to marginalized
communities to help realize their right to
health. These have been to me real
moments of grace.
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6. Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the Archdiocese
of Palo and closing of the Year of Faith
Carmencita David-Padilla
(HS-73)
-Visionary. Trailblazer.
Pediatrician. Professor.
Neonatal/Genetic
Specialist.
-Two major contributions:
1. Establishment of
Genetic Services
2. Introduction and
institutionalization of Newborn Screening
Services which have become the model for 10
other Asia-Pacific countries.
In 1977, I was interviewed to complete
my application to the UP College of
Medicine. The panel asked my purpose
for pursuing Medicine and I distinctly
remember my response – 'service to
humanity.' It sounds like an overused
cliché, but I honestly feel that human
service has been my personal driving
force. I consider myself an instrument
of God and I believe that the things
that happen to me are the result of
God orchestrating my role in His grand
plan. Among my many medical
opportunities, I have adopted as
a lifetime mission, saving babies from
mental retardation and death.
led by husband, Dr. Rey Gregorio, gave
Deanna all the emotional and morale
boost in all her activities.
Deanna pursued the goal of maximizing
the rehabilitation assistance for Persons
with Disability towards enhanced
opportunities for their self-development
and self-reliance in her role as Sectorial
Representative for Persons with
Disabilities at the National Anti-Poverty
Commission (NAPC), as Chairperson of
the National Capital Region Committee
for the Welfare of Disabled Persons, as
President of the Multiple Sclerosis
Society of the Philippines, as Treasurer
of the Philippine Sports Association for
the Differently Abled, and Assistant
Treasurer of the Philippine Federation of
Local Council of Women.
An alumna of the Holy Ghost College and
the University of the Philippines where
she earned her Bachelor of Science in
Home Economics, Deanna pursued her
graduate studies at the Columbia
University in New York City and also
earned her Masters in Arts, Textile &
Related Ads degree at the San Jose
College in California. She was a recipient
of various awards of achievement before
her demise, the most prominent of which
were the U.P. Sigma Delta Phi Mariang
Maya Award of Excellence for Social
Services and the U.P. Alumni Association
(UPAA) Most Distinguished Award for
Poverty Alleviation.
Deanna Lorenzana-
Gregorio+
(HS-55)
-Social worker. Civic leader.
Team builder. A heart for
community service and the
underprivileged.
The late Deanna
Lorenzana-Gregorio
was a multi-awarded socio-civic leader,
philanthropist, and staunch advocate
for the empowerment and welfare of
Persons with Disability (PWD) during
her lifetime. A disabled person herself
suffering from multiple sclerosis with
the knowledge that death can come
anytime due to her debilitating
condition, Deanna was not deterred
from extending a helping hand to
others in greater need. And her family,
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDEES
Her involvement in civic associations and
non-governmental organizations,
consultancies in national institutions and
agencies, and her speaking engagements
had the corollary aim of broadening the
reach of broadcast programming
and technology.
Ma. Luisa de Guzman-
Daroy
(HS-73)
-Scientist. Researcher.
Professor. Innovator.
-An acknowledged authority
in applying molecular biology and
genomics to look for ways to
improve the treatment and
healing of various diseases
and medical conditions.
I have always been deeply aware of God’s
abiding Presence in my life, having learned
to consent to His action in my life. The
seeming success of my science career is
fruit of that trust and consent. That I am
able to serve my country through research
and teaching aimed at finding new ways of
healing is pure gift from God. I praise and
thank Him for using me as His humble
instrument in reshaping creation and
improving life with the best tools of
biological and molecular sciences. Through
all these, I give Him thanks and praise for
bringing meaning to my life.
Elizabeth Lorenzana-Diaz
(HS-55)
-Broadcast Communication
Pioneer/Educator. Media
Specialist. Actress.
Performer. Media/
Women’s Rights Advocate.
Civic Leader.
-One cannot talk about
broadcast communication
education in the Philippines and not mention
her name.
Elizabeth "Beth" Lorenzana-Diaz is a
pioneer in broadcast education in the
Philippines. The use of broadcast media
to better the quality of life of the
ordinary Filipino has been her life's
passion and mission.
At the University of the Philippines
where she was a faculty member, she
sought to professionalize the course by
systematizing the curriculum, requiring
"on the job training" or practicum for
broadcast education students, and
pushing for legislation for monitoring
and control of the media and their
ethical practice. Further, she has
networked with various agencies here
and abroad to develop Philippine
broadcasting.
