Alfredo Cacho "Freddie" Padilla

Alfredo "Freddie" Cacho Padilla, beloved father, grandfather, husband, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away at the age of 70 surrounded by family at home on the evening of February 10, 2026. Freddie was preceded in death by his father Hilario Padilla, mother, Justina Cacho Padilla, and his brothers, Edgardo Padilla and Rolando Padilla. Freddie is survived by his wife, Agnes Padilla, children: Joann Saclolo (Gabe Saclolo), Sheena Price (Brandon Price), Fiona Romero (Albert Romero), siblings: Wilfredo Padilla, Eduardo Padilla, Thelma Padilla, and grandchildren: Chase Saclolo, Cameron Saclolo, Caleb Saclolo, Mason Price, Tyler Price, Milania Price, Gianna Price, Alina Romero, Apollo Romero, Angelo Romero and one on the way, Aila Romero. Freddie was born on February 28, 1955 in Santa Barbara, Pangasinan, Philippines to Hilario Padilla and Justina Cacho. His father died when he was only 9 years old, but his oldest brother and fearless mother ensured the family continued on to have a prosperous future. Freddie received many awards and honors throughout school, being known as an academic scholar. He went on to graduate from Manuel L. Quezon University with a degree in Political Science and completed two years of preparatory law to fulfill his dream of becoming a lawyer. As fate would have it, he met the love of his life while attending university. In 1977, he emigrated from the Philippines to the United States by way of his oldest brother's enlistment in the U.S. Coast Guard. He then returned to the Philippines to marry his wife on January 28, 1980 and brought her back to the U.S. to live out the "American Dream." During his career, Freddie worked at the U.S. Courthouse in Washington D.C. for 8 years, and later retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 26 years. His ambition to serve did not end there. Post retirement, he held various leadership positions across different organizations, where he raised thousands in funding for the schools in Pangasinan, Philippines and food donations for the poor. His greatest pride and joy were his children and grandchildren, from whom he drew his strength and for whom he strived to be an example. His unwavering determination, fight and grit were an inspiration to all, especially during his long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He will be fondly remembered for his charming sense of humor, love of singing and playing musical instruments, his joy of traveling back to the Philippines, and the countless hours spent in the garage or around the table with his siblings and friends, sharing stories and eating "pulutan." Towards the end of his life, he drew close to God and his belief in Jesus' miraculous healing was unparalleled. Though his physical presence is no longer with us, his powerful spirit and loving heart will be deeply missed and forever remembered. Relatives and friends are invited to gather for Alfredo's Life Celebration on Friday, February 27, 2026 from 2 P.M. until 8:30 P.M. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill MD 20745. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10 A.M. at St Mary's Catholic Church of Piscataway, 13401 Piscataway Road, Clinton MD 20735. Interment to be held immediately following the service at 11 A.M. at St Mary's Catholic Church of Piscataway Cemetery, 13401 Piscataway Road, Clinton MD 20735.