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We welcome all those who knew Tessie to attend her Memorial service and reception. The eulogy begins at 9:45am followed by Mass, then Committal service at Gate of Heaven Cemetery followed by reception at Risen Savior Marion Center Gathering Hall.

Feel free to add your photos or share fond memories on this page. It will be cherished by all of us as part of healing and celebrating our mom.

If you are bringing food, volunteers will be accepting food starting at 9am in the Gathering Hall.

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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.

Timeline

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Born

1941
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Came to America from the Philippines

1971
Albuquerque, NM
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Passed away

March 10th, 2025
Albuquerque, NM

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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

Trujillo Family Funeral Home
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Trujillo Family Funeral Home

Hospice De La Luz
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Teresita "Tessie" Villalongja