Aparri International, Inc. | Officers and Board of Directors for 2014-2015

(Gin Cababa, 15 December 2013)

As a result of the election last night, I am happy to announce the following Officers and Board of Directors for 2014-2015.

            President:                                 None (Still open for nomination)
            First Vice President:                 Ernie Reyes
            Second Vice President:             Harry Doniego
            Secretary:                                  Daisy Baquiran-Noblejas
            Treasurer:                                  Estelita Parel-Purino
            Auditor:                                     Fe Reyes
            Area Coordinator West:            Rey Furigay
            Area Coordinator East:             Josie Yabes-Smith
            Area Coordinator Others:         Ernie Corpuz
            Ex-Officio                                 Elnora Florendo

The amendment of the by-laws also was approved by the general members and two (2) other Board of Directors were added unanimously as follows:

            Area Coordinator Philippines:             Tita Leabres (nominated)
            Past President to Board:                       Gin Cababa (accepted)

Congratulations to the New Board of Directors.

Thank you for submitting your ballot during this election. Please continue supporting our goals.

See minutes of meeting below:

Gin

 

 

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Alice Feri

(Gin Cababa, 15 December 2013)

It is with sad note that another Aparriano, Alice Feri, passed away yesterday (Friday Dec 13th) in the Philippines. May she rest in Peace with the Lord. Let's pray for God's continuing comfort for the family. Alice was married to the late Atty. Magno Salvadera. Her body lies at Fairview St. Perter's Chapel thru Thusday Dec 19th. Interment will be at Loyola Memorial. Survived by her siblings Ernie and Perla. More information to come.

To all Aparrianos, we ask you to say a prayer for the eternal repose of her soul.

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Carmen Pagalilauan Muniz

(Gin Cababa, 14 Novemeber 2013)

To All Aparrianos,

Our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the Muniz family on the passing of their beloved mother, Carmen Pagalilauan Muniz, from Aparri who died the other day (Tuesday November 12th).  We wish the family peace as she goes thru this difficult time of grief. Praying that our Lord's compassionate love lead to her journey of her Creator.  She is survived by her children Linda, Cholly,, Chit, Ricardo "Ding", Connie, Pepito, Marrizon, Maripaz, Ma  Guadalupe, Vicente Jr.

Interment will be in Aparri on Nov 20th. For more information please contact Linda Muniz Cruz at 1635 Dusty Ridge, Missouri, TX 77459,  email address: aparri2003@yahoo.com.

To all Aparrianos, we ask you to say a prayer for the eternal repose of her soul.

From all of us at Aparri International Inc.

In Loving Memory of Mr. Manuel Taguba

(Gin Cababa, 07 November 2013)

To All Aparrianos,

It is with sad note that another Aparriano and former ASAT faculty member, Manuel Taguba, passed away November 6, 2013 in Washington, DC. May he rest in Peace with the Lord. Let's pray for God's continuing comfort for the family. Manuel is survived by his wife, Corazon Quilling Taguba, daughter Aida Taguba-Cabrigas, sons Nelson & Manuel Jr. "Maning" is the son of the late Demetrio & Laureana Taguba. His son Nelson Taguba can be reach at 310 Potomac Ridge Drive, Fort Washington, MD 20714. Email address: nelsontaguba@yahoo.com.

Annual Meeting and Christmas Party - 2013

(Gin Cababa, 05 November 2013)

As the year 2013 approaching to an end, it is that time to have an Annual General Members Meeting and to nominate the upcoming Board of Directors for 2014-2015 of our association. Your continued support is appreciated. See below....

Message from the President

(Gin Cababa, 05 November 2013)

To all my Kailians and Gagayems from Aparri, Cagayan:

