Personal note
Obituary
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Teresita Galolo Villalongja, who died peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the age of 83. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother cherished by all who knew her.
Known as Tessie by all her friends, she emigrated from the Philippines with her family in 1971 and quickly became a respected figure within the Filipino community in Albuquerque. She was fondly regarded as …
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I was shock and in disbelief when I heard the news of Lola Tessie's passing. Condolences for everyone. 🕊️
I was shock and in disbelief when I heard the news of Lola Tessie's passing. Condolences for everyo…
I was shock and in disbelief when I heard the news of Lola Tessi…
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What causes did Tessie care about most?
Welcoming new Filipino’s to Albuquerque. In the recent past few years she invested …
Welcoming new Filipino’s to Albuquerque. In the recent past few years she invested her time a…
Welcoming new Filipino’s to Albuquerque. In the recent past few years she invested her time and effort in helping the …
What were Tessie's favorite vacation spots?
The Philippines
The Philippines
The Philippines
What were Tessie's favorite performances to watch?
Christmas Joy
Christmas Joy
Christmas Joy
What were Tessie's favorite ways to exercise?
Playing tennis and walking.
Playing tennis and walking.
Playing tennis and walking.
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Other key details
Cause of death
Leukemia, Myleofibrosis
Method of disposition
Cremation
Final resting place
Ashes kept in an urn
Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Wyoming Boulevard Northeast, Albuquerque, NM, USA
Funeral services provided by
Trujillo Family Funeral Home
Hospice care provided by