Memories of Armando "Ando, Undo, Daddy, Dad, Tito Armand, Lolo" Cinco Dijamco

Dr. Alice and family,
May God be close to you now, for strength and comfort and May His peace overflow in the days to come. With deepest sympathies...
Mary Ann , Manuel and Allen Datu

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2007, Vancouver, BC, Canada

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Anne Dijamco McGinty

I love this photo so much ❤️ I love this photo so much ❤️ I love this photo so much ❤️

Angeline Dijamco DeLaurentis

Me too❤️❤️❤️❤️ Me too❤️❤️❤️❤️ Me too❤️❤️❤️❤️

Brenda Lopez

The smile that we all loved.... The smile that we all loved.... The smile that we all loved....

Raffy & Christine Aquino

2007, Vancouver, BC, Canada

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I love this photo too ❤️❤️ I love this photo too ❤️❤️ I love this photo too ❤️❤️

Angeline Dijamco DeLaurentis

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Umberto Gonzales

So sorry to hear of Tito Armand's passing. Please let me know if there's anything I can do to help out.

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Dr. Santos A. Uy, Jr. and Edelisa Uy

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Ando was my neighbor, my mentor, my idol and a special friend. When I was a 6th grader at Albert Elementary School situated at the boundary of Quezon City and Manila, I used to pass by his house in Halcon street. I always saw his father doing some gardening. Ando graduated in 1962 from UST High School while I graduated in 1963 from UST Education High School. I have never met Ando until we became classmates in one  Summer Psychology class in Pre-Med. in 1964. Since then, we became friends. Since he was one year ahead of me, I asked him a lot of questions which he gladly answered. He gave me important advice about medicine. He gave me reviewers which helped me a lot, which I gladly shared with my classmates( of course with a price). He interned at USAF Clark Air Base in Pampanga in 1969 and I followed him in 1970. In 1970, he graduated from UST Faculty of Medicine  and Surgery Magna Cum Laude/Merittisimus. In 1971, I did the same thing . In June 1972, I arrived in Baltimore to start my internship at Sinai Hospital. On that very first night, Ando greeted and welcome me. He told me that he would treat me to a nice dinner at a very famous American restaurant. It was McDonald's! Food was good  and interesting. He was my medical resident at Sinai and we had a nice time exploring Baltimore and vicinity with friends. Along the way, he gave me tips not only on Medicine but how to survive in a foreign land. He was like a big brother to me. I became godfather of his son, Jojo. In 1974, he went to Cleveland Clinic in Ohio for his Nephrology fellowship. Lo and behold, I was accepted as a Cardiology fellow at the same great institution. While a Fellow, Ando and Alice already bought a house in Euclid, while I was still staying in an apartment complex called Watergate. Finally in 1977, Ando  and Alice moved to Atlanta for private practice. Upon his advice, I got an interview with a practicing Cardiologist in Atlanta but unfurtunately, I was not offered the job because of my visa situation. So, finally my wife Edelisa and I moved to Los Angeles in 1978 and we are still here residing in suburban city of La Canada-Flintridge,about 20 miles from DTLA. In 1990's, I got a surprise call from Ando. He wanted to visit us since he was in LA. We consented, but since our house was very difficult to find (lots of winding streets abd cul de sacs) and it was night, we doubted that he would find us. At around 11 pm, he was knocking at our door. Remember, Google was not popular yet. The last time I saw Ando was in 2016 in Long Beach during the USTMAAA annual meeting. I was one of the speakers. Unfortunately, my slides were not compatible with their computer, so I had to talk without eletronic help. Ando approached me and asked me tough questions about my topic. I gave him decent answers. Just before the start of my talk, I begged  him not to ask me anymore questions. After my presentation, Ando stood up and went in front of the microphone. I was holding my breath. It

