Politicians, supporters attend Aquino’s wake
Confetti partially covers the flag-draped coffin of late former Philippine President Corazon Aquino carried by soldiers for public viewing at La Salle University in Manila August 1, 2009. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
Thea Alberto
Yahoo! Philippines
People from all walks of life braved heavy rains and long lines just to get a glimpse of former President Corazon Aquino who passed away early Saturday after a year-long battle with colon cancer.
Politicians and showbiz personalities, most of them wearing black or yellow—Aquino’s signature color—also attended the first night of Aquino’s wake at the La Salle Greenhills gym.
Public viewing of the remains of the former leader started late Saturday and will continue until Monday morning. There will be 4 a.m. to 7 a.m. breaks.
Among those who visited the wake included former president Fidel V. Ramos, Aquino’s predecessor, who arrived just in time for the holy mass.
Vice president Noli de Castro, Senator Manuel Roxas II and former Senators Jovito Salonga and Robert Jaworski also came to condole with the Aquino family.
“We lost an exemplary leader of great quality and honesty,” said Salonga.
Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim was seen shedding a tear for the former president.
Whistleblower Jun Lozada who was also present said he would continue the fight for truth, as Aquino told him to do so. “She told me never to give up even when it may seem nobody cares anymore. She told me to hold on to faith,” said Lozada.
Kristina Aquino (2nd R), the youngest daughter of late former Philippine President Corazon Aquino, views her mother's coffin with her son and husband both named James Yap and her sister Maria Elena Aquino during a public viewing at La Salle school gym in suburban Mandaluyong, east of Manila August 1, 2009. REUTERS/Aaron Favila
Peaceful death
Kiko Dee, grandson of Aquino, said she died peacefully.
“She took one last breath and there was a flat line. I think she passed away peacefully,” Dee told Yahoo! Philippines.
He said he was able to talk to his grandmother before she was given a dose of pain killer.
“We all had our chances to tell her everything. I told her ‘Thank you’ for being an inspiration,” said Dee. “I cannot help but feel that my feeling of loss as his grandson is as big as the feeling of loss as a Filipino,” he added.
Senator Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III welcomed guests who condoled with the family. Aquino’s youngest daughter, popular actress Kris Aquino came with her husband and professional basketball player James Yap.
After the holy mass held during the wake, Jiggy Cruz, son of Aquino’s eldest daughter Ballsy, thanked the people for extending their sympathies to their family.
“On behalf of our family, I would like to thank each and every one of you who joined us in this time of grief. These expressions of support have condoled us. We will miss our Lola [grandmother] very much,” said Cruz.
Another grandson read Aquino’s “prayer for a happy death.”
“When that final moment does come..let them know how much happiness they have brought to my life. Let them realize that separation is just for a short while as we prepare for a reunion,” he read.
condelence !
GOD bless
condelence ! So sad that we loss another leader, inspiration and a nation’s mother…
GOD bless…
condolence! we love u pres. cory c. aquino, para sa akin alam ko sa puso at isipan ko ikaw lang ang presidente na totoong nagmahal at nagsilbi sa ating bayan ng tapat at walang kinurakot, may you rest in peace & may the good LORD bless your family.
condolence!maraming salamat sa lahat ng inyong ginawa para sa ating bayan!!
I was in the medical school when Ninoy Aquino died until Cory Aquino became president of the Philippines. I saw the heroism of Ninoy and the patriotism of Cory. Values that Filipinos need to observe and practice… When I became a doctor, I promised to do the same.
Kaya for twenty years of being a doctor I kept on doing medical missions in remote communities and giving free medical services to poor patients.
The scenes I have seen on TV during the wake of Cory Aquino show how much the Filipinos love her. It made me promise all the more to continue doing medical missions and giving free services … in memory of Cory Aquino.
Thank you Cory, you gave the Filipinos courage and strength, at a time when the country needed it most, and prevented the nation from falling. You were our strength both in life and in death. You will forever live in our hearts as a President like you only happens once in a lifetime.
My Condolences to the Aquino family,i would like to thank Cory for giving our country the freedom,courage and dignity from her,the country started to stand up and become proud to let the world knows how great the Filipinos.Im saddened to a sudden demise of our great leader.she gave us freedom,and we give you peace.we will miss you….
