Dr. Riz A. Oades Passes Away at Age 74 by Simeon G
In Perspective Light and Shadows Entertainment Emerging out Through the Eye Sarah wouldn’t of Chaos of the Needle do a Taylor Swift October 9 - 15, 2009 Dr. Riz A. Oades passes away at age 74 By Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. Publisher & Editor PHILIPPINES TODAY Asian Journal San Diego The original and fi rst Asian Philippine Scene Journal in America Manila, Philippines | Oct. 9, It was a beautiful 2008 - My good friend and compadre, Riz Oades, had passed away at age 74. He was a “legend” of San Diego’s Filipino American Community, as well day after all as a much-admired academician, trailblazer, community treasure and much more. Whatever super- Manny stood up. His heart latives one might want to apply was not hurting anymore. to him, I must agree. For that’s Outside, the rain had how much I admire his contribu- stopped, making way for tions to his beloved San Diego Filipino Americans. In fact, a nice cool breeze of air. when people were raising funds It had been a beautiful for the Filipinos in the Philip- day after all, an enchanted pines, Riz was always quick to evening for him. remind them: “Don’t forget the Bohol Sunset. Photo by Ferdinand Edralin Filipino Americans, They too need help!” By Simeon G. I am in Manila with my wife Silverio, Jr. conducting business and visit- Loren could be Publisher and Editor ing friends and relatives. I woke up at 2 a.m. and could not sleep. Asian Journal When I checked my e-mail, I San Diego read a message about Riz’s pass- temporary prexy The original and fi rst ing.
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