Thank you all for giving me the opportunity to serve you as President of the Aparri International, Inc. which is based in California, USA for the years 2012 and 2013.  It was a great experience for me to have been able to help especially the less-fortunate people of Aparri with the very successful Medical/Dental Mission in Aparri, Cagayan held last May 13 and 14, 2012.   We were also able to bond with our dear friends from Aparri who are based in the East Coast and which created closeness between the East Coast and West Coast members.  They were all so nice to have accommodated us during our visit in Maryland, Washington D.C. and New York City.  Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.  Special mention to then Mayor Ismael Tumaru and his lovely wife,  Dr. Shalimar Tumaru,  donors Dr.  Narciso Ma. Azurin,  Dr. Eleanor Verzosa-Azurin,  Dr. Rodolfo Tabila,  Ms. Arce Olanes of Minanga, Aparri,  Dometila Chua del Valle, Letty Alvarado-Agatep, Josie Espartero-Andres, Mila Donato-Gavieres, Mr. Od Deseo, Linda Muniz-Cruz, Zeny Asuncion-Nace and Veronica Lansi-Co. My apology for names not mentioned.   We also had some small charitable deeds done like the "Feeding the Hungry in L.A." sometime last January 2012.  Our term also was able to clarify and straighten our banking and financial status and we have a new account with Wells Fargo Bank.   Last July 12 and 13,  we had the Aparri International Inc.  Grand Reunion in Las Vegas where we had the rare chance to bond with friends and acquaintances, classmates, schoolmates, batchmates, family and neighbors from Aparri that we hadn't seen in ages.  It was a huge success and we had a blast!!!  Thank you to all who had attended, joined, donated, and most of all prayed for the huge success of the reunion.  As a result, we had a gross amount of more than $14,000 in the bank per our last meeting last September 2013.  Last but not the least,  I would like to thank my high school classmate,  Mr. Domingo Barga for establishing and starting the "Good News Aparri"  which is a newsletter about Aparri here and around the world.  The "Christmas Drive in Aparri 2013"  will not happen this year but will just incorporate with the next medical mission in Aparri for the next term. As the year 2013 approaching to an end I would like to extend my sincere thanks to our fellow officers of the organization especially Gin Cababa who stood by me all the way.

I would also like to share to everyone the expenses incurred in the Medical/Dental Mission in Aparri last May 13 and 14, 2012.  Expenses in Aparri, Cagayan amounted to $4,648.19 and in the US was $1,372.98 so the overall total expenses for the medical dental/mission was $6,021.17.   I was handed $5,000 by the organization to spend for the mission.  The difference of $1,021.17 was from my own pocket and my Asiana Airways ticket which was  $1,058 was also from my own money.  All receipts and computations are with our treasurer, Janette Macatiag de Rivera.  I hope,  this will clear up any doubts as to the money spent......  ABUNADO PO AKO and that's okay.  Anything for our organization..... and  I will gladly support any activities in the future.  For those who know me,  I never cheated or spent money that is entrusted to me by this organization.

On December 14,  2013, we will have the Aparri International, Inc. Christmas Party 2013 which will be held at the Patio de Manila of Rhome Reyes.  It will start at 3:00 pm to hold the Annual General Members meeting, election of officers for the years 2014-2015 and Proposed Amendment of By-laws. Please send in your nominations for the officers by November 9, 2013.    Let's nominate good and deserving Aparrianos to assure us of a strong leadership based on strict ethical codes. 

Again,  I thank you all and I remain...

Very truly yours,

Ms. Elnora L. Florendo
President
Aparri International, Inc. 2012-2013

New Cagayan Airport Set To Open

MANILA, Philippines - The Cagayan Economic Zone Authority (CEZA) announced that a new airport in the northern Luzon province is expected to open by the 4th quarter.

The $34.2-million Cagayan International Airport in Lal-lo, Cagayan is a joint venture between CEZA and a private consortium that CEZA did not identify in a statement on Friday, March 8.

The new airport is expected to complement the Cagayan Freeport, an economic zone 12 hours from Manila. The new facility will cut down travel time to the logistics hub into a one-hour plane ride and a 40-minute drive.

"The realization of this project shall intensify investment and tourism opportunities, especially of related ventures such as flying school, medical and other support system for the airport crew and tourism facilities," said Jose Mari B. Ponce, CEZA's Administrator and CEO.

Ponce said that the airport's 2.1-kilometer-long runway was completed in December 2012 and could accommodate an Airbus A320 aircraft. Officials from the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) tested the runway on February 19. Airport development started in 2009.

Ponce said that contractors are working to complete the construction of a paved apron and tarmac, a control tower and a terminal building. The facilities are expected to meet International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards.

Ponce added that there is a possibility that the new airport may serve the Asian business aircraft sector. "For this venture, we are eyeing mainland China as a market where hundreds of business jets are being parked at Hong Kong International Airport, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Macau and other Asian airports at high rates and restricted air spaces."

"Considering the more or less an hour flight from the neighboring Asian airports and with the vast and cheap raw land readily available at the Cagayan (Lal-lo) International Airport, its potential for this booming industry is very promising," he added.

There are also plans to add facilities such as typhoon-resistant hangars, refueling stations, maintenance and repair facilities and advanced ground handling units. - Rappler.com

http://www.rappler.com/business/23373-new-cagayan-airport-open

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Maribel Co Ranada

(Gin Cababa, 5 July 2013)

The Aparri International, Inc. is extending their sincerest condolences to the family of  Maribel Co Ranada who passed away July 5, 2013 in Aparri, Cagayan due to breast cancer.  She was 54 years old and the wife of the late Edgar Ranada.  She had 3 children:  Kristoffer, Krizzia and Kristian.  She is the sister of Dr. Mylene Co Resurreccion.  He body lies at the Grand Mabini Lodge, Aparri, Cagayan.  Funeral arrangements to follow..... Maribel:  May you rest in peace with the Lord.