Ando was my neighbor, my mentor, my idol and a special friend. When I was a 6th grader at Albert Elementary... Read more School situated at the boundary of Quezon City and Manila, I used to pass by his house in Halcon street. I always saw his father doing some gardening. Ando graduated in 1962 from UST High School while I graduated in 1963 from UST Education High School. I have never met Ando until we became classmates in one Summer Psychology class in Pre-Med. in 1964. Since then, we became friends. Since he was one year ahead of me, I asked him a lot of questions which he gladly answered. He gave me important advice about medicine. He gave me reviewers which helped me a lot, which I gladly shared with my classmates( of course with a price). He interned at USAF Clark Air Base in Pampanga in 1969 and I followed him in 1970. In 1970, he graduated from UST Faculty of Medicine and Surgery Magna Cum Laude/Merittisimus. In 1971, I did the same thing . In June 1972, I arrived in Baltimore to start my internship at Sinai Hospital. On that very first night, Ando greeted and welcome me. He told me that he would treat me to a nice dinner at a very famous American restaurant. It was McDonald's! Food was good and interesting. He was my medical resident at Sinai and we had a nice time exploring Baltimore and vicinity with friends. Along the way, he gave me tips not only on Medicine but how to survive in a foreign land. He was like a big brother to me. I became godfather of his son, Jojo. In 1974, he went to Cleveland Clinic in Ohio for his Nephrology fellowship. Lo and behold, I was accepted as a Cardiology fellow at the same great institution. While a Fellow, Ando and Alice already bought a house in Euclid, while I was still staying in an apartment complex called Watergate. Finally in 1977, Ando and Alice moved to Atlanta for private practice. Upon his advice, I got an interview with a practicing Cardiologist in Atlanta but unfurtunately, I was not offered the job because of my visa situation. So, finally my wife Edelisa and I moved to Los Angeles in 1978 and we are still here residing in suburban city of La Canada-Flintridge,about 20 miles from DTLA. In 1990's, I got a surprise call from Ando. He wanted to visit us since he was in LA. We consented, but since our house was very difficult to find (lots of winding streets abd cul de sacs) and it was night, we doubted that he would find us. At around 11 pm, he was knocking at our door. Remember, Google was not popular yet. The last time I saw Ando was in 2016 in Long Beach during the USTMAAA annual meeting. I was one of the speakers. Unfortunately, my slides were not compatible with their computer, so I had to talk without eletronic help. Ando approached me and asked me tough questions about my topic. I gave him decent answers. Just before the start of my talk, I begged him not to ask me anymore questions. After my presentation, Ando stood up and went in front of the microphone. I was holding my breath. It Read less Ando was my neighbor, my mentor, my idol and a special friend. When I was a 6th grader at Albert Elementary School situated at... Read more the boundary of Quezon City and Manila, I used to pass by his house in Halcon street. I always saw his father doing some gardening. Ando graduated in 1962 from UST High School while I graduated in 1963 from UST Education High School. I have never met Ando until we became classmates in one Summer Psychology class in Pre-Med. in 1964. Since then, we became friends. Since he was one year ahead of me, I asked him a lot of questions which he gladly answered. He gave me important advice about medicine. He gave me reviewers which helped me a lot, which I gladly shared with my classmates( of course with a price). He interned at USAF Clark Air Base in Pampanga in 1969 and I followed him in 1970. In 1970, he graduated from UST Faculty of Medicine and Surgery Magna Cum Laude/Merittisimus. In 1971, I did the same thing . In June 1972, I arrived in Baltimore to start my internship at Sinai Hospital. On that very first night, Ando greeted and welcome me. He told me that he would treat me to a nice dinner at a very famous American restaurant. It was McDonald's! Food was good and interesting. He was my medical resident at Sinai and we had a nice time exploring Baltimore and vicinity with friends. Along the way, he gave me tips not only on Medicine but how to survive in a foreign land. He was like a big brother to me. I became godfather of his son, Jojo. In 