THANK YOU VERY MUCH , MADAM PRESIDENT CORAZON AQUINO,
THANK YOU FOR GIVING US DEMOCRACY,
THANK YOU FOR DEFENDING IT FOR US,
THANK YOU FOR LOVING THE FILIPINO PEOPLE,
PAALAM TITA CORY , AT MARAMING …..SALAMAT !
Condolence!!! Tita Cory Mahal ka namin, ikaw ang tunay na ilaw ng tahanan, ikaw ang tunay na mamamayang Pilipino….Sana dumami pa ang katulad mo, at parisan ka ng ibang mamamayan Pilipino. Alam namin na maligaya ka ngayon sa pupuntahan mo sapagkat kasama mo na si Tito Ninoy hindi kana NAGIISA….PAALAM..mwhaa….
An honest leader will never die. President Aquino will always live in the heart of honest and sincere Filipinos. To you Madam President. We thank you for in your time, you make us feel the honesty of serving. Death is victory!
Godspeed Tita Cory! Maraming Salamat!
Being Simple, Truthful, transparent and God fearing She made us proud. Sana matuto ang lahat ng Pilipino, hindi mo kailangan ng maraming pera at kapangyarihan to make a difference.
we love you tita cory. rest assured that like sen ninoy aquino you will not die in vain. we will continue to fight corruption and to preserve our democracy
When I was younger at barely 9 years old that was during the time of the campaign of Cory and Marcos, my grandfather was a die-hard Marcos fan and I helped him to put the banner of Marcos at our home in province. I would say that I was a die-hard fan as well because of the influence of my grandfather. Up to know I really admire Marcos for what he had done for the country but I would say the rivalry of Marcos and Cory was all over. I salute the former Corazon Aquino for her achievements. As an elected president, I know she was not corrupt and as an ordinary wife of Benigno Aquino Jr and and mother without deep knowledge in politics and governing the public office I would say she had good achievements compared to those who are already in the public service and then elected as president. I believe corruptions during the time of Cory Aquino was because of her supporters that had been elected in the office such as some of her cabinet members and other appointed officials who took advantage during that time.
I know she was a great leader and gained the respect of public. Even if I like Marcos, it saddened my heart when I have heard the news that she died. She deserved to be respected by the masses. Her greatest achievement is gaining respect. Lots of public officials could not easily get respect of the people!
When I was younger at barely 9 years old that was during the time of the campaign of Cory and Marcos, my grandfather was a die-hard Marcos fan and I helped him to put the banner of Marcos at our home in province. I would say that I was a die-hard fan as well because of the influence of my grandfather. Up to know I really admire Marcos for what he had done for the country but I would say the rivalry of Marcos and Cory was all over. I salute the former Corazon Aquino for her achievements. As an elected president, I know she was not corrupt and as an ordinary wife of Benigno Aquino Jr and and mother without deep knowledge in politics and governing the public office I would say she had good achievements compared to those who are already in the public service before elected as president. I believe corruptions during the time of Cory Aquino was because of her supporters that had been elected in the office such as some of her cabinet members and other appointed officials who took advantage during that time.
I know she was a great leader and gained the respect of public. Even if I like Marcos, it saddened my heart when I have heard the news that she died. She deserved to be respected by the masses. Her greatest achievement is gaining “respect”. Lots of public officials could not easily get respected by the people!
Salamat po sa lahat ng kabutihan at sa makabuluhang pamumuno ninyo sa bayan…i still can’t believe Ma’m Cory is no longer with us. laging teary eyed at nagsisikip ang dibdib namin everytime we hear & saw the events that are happening right now. i will teach my kids who she and Sen. Ninoy Aquino Jr were and the values she / they imparted us…the very dark times that the nation has undergone and how our democracy was restored through her valiant leadership.
no need po for state funeral. ang sambayanang Pilipino na ang humusga sa pakikiramay at pakikiisa. it’s 1986 (& 1983) again.
hindi po kayo nag-iisa…tuloy ang laban.
sincere condolences po sa Aquino family.