Sincerely,

Ms. Elnora L. Florendo
President
Aparri International, Inc. 

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Daling Umengan Florendo

(Gin Cababa, 4 July 2013)

The Aparri International, Inc. is extending their sincerest condolences to the family of  Mrs. Daling Umengan Florendo, who went with her Creator last July 1, 2013.  Memorial services will be done on July 6, Saturday at 5:30 pm at the Loyola Memorial Chapel at Commonwealth in front of Pure Gold.  She will be cremated on Sunday, July 7 at 9:00 am.

She was married to the late Atty. Egidio "Gil" Florendo,  mother to Eleanor Florendo Jimenez, Jet Florendo and sister of Ms. Ofelia Umengan,  aunt of Mario Estal Tan.

Ms. Elnora L. Florendo

President

Aparri International, Inc.

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Corazon Tajon-Azurin

(Gin Cababa)

The Aparri International, Inc. is extending its sincerest condolences to the family of Mrs. Corazon Tajon-Azurin who passed away June  21 , 2013.  She was remembered as a very nice lady who worked at the PNB.  She was 86 years old.

Rest in peace,  Manang Corazon.

Elnora L. Florendo

President

Aparri International, Inc.

Aparri International, Inc. :: Monthly Meeting :: June 8, 2013

(Gin Cababa, 28 May 2013)

The next monthly meeting of the Aparri International, Inc. will be on June 8, 2013 at the residence of Mrs. Tessie Danao Salazar with address of 6152 Glen Abbey Place,  Fontana, CA 92336 and with c.p. no.  (951) 237-6408.  As usual it will start with lunch.  Please bring your favorite dish.

Agenda of the Meeting will be:

President's Report

Treasurer's Report

10 Final Awardees of the Outstanding Aparrianos and their respective presenters

Progress of the ads for the Souvenir Program

Progress of the headcount for the Grand Reunion at the Suncoast Hotel and Casino on July 12 and 13, 2013. 

By:

Ms. Elnora L. Florendo

President

Aparri International, Inc.

Aparri International, Inc. :: Monthly Meeting :: April 28, 2013

(Gin Cababa, 22 April 2013)

There will be a monthly meeting of the Aparri International, Inc. on Sunday, April 28,2013 at the Kapistahan Grill at 1925 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 with phone no. 213/484-2660.  As usual,  it will start with lunch at 12 noon with our favorite dishes.

Agenda of the meeting:

1. President's Report
2. "Outstanding Aparrianos"
3. Treasurer's Report - new bank account
4. Christmas Drive for the Less-Fortunate People of Aparri on Dec. 2013
5. Ads for the Souvenir Program - pictures and greetings
6. Ticket Sales for AII Grand Reunion on July 12 and 13, 2013 at the Suncoast Hotel and Casino,  Las Vegas, NV

Thank you and see you there, friends.

Elnora L. Florendo
President
Aparri International, Inc.

3rd Aparri Grand Reunion - Las Vegas, July 12-13, 2013

(Linda Muniz Cruz, 25 April 2013) and (Veronica L. Co, 26 April 2013)

I am Linda Muniz Cruz and I am the chairperson for ticket and sales for the 3rd Aparri Grand Reunion to be held on July 12th and 13th at the Suncoast Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas, NV.

The Aparri Grand Reunion has always been and is again being organized by the legally registered Aparri International, Inc., an organization that took years of hard work to put together and whose main goal is to help our less fortunate “ka-ilians”.  Last summer, a medical mission took place at the Aparri Gymnasium and I am sure you are all proud to be part of the endeavor .  Let us once again all rally together to make this event a big success so we can continue to help and bring joy to our less-fortunate “ka-ilians”.

If you have not received your tickets you may either do one of the following:

1.     Send your check payable to APARRI INTERNATIONAL, INC., stating the number of tickets it is for, to:
 

GIN CABABA
10927 Pentland Downs St
Las Vegas, NV  89141
(704) 609-7387
gcababa@gmail.com

 ELNORA FLORENDO
1658 West 153 Street
Gardena, CA  90247
(310) 404-4648
noraflorendo@yahoo.com
 

VERONICA L. CO
Mechanical Handling Equipment Co., Inc (Philippines)
Tel. no.: (0632) 8450729 (Direct); (0632) 8448901 to 8448905
Mobile no.: 639178350429
veronco@mhecoinc.com.ph
Residence Tel. no.: (0632) 8268646 or (0632) 8207715

2.     By coming to the function room on July 12th for registration, forum and get-together, or

3.     Pay at the door on July 13th

If you have any more questions, please feel free to call or email Gin or Elnora or Veronica.

