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Ben Bamba Obituary

Ben S. Bamba Passed away on June 25, 2007 at the age of 77 in Pampanga, Philippines where he enjoyed his retirement years. Born on January 11, 1930, Ben was the youngest and fifth child of Juana and Melencio Bamba, a Filipino World War II veteran. At the age of 18, Ben married Bernarda and they had six children. As a civil engineer, he worked on engineering projects in Cambodia. In 1971, he and Bernarda decided to migrate with their children to San Francisco, CA. In addition to his engineering background, he also excelled as an instructor of math and physics both for St. Nicholas Academy in the Philippines and the San Francisco Unified School District. He was an avid fan of sports, playing tennis and coaching basketball teams. He will always be remembered by his loved ones and friends for his impervious zest and passion for life. Ben will be buried with his wife, Bernarda, who is resting in peace at Cypress Lawn. He is survived by his brother, Diosdado; sister, Rosario; five children: Marieta, Marilyn, Marita, Mark, and Marivic, 10 grandchildren: Ryan, Michelle, Bonnie, T.J., Norielle, Tiffany, Laraine, Melanie, Janelle, and Chris, and four great grandchildren, Keonna, Christian, Lilyanna, and Marcus. Friends and family may visit beginning on Sunday, July 1 from 4pm-9pm and are invited to attend the Vigil Service on Monday, July 2 at 7pm. The Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, July 3 at 10am. All services will be conducted at Cypress Lawn Memorial on 1370 El Camino Real in Colma, (650) 755-0580.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Jun. 29, 2007.

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Vern Coleman

July 2, 2007

To Marita and her family please know that you have our deepest sympathy and that are prayers are with you during these trying times. Just having recently gone through the lost of a love one I know how important it is for you to have support from family and friend. Please know that if there is anything that you need we are there for you.

Elmore Quiboloy

June 30, 2007

This message is for the big family of Tata Ben who is fortunate to have had a great brother, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Tata Ben left a legacy of knowledge, love and oneness you all cherish. At this difficult time, I express my deep sympathy to everyone especially to Marita, my friend and colleague.

My Tata, Ben Bamba at my college graduation June 2005

Laraine Ignacio

June 30, 2007

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Laraine Ignacio

June 30, 2007

I love you and I miss you Tata.

Randy Russell

June 30, 2007

I never had the opportunity to meet you and upon reading all your accomplishments and hearing your family talked so lovingly about you, not knowing you personally is one of the greatest losses in my life.

Janelle Igtanloc

June 29, 2007

We pray for the soul of our dear grandfather. We miss you Tata.

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