1974, he went to Cleveland Clinic in Ohio for his Nephrology fellowship. Lo and behold, I was accepted as a Cardiology fellow at the same great institution. While a Fellow, Ando and Alice already bought a house in Euclid, while I was still staying in an apartment complex called Watergate. Finally in 1977, Ando and Alice moved to Atlanta for private practice. Upon his advice, I got an interview with a practicing Cardiologist in Atlanta but unfurtunately, I was not offered the job because of my visa situation. So, finally my wife Edelisa and I moved to Los Angeles in 1978 and we are still here residing in suburban city of La Canada-Flintridge,about 20 miles from DTLA. In 1990's, I got a surprise call from Ando. He wanted to visit us since he was in LA. We consented, but since our house was very difficult to find (lots of winding streets abd cul de sacs) and it was night, we doubted that he would find us. At around 11 pm, he was knocking at our door. Remember, Google was not popular yet. The last time I saw Ando was in 2016 in Long Beach during the USTMAAA annual meeting. I was one of the speakers. Unfortunately, my slides were not compatible with their computer, so I had to talk without eletronic help. Ando approached me and asked me tough questions about my topic. I gave him decent answers. Just before the start of my talk, I begged him not to ask me anymore questions. After my presentation, Ando stood up and went in front of the microphone. I was holding my breath. It Read less Ando was my neighbor, my mentor, my idol and a special... Read more friend. When I was a 6th grader at Albert Elementary School situated at the boundary of Quezon City and Manila, I used to pass by his house in Halcon street. I always saw his father doing some gardening. Ando graduated in 1962 from UST High School while I graduated in 1963 from UST Education High School. I have never met Ando until we became classmates in one Summer Psychology class in Pre-Med. in 1964. Since then, we became friends. Since he was one year ahead of me, I asked him a lot of questions which he gladly answered. He gave me important advice about medicine. He gave me reviewers which helped me a lot, which I gladly shared with my classmates( of course with a price). He interned at USAF Clark Air Base in Pampanga in 1969 and I followed him in 1970. In 1970, he graduated from UST Faculty of Medicine and Surgery Magna Cum Laude/Merittisimus. In 1971, I did the same thing . In June 1972, I arrived in Baltimore to start my internship at Sinai Hospital. On that very first night, Ando greeted and welcome me. He told me that he would treat me to a nice dinner at a very famous American restaurant. It was McDonald's! Food was good and interesting. He was my medical resident at Sinai and we had a nice time exploring Baltimore and vicinity with friends. Along the way, he gave me tips not only on Medicine but how to survive in a foreign land. He was like a big brother to me. I became godfather of his son, Jojo. In 1974, he went to Cleveland Clinic in Ohio for his Nephrology fellowship. Lo and behold, I was accepted as a Cardiology fellow at the same great institution. While a Fellow, Ando and Alice already bought a house in Euclid, while I was still staying in an apartment complex called Watergate. Finally in 1977, Ando and Alice moved to Atlanta for private practice. Upon his advice, I got an interview with a practicing Cardiologist in Atlanta but unfurtunately, I was not offered the job because of my visa situation. So, finally my wife Edelisa and I moved to Los Angeles in 1978 and we are still here residing in suburban city of La Canada-Flintridge,about 20 miles from DTLA. In 1990's, I got a surprise call from Ando. He wanted to visit us since he was in LA. We consented, but since our house was very difficult to find (lots of winding streets abd cul de sacs) and it was night, we doubted that he would find us. At around 11 pm, he was knocking at our door. Remember, Google was not popular yet. The last time I saw Ando was in 2016 in Long Beach during the USTMAAA annual meeting. I was one of the speakers. Unfortunately, my slides were not compatible with their computer, so I had to talk without eletronic help. Ando approached me and asked me tough questions about my topic. I gave him decent answers. Just before the start of my talk, I begged him not to ask me anymore questions. After my presentation, Ando stood up and went in front of the microphone. I was holding my breath. It Read less

