MODESTO "MODY" AGULLANA GARVIDA passed away peacefully on January 13, 2022 at the age of 86. Battling the many life challenges and medical issues in recent years, he stayed courageous until the end. Modesto is survived by his beloved wife Hideliza (née Marcos) Garvida, his children: George, Cheryl (Balagtas), Jennelle, Mignette, Modesto Jr., Melville, and Jasper Joseph; his sons-in-law: Roberto Balagtas, and Alexis Santarén; his daughters-in-law: Sheila (née Ortega), Ophelia (née Baldonado), Shiela (née Ayo); and his grandchildren: George Ryan, Gabrielle Reanne, Gabriel Riley; Ingrid Dominique; Nicole, Jon Michael; Joshua Bradley and Julianna Abby. He is also survived by his brother Leonides Jr. He was predeceased by his siblings: Elisa, Miguel, Estella, Crisauro, Apolinario, Emilia, and Delia. Born on July 23, 1935 to Leonides Garvida and Felicisima Agullana, MODESTO "Mody," or “Boy” to other Garvida relatives, was proud of his lineage and heritage-- a true Son of Bangui, Ilocos Norte, the ancestral stronghold of the GARVIDA clan that produce generations of lawyers, judges, politicians, military, and civic leaders. Aware of his "birthright", MODESTO "Mody" celebrated his family's achievements, MOST cherished especially of his children. Naturally charismatic, intelligent, good-looking, with a gift of the gab, MODESTO "Mody" danced to his own drumbeat--a born leader, popular among his peers during his youth and active adult life. He played hard with gusto --whether it is a game of chess, basketball, "sabong", good food, travels, books etc. He and his wife "Liza" raised their seven (7) children in Quezon City, Philippines before retiring to Toronto in 1994 and witness his family grow to include grandchildren In his personal or official roles, as long as he was able, he would never turn away anybody looking for sage advice, counsel, referral, or even writing letters, regardless of time in the day or night. His acts of kindness opened opportunities for others. We and his wide circle of family and friends will surely miss him. MODESTO "MODY" AGULLANA GARVIDA-- Rest in peace For more memorial info, please visit: htpps://www.dignitymemorial.com Sending your additional expression of sympathy is welcomed by the family. Please reach out to the family directly or send an email to [email protected]
A visitation for Modesto will be held at Paul O’Connor Funeral Home, 1939 Lawrence Ave. E, Scarborough, ON M1R 2Y8 on Sunday, January 23, 2022. Visitation periods will be held in blocks of time and guests must register with the family for the time they wish to attend. The visitation periods will be 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM, and 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, January 24, 2022 at 11:00 AM. The service will be available through live stream on the funeral home website. Interment to follow at Highland Memory Gardens, 33 Memory Gardens Lane, Toronto, ON M2H 3K4.
Due to the COVID guidelines guests are required to follow the mandate of two metres (six feet) physical distancing. For the visitation periods and the funeral service 50 people will be permitted in the room at a time and guests must pre register for the period in which they would like to attend. All guests will be required to register directly with the family. Proof of full vaccination and Government photo identification is required. Upon entry to the funeral home guests will be required to confirm their contact information for the purpose of contact tracing. Masks or face coverings are required indoors. Food and beverages are not permitted inside the funeral home at this time.
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