Pumanaw na nitong Lunes, Hunyo 12, si dating Senador Rodolfo Biazon, ayon sa kaniyang anak na si Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon.
“It is with deep sadness that we announce that the bell has rung and the last Taps has been sung for General Rodolfo Gaspar Biazon, former AFP Chief of Staff, member of the Philippine Senate and House of Representatives,” saad ng alkalde ng kaniyang Twitter account.
"It is perfectly fitting that today, Independence Day, at around 8:30am, the soldier who dedicated his life and laid it on the line in defending freedom and democracy, has been set free from the pains of this world," dagdag pa niya.
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Sinabi ni Mayor Biazon na na-diagnose ng lung cancer noong Hulyo 2022 ang dating senador. Ngayon taon daw ay nagkaroon ito ng pneumonia.
"He was diagnosed with lung cancer in July of 2022 and underwent the appropriate treatment. This year, however, he caught pneumonia twice, the second being more serious than the first which had further weakend his lungs," anang alkalde.
“He courageously fought his last battle like a Marine would, but it is the Lord’s will which prevails. The family is grateful that we were able to spend his last moments with us intimately and peacefully,” dagdag pa niya.
"We send off a warrior and gentleman, secure in the knowledge that the faithful servant has fought the good fight and has finished the race.
“From our mother Monchie, my sister Richie and brother Rino, along with the daughters-in-law, son-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren of Pong Biazon, we thank everyone who have given their support, love and friendship to Papa during his active years and in the twilight of his life," pahayag pa ni Mayor Biazon.
"For those who wish to pay their last respects, details will soon be announced."
photo courtesy: Mayor Biazon/TWITTER