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Anne Dijamco McGinty

I love your story so much. I have learned more details about my dad’s life than I previously knew. Can ... Read more I love your story so much. I have learned more details about my dad’s life than I previously knew. Can you please finish your... Read more I love your story so much. I have learned more details... Read more

Stuart Segerman MD

I met Armando very early on in my practice at St. Joseph’s and quickly understood how much he cared about his patients. He expected the docs in the ER to know how to correctly treat his complicated clientele and was always ready to quiz and teach us the “right” way BUT also had some dry humor to lighten the mood. I was surprised and personally sad when he and Alice retired at such a young age but now understand why. Live while you can.

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2007, Vancouver, BC, Canada

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Barbara Sween

Alice and family, We are saddened at the loss of Armando. Please know we will hold your family in our prayers. May God bless you and may you feel his loving arms around you to comfort you and give you strength in the days ahead.

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Cheri Wu

2016, Los Gatos, CA, USA

Tito Ando and family at our wedding

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Kevin Gillespie

Jojo and I were good friends in college and beyond. I first met Mr. Dijamco and his entire family over Christmas break back in 1993. Jojo invited me to their family Christmas party. Mr. Dijamco and his entire family welcomed me warmly and from that day, they have all felt like family. (It was also at that gathering that I was introduced to balut eggs which were not bad.)

Mr. Dijamco always wore a great smile and always had interesting nuggets to share and no shortage of medical stories to share as well -- some down right hilarious. While my interactions with him were quite limited over the years, his impact was still made. I did have a small impact on him, I think as as well. I did correct his perception of horses. (Arlene, do you remember the conversation about the back leg joints of a horse? :) ) The world often seems both too small and too big at the same time.

I am forever blessed to know Mr. Dijamco, and will never forget him. My deepest condolences to my friends - Jojo, Arlene, Mrs. Dijamco, Angeline and Anne.

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Mark Mittenthal

Alice and family,
I was surprised and saddened by the passing of Armando. My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your entire family. May his memory and legacy provide you with strength during this challenging and difficult time. May he RIP. With deepest regrets.

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My family will never forget Dr Armando Dijamco’s friendship and generosity not just to being like a father... Read more My family will never forget Dr Armando Dijamco’s friendship and generosity not just to being like a father to Nikki who went ... Read more My family will never forget Dr Armando Dijamco’s friendship... Read more

Kevin Gillespie

2003, Dorchester, Dorchester Center, Boston, MA, USA

A gathering of friends at our home in Boston

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Marites Pellicer

Remembering Armando…

January 25, 2021 was an extremely sad day for the Atlanta community. We lost one of the most revered physicians, a special friend, an excellent educator, and a loving family man. A magna cum laude graduate from the University of Santo Tomas College of Medicine, Armando Dijamco was one of the best nephrologist in town and ran a very successful practice in Atlanta. A brilliant physician, he was constantly approached for medical advice and opinion. Aside from his love of medicine, he was a passionate gardener. he kept a sizable, beautiful, lush, prized “secret garden” any botanical garden would envy.

A dear friend to most everybody, he was someone special to me, and also had a special place in my parents’ hearts. Continuously available any time for their care and needs, he saved my Dad’s life in 2009. Always thoughtful, he never failed to check on my parents whenever he visited the Philippines, even for just a simple phone call. Now that my parents are gone he still checked on me last week after the death of my Dad. So I was beside myself and broke my heart when I heard the news of his unexpected death.

he will surely be missed and is a great loss to the Atlanta community especially to the Filipino-American community.

“Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.” By Mary Elizabeth Frye

Miss you and may you rest in peace, Armando…..

