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Cynthia Dayrit Obituary
Mar. 18, 1949 - Feb. 9, 2016
Resident of San Jose
Devoted wife, mother, grandmother, Cynthia Antonio Dayrit, 66, of Cavite City, Philippines, passed away in her home, on February 9, 2016 in San Jose, California. Cynthia was born in Cavite City, Philippines to Pablo and Isabelita Antonio on March 18, 1949. She attended Cavite National High School and graduated in 1965. Cynthia obtained her Bachelors of Science Degree in Medical Technology from the University of Santo Tomas. She worked for Kaiser Permanente for 32 years as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, working her final years there as an Assistant Administrative Director. Cynthia loved visiting the beach, enjoyed reading, and spending time with her family. Cynthia is preceded in death by her parents, Pablo and Isabelita; and her brother, Caezar Antonio. Cynthia is survived by her beloved husband, Leonardo Dayrit, of San Jose, CA; son Ronaldo (Laura) Dayrit and three children – Nicolas, Joshua, Justine-all of Morgan Hill, CA; daughter Grace Dayrit and her daughter, Sasha Becker, both of San Jose, CA; sister Carlota and her husband Catalino Alfelor, both of San Jose, CA; and a host of loving nephews, nieces, relatives, and a multitude of long-time friends. Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Saturday, February 20, 2016 beginning at 11:00 a.m. with vigil at 7:00 p.m. at Oak Hill Memorial Park in the Chapel of the Roses. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, February 22, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Parish 5111 San Felipe Rd, San Jose, CA 95135 followed by interment at Oak Hill Memorial Park.
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Manny Anloague
March 14, 2016
Dear Nard, Ron and Grace,
Condolences. I am very sorry for your loss. May you all find peace and comfort in knowing that Cynthia is now with the Lord in heaven. May her love and memories help to ease your loss.
March 7, 2016
"Cousins are those childhood playmates who grow up to be forever friends."
We begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that more so, your life gave us wonderful memories too beautiful to forget. Rest in peace, my sweet cousin!
March 1, 2016
My Grandma Cynn was very sweet, loving, and caring to her family, friends, and especially to her grandchildren. I remember when I was younger, and used to live here in San Jose, Grandma Cynn, Auntie Grace, and Grandpa Nard would sometimes come over to the house and pick me up to go out and spend time with them. This one time, Grandpa was at work, so Grandma and Auntie came over and took me to see Sharkboy and Lava girl. I really loved that movie. Afterwards, they took me to the bookstore and told me to pick out whatever books I wanted. We were walking around when I saw this really cool pirate treasure chest with a bunch of pirate stuff inside it. I wanted it so bad and I asked Grandma if I could get it, and she said I could. To this day, I still have that treasure chest and everything that came with it.
Another memorable time I had with my Grandma Cynn might have been on that same day. I remember I was in her room. On her desk was this cube like eraser that had different colors, and you could take it apart and put it back together, like a puzzle. I remember taking it apart and trying to put it back together for a long time, but I couldn't. So I gave it to my Grandma who tried to put it back together for me. As a kid, I got bored easily. So I walked to her vanity area where she kept this bag of movie popcorn and took it. I walked back and sat on her bed munching on the popcorn as I watched her try to put the cube puzzle back together. We might have put it back together, we might not have, but it was still a moment that I cherish with my Grandma so much. I am going to miss going over to her house, and sitting in her couch eating her fruit snacks, sandies, vinegar chips,and other countless goodies she wanted to give me. I will miss her smile, her laugh, the new things she wanted to show me, the funny elf videos where you put your face in it and they dance around and sing, her explanation of why she puts eggshells in the front yard, our little heart to heart chats, our times spent in the backyard together, her hugs, her kisses, I'm going to miss it all.
Although I am sad, and my heart feels heavy, I know Grandma Cynn will forever live in our hearts because she loved us all so much. We need to remember that love that she had given us and hold it close to our hearts. Grandma Cynn will forever be remembered through the love that we shared with her.
Grandma, I will miss you so much, and will never forget you. I love you very much!
Justyn Alfelor-Tinay
Granada Hills, CA
February 29, 2016
These past few days, after my Ninang's passing, have been very arduous and my heart feels heavy. Knowing my Ninang Cynn is no longer with us has been hard to comprehend. How can she be taken from us prematurely? Why were we not given more time? Even standing here, speaking in front of all of you it is so surreal, it doesn't seem right. Though I continue to struggle through these fixated thoughts I did realize something. I was able to see another reality behind this perception of loss and grief. I realized we never really lose the one we love, not even to death. It is after my Ninang's passing, I realized that when she was alive I always revered her as an important person in my life, but it is only now that I don't have her anymore when I am fully able to appreciate the scope of the impact she had, not only on me, but so many others. As the quote goes "our loved ones continue to participate in every act, thought, decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by sharing their love"
Ninang, even though you are gone, your memories and love will always flourish on in my heart. You have taught me valuable lessons in life, most specifically to always be kind, thoughtful and to love unconditionally. No matter what you are going through. Even through her toughest days, my Ninang always took the time and made an effort to wish us a happy birthday, to let us know she was okay, or to say how proud she was of each of us and our accomplishments. When we would visit her at home or in the hospital, my Ninang always brightened up and had a smile on her face. She would always capture each moment by taking pictures of our visits. Her inner strength was always an inspiration to me.
