Yolanda (Saturno) Robles Velasco
October 25, 1949 - July 13, 2024
Yolanda (Saturno) Robles Velasco, age 74, of New Castle, DE, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024.
Born in the Philippines on October 25, 1949, she was the daughter of late Catalino Oliva Robles, Sr. and Alicia Manotoc Saturno. She was known to her family as “Baby” or “Bebe”, and to friends as “Yolly”.
Yolanda received her Bachelor’s degree from Arellano University and started work as a high school math teacher in the Philippines. She moved with her family to Saudi Arabia for 4 years, and finally settled in Delaware, USA.
Yolanda and her husband, Bayani, loved to travel locally and internationally. Since retiring, they had been “snowbirds” and spent half of each year in the Philippines to spend time with other family members and friends. July 15th would have been their 46th wedding anniversary.
Yolanda was very handy as she enjoyed sewing and making her own clothes, pillowcases, curtains and more. She did carpentry to fix and make projects. She was a great cook and people always loved her Chicken Adobo. She also loved tending her garden, in which she’d share any extra vegetables with family, friends and neighbors.
In addition to her parents, Yolanda was preceded in death by siblings in the Philippines, Clobel R. Sobrepeña, Alice R. Pile, Alex S. Robles, Ronnie S. Robles and Catalino S. Robles, Jr. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Bayani R. Velasco; children in DE, NJ, and the Philippines, Jose Bayani M. Velasco (late wife, Mercy), Jose Victorio M. Velasco (Mildred), Maria Luisa M. Velasco, Maria Lynda R. Velasco, Jose Carlos R. Velasco, Jose Edward R. Velasco and Jose David R. Velasco (Farida); granddaughters, Luilyn R. Velasco, Czarina Evangelio (Ian), Kaethe Velasco and Klouie Velasco; siblings in the Philippines, Darley S. Robles (Corazon), Joselito S. Robles (Annie), Ruby R. Algire (late husband, Cenon), and Ronald T. Saturno (Esmer); and her many nieces and nephews.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 11 am until 12 pm on Friday, July 19, 2024, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where a memorial service will begin at 12 pm. Interment will be held privately.
Dana Iancic
Condolences to the family. From Dana Iancic
Ruben & Carmelita Del Valle
Our condolence and prayers .. Ruben and Carmelita Del Valle.
Tere
Condolences and prayers of comfort, Tay, Lui, Len, and the rest of the family.
I had been inspired by Nay’s many talents and hobbies including her cooking, sewing, painting, and excellent administrative/organizing skills. Would have wanted to learn more from her.
Her courage and positivity as she fought the big C were admirable.
Travel peacefully and painlessly now, Nay.
Bot Sedillo
Sending heartfelt condolences and keeping you in our prayers. Wishing you strength and peace in this difficult time. Rest in peace Yoly. With sincere thoughts and prayers Bot Kris and Peter
Lailani Robles
Dear Tita, Having such an aunt like you is so blessed and appreciated. Your generosity and kindness are always apparent. You have always thought about how to help us. When Mom and Dad were gone, you were the one who gave me hope to get up and face life’s challenges. Even though you are far away, you are still there to support us. I will never forget all your help and love. Thank you very much for the love you have shown us. May God reward you in paradise.
Tess Tumamak Medina
My deepest condolences to your family.
Eternal rest be granted to her.God bless her soul and rest in peace.
Abdul Issa & Fatuma Mohammed
Condolences for Bayani & his sons & his daughter, upon the passing of a wonderful lady & a great neighbor of 20+ years, Yolanda. We will miss her a lot and may God bless her sole and give internal peace.
Geralyn M Swain
I had the pleasure of having four Velasco children in the Chemical Laboratory Program at Delcastle. Beautiful family, bright, respectful children and now young adults. a reflection of their mother and father. Prayers and peace.
Ronnie and Eleanor Franco
Our deepest condolences to the Velasco family. May Yolly rest in eternal peace with our Father in heaven. May you find comfort and strength in our dear Lord Jesus. Sending you love and prayers. From Ronnie and Lennie Franco and family.
Stephanie H.
Love and condolences <3
Tony & Evelyn Tamayo
Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the Velasco/Robles family. May the soul of our faithful departed friend, Yolanda, rest in peace. She will surely be remembered and missed by those who know and love her.