Marites Pellicer

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I love that poem. Thank you for sharing ❤️ I love that poem. Thank you for sharing ❤️ I love that poem. Thank you for sharing ❤️

Anita Granada

New to Saint Joseph’s myself in 1986, it wasn’t till 4 years after when I personally met “The” Dr. Armando Dijamco! A soft-spoken person, who’s name is well known and respected at Saint Joseph’s and Northside Hospital.
I remember well during our conversation, he informed me about the newly-formed Philippine Nurses Association of Ga. And highly encouraged me to join. Ten years after, I served my term as President!
That was the start of our long friendship that spanned thru Nursing Recruitment and continue to being an advocate/supporter of the Association. He was quite supportive of our activities to raise funds like caroling at their house, and to the extent of celebrating his Mother’s birthday, and playing the piano himself! Little did we know “music” is second nature to him! May he rest in peace!
To Alice and family: Keep your Faith strong for you are surrounded by loving and caring family and friends! God bless! From Anita (and Butch) Granada
“The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams” Oprah Winfrey

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Froilan Pamintuan y Dijamco

Sending hugs and condolences to the family of Tito Undo, who kindly kept in touch throughout the years with the family of Floro/Carmelita Dijamco-Pamintuan, and Elvira Dijamco, his first cousins from Angeles City, the Philippines. Prayers for Tito Undo's eternal repose, and for Tita Alice and the entire family during this difficult time.

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Mary Geraldine Lachenal Quiban

Our condolences to Tita Alice and her family. It was a privilege and a blessing knowing Tito Ando. The few... Read more Our condolences to Tita Alice and her family. It was a privilege and a blessing knowing Tito Ando. The few times I met him, he... Read more Our condolences to Tita Alice and her family. It was... Read more

Dante Ragasa

Having known Ando since UST high school and through Pre- Med and Medical school, I am always in awe of his great intelligence especially his Nano technology foresight for the Philippines. Though we were not close, not being a Tauan, I will miss this great man and his legacy. Ando, you will never be forgotten. God speed to His paradise and God bless your family! Dante

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Rex Foster

Alice and family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Armando. I know there is nothing I can say to ease the pain of your loss. But what a wonderful man and all those wonderful memories to cherish.
Warmest regards always,
Rex Foster

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Myrna Gacusan

I am part of the new nurse recruits of Saint Joseph’s Hospital back in 2002. Dr. Armando and Dr. Alice heartily welcomed us in their house. He gave us survival tips and stories about the life in the U. S. Dr. Armando was very serious a but readily smile when I meet him at work and never forget to ask how’s my family doing.
He is a silent supporter of the Philippine Nurses of Georgia as he graciously open his home to do caroling for the scholarship fundraising. He always play the piano and enjoyably singing Christmas carols with the Filipino nurses.
Dr. Alice and family, in behalf of PNAGA, we are very sorry for your loss.

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I worked with Dr Alice Dijamco in OR @ St. Joseph years ago and met Dr. Armando and ultimately he was my ... Read more I worked with Dr Alice Dijamco in OR @ St. Joseph years ago and met Dr. Armando and ultimately he was my first doctor here United... Read more I worked with Dr Alice Dijamco in OR @ St. Joseph years... Read more

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Greg Botelho

I met Armando before I'd even talked to Arlene. It was move-in day of freshman year at Harvard. He'd just pulled up to our dorm with Alice and Arlene, who happened to have the room right above mine. I remember seeing Armando with his arms full of Arlene's stuff and a wide smile and thinking, "He looks like a nice guy." Over the next 26-plus years, I learned my instincts were spot on. He was a nice guy... and a whole, whole lot more.

Armando is probably the most passionate person I've ever met, rivaled only by Arlene who no doubt inherited it from him. Passionate about medicine. About learning. About teaching. About gardening. About music. About making the world a better place. About complex stuff that I'd never given a second thought to (i.e. nanotechnology), but he embraced to understand it so that he could help change the world. And, needless to say, passionate about his friends and family.

Some people flit through the life, without a care in the world. But not Armando. He truly cared. About the big things, like a patient's prognosis or a lifechanging decision; and he cares about the little things, like his hydrangea's health, or the coolest technology or an "America's Got Talent" episode. And he took care of everyone in his own special way -- (over)filling us with food, handling the bills and little details of everyday life, and making sure his grandkids had the gadgets they wanted. As a son-in-law, I'd joke that having a father-in-law who did everything was a tough act to follow. It's such a huge blessing to have a father-in-law who not only knew everything, but would do anything for his family.

