Eduvigis ‘Edith’ Banzon Yenko
Eduvigis ‘Edith’ Banzon Yenko, 87, of the Philippines, passed away on the 15th of May, 2021 after a 5 month battle with surgical complications.
Edith was born on January 27th, 1934 to her parents in Bataan at the height of the Japanese Occupation during World War II.
She graduated from the University of the Philippines with a degree in Pharmacy.
Soon after she met her first husband Raquel, and had a lovely daughter, Solita. Unfortunately, he passed well before his time.
Thereafter, she met and married Abing, whom she raised two more loving daughters with, Patricia and Ana. They also had a son, Len-Len who passed away at 4 years old.
Through life’s ups and downs, Edith was a hard worker: from Pharmacist to home business baker and food caterer, to real estate agent. Edith made sure her family was provided for.
Her children excelled in their own ways and through it all, she was there to witness and support them. She was the mother who prayed unceasingly for us. Ever caring, ever the thinker, she remembered everyone’s birthdays. So empathetic was she, that she could form bonds with complete strangers through the flow of a few good words.
She served well in the church, just as she did in any household she dwelled in. Her love of food and cooking got the better of her quite a few times, with many a kitchens littered with the signs of a few good meals. A decent trade-off, for some of the town’s finest home cooking.
Edith was passionate about serving the Lord, and in her final years in her home country, dedicated herself to the local chapter of the Legion of Mary, as shown on her prayer altar to this day.
When she wasn’t filling her home with warmth and kindness, she could be found at the local market, striking a deal or two, and bringing home the freshest ingredients of her homeland, all for a hearty meal for her family.
We will miss her greatly.
She is survived by her three daughters, Solita, Ana, and Patricia. 9 grandchildren Mandah, Muma, Christina, John, Lucas, Lucian, Sarah, Kirsten, and Meghan. And 4 great grandkids Kirsten, David, Xander, and Angelle.
We love you Mama. Rest and dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Offer Condolence for the family of Eduvigis ‘Edith’ Banzon Yenko
jake yenko
sincere condolences to tita Edith’s family, tito Abing would be happy to be with her once more. Forever and for better. love, Yenkos of Muntinlupa, California & Qatar.
Bing Puzon
May Tita Edith’s soul be at peace with the Heavenly Father. Our deepest sympathies and prayers. We shall pray for her eternal repose and continue to pray for strength and consolation for all of you during this trying and difficult moment. RIP TITA EDITH♥️
Hazel Chan
What a lively spirit that touched so many individuals. She truly has a singular soul. I am so blessed to have known you in this life. My heart goes out to the ones closest to her. You will be greatly missed Lola, love you always. Rest easy.
Precious Boone
My heart breaks knowing I will never ever get to see and hug her again! She is the most caring person I ever met, she always thinks of everybody, she would always stop by our home on her way home from the market to give us some fish. She likes to pray first thing in the morning before she drinks her coffee. Mommy I miss you but I know you’re now with the love of your life Tito Abing! My condolences to the whole family!
Love,
Precious Boone
Apol Rodriguez
Benz Rodriguez
Marissa
Rest in Peace tita. I will always remember you kindness, warmth and generosity. Thank you for welcoming me into your home, feeding me and allowing me to stay during weekends (way back high school and college years) . I have so many beautiful memories with you/family, and I thank God for your life tita. Enjoy being in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ.
My condolences to the whole family.
Pamela Marie Yenko Godoy
Our prayers and condolences to the entire family.
“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Psalm 34:18 (NIV)
“God does not leave his children in the depths of sorrow. Joy comes eventually, and it comes in God’s timing.”
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