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Estela de Leon Obituary

Estela C. de Leon PORTSMOUTH - Estela Conde de Leon, 77, passed away April 24, 2010. Mrs. de Leon was born in Tabaco, Albay, Philippines. She received her nursing degree from the University of Santo Tomas in 1954 and received a scholarship to Philadelphia Graduate School, which brought her to the United States where she met her husband, Ramon. She retired from Maryview Hospital Pediatric Ward. She was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church, a member of the Bicol Association, and various bowling leagues with her husband. Survivors include her loving husband of 50 years, Ramon C. de Leon Sr.; her children, Alice Fitzpatrick and husband Patrick of Chesapeake, Ramon de Leon Jr. and wife Marilu of Fort Collins, Colo., Herman de Leon and wife Ramona of Raleigh, N.C., Xenia Robinson and husband David of Suffolk; four grandchildren, Justin, Zachary and Jessica Fitzpatrick; and Tyler Robinson; four sisters, Remedios Doctolero, Leonides Stergios, Elvira Hester, Lorna Allison; and a brother, Hernando Conde. The family will receive friends Wednesday, April 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home where a funeral will be held Thursday, April 29, at 2 p.m. by Father Michael Boehling. Entombment will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation. Friends may offer condolences at www. kellumfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Apr. 25, 2010.

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Myrna De Leon-Saniel

May 23, 2010

Dear Tata Amon and Cousins,

Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. It was with a great sense of loss when we heard of Nana Estela’s death. This is a really sad day, and a great loss to all who knew her, may lord give your family courage and strength and keep you going through this tough time.
We are in this together and our love and support is with you at any time through this.

myrna deleon saniel

May 23, 2010

our heartfelt condolences tata Amon & Cousins we are so sorry if only just now its because po we had just found this. . .although we offer a mass for nana Estella & prayers from my family & tatay Valentin family my brod & sister. This is Myrna po youngest daughter po ni Valentin de Leon.

Pedro Camilo Moreno

May 22, 2010

Dear Tata Mon, Cousins, Nephews(extended) & Nieces,

We only know Nana Estela from stories of Nanay, Uncles & Aunts, all positive. Nana Estela's eternal peace will be in our prayers.

eusebio gil moreno

May 22, 2010

Dear Tata Mon and family, I was saddened by the news from Nanay I was informed by Nanay about it.I will be remembering that though we have not met Nana Estela was always there with us.

Lori and Dan Sullivan

May 6, 2010

To Mang Ramon and Family: Lori and I were shocked and saddened to learn of the death of Mana Estela, and our prayers are with you. We always looked forward to seeing you two at Bingo games. May the Lord grant you comfort and solace during this time of your greatest hardship.

May 4, 2010

We miss you very much.

Lorna Allison

April 30, 2010

Dear Ramon and family:
We were so fortunate to have a loving, thoughtful sister. We have to look after you as a model to all of us. Our past will always be in my heart. Good times will always be remembered. God grant you peace. We will miss you always.
Love, Lorna and family

Elvie Hester

April 30, 2010

I will surely miss you. You are a kind and good sister and you are always in my prayers. -Elvie

Remy Doctolero

April 30, 2010

I miss you so much and I will never forget our younger days. Thank you so much for being a wonderful sister. I love you. -Remy

Amanda Persons

April 29, 2010

Mrs. Alice and family: I just wanted to let you know that I'm praying for you. I hope the wonderful memories you have of her life and love comfort you in this time of loss.

Rob McCracken & Family

April 28, 2010

Xenia and Family, Our condolences, warmest thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Evangeline Cabarrus

April 27, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Pam Payne

April 27, 2010

Xenia, David and family, our thoughts are with you.

MSgt Jeffery M. Barnes, First Sergeant

April 27, 2010

Lt Col Alice Fitzpatrick and family, on behalf of the 459th Aeromedical Staging Squadron, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

April 27, 2010

Xenia and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. With deepest sympathies,
Tina Caldejon-Cortado and Family

Mael Cabarrus

April 26, 2010

Sending my condolences to the de Leon family. Remember and cherish the good memories. They last longer than the pain.

April 26, 2010

Sending my condolences to the de Leon family. Focus on and cherish the beautiful memories. They tend to be overshadowed by the pain her absence. Stay strong.
Mael Cabarrus (Oak Park, IL)

April 26, 2010

Hello Herman and Bong,
Our condolences goes out to you and your family.
Love,
Olivia and Maggie Cabarrus

Mark, Patty and Sara Tipmongkol

April 26, 2010

We are saddened to hear about the loss of your mother. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May your memories give you comfort.

Dana Ando

April 26, 2010

Alice and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I hope you are okay.

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