Zenaida Viray Fulgencio

Zenaida Viray Fulgencio, 68, born on December 27, 1949, in Virac Catanduanes, Philippines, passed away August 11, 2018. She resided in Los Angeles, California at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the direction of Forest Lawn, Glendale, California.

Zenaida Fulgencio, fondly known as Tita Zeny, was a loving mother to seven children, a remarkable wife to her husband, Geronimo, a doting sister and a wonderful friend. Her strong faith to the Lord was admirable. She was really a blessing to the whole family. Her sudden demise has brought us great sorrow and pain such that we can't even imagine that she is now gone.

Mom was a selfless and dedicated teacher in the Philippines. When she moved to the USA six years ago, she continued with her passion or education and love of young people as a lecturer at the University of Michigan (UM) Center for Southeast Asian Languages. She was hardworking faculty of the school continuously sharing her expertise in the Filipino language and imparting the uniqueness if Philippine culture to her students. She was eager to go back for the Fall and Winter terms, but sadly, this is not to happen anymore.

The entire family is in disbelief of her sudden and tragic passing up to this moment but we have accepted this life-changing event. We are grieving right now but in God's guidance we will recover to this and instead let us celebrate Mom's wonderful time on earth and to her new life in heaven.

Our family expresses our gratitude to all of you who are with us in this time of our need. Thank you. - Fulgencio Family