By NG Seruela
Former Las Piñas mayor Verge “Nene” Aguilar passed away on Friday (Aug. 20) at the age of 74 as confirmed by the City of Las Piñas Facebook page.
In a statement by Las Piñas Mayor and wife Imelda Aguilar, she said Nene Aguilar succumbed to a heart ailment following admission in St. Lukes’ Medical Center.
“Nene, it pains all of us that you are no longer with us, but we know that you have accomplished your mission in this world, not only to your family and loved ones, but to the hundreds of families you have served and supported throughout your years in service,” the statement read.
Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) Secretary Martin Andanar also expressed his grief at the passing of former Las Piñas mayor Aguilar. He said the late mayor was a “father figure” to him.
“You have touched the lives of so many people, but your silent demeanor was a gushing river of wisdom and affection that brought happiness and, most of all, love to our small family,” he said.
“Your unselfish public service, commitment, and dedication to lead and generate great changes throughout your time in office gave unparalleled progress to Las Piñas City and its people,” he added.
Nene Aguilar served Las Piñas City for 18 years before passing away. – rir
