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Carlina Javonillo Obituary

Carlina JAVONILLO 67, Seattle, died suddenly from a cerebral aneurysm on March 16, 2011 in Kent, Washington. Carlina was born December 29, 1943 in Paniqui, Tarlac, Philippines and emigrated to the U.S. in the late 60's. Carlina spent most of her adult life as a floral vendor at the Pike Place Market in Seattle. She shared beauty with others in the flower arrangements she created and in her loving smile as she interacted with her colleagues and customers. Carlina is survived by four children; Jay Javonillo, Joyce Javonillo-Cruz, Vivian Sam, and Vincent Constantino; eleven grandchildren, Alyx and Dylan Javonillo, Christian, Corina, and Cameron Cruz, Carlos Tosta, Aden, Andrew, and Ariana Sam, and Vin and Jeziah Constantino; four siblings, Frances Primero, Avelina Corpuz, Rosalia Matias and Bonifacio Sebastian and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Viewings will be Thursday, March 24 from 10am-8pm at the Columbia Funeral Home, 4567 Rainier Avenue South, and on Friday, March 25 from 10am-6pm at the Howden-Kennedy Funeral Home, 3909 Southwest Alaska Street, West Seattle. Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Friday, March 25 at 6 pm at the Howden-Kennedy Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 26 at 9 m at St. Edwards Church, 4212 South Mead Street, Seattle. Interment will be at Hillcrest Burial Park, Kent, Washington.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Mar. 24, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
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Jerilynn Primero

April 1, 2011

For my Auntie.

When I think of Auntie I think of beauty, strength and flowers. When I think of her I think of the radiant beauty queen who, beneath the pretty and petite façade, was one of the strongest women I have ever known. In her lifetime she raised a family, ran a business, cultivated a farm and even sewed my prom dress! I could only hope to be able to do half the things she has done.

When I think of my Auntie I think of the beautiful flowers she planted, tended to and neatly arranged into colorful bouquets. I can still picture her, swirling in the middle of bright flowers everywhere at the market-beauty surrounded by beauty.

I think of all the flowers she has planted and all the flower bulbs that will bloom long after she is gone. In her life she was much like those perennial flowers she planted. No matter how harsh the weather these blossoms always manage to find the strength to flower and bloom and amaze us with their delicate beauty. Like her lovely flowers, she always brought joy and smiles to all who were in her presence. And even though she is no longer with us, her legacy will still continue to bloom.

She has left this earth and in her absence we deeply grieve. For her presence was one of true light and love that filled our lives with her warmth. Now, when I see beautiful flowers I will forever think of her. Whenever I look at budding flowers ready to bloom and grace us with their fragile beauty I will see her warm and welcoming smile.

Every spring as daffodils and crocus break through the soil to reach their heads up towards the sun I will smile and think of the full life she has lived. I will think of her and find peace because I know she has found her sunny place in the gardens of heaven and I know she is basking in the warmth of God’s love.

Michael Cruz

March 26, 2011

We'll miss you Mom!

Lisa Fontanos

March 24, 2011

Sorry to to hear about Manang Carlina, she was so nice. I know she will be missed. My condolence to the Javonillo family

Lisa Fontanos

March 24, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear about Carlina, she was such a sweet lady. I know she will be missed. My condolence to the Javonillo family.

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