Mario R. Balledos
December 08, 1939 - June 05, 2011
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Mario R. Balledos
December 08, 1939 - June 05, 2011
Obituary
Born December 8, 1939 in Kalibo, Aklan, Philippines
Passed on June 5, 2011 in Laguna Hills, California USA
Resided in Laguna Woods, California USA
Mario ‘Dodoy’ R. Balledos, 71, of Laguna Woods California, by way of Iloilo City Philippines, passed away, suddenly and unexpectedly, on June 5, 2011, in Laguna Hills California while performing the work he so enjoyed caring for persons with disabilities.
Beloved husband of Leticia M. Balledos and ever-loving father of seven beautiful children. He was a dedicated worker, serving persons in need through care giving. A truly selfless man, Mario cared for the happiness and well-being of his family, friends, and those around him Always. Mario, a devoted Catholic, touched everyone with whom he came in contact because of his special heart His giving of love, caring, and compassion was boundless.
Mario and Leticia married September 23, 1963 in Iloilo City, Philippines and reared a family of seven beautiful children – two girls and five boys. He worked as an accountant for Pepsi Cola Corporation in the Philippines for many years prior to coming to The United States of America, with his wife, in 1992. Mario worked as a caregiver for the Elderly and at risk populations for the last 19 years dedicating the last decade of his life to working with persons with disabilities at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home.
Mario is survived by his wife, Leticia; sister, Vicenta Fleishman; son Edgar Flordeliz; son Allen Criselda; daughter Madonna Gregory; son Rex Joy; daughter Guendolyn; son Carlo ‘Jong-Jong’ Yda; son Rene ‘Dodoy’ Ruby and 15 Grandchildren Eight Grandsons and seven Granddaughters.
Mario enjoyed playing chess, watching basketball Lakers, Boxing especially Mike Tyson and Manny Pacquiao, and professional wrestling. Action films were his favorite movies and he enjoyed watching Jeopardy daily. Being surrounded by his wife and children – seeing them happy, smiling, and laughing together was Mario’s greatest joy in life.
Please join the family to celebrate his life.
Memorial Mass
Monday June 13, 2011 7:00 PM
O’Connor Mortuary
25301 Alicia Parkway
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Funeral Mass
Tuesday June 14, 2011 9:00 AM
St. Nicholas Parish
24252 El Toro Road
Laguna Woods, CA 92637
46 responses to Mario R. Balledos
Doug Christensen says:
June 10, 2011
Dear Donna and Family –
You are in my thoughts in this difficult time. In the days to come, I hope you will find peace with the sudden loss of Mario and be reminded of the love and joy he shared with you all when recalling the many, many, memories he left you with.
Ferdinand & Elizabeth Garcia says:
June 10, 2011
Kano & I were so glad that we had that mini vacation last year in Cali @ least we were able to spent a little time with you & nanay. You are one of the greatest person on Earth & you are like a father to Kano. We’ll miss you so much & we know for sure that you are in God’s grace now. Farewell Tatay Mario!
Helen Tang says:
June 10, 2011
Dear Madonna and family,
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Jocille Versoza-Balledos says:
June 10, 2011
Dear Nanay,Ate Donna and Gwen,
I am deeply saddened by Tatay’s passing.it really breaks my heart not saying goodbye.I am with you. please accept my sympathy. . my mom sends her love to you all. joy
Kim Balledos says:
June 10, 2011
Tatay Mario indeed it was so hard to let go of somebody whom you love so much. It’s hard for me to accept that you’re now gone. It was last Oct. 2009 that God answered my prayer to see you personally. It was such a short time that I am still looking forward to see you again. Your smile I just can’t forget. You are indeed a loving and kind grandfather. I will never forget you.