POSTHUMOUS AWARDEES
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7. Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the Archdiocese
of Palo and closing of the Year of Faith
Leonor Testa-Feliciano+
(HS-59)
-Child psychiatrist.
Medical Director. Fundraiser
for the Philippines. Avid
promoter of Philippine arts,
music and dance.
Leonor's passion
centered around the
(1) care and wellbeing of children, (2)
preservation of Philippine culture, and (3)
giving aid to the Motherland specially the
poor.
She trained in Child Psychiatry and
throughout her life she was a fearless
child advocate. She did voluntary work for
children's and women's abuse shelters.
She was the Founding President of the
Philippine Art Foundation for over 20
years. She secured funding for the
foundation from multiple sources to allow
cultural presentations by The Philippine
Madrigal Singers (3 visits), the Philippine
Ballet Theatre, Ballet Manila (2 visits),
Michael Dadap and Yeou Cheng Ma
(guitarist and violinist), The Children's
Orchestra Society of New York, Loboc
Children's Choir, and others including
pianists and classical singers. The
Philippine Art Foundation dancers thrive
to this day.
Leonor was a resource speaker for school
children and published a book A
Philippine Primer. She participated in
multiple medical missions to the
Philippines. She was a national officer of
Gawad Kalinga USA and became Director
for Partnerships while undergoing
chemotherapy. She was also a wonderful
wife, mother, and grandmother.
My Journey with Clem, Master Traveler
By: Mabini Pablo
(Ma. Clementina “Clem” Luciano-Pablo (HS-69),
wife of Mabini Pablo and youngest daughter of
the late Court of Appeals Justice Leonor Luciano
and the first female resident manager of a five-
star hotel in the country, passed away… after a
two-year uphill battle with lung cancer.)
My life with Clem has always been
marked by journey and travel and
adventure and exploring. While we
both grew up here in Manila, we met in
Mindanao, of all places, where she was
pioneering a hotel institute and I was
working on a Mindanao regional
development project. The fact that we
met while on the road was, for me, a
sign of things to come. For more than
40 years, we would travel and explore
together. Our bags have landed on
carousels at airports all around the
globe. But more important than the
places, we also explored the different
terrains of life—the ups and downs, the
smooth and the rough.
Clem and I went through the typical
boyfriend-and-girlfriend stage for some
years before settling down. We had a
long distance relationship. In the 1970s,
she studied in Salzburg and worked at
the Vienna Hilton for seven years. I
went to the Netherlands on a
scholarship. We would travel by train
together, at times on one train ticket as
we would enter the turnstiles at the
same time when the station guards
were not looking. We would share a
baguette while under the Eiffel Tower.
(We could not afford the lift that would
take us to the top.) Sometimes our
dates were not dates at all. She would
be on the night shift at her hotel in
Vienna, so I would wait for her in the
lobby. …
… We got married in 1981 and we
started our family, first with Joao and
then with Lia. As much as possible, we
made it a point to travel as a family.
By the time Lia was 11, she had already
seen several Disneylands. Sometimes
we would look back and calculate how
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much we spent on travel and we would
say, ‘Siguro may bahay na tayo.’ But we
never had regrets.
Clem was in her element when we went
on these adventures. She had the
highest standards about everything. And
she was obsessive about every detail…
even packing was a major production.
She made sure that we would have
everything: underwear folded into
squares, Tide bar so she could do our
laundry on the road, hand wash, paper
toilet seat covers. She knew the most
quaint and charming places to stay, the
best hotels - those that gave value for
money. ...She always knew the best
places to eat, the best dishes to order.
She could overhaul a menu at a
moment’s notice to get the best culinary
experience and the best value for
money. She knew where to get the best
foie gras, the best truffles, the best
danggit, and the best bagnet.
That was Clem. Some say that this was
from her training in the international
hotel industry. I am sure that is true. But
even deeper than that, I think it was
because she was born with a heart for
service. She was hardwired to move
heaven and earth for those she loved.
I have been blessed to be at the center
of that kind of love for many years.
