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
Edille Lou Amolar says:
June 13, 2011
in behalfe of my family we are deeply sad about what happend to tsoy mario ill cherish the days when he was here!
Judie and Jerry Hess says:
June 13, 2011
Nothing we can say will change the facts nor lessen the pain. Our love for the two of you causes us to share that pain, albeit only in a very small way. You and Gwen have been in our thoughts and we will keep you in our hearts and our thoughts throughout these services and these sad times. Peace and Love.
Milagros Plaza says:
June 13, 2011
I know Tata Mar years ago when we worked together at Parthenon House. He was really a good man, with good spirit and a very excellent character. He always tried to extend a helping hand to all his co workers and clients who needed help. He will never said no to any request if he was able to do it. He always say everything is alright to his friends and fellow staff when problems were along their way. And most importantly, which I will never forget about him is for him being very fatherly to me by always telling me Nee, ano ang gusto mong kainin sa hapunan natin and he will went out of his way to prepare them or buy them. Personally, I will really miss this man forever.
Mylen Valle Escarilla says:
June 13, 2011
Dear Gwen and family,
I’ve heard about your father’s death.
with sincerest heart accept my condolences to you and your family.
Patricia Ramirez says:
June 13, 2011
Hello Mario Balledos Family & Friends,
I wanted to write and express how sorry I am for your loss. May it comfort you to know that so many people care and are thinking of you and your family at this time. Although I did not know Mario, I was able to learn how much of a wonderful husband, father and friend he was. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time.