Domingo D. Legaspi Jr.'s Obituary
Domingo Del Rosario Legaspi Jr., fondly known as Junior, Diko, and Doming was born to Josefina Dizon Del Rosario and Domingo Gonzales Legaspi on November 5, 1953 at the Legaspi family residence in Ugong, Pasig. As a boy, Junior attended Francisco Legaspi Memorial Elementary School and was involved with the Boy Scouts. He later attended Pasig Catholic College High School and went on to serve as an officer of the Legion of Mary and became a board member of the Ugong Credit Union, a community organization founded by his father. Diko graduated from National University in Manila with a degree in mechanical engineering, but decided instead to pursue a career in sales with the San Miguel Corporation. A “pioneer” draft beer salesman, Diko was eventually promoted to the position of supervisor. He was in charge of the maintenance of draft beer dispensers within the entirety of the Metro Manila area. In 1985, Diko and three of his younger siblings immigrated to the United States to join their parents and their sister Marlene and her family. His first job was with Dorado Systems where he worked in the shipping and receiving department. Following his time with Dorado, he worked as an employee at Office Depot for over fifteen years. Diko never once missed a day of work, never called in sick, and was often recognized as Employee of the Month. Diko was always characterized by his responsibility and reliability. He was also an active member of the Northern California Pasigeunian organization and participated in the activities of the FilAm ministry of the Cathedral of the Annunciation in Stockton, California. From early childhood, Diko was loved by his family and friends for his kind-hearted nature. The handy-man of the family, Diko was always quick and willing to assist his brothers and sisters whenever they needed help, with house repairs or with monetary issues. His generosity with his time and treasure extended beyond his immediate family. Diko remained a bachelor, and never had children, but his nieces and nephews lovingly remember him as the Tito Junior who was so much more than just a tito.He is survived by brothers and sisters Frankie, Marlene, Galo, Max, Vic, Apel, Nandy, Malou, and their spouses Beth, Nick, Linda, Fely, Tonette, and Jorge. Fifteen nephews and nieces, as well as eleven grand nephews and nieces, will miss him very much.Thank you, Junior.
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