Continued to page 8
FEATURE
WE, the Alumnae
Editorial Board
Ma. Victoria B. Anastacio (HS-63/AB-67)
Victoria Torres-del Rosario (HS-77)
Remedios “Tita” Dizon (HS-63)
Riziel Fajutag-Icaro (AB-11)
Virginia P. Macaso (BSChem-63)
Maria Corazon B. Parco (AB-63/BSE-64)
Sr. Victricia Pascasio, S.Sp.S. (HS-53/AB-57/BSE-64)
Ma. Belen Elvira S. Tiongco (HS-77)
Clementina Luciano-Pablo with husband Mabini
Pablo and children.
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8. Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the Archdiocese
of Palo and closing of the Year of Faith
December 13, 2013 marked Linda Fule’s first death anniversary.
Her untimely demise was a painful loss to her friends, family,
and former students – to all who knew and loved her. Erlinda
Fule finished her secondary education at the Holy Ghost College
Manila in 1949 and then her Bachelor in Music degree in 1952
and her Bachelor in Arts in 1953 at the same college. After her
studies here in the Philippines she continued her graduate
studies in Music at the Peabody Conservatory of Music in the
USA. Upon her return to the Philippines, she became a faculty
member of the College of the Holy Spirit, Music Department for
some years and then continued her teaching at the University
of Sto. Tomas in Music. Quoting the December 12, 2012
Varsitarian News, “Erlinda Fule, former Dean of Music of the
Conservatory of Music, passed away last December 13, 2012
due to multiple organ failure at the age of 79. She had served
the Conservatory of Sto. Tomas for 52 years and was considered
one of the Pillars of the Conservatory. Her persevering efforts
led to the establishment of the UST Symphony Orchestra
featuring “Sampung mga Daliri” Concert and sponsoring the
annual music seminar camp. She introduced the post college
building program for elementary and high school teachers with
the help of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).
REMEMBERING LINDA
By: Sr. Guadalupe De Leon, S.Sp.S.
studying after 2 years and return to
their hometown, they would still be the best musicians
there.”
Miss Fule was known as a disciplinarian and produced
musicians who excelled here in our country and abroad. We
will surely miss Linda – a wonderful friend, classmate and
Teacher. May she now enjoy God’s loving presence for all
eternity.
Erlinda Fule with Sr. Guada
It was during her term as
Dean which began in 1992
that CHED declared the
Conservatory a center of
excellence in Music
Education. Enrollment of
music students soared as
she opened the
Conservatory’s gates to
music beginners. During
this time we did not refuse
students even when they
did not really play well.
Miss Fule’s philosophy was
that everybody should be
given a chance to study
music because even if
students should stop
Her support for me was unconditional. I worked with
government for 33 years, and I would take home a paycheck
that was puny compared to what she was making. It didn’t
matter. She supported me. I would encounter the instabilities
of changes in government. It didn’t matter. She supported me. I
made good career decisions. I made some bad ones. It didn’t
matter. She supported me. No one loved me more than Clem.
The last trip that we planned together was in May 2012. We
were going to tour Italy as a family as a gift for Lia, who had just
graduated from UP cum laude. The weekend before departure,
Clem went in for a routine checkup and the findings were
discouraging.
Since that time, Clem and I have been on a journey of a
different kind. We have had to navigate a completely different
terrain. It had become a journey that was full of doctor’s
offices, multiple CT scans, blood tests, and chemotherapy. It
was one surgery after another and continuing struggles with
infections. Eventually the journey had to be lived day by day,
then hour by hour, then breath by breath.
… For both of us, the story began with denial, then resignation.
Slowly, we both moved to acceptance, conforming with God’s
will. Even in this kind of journey, she was the master traveler
and just as I had in the years before, I continued to learn from
her.
…continued from page 7
MY JOURNEY WITH CLEM, MASTER TRAVELER
FEATURE
During her last days, Clem was at home and it was becoming
more and more difficult to breathe and to talk. I would take
sheets of paper and a pen and encourage her to write what
she wanted to say. Once she wrote, ‘Baked Ziti from Sbarro,
half order.’ Another time, she wrote, ‘Victorinox menu.’ On
one occasion, she wrote a single word ‘beautiful’. I still have
that sheet of paper with me. I take it as a message from God
that he will create something beautiful out of this suffering.
Last night, Clem began the ultimate journey of her life, hand
in hand with God. I can only imagine the marvelous things
she is seeing right now.
