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August 16 - 31, 2016 PHILIPPINE ASIAN NEWS TODAY A19 In Loving Memory of Cosme Maranan Malapitan Cosme was born on September 27, 1928 in Batangas, Philippines and immigrated with his family to Canada in 1983. He went to be with Jesus on July 16, 2016. His laughter, words of wisdom, love, and commitment will be missed and forever imbedded in the hearts of those lives he touched. Survived by his wife, Margarita Datul Malapitan, his children: Lucely (Winston), Edna (Mandy), Cynthia (Michael), Eloisa (Marlon), Roberto (Amy), Rina (Will), and his brother Tom. Cosme’s 13 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, nephews, and nieces will also greatly miss him. With Appreciation/Gratitude We, the entire Malapitan family, wish to express our sincerest gratitude for the outpouring of love, prayers, and financial support that many of you have extended during our time of grieving. We would also like to extend our appreciation to the Presidents, Officers, and Members of each Filipino Senior’s Organizations which Cosme became an active member and friends with. Cosme took pride as being one of the founders and organizers of the New Era Society of BC and he loved all those who were involved. To each and every one of you who gave their precious time, genuine friendship, mentorship, words of encouragement, honour, and respect during Cosme’s lifetime, we salute you for your love and care for our beloved Tatay, husband, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. TO GOD BE THE GLORY, GREAT THINGS HE HATH DONE! MARAMI PONG SALAMAT SA INYONG LAHAT! The Malapitan Family Westcoast Kick My A’s Team - Second Place Cool Raiders men’s team Participating team: Migrante BC Team Men’s Volleyball Champion - Nissan Boys WWW.PHILIPPINEASIANNEWSTODAY.COM