House mourns passing of ANGAT Partylist Rep. Reynaldo Tamayo Sr.
MANILA, Philippines — Lawmaker Rep. Reynaldo Tamayo Sr. passed away on June 21, with the House of Representatives extending its condolences to the ANGAT Party-list representative.
His passing was announced on his official Facebook page on Sunday, June 22.
“Isang ama, lider, at lingkod-bayan na buong pusong nag-alay ng tama at maayos na serbisyo sa ating mga kababayan. Sa mga panahong ito ng pagdadalamhati, kami po ay taos-pusong humihiling ng inyong mga panalangin para kay Cong. Rey,” the post read.
(A father, a leader, a public servant that wholeheartedly offered clean and orderly services to our countrymen. In this time of mourning, we wholeheartedly ask prayers for Cong. Rey.)
The Lower chamber of Congress expressed its condolences for the late lawmaker.
"On behalf of the House, I extend my condolences to his family, loved ones and constituents. We are grateful for his service and mourn his loss," Speaker Martin Romualdez said in a statement.
"He didn't seek attention, but his contributions were consistent and meaningful. He pushed for programs that aimed to give people a better shot at a decent life."
In a post on his social media page, Tamayo’s family said that his remains had arrived in their hometown of Poblacion, Tupi, South Cotabato.
“We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who offered their prayers, messages of sympathy, and support during this time of mourning. Your kindness brings comfort to us as we remember the life and service of Cong. Rey,” they said in a statement.
A member of the recently concluded 19th Congress, Tamayo authored several local bills, including proposals to impose logging and mining bans in Cagayan de Oro.
Tamayo is also one of the House lawmakers who did not vote to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte.
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