(Edited by Roxane Belardo-Mendoza)
MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL FORM
I would like to renew my active membership to the CHS Alumnae
Foundation. Enclosed is my payment (cash/check) as follows:
_______P500.00/US$12.00 (One-year membership)
_______P1,000.00/US$24.00 (Two-year membership)
Name: ________________________________
Address: ______________________________
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E-Mail Address: _________________________
Note: Pls. make your checks payable to: CHS ALUMNAE FOUNDATION,
INC. and mail c/o The Alumnae Office, 163 E. Mendiola, Manila.
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9. Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the Archdiocese
of Palo and closing of the Year of Faith
Getting the class together as
Jubilarians for the Centennial
celebration was quite a job, but of
course I enjoyed it. We belong to the
only High School class that was open
during the World War II years. The
war broke out in the middle of the
second semester. But we had a
complete High School year because
when we went back to school, we
went through a 3-month “Completion
course,” unlike Class ’42 which was
automatically graduated. At the end
of the school year in March 1944, we
were 75 graduates – including
classmates from other schools – but
missing a lot of those who had been
with us before.
Nevertheless, we were very close,
having to go through the experience
of bowing to the Japanese sentry at
the corner of San Beda College,now
Concepcion Aguila St., riding
carretelas or later, the charcoal-fed
bus (for which somebody had to line
up for us so we could get seats), or
simply walking all the way to school
even if it took an hour or more. We
remember fondly the tiny smiling
Japanese nun who taught us Nippongo,
the garden plots we took care of, and
the way we took our studies seriously for
it was a precious time and privilege.
After our Silver Jubilee, we would meet
every quarter, to the envy of other
classes. We even had a fund to which
we contributed so that the next time we
would be Jubilarians, we would have
money on hand and we did not have to
spend too much. I remember one year,
we did not perform ourselves but put up
a fashion show where our children
participated. Another year, our Coral
Jubilee, the class in charge decided to
hold the celebration in Manila Hotel and
there again my daughters danced – one
of the few numbers in that program.
One memorable time was our Golden
Jubilee where we wore white uniforms,
with orchids, our class flower, on our
lapel. Later, we ourselves performed
since fortunately, a son-in-law, Jojo
Lucila, was a choreographer.
As the Platinum Jubilarians, we wound
up with only two dancers (the Vice-
President of our class, Delia Barrion-
Ignacio), and I, the class representative.
This year, probably our last hurrah, like
we had done before, my daughter
represented us in our number. It is no longer
easy to get my classmates together. We
miss the quarterly gatherings. Occasionally,
someone celebrates a birthday and we meet
again. Sometimes, we go together to the
wake of one of our members. We try to let
each other know of any news about our
classmates, mainly to ask for prayers for
them. So many are gone, so many are sick
or in wheelchair, or attending to sick
husbands, unable to attend. And, our
incomes are sorely limited now.
It is impossible to get together anymore but I
wanted the alumni to know that many of us
are alive. Informing my classmates about
the activities of the Centennial was difficult
since a number have hearing problems, and
some are terribly forgetful.
Attending the reunion was impossible for
many. I had hoped that we would be at least
19 in attendance, but at the last minute, only
6 came with their nurses (some left before
the program ended), and no one could stay
for the dinner because of the late hour.
Thanks to Dodit, I can still keep our spirit
going by sending the others the souvenir
program so that they can live the reunion
vicariously.
HIGH SCHOOL CLASS 1944
JUBILARIANS
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HS-79
The
2014 Jubilarians
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College-64
HS-64
HS-54
HS-69
HS-59
HS-49

11. 2014 Centenary Homecoming
February 2, 2014, CHSM
H.E. Bishop Virgilio David, D.D.
officiated the Thanksgiving Mass
CHSM President Dr. Felina Co-
Young reports on the school’s
current status and future direction.
CHSAF President Sabsy Sy-Palanca
says her farewell address.
The Ten Outstanding Alumnae
Awardees
HS-74
Spirit of Faith
HS-69
Spirit of Hope
HS-49
Spirit of Love
College-64
Spirit of Generosity
HS-79
Spirit of Joy
HS-54
Spirit of Celebration
Musical Introduction by Norma
Tecson-Francia AM-57/BM-64
CHSAF
Spirit of Unity in Diversity
HS-44
Spirit of Gratitude
HS-64
Spirit of Christmas
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HS-65 in full force working at the
registration area.