In Loving Memory of Ms. Nenita Cartegena

(Gin Cababa, 26 April 2013)

To all Aparrianos,

Let us all pray for the repose of the soul of Nenita Cartegena who passed away in the morning of April 26, 2013 in Aparri Philippines. She was a Shomian class 1961. She died of cancer in the bones and blood.  Let us ask our Almighty Father to bring comfort, peace and strength to his bereaved loved ones. To all Aparrianos, we ask you to say a prayer for the eternal repose of her soul.

From all of us at Aparri International Inc.

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Edith Maddagan Sagisi

(Jennifer Martinez, 17 April 2103)

Viewing: Thursday & Friday
Palm Chayenne  Mortuary
7400 West Chayenne Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89129
ph. # 702-464-8480

Mass: 12:30 pm-Friday
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church
1811 Pueblo Vista Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89129
ph. # 702-228-8311
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(Mary Chiles Maddagan Clavecilla, 16 April 2013)

Edith Maddagan-Jamon's services this Friday at 11:30. Viewing then mass at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish. 1811 Pueblo Vista Dr.,  Las Vegas, NV 89128. Phone: (702) 228-8310.

Thank You.

Mary Chiles Maddagan Clavecilla
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(Antonio Mallari, 16 April 2013)

To all our Friends:

Our dear friend and townmate, Edith Maddagan Sagisi of Aparri, Cagayan and Waipahu, Hawaii , has unfortunately succumbed to injuries resulting from a car accident in Las Vegas yesterday, the 14th of April 2013.  Viewing starts today until Saturday in Las Vegas at a place to be designated later.  Interment will be in Hawaii.  Please call Gil Maddagan at #951-834-6127 for more details.

We would like to express our deepest sympathies to her family, and surviving sisters-Tita, Sanie, Yoly and brother Boy Jr.  May God's healing love bring you peace and strength in this moment of grief, and may the love of family and friends comfort all of you during this time.

We pray that Edith will be received lovingly and have eternal peace with  our heavenly Father.

Sincerely in Christ,

Joe B. Tan
Boysie & Zeny Bermejo
Tarrie S. Co
Cecile S. Co
Ferdie Rabaja
Tony Mallari
Rhome Reyes
Fred Cartagena
Sam Fermin
Rudy Valdez
Evelyn P. Aquino
Cesar & Naty Reyes
Gil Maddagan
Geo Padamada
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(Gin Cababa, 15 April 2013)

Our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the Maddagan family on the passing of their beloved sister Mrs. Edith Maddagan Sagisi from Hawaii who died in Las Vegas from brutal car accident yesterday (Sunday April 14th).  We wish the family peace as she goes thru this difficult time of grief. Praying that our Lord's compassionate love lead her journey to the Creator.

For more information please contact Marychiles Maddagan Clavecilla at joemaryandaustin@aol.com from Las Vegas.

To all Aparrianos, we ask you to say a prayer for the eternal repose of her soul.

From all of us at Aparri International Inc.

In Loving Memory of Mr. Arnold Doniego

(Gin Cababa, 10 April 2013)

The Aparri International, Inc. expresses their sincerest condolences to the family of Mr. Arnold Doniego who passed away last Monday at the age of 66 in Oakland, California.  He is the brother of Harry Doniego of Ontario, Canada, Mercy Doniego  of Manila and Agnes Doniego.

Elnora L. Florendo
President
Aparri International, Inc.

Aparri International, Inc. :: Monthly Meeting :: April 6, 2013

(Gin Cababa, 29 March 2013)

There will be a monthly meeting of the Aparri International, Inc. on April 6, 2013 at the residence of Elnora L. Florendo at 1658 W. 153rd St., Gardena, CA 90247.  As usual,  it's a potluck and will start with a lunch at 12:00 noon.

Agenda of the meeting will be as follows:

1.  President's Report
2.  Review of the committees,  committee chairmen and members
3.  Review of the Program of the Grand Reunion in Las Vegas on July 13, 2013
4.  Awardees of the "Outstanding Aparrianos"
5.  Treasurer's Report
 
Thank you and see you at the meeting!!!

Elnora L. Florendo
President
Aparri International, Inc.

