Matthew 5:4

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

We are all aware of death and we know it will come to us all. Fortunately or unfortunately we are all condemned to death. However no one knows when exactly the inevitable will approach, but we all know it is inescapable.

A name with four-letter

E- everlasting love of a father

L- the lavish kind heart

M-magnificent traits that

0- oddly helping others

I made an acrostic poem that represents the name of Uncle Elmo. The everlasting love of a father, back when I was a kid I used to go to their house to play. Every time they will come home here to the Philippines I was so excited to see Uncle Elmo and Auntie Luz cause I know that they brought candies and "pasalubong". That time Uncle Elmo showed his love for a father, he used to take videos and pictures of me, and he used to tap my head when I'm going to request candies. He treated me like his daughter, I remember during "Semana Santa" they are inviting us with my cousin Carmela to watch the Life of Jesus after which they are asking us what happened to Jesus, and why they crucified him on the cross. Also, he wanted me to showcase my talent by singing and dancing and he is recording those memories on his camera. The lavish kind heart, of Uncle Elmo and Auntie Luz, has a good heart. Why? Cause they are the ones who helped my mom with the expenses of the hospital during her operation way back in 2012. And I'm thankful to both of them because God makes them an instrument to help other people. The magnificent trait that I will never forget about Uncle Elmo is he's a soft-hearted and kind person. Last, he oddly helps others. When I'm already in my adolescence, Uncle Elmo and Auntie Luz decided to help me with my studies. They provided my needs in school, and as I give back the help that they did for me I graduated with a degree of Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Filipino as a Cum Laude. I am so thankful because of the kindness that they gave to me. I will cherish all those memories of the past with Uncle Elmo.

Love,

Mariel

I first met Luz and Manong Elmo on our trip to Dubai and India in 2017. I was immediately impressed by Manong’s behavior. He was a truly gentleman both in his actions and words. I knew it then that I was in a good company. Although he was somewhat a man of few words, he could strike a conversation. Every time he spoke, he always made sense. Throughout our trip, he had shown kindness and generosity. Manong captured memories of our trip in a video and shared with me. It’s a priceless keepsake! Thank you for the memories.

My heartfelt condolences to Luz, Eric and Errol. May those sweet memories gives you comfort and eased your pain.

Flor 

I am deeply saddened when cousin Edgar informed me that Manong Elmo is gone. We all know that he was a good, kindhearted and generous person. I can still remember everytime they go here in the Philippines, he would always say this “Marites umay kay agbreakfast’en, ayabam ni Vic ken ni Nana.” He was exceedingly bountiful to persons in distress. When I told to Manang Luz about my breast condition, Manong Elmo was one of those who told me not to be afraid and that they would help me. And when I was scheduled for Mastectomy Operation, I was surprised when cousin Edgar messaged me, telling me to include Manong Elmo in our prayers because he was also admitted days before I was admitted in the hospital. Until I heard the news that he was gone..

Manong Elmo, your benevolence and goodness to others will always be remembered. I know you are in God’s eternal resting place now. You will always be in our hearts, watching over and guiding us.

To Manang Luz, words and hugs may not ease the pain Manang, but hold on to memories because forever they will remain.

Our sincerest condolences to Andam family.

From Aquino-Obas family. 

Condolence to the bereaved family of our late cousin, Mr. Elmo Jose Andam.

Manong ko' nu man pay di da ka pulos makitan, agyaman kami unay ti napalaos nga ayat, dungngo, ken sakripisyom kadakami nga kakabagyam. Di da kan to pulos malipatan nu adda kan ti sabali nga  biyag. Thank you and Goodbye. Till we meet again. May you rest in peace manong ko.

Love, 

Odette and Gaudette

Elmo Andam was born to a humble family 84 years ago in our neighborhood of Brgy Dancel,

Dingras, Ilocos Norte.

With my brother, we grew up together. We played as boys running barefooted, showed our skills with marbles, and flew our skites in the streets. The moonlight

lighted our games on the main road. On weekends and most of the summer weekdays, we walked to the river to swim and tried to catch fish in the crude ways.

We went to the same grade from elementary through high school.

After that, we all went to Manila for our college years. Elmo finished Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.

During one fiesta while on vacation,

Elmo was smitten by a pretty teacher Luz Anorim from Vigan Ilocos Sur.. Their friendship blossomed into 💕 love. Their relationship was distracted by Luz fulfilling her approved application

of immigration to the United States.

After two years in the US, Luz travelled back to Vigan to marry Elmo, the love of her life in 1970.

They established their home in Los Angeles, California. Their union is blessed with two sons.

Elmo did not forget his hometown.

He helped coordinate the raising of funds for the restoration of the St Joseph Church of Dingras, a hollowed center of our faith.

And so we bid farewell to you Elmo Andam. Your friends and the people of Dingras is grateful to your kindly deeds. You are now in the company of your older brother , Peroy, and your ancestors. May the Lord Jesus hold you in the hollow of his hand and keep you in his bosom and may you Rest in Peace.

Eric and Errol,

Sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family. 

Yum