HS-59
Spirit of Truth

12. BSC-68 classmates get together at Yakimix, Greenbelt 3, Makati City,
to welcome Cecile La Torre-Mijares from Garden City, New York; in
the picture are (Seated L-R): Chit Kanapi-Cabrejas, Cecile La Torre-
Mijares, Yola Arce-Pilar, Zeny Zamora (AB-67) (Standing L-R):
Cecile Mañalac, Becky Santiago-Sacdalan, Lucia Bacani-Quimson
Binhi Exhibitors with former CHSAF President Sabsy Palanca and
Sr. Victricia Pascasio, SSpS.
BSC-67 at Dusit Hotel, Feb. 25, 2014 (Seated L-R): (Balikbayans
from USA): Evelyn Mirasol-Arzadon (NC), Chit Zamora-Magdangal
(HW), Med de Jesus (NYC) (Standing): Maribi Nolasco, Mila
Chipeco-Ladrido, Ning Ramos-Reyes, Chita Alino-Santos, Marilou
Yabut-Serrano and Roselle del Rosario-Rebano
Cherry Fajardo (HS-55)
enjoys a pleasant visit
with high school
classmate, Sr. Josephine
Buencamino, FMM, at
the beautiful Franciscan
convent in Rome
GALLERY
Singing “One Brighter World” Jubilee Hymn
The Spirit Ablaze for One Brighter World was
passed on to the CHS students representing the
future of CHS and the nation.
CHSAF appreciation for some of the prime
movers of the Feb. 2 activities.
“ONE BRIGHT NIGHT”
Dinner Dance
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Closing Remarks by
Gloria Ocampo-Reyes,
2014 Centenary
Homecoming Chairperson

13. Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of the Archdiocese
of Palo and closing of the Year of Faith
Roselle sat for her CPA Exams after
graduation in 1967. When the results were
published, Roselle, her family, our School,
the Commerce Dept. – all celebrated
Roselle’s landing in the top 20 list!
What has she been into in the last 45
years? Roselle started a career crunching
numbers in the banking industry. Fellow
alumnae may recall her stint at Citibank.
But, after a decade or so, Roselle,
metamorphosed into reel life in the
‘80s. Yes, Roselle landed in the movies!
What? We have a movie star in the
Business School? No, but Roselle brought
stars to Manila, and brought our films
overseas as entries in international film
festivals. Working behind the scenes in a
high executive position, she presented
Filipino film productions to the world’s top
film hot spots. Of course you know Oro,
Plata, Mata – Peque Gallaga’s Urian
Awards entry. Roselle brought this multi-
awarded film to the attention of the
world. And of course, Himala, Ishmael
Bernal’s classic starring Nora Aunor, got to
the Berlin International Filmfest through
the workings of Roselle behind the scenes.
We know that the film and television
industries are kindred spirits. And from
rubbing elbows with celebrities, Roselle
segued into TV show production. Under her
producer belt is Oh No, It’s Johnny, which
over 12 years brought into the living rooms
of night owls socialites; celebrities from TV,
movie, and sports; and political headliners.
From promotions to production,
Roselle once again shifted gears. This
time, she went into events
management. The quick-thinking,
detail-oriented, and person-centered
executive at Jayelles PR conceptualized,
budgeted, and undertook Manila’s big
and celebrated events. For the last 12
years, Roselle has been working on the
Philippine Cancer Society’s Annual ball,
the Best Dressed Women of the
Philippines Awards. Mrs. Imelda
Ongsiako-Cojuangco is its honorary
chairperson. (BTW, Mrs. Cojuangco is
our fellow alumna…) If you have a
passion for fund raising and you have a
cause as significant and as timely as the
Philippine Cancer Society’s thrusts in
information dissemination, patient
navigation, and cancer treatment, you
can identify with Roselle who has been
behind the scenes of this much
celebrated and successful annual
event.
For Roselle, this awards ball de delivers
the confluence of professional
excellence and advocacy for the good of
many.
When asked why she put her finger into
this pie, she gives you her bright smile
and confidently declares that having
graduated from the Business School of
the College of the Holy Spirit, she had
been drilled in excellence and
awareness, awareness that must
translate into relevance and positive
action.