If there was one thing I admired the most about my Ninang, it is the love she had for my mom, her sister. Their bond was truly unbreakable. Through that bond and love, they created such a beautiful friendship. My mom and Ninang always told me, they never fought growing up, not once, and I believe it. As my mom said "she was the best sister, one could ever ask for." They both have shown there's no better friend than a sister.
Ninang, I will miss you so much, most especially your positivity and beautiful smile. You were an incredible sister, mother, wife, grandma, and aunt. Even though I am still trying to gain clarity on the reason why you were taken from us so soon, I will try to continue to focus on the symbolism of one fact, which is that you were one of kindest people I knew, and that is how I will always remember you. I love you very much!
Tammy Alfelor-Tinay
Granada Hills, CA
February 29, 2016
When I lose someone as significant as my Ninang Cynn, I can't help but look back and think about how she influenced my life. Her contribution into molding me into who I am.
Now, I say significant because I spent much of my childhood, days and weeks at a time, in the Dayrit
household playing and goofing around with Ron and Grace who I consider a brother and a sister.
I observed how Ninang conducted herself with family. I saw the hard work she put in at Kaiser to give her kids the best life possible. She always had her family's back, always staying loyal through adversity.
I saw the respect and dedication she had for her parents, my grandparents. Always ready to lend a helping hand and staying by their side when ill.
And, of course, the love she had for her little sister, my Mom Lottie. Never missing a day to call and see how her day went and to say I love you.
More recently she showed me courage, bravery and humor even through the darkest times.
Ninang there is so much I am thankful for. Bringing Ron and Grace into our world.The thoughtful words of love, positivity and encouragement you gave me and the family. The I love you's
and smiles you gave to Makena be it a thousand miles away on facetime or at home here in San Jose.
I am thankful for you staying calm, smiling and talking with that sweet voice through the brattiest of times while growing up at your house.
You will be missed, but I'll always have you in my heart as I practice the values you taught me. I love you Ninang, I am blessed to have had you in my life.
Rowell B. Alfelor
Parker, CO
February 29, 2016
Jason...
My memory of Grandma Cynn was when Allyna played ukulele, and I sang to her. She cried tears of JOY. It made her happy. That's my last memory of her.
Ray...
A Smile - It takes less muscles to smile than to frown; My Ninang had a signature smile. Her Eyes, Cheeks and Mouth all Smile at the same time. As sad and heartbroken as I am right now to watch her beautiful montage, her smile on every photo reminds me that she is okay, she is breathing on her own, she is with Grandpa Pabling, Grandma Biying, and Uncle Caezar and although (Mom) you may feel alone you are not; You have a new Guardian Angel watching over you. Your Sisterhood with Ninang was and always will be a very strong bond. Although we all would have loved to have her here longer, you (Mom) can look back at many years of beautiful and loving memories you shared with her, from growing up in Cavite, sharing fun and beautiful family moments when she and her family moved here from Hawaii, having each other's shoulder to cry on when Grandpa and Grandma passed away, sharing the exuberant joy at every grandchild's birth, and standing by each other during very trying times. Both of you overall never let each other down which is why she is still with you now.
Ninang's sweetness is undeniably one of her greatest attributes alongside her smile I can't remember a time when Ninang actually got mad at me and Rowell when we were younger, because she took care of us a lot. She was and always will be like a second Mother to us. We were a handful (two Restless Boys), just ask Mom If she was upset it was masked under that sweet demeanor and joyful smile. Both always made me smile. As much as I want to cry looking at these beautiful photos, I have to smile as well.
I can take comfort knowing that this is not goodbye but see you later because when my time here is done I know she will be one of the first to greet me in Heaven.
In the meantime Ninang, I can think of no better way of honoring you than to simply carry on smiling and sharing that Beautiful Sweetness you have shared with us for so many beautiful years. You are and always will be our Sweet, Brave, and Kind Warrior Angel in our lives - I LOVE YOU❤
Ray & Jason Alfelor
Northridge, CA
Dino & Shirley Kalugdan
February 20, 2016
Our deepest condolences
Chey & Lissy Rivera
February 16, 2016
Dear Ninong Nard, Kuya Ron and Grace. We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of Ninang Cynn. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Love always
Jesus, Nelly & Family Reyes
February 12, 2016
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Anne Rodolfo
February 11, 2016
Dear Kuya Nard, Ron, Grace, Auntie Lottie and family,
Just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. May memories of Auntie Cynn and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.
With our love and deepest sympathy.
Ron & Anne Rodolfo
and Santillan family
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