Like so many people, I wish I'd had the chance to thank "Lolo" one last time for all that he's done -- especially for me, Arlene and our four girls. I am grateful that he accepted me into the family, that I got to hear many of his stories, and I got to see life in a whole new way thanks to him and Alice. Our world is so much brighter, so much fuller, so much better because of him.

-- Love, son-in-law Greg

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Kelly Burke

Beautifully written Greg.. so heartfelt. I’m wiping my tears. Sending big hugs to you, Arlene and the girls.... Read more Beautifully written Greg.. so heartfelt. I’m wiping my tears. Sending big hugs to you, Arlene and the girls. Beautifully written Greg.. so heartfelt. I’m wiping... Read more

Gina Marciniak

Greg, you always have the most magnificent, most flawless way with words. 😭 BEAUTIFUL. Greg, you always have the most magnificent, most flawless way with words. 😭 BEAUTIFUL. Greg, you always have the most magnificent, most flawless... Read more

Michael Botelho

We will cherish Armando’s love of life, family and food especially Filipino cuisine. He was always eager to share a story about a place he had visited or something he had learned. He was such a gracious host to me, Kate and the boys when we visited Atlanta. I will never forget hanging out with Armando and Alice in Hartford during their visit to Trinity to see Anne. He will be sorely missed but his energy and positive life will remain with all of us and never be forgotten. Our sincerest condolences and sympathies go out to Alice and the family.

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Sharon and Jim Botelho

We had so many wonderful memories with Armando and Alice beginning from our first meeting at Parents Weekend at Harvard when Arlene and Greg were Freshman. Through the years we cherish the many times we were greeted with that smile that told us we were welcomed and that smile that told us to enjoy ourselves. And then Armando treated us like royalty with his endless dishes of delicious food prepared from the heart with love. His graciousness will never be forgotten.
We send our deepest condolences to Alice and the whole family. We share your grief.

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Arcel Talusan

To Alice and the Dijamco family,
We share your grief on the loss of Armando. Ed and I were shocked to hear his sudden death. Our best memory of him is showing us his garden which he was so proud of and loved since he himself worked on. That was the time a handful of us from SJA got together in your house. Those memories will always be with us. I know that his smile and his love for your children and grandchildren will serve as part of your healing.
Much love from Arcel and Ed Talusan

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Cynthia Dijamco Hewitt

For those of you who don't know me, Armando is my older brother. I called him Undo.

It was so heartbreaking to get the sad news that morning that my brother Undo passed suddenly. My heart was broken in pieces and I had a hard time believing that it was true.

He left the Philippines after college to pursue his medical practice in the U.S. After several years, I followed to join our family here.

I will always remember Undo for helping me start my life here in Atlanta. He and his wife Alice took me in to live with them until I got a job and was ready to make it on my own.

He was my go-to person for any guidance I needed. It could be about houseplants, gardening, home repairs, financial advice, medical questions, how to cook his best tasting salmon, or just about anything. I am sure the angels are happy to have a new chef in Heaven.

He and I had gotten closer lately, calling each other more often during the pandemic. He would call me to tell me funny stories about his grandkids so I know how much he was really missing them. Just recently, he called to tell me not buy any more bushes because he had rooted several hydrangeas for me to plant.

I will forever be grateful for having him as my brother. My husband Ken and I will truly miss him. Rest in peace Undo, we will always love you.

Cynthia (Cindy) and Ken Hewitt

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Primo Andres

Bro. Ando is a much admired and emulated person in our Circle of Tauan Brotherhood for living and promoting all our ideals of Leadership, Service, Brotherhood and Academic Excellence. He is forever etched in our annals and will long be remembered as Tau Mu through and through. Fare well brother in your journey to an even better place that you are so worthy of! Amen.

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