Condolence!!! Tita Cory Mahal ka namin, ikaw ang tunay na ilaw ng tahanan, ikaw ang tunay na mamamayang Pilipino….Sana dumami pa ang katulad mo, at parisan ka ng ibang mamamayan Pilipino. Alam namin na maligaya ka ngayon sa pupuntahan mo sapagkat kasama mo na si Tito Ninoy hindi kana NAGIISA….PAALAM..mwhaa….
I mourned Ninoy’s death.
I voted for Cory in that snap election Marcos called for, stood in EDSA, saw Marcos fly out, voted for Fidel at Cory’s recommends, saw Erap in and out GMA at EDSA and now mourn the demise of Tita Cory.
And at this stage, I finally realize that governance must be for the greater good and not just personal feelings. But the evil lies within us and Tita Cory apparently tried hard to be true.
We just hope that the next generations of Cories will simply put the good of the many ahead of their own personal interests and good. We pray as Cory did.
And hopefully learn from Tita Cory to accept things if they are for the good of all and pray for our enemies.
condolence
condolence. ..
Sincere condolences to the AQUINO family…
Maraming Salamat Pres. Cory and Paalam po
To our beloved former pres. Cory Aquino s inyo pong pagpanaw mananatili po kau kau s puso ng bawat Filipino! thank you very much,ang DAKILANG INA ng bayan…
PAALAM.. THANK YOU SO MUCH
Pres. Aquino is such a great leader. a mother to all..we salute u madam..condolence to the Aquino family. farewell madam president..thanks for being real..we love you..your a real model to us.
NOYNOY FOR PRESIDENT!!! promise, i will vote and campaign for u. you have d experience, integrity and popularity. Your parents raised u well.
My condolences to the Aquino family….Madam Cory you are such an inspiration to every filipinos because of your genuine love and dedication to serve and unite the country. Thank you Mam for giving us back our democracy…. Pls continue to pray for our country in heaven, i know malakas po kayo kay BRO and kay MAMA MARY. May you rest in peace MAM!
Thank you for the gift of Democracy and Freedom, that you have given us. Filipino will surely miss you, Tita Cory. To the Aquino family, my condolences.
Thanks for everything Tita Cory!
I have been your avid fan and will always be. I will surely miss you. You will always be remembered.
Farewell. Heaven will be blessed by your presence. Regards to Ninoy!
condolence to aquin o family…. thank you madame pres. as a great leader, thank you for spending your time and effort to our countrymen. may god bless you, were ever you go. hindi po kayo nag iisa sa laban nyo, nawa’y magawang ipagpatuloy ang inyong sinimulan para sa bayan ng mga taong may layunin na baguhin ang ating bansa ng buong katapatan na paglilingkod para sa kanyang mga kababayan.
VON BOUYAGE MADAME! FILIPINO PEOPLE MISS YOU SO MUCH! THANK YOU!
Salamat at Paalam President CORY
Pangalan moy aking Naririnig
Sa bawat taong my Bibig,
Buhay moy Naging Hilig
Ng Mga Tao sa Daigdig
Ikaw ang nagsisilbing Ilaw
Sa Sambayanang uhaw na uhaw
Ikaw ang Aming naging Sandigan
Sa oras ng aming kagipitan
Salamat sayo mahal na Pangulo
Sa demokrasyang Iniwan MO,
Idolo ka ng buong Bayan
Bayang aking sinilangan
Ngayon ikaw ay umalis
AT Patuloy na tumalilis,
Kami ay inyong iniwan na,
Tumatamasa ng ibinigay mong Kalayaan.
Bansang Pilipinas ay Nagluluksa
Halos Lahat ng Tao’y Lumuluha,
Kasi ikaw ang naging Inspirasyon
Sa lahat ng mga Henerasyon.
Asahan mo hindi ka namin kalilimutan
Hanggang kami ay ihatid sa aming Hantungan
Ikaw ay magiging huwaran
Sa lahat na tao sa Sanlibutan
Paalam na Sayo Ina
Ina ng Demokrasya
Ina ng Sambayanan at,
Ina ng Aming Kamalayan
The President Corazon Aquino contributes to country’s democracy. Her life is also a life of holiness and prayerful moments.
We Love You President Corazon “Cory” Aquino.. Im here working in Singapore. gusto ko sana pumunta para makita ka sa huling sandali.. Condolence, Aquino Family.
Ms. Kris Aquino,I’ll for your family ..