Roselle has been here to serve – on the
job and off it. On the job, Roselle kept
her sights on the end result: delivery of
a good project, a killer production, a
mega bucks-generating event. In the
process, she worked indefatigably with
the staff, training them, coaching,
correcting, rewarding. Proudly, she can
point to staff who have moved on,
achievers in their own right, in their
chosen specializations.
Off the job, she has two interesting
continuing projects: managing and
maintaining a community chapel which
her parents started, and organizing
family reunions that keep the clan
closely knit.
Roselle has just retired. But like all
current-day retirees, she has become a
consultant to the firm she has retired
from. And like all these consultants, she
is busier than ever! Whew!
Johnny Litton, Roselle Del Rosario-Rebana and
Loida Nicolas-Lewis.
HERE I AM TO SERVE YOU: At the Movies…Through Events
Featuring: Roselle Del Rosario-Rebano (AB-BSC -67)
By: Ilo Wallenstein
FEATURE
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21. Our E-mail Connection
(Ed.’s Note — This section contains messages/information
received through our e-mail address: chsaf.mla@gmail.com)
From: Violeta Joaquin-Seitz (BSBio-87), Tracy, California, Jan.
08/14
After few days of being jet-lagged and catching up with my family
(and yes, household chores too), I’m here reminiscing some
highlights of our mission trip…
We’re glad to be back! Feeling satisfied and happy, I would say
that while in Manila we did all that we could, working with what
resources we had – limited as the were - in order to assist the
typhoon survivors, orphans and all, and the homeless families
living on the streets of Manila.
Three things made an impression upon me:
1. A typhoon survivor shared her story saying, “When it
dawned on me that this could be my last moment, all that
mattered was my relationship with my family and with my
Creator. Material things, status in society, accomplishments: all of
these did not matter as I was about to face death.”
2. After I gave away cash assistance to the typhoon survivors,
I asked them what they planned to buy first. One person
answered with great excitement saying, “Now we can buy some
nails, wood, and hammers!”
3. The nuns’ unconditional love for children with cerebral
palsy at an orphanage inspired within me a willingness to be
generous; not counting cost and not expecting anything in return.
The highlights of our mission trip include giving financial
assistance to 37 families of typhoon survivors - whose stories of
courage and faith resound - and distributing 200 Christmas food
packages to the homeless families of Manila.
The typhoon survivors and the homeless families were grateful to
our family and friends, and to the donors for their financial
assistance that made possible the help they received. My family
and I are grateful for the opportunity to directly serve the poor
and those in need of assistance in the Philippines.
Moving forward, Microloan and Trade School programs will
continue to benefit and improve the lives of the poor. Business
proposals - though small and simple - from some typhoon
survivors are currently being considered for funding. In addition,
four individuals are being evaluated for admission to trade
school.
Thank you for all your support and prayers, and for partnering
with us in the service of the poor and needy.
Viollie Seitz
Founder and President
Pusong Pinoy Forever Foundation
2805 Redbridge Rd., Tracy, CA 95377
PusongPinoyForever.com
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Pusong Pinoy Forever Foundation is approved by the Internal
Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization.
Contributions to Pusong Pinoy Forever Foundation are tax-
deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Be part of our E-Mail Connection… be sure to check out our
newly-updated CHSAF Website at: http://chsaf.faithweb.com
Fr. Mario Sobrejuanite, SSP celebrating mass to open launch of 2015 Jubilee.
Early birds were the Golden girls of Class
65, designated to take charge of registration
of attendees.
Toni Villaraza-Palenzuela elaborated her
presentation with the conceptual plans and
direction for homecoming 2015.
Coral Jubilarian
representative, Gina
Tiongco-Legaspi,
co-partner of the Golden
Jubilarians for the
program proper and
production, presented
ideas on how to express
and magnify the theme of
Live Love and Laugh.
The affair was very well
attended! Attendees
were the officers and
members of the CHSAF
(Note: Tess Llave, CHSAF
President at the far
right in black and white
top) with some board
members and CHSAF
office staff.
The 2015 jubilarians representatives high-school and college... the youngest jubilarians are
the Coral and oldest are the Platinum Jubilarians... they already have a presentation in mind!
To wrap up the day, our classmate and qigong
guru, Inday Jopson-Espadero, gave a 5
minute session of cleansing, breathing and
laughing exercises, to the delight of everyone!
The moving force of the launch.... the Golden Girls
of Class 65 who were committed to their duties and
assignments on that day.
