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Urbano Quijance Obituary
Urbano QUIJANCE 95, born in the Philippines on January 16, 1916. Died peacefully at home in Seattle on January 22, 2011 with his sweetheart Fannie Sumaong with him. Preceded in death by his wife Aurelia in 1997, Urbano survived by his 9 children (Rudy & wife "Nanette" Virginia, Millie & deceased husband Larry Rollolazo, Robert & Robin, Arvel & wife Martha, Norma & husband Sal Milluzzo, Linda & Shane Simmons, Edna & husband Jerry Tiedeman, Jimmy & wife Laura, and George), 20 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren. Urbano served his country with gallantry, distinction and honor. He was a brave defender of Bataan in WWII, captured and a POW, he was forced to walk the infamous Bataan Death March. Retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of Major, after more than 20 years of distinguish service, he served his country for 20 more years as Administrative Supervisor (GS-10) for the U.S. Army Reserve at Fort Lawton, Washington. Major Quijance is a lifetime member of VFW 6599, the Philippine Historical Society (PHS) and the Bataan Death March Survivor & Their Families serving as its commander and advisor for many years. He dedicated his retirement years and energy to the Filipino Community of Seattle (FCS) serving as President and Adviser for countless years. He led the unprecedented effort by the FCS to document the rich history of the Filipino Community in the Seattle area through 3 published PAMANA books. His great spirit, warm smile and most of all his unconditional love to his family will be missedforever. Viewing, Thursday, January 27th from 10AM to 7PM, followed by an evening vigil at 7PM, both at Bonney Watson Funeral Home - 1732 Broadway, Seattle. Funeral Mass, 10:00AM, Friday, January 28, 2011 at St. Edwards Parish - 4205 S. Orcas Street, Seattle. Followed by Christian burial at Evergreen-Washelli Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Bonney Watson Funeral Home.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Col Dan White
January 30, 2011
When I came off Active Duty in 1953 and joined the 104th Division I soon met Major Quijance. He and I spent the next 15 + years working together. As the unit Commander I could always count on him for the everyday needs of the unit. Major Quijance was exceptionaly competent. I will always remember him fondly as a friend and cohart. He invited my wife, boys and myself to Rudy's wedding. My boys (now 40-50) still talk about the wonderful event.
God Bless the family. Our prayers are with you.
Sincerely: Colonel Dan White (AUS-Ret)
January 28, 2011
Dear Family and Friends of Major Quijance:
Please accept my condolences. Major Quijance was a valued and beloved member of our community. I am so pleased that I had the privilege to meet him and personally thank him for his service to the community. He was recognized by the City Council for his contributions to the community and we declared Sunday January 16, 2011 "Major Urbano Quijance Day".
Sincerely,
Tom Rasmussen
Seattle City Councilmember
Mario & Mary Ann Babasa
January 27, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Armando Farinas
January 27, 2011
It is my hope that during this difficult time that the comfort of our Lord and Savior draws close and that His Spirit will surround the circumstances in such a way that the "Power of His Love" will sustain you.
The Munoz Family
January 27, 2011
I offer my condolences and prayers to the entire Quijance family for this great loss. I have nothing but respect for Urbano Quijance and he will forever be remembered. I know he is at peace with the Father. I offer a toast to the man who was loved by so many. He will be missed.
January 27, 2011
Dear Rudy and Nanette,
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family at the passing of your father. He left an indelible mark on the Seattle Filipino Community and in the hearts of many, but most importantly, along with your sweet mom, nurtured a wonderful family.
May fond memories sustain you , and by His amazing grace, may you experience a peace that passeth all understanding.
With our sympathy,
Gordy and Judy
January 27, 2011
To a great man who courageously served our country, faithfully served our Filipino American community and loved his family. We will miss you greatly, Major Quijance. You are gone but never forgotten. Rest in Peace.
David Della and Odette Polintan
Sharonlee Nicholson
January 27, 2011
May Urbano's memory sustain you, his family. You must be very proud of the personal contribution he made to his birth country, to his adopted country and to his family. God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Janet Jay
January 27, 2011
My family was blessed to have you in our lives. You will be with all of us always, all we have to do is look around and see a little bit of you Uncle is in all of us.
We will Love and will miss you.
Janet & Mark Jay and Family
William Simpson
January 26, 2011
He was a great inspiration to all who knew and worked with him. He will be missed. Our condolences to all his family. Bill & Esther
Rose Forinash
January 26, 2011
I'm saddened to learn you have lost your father. He will live on in his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren - what a wonderful legacy!
Charito Buss
January 26, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers with the family
and may God Bless you in this time of sorrow.
Love from grand daughter Charito and family
Wendell Pang (SGM Ret)
January 26, 2011
Words are inadequate to describe the Loss I feel with the passing of Urbano. He was the "Rock" of the USAR, Ft. Lawton and the FCS. I was most blessed to have served together in the Army.
My condolenses to the entire Family.
January 26, 2011
My great appreciation to you and an honor, blessed to have known you. Thank you for your sacrifice as a Bataan Death March Survivor. The Filipino Community of Seattle will always remember a remarkable man.
Rose Guerrero
January 26, 2011
How wonderfully blessed you are to have had him in you lives providing love guidance and love of life to share with your children. He will remain with you always as you honor him by living his traditions. Rose Guerrero
Jay's Family
January 26, 2011
Our family was so blessed to have in our lives. You will alway be with us, all we have to do is look around and see you in all of us. You will be missed. Love you always
January 26, 2011
My thoughts & prayers are with your family. Love Tessie Lobo
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