Hopefully, our government declare holiday for both of them
” Ninoy Aquino & Corazon Aquino Day” they DESERVE THAT!!!
Ms. Kris Aquino, I’LL PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY.
“NINOY AQUINO & CORAZON AQUINO DAY” THEY DESERVE THAT.
Her death is another shining moment for Filipinos………. Only Pres. Aquino can unite the Filipino people. We should not let her down……….. We have already an angel that will forever guide us. We have to do our share……. Be a BETTER CITIZEN of our country.
a very honest and sincere person, but her legacy and values will not die, it will always be in the heart of honest filipinos.
Maraming maraming saslamat po sa panahon na inyong ipinagkaloob sa amin sa inyong panunungkulan. Alam namin na malaking bahagi ng inyong buhay ang inyong ibinigay at ipinagkaloob upang makamit ang tunay na demokrasya. Hinding hindi po namin ito malilimutan at umasa kayong ipababatid namin ito sa mga susunod pang henerasyon ng aming pamilya.
“Our God is merciful and tender. He will cause the bright dawn of salvation to rise on us and to shine from heaven on all those who live in the dark shadow of death, to guide our steps into the path of peace.” Luke 1: 78-79.
Hindi po condolence kundi congratulations dahil sa nakamit na ninyo ang tunay na kapayapaan sa piling ng ating lumikha.
Maraming maraming saslamat po. Mahal na mahal namin kayo
She shal not grow old,as we that are left grow old,
age shall not weary her,nor the years condemn,
At the going down of the sun and in the morning.
We shall remember her.
god bless amen
the death of president aquino has cut the heart of every filipino so deeply no one felt ashamed of sheding a tear in public, no one ever thought of leaving the long queue of ordinary people wanting to pay their last respects to a great leader. the filipinos will definitely miss you, madam president, but your ideals will remain burning in our hearts… salamat tita cory
the death of president aquino has cut the heart of every filipino so deeply no one felt ashamed of sheding a tear in public, no one ever thought of leaving the long queue of ordinary people wanting to pay their last respects to a great leader. the filipinos will definitely miss you, madam president, but your ideals will remain burning in our hearts… salamat tita cory
sorry if it sounds like that. but this is my first time to submit a comment. it only proves that we filipinos feel all the same for the loss of our first lady president
Paalam aming butihing Ina ng Bayan.
Salamat po sayong wagas at matapat na panunungkulan.
Sa iyong paglisan, baunin mo ang aming taos-pusong pasasalamat at pagmamahal.
Isa ka sa aming pinagpipitagan at kailan may di namin malilimutan.
Maraming Salamat…. Tita Cory
Sa pag-aalaga mo sa ating Soberenya at Demokrasya……
Aming dalangin na sana ay palagi kang nasa tabi nang ating Poong Maykapal.
Kailangan man, di ka namin makakalimutan.
Paalam at Maligayang Paglalakbay.
Salamat President Cory. You make us proud to be Filipinos!
I came to live in The Philippines just over a year ago from The UK, I have never known what it was like to live under martial law. I can only imagine the joy of getting freedom to say and do whatever you want without the fear of arrest. Cory Aquino must of been a very special person in life to unite a nation like she did and like she has done again with her passing away. It fills me with great emotion to see this, and a sense of pride to witness such an historic event as the passing of a legend. Rest in peace Madam President, and god bless.
Our condolonces to the AQUINO Family.
Madamme President Cory, thank you very much
for the Freedom that you and Ninoy fought for.
You will always be in every Filipinos heart.
Rest in Peace with Ninoy and our Lord in Heaven.
-tedski/mhaeyski
thank you so much talagang ikaw po ang ilaw ng tahanan maraming maraming maraming salamat po sa lahat your the inspiration to all filipino as a leader to all filipino and also as a very best and greatest Mother,na touch po ako sayong buhay nyo kasi naging mabuti kayong asawa at anak,kayo po ang tutularan ko…..your the greatest po.ill pray for your family always…thank you for being inspiration.
condolence to Aquino’s family.
Our condolences to Aquino Family.
My beloved president cory, it was only in your presidency that i became proud being a filipino. No preident past and present can ever match what you have done for our country. You will forever live in our hearts. Looking forward to seeing you in heaven with Tito Ninoy. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
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