Celedonio Villanueva (Oct 1, 1935 – Oct 25, 2010)
Last night I had a dream,
I dreamed I flew up, up and away;
‘Till I mingled amongst the stars of the milky way,
Where the eternal kingdom’s open door remains.
Passing along the path of flight,
Fresh roses along the way I plucked;
Twelve in all, I think, I got, to wish,
My beloved friend, Donying, good luck!
In no time at all, myself, I found
Right within the palace chamber’s heart;
Curtsying in humble respect before the Almighty,
“Come, get closer. For you how can I be of help?”
With mute words in loving prayers,
And in low voice, whisper did I to our Beloved King;
For dear Donying, I beg Thee,
Do hand him these fragrant flowers, please.
With sweet smile gladly he obliged,
Marvel of all marvels felt I at the sight;
Of His tender kiss planted on my friend’s cheeks,
True gesture of mercy and outpouring grace!
As I awake, sincere prayers, I do ask,
From every pious readers all;
Grant him eternal rest, O God,
And In Your bosom bless him with unending peace.
Amen.
By: Rolando Ansay
City of Caspian, Michigan
SO YOU MAY KNOW:
Donying Villanueva (nee Celedonio Villanueva) 75 years of age, passed away last October 25, 2010 in Marikina City. He is the son of the late Zacarias and Brigida Villanueva of Paowin, Cavinti, Laguna who later established residence on A.Mabini Street in the town proper of the said municipality.
Donying is survived by his wife Victoria Agrabano, his son Rey Salvador, his brother Leandro and his neices and nephews.
Readers are requested to say aprayer for the repose of his soul. May he rest in peace!
