"Romy" Romeo Ubungen Antipolo

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Biography: Romy was a man after God's heart, and he loved his family and his job. Born Romeo Ubungen Antipolo in the Philippines October 3, 1948, Romy came to the United States and went to work for St. Vincent's Hospital as an OR staff nurse in 1973. It was only 4 years later that he became the OR head nurse. He and St. Vincent's were a team for 39 years until a stroke in 2012 caused his retirement. His death last week, Friday, December 13, 2013 was due to congestive heart failure. Romy was very proud of his family, including his wife of 39 years, Norie and two sons, Giovanni and Jeremy (Ashley); Romy was crazy about his grandboys, Jonas and Beckam. He is also survived by his mother, Cleofe; siblings, Enriqueta, Samuel (Yolanda), Norma (James), Olivia, Juanito Jr. (Norma), Linda (Ferdie), Oscar, Cleonito, and Reynaldo (Rica) and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Juanito Antipolo, Sr. Romy was very much a Renaissance man. He loved to cook and dance and sing and play the piano and garden and take pictures. He was just an artist by heart. But Romy found teaching to be his forte. He enjoyed preparing nurses (as Operating Room Staff Development Specialist)?but he really shined in teaching the Bible. Romy?s classes with friends in the Filipino community were always ongoing. He was a member of Fellowship Bible Church and he loved missions. Romy was active in "Operation New Life" with the Honduran people. If Romy were here, he would share his favorite Bible verse with everyone. "And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:32 Visitation will be held at Ruebel Funeral Home, 6313 W. Markham St., on Wednesday, December 18, 2013 from 5 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Fellowship Bible Church on Thursday, December 19, 2013 at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Operation New Life c/o Fellowship Bible Church, 1401 Kirk Rd., Little rock, AR 72223. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

Condolences(27)

Carol Ann Bone

#27

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My heart goes out to you, Giovanni. I, too, have lost a parent.
Remember the good times you've had with your father.

Mary Jane Willard

#26

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am praying for you during this time. I was so sad to hear about your loss.

Shannon Bass

#25

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I had the privilege of meeting and caring for Romy in 2012 and knew immediately he was a special person. As I got to know his loving family I knew they were all blessings from above.
I'm so sorry that the last year has been such a trial, but thankful to know Romy was surrounded by such wonderful, caring, genuine family and friends. As I work now with another close family member of Romy's family I wish you all to know I wish you peace and love and comfort in the days to come.

Jessica Mougeot

#24

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Gio, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest condolences.

Much love,
Jessica

Nilda Denuna

#23

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

To Norie and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Remembering the happy good times....Take care and God bless.

Cyril Holllingsworth

#22

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Gio and Norie, please know that Betsy and I are thinking of you and Jeremy and your family.

Margie Pousardien

#21

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

May the God of comfort give you peace, encouragement and strength during this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you Sweet Norie and the rest of the family. Romy, will be missed. I loved his beautiful smile and joyful personality.:)

Dr. William F. Hayden

#20

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I had the wonderful opportunity as a Surgeon to work closely with Romy in the Surgery Department in St. Vincent's for many years. It was a a plesure to see his smiling face every morning and know he would have everything ready to go and under control. I am sorry I am unable to attend the visitation and visit with his family. I am also sorry to miss seeing some of the other Surgery Nurses I worked with during Romy's time. My condolences and prayers go to all his family and friends.

Joyce Steen

#19

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I always loved being in the choir with Romy. He was a very talented man. My deepest sympathy to all of your family.

Annette Lilly

#18

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Dearest Norie, My heart is saddened by your loss. I know it is good for Romey but so painful for you and your family. I will continue to lift, in prayer, you and your family to our All Mighty Father in heaven, the true God of all comfort. God bless and hold you in His hands in such a special way that you know and feel His presence.
Your sister in Christ,
Annette

Carolyn Mueller

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jeremy, Ashley, and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I know how very much you loved him. To describe him as a man after God's own heart says it all. Wow. What a legacy he has left for his family. I wish I could have met him, and may have seen him in the halls at Fellowship not knowing he was your dad. Take comfort in the wonderful life your dad has lived and in knowing he is in the presence of God. You are in my prayers.

