winforbet gaming Ex-Calbayog mayor dies
Updated:2024-11-20 02:37 Views:99CALBAYOG CITY, SAMAR, Philippines — Former mayor Diego Rivera of this city passed away on Monday, Nov. 18.
He was 78.
The cause of death was not disclosed by his family.
Article continues after this advertisementCalbayog City Mayor Raymund Uy, in a statement, expressed grief over the death of his predecessor.
FEATURED STORIES NEWSINFO House approves bill seeking employment of seniors on final reading NEWSINFO Pagasa says 3 weather systems to bring cloudy skies, rains Nov 19 NEWSINFO PNP cautions malls vs guards in Christmas costumes“It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of former Calbayog City Mayor Diego P. Rivera,” Uy said.
He expressed deep respect for Rivera’s contributions to Calbayog and highlighted the late leader’s dedication and compassion for the city’s residents.
Article continues after this advertisement“His leadership and dedication to the people of Calbayog will be deeply missed,” Uy added, offering condolences to Rivera‘s family and loved ones.
Article continues after this advertisementRivera served as Calbayog’s mayor from March 9, 2021 to June 30, 2022.
Article continues after this advertisementRivera, who was then the vice mayor, assumed the position of mayor following the tragic assassination of then mayor Ronald Aquino.
During the 2022 elections, Rivera, however, was defeated by Mayor Uy.
Article continues after this advertisementPrior to his term as mayor, Rivera served as vice mayor from 2016 to 2021.
Vice Mayor Rex Daguman also paid tribute to Rivera, reflecting on the former mayor’s impact on the community.
“We bid farewell to a pillar of Calbayog City, former Calbayog City Mayor and Vice Mayor Diego P. Rivera,” Daguman stated.
“From his days as Vice Mayor to his tenure as Mayor, he embodied humility and commitment, tirelessly working for progress while ensuring no one was left behind,” he added.
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“Rest in peacewinforbet gaming, Mayor Diego P. Rivera. Your legacy lives on in the heart of every Calbayognon,” Daguman added.
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