Atin Ito First Filipino Community Newspaper in Ontario
Veteran actor Robert Arevalo, known by his birth name Robert Francisco Ylagan, breathed his last today, August 10. He was 85.
His death was confirmed by his daughter Anna Ylagan, in an emotional Facebook post.
“Today is the day that the Lord has chosen to take our dearest Papa home. Robert Francisco Ylagan, a.k.a. Robert Arevalo, has peacefully passed away at 10:17 am this morning, Aug. 10, 2023,” Anna wrote.
Expressing profound appreciation, Anna also conveyed the deep-seated affection their family held for the esteemed actor.
“Praise God for His mercy and grace. We are grateful that He has given us the best Papa one can ever wish for. Thank you for loving us the way you did, Pa,” she added.
While grappling with grief, Anna found solace in the divine assurance of a reunion in the heavens.
She shared, “Although our hearts are broken, we are comforted by God’s promise that He has a place reserved for you in His kingdom in Heaven where all of us who believe in His son, Jesus, will one day reunite.”
Concluding her tribute, Anna detailed the arrangements for her father’s wake.
“Papa’s wake will be at Arlington Chapels, Araneta Ave. ‘Solace Rooms 1 & 2’ beginning Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, up to Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023. Thank you for all your expressions of love and sympathy. We are deeply touched and grateful,” she shared.
Anna did not disclose any details regarding the cause of the death of his father.
Arevalo was known for his notable roles in both film and television such as The Vizconde Massacre Story, Working Girls, and Valiente.
As the entertainment industry mourns the loss of exceptional talent, Robert Arevalo’s legacy of love, grace, and devotion resonates in the hearts of those who were touched by his work and his life.
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