Rick & Mel Keech

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Dear Norie and Family, It is with sadness and sorrow that we learned of your loss. Our deepest condolences go out for your family. Romy has been a dear friend for all these many years, and our thoughts and prayers are for you all.

Pam McAllister

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Norie my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Romy was such a good and inspirational person he will be missed very much.

Pam Wood

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

May God comfort your family during this time of grief. Romeo was one of my first preceptors in the operating room at SVI. He was a wonderful nurse,full of energy and life. I know he will be missed terribly by his family and friends but the memories he leaves with us are a blessing.

Reba Owens

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am sorry for your loss. Romie was a kind and gentle man whose presence was felt by many. May he rest in peace.

Libby Ramirez

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Norie and family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in the knowledge Romie is resting in the arms of our Lord. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sharon and Jack McInturff

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I love to hear Romy sing! We always enjoyed worshipping with you at church. We are praying for peace, comfort and strength during this hard time for you all. Many good memories will remain our treasures. As the saying goes, it's not good-bye, but see you later Romy!

Jesse Anderson

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to your wonderful family, may you find peace through your sadness.

Kathy J Rice

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Had the pleasure of meeting this most gracious man when he would reserve a room for Bible Study at Markham Street Baptist church. So sad to hear of his passing.

Prayers for his family and friends during this time of loss.

Gretel & Dave Scheibe

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our deep sympathy to the Antipolo family. Im blessed upon reading about Kuya Romy's life. Philippians 1: 21
For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.

Carmencita M Poe

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Was fortunate to visit with Romy and Norie a year ago in their new home. As usual, Romy was very friendly, hospitable, and entertaining during the visit. The Filipino community and several others will really miss him. My deepest sympathy to Norie, Giovanni, and Jeremy and the Antipolo family for your great loss. During this time, may you be assured of the comfort and guidance that await you at the gentle hand of our Heavenly Father. God's blessing to all of you who knew and loved Romy. He is now with the Lord who he served well. Take care and God bless.

Cynthia C. Mercado

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

It is with deep sadness that I learned about Romy's death. Romy could be considered as one the original group of nurses that came to Arkansas. A very active participant/leader in the Filipino group, I came to know him when I attended the Filipino parties(of which there were many)and joined the Filipino Christmas caroling group. He would always sing at parties and crack jokes that really amused us guests. He has brought joy and and laughter to the group. God Bless his soul and may he rest in eternal peace. My sincere condolences to the Antipolo family.

Sylvia (Bing ) &Jeffrey Randall

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Nory & Family,our prayers are with you . We will always remember the happy times and laughing times.Happy memories when life is done,God Bless.

Karen Flake

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Dear Jeremy (and family),

What a proud heritage your father has lived for his family. I wished I could have met him. My sincere sympathy and prayers for God's comfort. --Karen Flake

Frank and Rosie Simmen

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We were very sad to hear of Romy's passing. He is (was) a great person and he will be remembered always for the many good deeds that made life beautiful for others. Keep well, Romy on your new life.
To Nori and family, take care and God bless you always.

Frank and Rosie

Ariel Juje Agustin Arandia with Leon Nony

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Mourning a friend of 45 years...
Remembering a life well lived and a person well loved...
Celebrating a heavenly homecoming. Romy, till we meet again....
Norie, Geovanni and Jeremy with Ashley,
May God's healing love,comfort and His grace give you strength and sustain you in the days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Erin Vickers

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My heart is saddened to hear of your loss. Sending my sincerest condolences to you and your family. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.

"Romy" Romeo Ubungen Antipolo

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