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22. Prayer Corner
Through our "Alumnae Prayer Community," let all of us,
alumnae-sisters, pause for a minute and storm heaven with
our prayers for:
- the complete healing and recovery of Helen Angeles-
Altonaga (HS-55), from the mastectomy that she
underwent after being diagnosed with malignant cancer of
the breast;
- the well-being of Sister Michelinde Saavedra, S.Sp.S. (HS-
52/AB-56/BSE-60), who was hospitalized last March; her
former pupils/friends may visit her at the S.Sp.S. Convent in
Poinsettia Road, Quezon City, where she is based;
Send us your prayer requests and let our “Alumnae Prayer
Community” gather through this section in his name for you.
Call Riziel at Tel. No. 735-5986 or e-mail us at
chsaf.mla@gmail.com
Obituary
Jan. 14 - Jose Co, father of CHSM President, Felina C.
Young (HS-65/AB-69), Lilia C. Chio (HS-65),
Marilyn (d), HS-67/BSMath-71, and CHS
Centennial awardee, Jennifer C. Hom (HS-71/
BSMath-75);
Jan. 21 - Remedios A. Soqueno - mother of Rebecca
Victoria (HS-60/BSChem-64), Cecilia S. Vargas
(HS-63/BSE-67), Cynthia S. Diaz (HS-68/
BSC-72), Raquel S. Peterson (HS-74/BSC-78),
Ma. Corazon S. Metwalli (HS-75/AB-80),
Cristina (HS-76), and Consuelo (HS-79/AB-83);
Jan. 22 - Florecita Lazo-Hoersch (HS-57), who passed
away in Sydney, Australia where she was
based, after a long battle with metastatic
breast cancer; sister of Rosario L. Albolote
(HS-59);
Jan. 26 - Ramon M. Bausa, husband of Veronica
Zeñarosa-Bausa (BSFN-66); brother of Wilhelmina
B. Dacanay (HS-54), Lily B. Racelis (HS-58), Pilar
B. Reyes (HS-59), and Marlyn B. Tambo (HS-63);
Feb. 14 – Conrado A. Fule, brother of Ms. Lourdes Fule-
Tagayun (d), HS-65 and Marcelita Fule- Magsaysay
(HS-70/BSC-74);
Feb. 17 - Lucia Perez-Sims, mother of Agnes Zita S.
Palma (HS-71);
Feb. 18 - Carolina Infante-Canlas, mother of Ma.
Cristina C. Robert (HS-71);
Feb. 20 - Romulo M. Laki, brother of Tomasa L. Razon (HS-
46), Amelia L. Lantin (HS-47), and Ambassador
Leonida L. Vera (HS-52);
Mar. 20 - Ma. Clementina Luciano-Pablo (HS-69), sister of
Ma. Eloisa L. Ledesma (HS-61/AB-65) and Amelia
Judith L. Ledesma (d), HS-65/AB/BSC-70;
Mar. ? - Concepcion Vistan-Certeza (HS-52);
Apr. 01 - Teresita Conge-Victa (HS-35), mother of Ma.
Teresa Victa-Macuja (HS-62) and sister of Carmen
C. Carag (HS-49);
Apr. 05 - Erlinda Guison-Miranda (HS-57);
Congratulations to…
Ambassador Olivia V. Palala (HS-72) presents her Letter of
Credence as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to
the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to King Abdullah II at the
Basman Palace.
Olivia Valera-Palala has been in the Philippine diplomatic
service since 1979 serving in different capacities: Acting
Chief, Division of European and Socialist Affairs, Office of
Political Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Minister-
Counsellor (handling human rights issues) and Consul,
Philippine Mission to the United Nations and other
international organizations in Geneva, Switzerland; Consul,
Philippine Consulate General in Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
North Sulawesi province, Indonesia; Agana, Guam; Charge
d'Affaires, a.i. Philippine Embassy in Damascus, Syria and at
present, ambassador to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
Through her initiative donations for bancas for Yolanda
victims were collected from OFW’s in Jordan many of
whom are domestic helpers receiving minimum wage
salary. Also, a Dinner for a Cause was organized by the
Philippine Embassy in Amman under her leadership for the
victims of Yolanda.
CHS should, indeed, be proud of her alumnae like Olivia
who serves the country as a dedicated diplomat.
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