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Leticia Alameda Felebrico

(Elnora Florendo, March 20, 2013)

The Aparri International, Inc. would like to express their sincerest condolences to the family of the late Mrs. Leticia Alameda Felebrico of Aparri, Cagayan.  She passed away March 20, 2013 in her beloved town,  Aparri, Cagayan.  Interment schedules to follow....  Nana Letty :  Rest in peace with Tata Tacing and your son,  Ray Alameda Felebrico.

Aparri International, Inc. :: Monthly Meeting :: March 10, 2013

(Gin Cababa, 21 February 2013)

INVITATION. Please plan to attend our next meeting:

When:              Sunday (March 10, 2013)      

Where:             Elnora Florendo's residence
                        1658 West 153rd St., Gardena, CA 90247        
                         Tel (310) 404-4648

As usual, it's a potluck lunch so please bring your favorite meal. It will start with lunch and the meeting will start at 1:30pm.

Agenda will include:

1. President's report

2. Board's votation as to the time for the July 12, 2013 activity at the Suncoast Hotel and Casino.

3. Ads, tickets, donations solicited. Members and especially officers are urged to pay for their ads and tickets now. We're running out of time esp. in compiling the ads.

4. Treasurer's report

5. Status of the various Committee Chairmen of the Grand Reunion - who are not proactive and productive.

6. Kabayan's suggestion of sending balikbayan boxes to Aparri; goods to be distributed hopefully by May 2013. Jason to bring boxes to the meeting and Kabayan to pay for the freight of the boxes.

7. Mango Tours and how members can avail of discounted air fares especially in going to Las Vegas in July for the Grand Reunion.

8. Boysie Bermejo to take care of registering/changing the name of our organization to Aparri International, Inc. so we can change/add signatories at the bank.

Your attendance to this upcoming meeting is important, but if for any reason you can not attend and have any comments, issues or concerns, please contact any one of the Board of Directors and we’ll bring it for discussion to the meeting.

Thank you,


Elnora L. Florendo
President
Aparri International, Inc.

Minutes of Meeting :: February 17, 2013 :: Aparri International, Inc.

(Gin Cababa, 18 February 2013)

Below is a draft of the minutes of meeting of 2/17/13 held in Los Angeles for your information and to keep you informed of the key issues discussed so that you can communicate these issues to your area representative. If you have any comments, issues or concerns, please let us know and we’ll bring it for discussion to the next meeting. Our next meeting will March 16th. Location and time will be announced later.

Thank you.

Gin Cababa

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Aparri International, Inc.:: Monthly Meeting:: February 17, 2013

 (Elnora L. Florendo, 10 February 2013)

The Aparri International, Inc. will be having a monthly meeting on February 17, 2013 at the residence of Mr. Rhome Reyes at 1708 Tenshaw Place,  Los Angeles,  CA 90041.  As usual,  the meeting will start with a potluck lunch;  pls. bring your favorite meal.  The meeting will be presided by Mr. Gin Cababa and finished by Ms. Elnora Florendo who will be late as she has to go to work from 9am to 5:30pm. Sorry for the inconvenience,  friends.  The meeting will probably start at around 2:30 pm.

At the meeting on January 19, 2013... it had been decided by the officers that the price of the ad for Philippine residents is 2,000 pesos for a whole page and $60 for the ticket to the Grand Reunion and which will also include the Souvenir Program.

We need everybody's presence and cooperation especially the officers and inputs, suggestions will be  greatly appreciated.   Please make sure that all payments be paid with checks and payable to Aparri International, Inc.  and will be sent to Mr. Gin Cababa's residence at 10927 Pentland Downs St.,  Las Vegas, NV 39141 or to Elnora Florendo's residence at 1658 West 153rd St., Gardena, CA 90247 (310) 4044648 ONLY. 

Thank you,

Elnora L. Florendo
President
Aparri International, Inc.

Aparri International, Inc.:: Monthly Meeting:: January 19, 2013

(Gin Cababa, January 14, 2013)

The Aparri International, Inc. monthly meeting will be on Saturday, January 19, 2013 and will be held at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Boysie Bermejo at 3923 Ackerman Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90065 (323) 256-0887 (323) 342-3220 (c.p.). It will start at around 3:00 pm.  As usual, it will be a potluck; so please bring your favorite dish.

Your attendance to this  upcoming meeting is important as we will discuss the success of the upcoming reunion for July 13.2013 to be held in Las Vegas, but if for any reason you can not attend and have any issues or concerns, please contact any one of the Board of Directors and we’ll bring it for discussion to the meeting.

Thank you and see ya’ll at the meeting.

By: Gin C. Cababa
For: Elnora Florendo, President