Personalities took to social media to express their grief over the death of former President Benigno S. C. Aquino III on Thursday. — Kyle Aristophere T. Atienza
Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro L. Locsin, Jr.
I’m out of Twitter from grief over the death of a sea-green incorruptible, brave under armed attack, wounded in crossfire, indifferent to power and its trappings, and ruled our country with a puzzling coldness but only because he hid his feelings so well it was thought he had
— Teddy Locsin Jr. (@teddyboylocsin) June 24, 2021
none; it was the way he and his siblings were raised by a great woman—their mother and of our restored democracy (without her none in power yesterday and today would be). She created the democratic space that made it possible. She believed that one must never let oneself go
— Teddy Locsin Jr. (@teddyboylocsin) June 24, 2021
no matter the occasion or provocation; showing feelings was vulgar which I too believe but am guilty of. It is a hard ethic. Blood always shows. I beg his sisters to allow me the honor to share their grief. He wasn’t fond of me but I could not bring myself not to admire him.
— Teddy Locsin Jr. (@teddyboylocsin) June 24, 2021
Supreme Court Associate Justice Marvic Mario Victor F. Leonen
Curtis S. Chin, United States Ambassador to and member of the Board of Directors of the Asian Development Bank
Saddened & shocked to share this news. Former #Philippine President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino has died at the age of 61 https://t.co/rCyUeYubRv
My condolences to his family, his friends & to the people of the #Philippines.
— Curtis S. Chin (@CurtisSChin) June 24, 2021
Jose Manuel “Chel” I. Diokno, human-rights lawyer
You served our country well, uplifted the lives of many Filipinos, and gave us a reason to dream of a better future. Rest In Peace and enjoy heavenly bliss, which you richly deserve.
— Chel Diokno (@ChelDiokno) June 24, 2021
Antonio “Sonny” F. Trillanes IV, former senator
You can rest in peace now PNoy. You served our country well.
— Sonny Trillanes IV (@TrillanesSonny) June 24, 2021
House Deputy Speaker and Antique Rep. Loren B. Legarda
I am deeply saddened to hear about the sudden passing of former President Noynoy Aquino. Thank you for your firm leadership, hard work & integrity. More than these attributes, I will remember him as a kind, thoughtful childhood friend. RIP, PNoy. Prayers for the Aquino family
— Loren Legarda (@loren_legarda) June 24, 2021
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso
I offer my condolences to the family of former President Benigno “Noynoy” Simeon Cojuangco Aquino III. My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow.
— Isko Moreno Domagoso (@IskoMoreno) June 24, 2021
As the leader of our nation, we knew him as “PNoy.” He championed good governance reforms that promoted efficiency and reduced opportunities for corruption. The Philippines was cited as the fastest-growing economy in Asia during his administration.
— Isko Moreno Domagoso (@IskoMoreno) June 24, 2021
PNoy was a pragmatic man who did the best with the cards that life had dealt him. He inspired us with his unexpected humility. May his legacy continue to lead others to the right path.
— Isko Moreno Domagoso (@IskoMoreno) June 24, 2021
Former Commission on Elections (Comelec) Commissioner Gregorio “Goyo” Y. Larrazabal
Rest in peace President Benigno Aquino III and my deepest condolences to his bereaved loved ones.
— Goyo Y. Larrazabal (@GoyYLarrazabal) June 24, 2021
Governor of Sorsogon Francis Joseph “Chiz” Guevara Escudero
My sincerest condolences to the family and loved ones of former President Noynoy Aquino. You will be missed my friend… rest in peace…
— Chiz Escudero (@SayChiz) June 24, 2021
Former Secretary of Finance Cesar Antonio Velasquez Purisima
1/2 Heavenly Father, Thank You for sharing #Pnoy with us and giving us the opportunity to help him in his mission. Thank you for loving him and for giving him grace and compassion. We are humbled by the strength you gave him especially knowing how #ph #benignosimeonaquino
— Cesar Purisima (@CVP1960) June 24, 2021
2/2 how difficult his life’s path has been. We now pray that you give him eternal rest and to give his loved ones strength in this difficult time, we pray in Jesus name, #AMEN #philippinepresident #Pnoy
— Cesar Purisima (@CVP1960) June 24, 2021
Former Congressman Ibarra “Barry” Gutierrez III
He was a good man. And he brought out the best in so many of us.
Thank you, Mr. President. You will be missed.#RIPPNoy
— Barry Gutierrez (@barrygutierrez3) June 24, 2021
13th Vice President of the Philippines Jejomar “Jojo” C. Binay
Noynoy and I may have had political differences during the last few years of his term, but that will not diminish the many years of friendship between our families.
My deepest condolences to the family. Godspeed, Pareng Noy.
— Jejomar C. Binay (@JojoCBinay) June 24, 2021
Senator Juan Edgardo “Sonny” M. Angara
We join the nation in mourning the passing of our former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III. Continuing the legacy of his esteemed parents Ninoy and Cory, PNoy introduced widespread reforms and espoused a strong anti-corruption policy during his presidency.
“Walang wang-wang, walang counterflow, walang tong.” “Walang tongpats.” “Kayo ang boss ko.” These are just some of the quotes of PNoy that are forever etched in the hearts and minds of every Filipino and aptly captures his stance against the abuse of power by the people in power.
President Noy, who was a colleague of mine from 2004 to 2007 at the House of Representatives, played a major role in my entry into the Senate in the 2013 mid-term elections where I was part of the Team PNoy coalition. He truly loved his country and helped so many Filipinos during his time in office.
Rest well knowing that in time your own legacy will be remembered as it should be, from a perspective that is objective. You have earned your place in the annals of Philippine history. May the Lord bring comfort to PNoy’s siblings and rest of the Aquino clan.”
Davao City Mayor Sarah Duterte-Carpio
The City Government of Davao is one with the nation in praying for the eternal repose of the soul of former President Benigno Aquino III.
The Philippine flag in the entire Davao City shall be flown at half-mast until his burial.
Thank you.
Anakalusugan Rep. Michael T. Defensor
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family of Pres Noynoy Aquino. As a colleague in the 11th congress and as a friend, Pres Noy and I have shared fond memories. While our lives are enmeshed in politics and there may have been differences at certain periods of time , we have remained good friends throughout the years. He is too young to die and today is a day of mourning. May he rest in peace.
House Majority Leader and Leyte Rep. Martin G. Romualdez
I join the nation in mourning the passing of former President Noynoy Aquino. The news of his death was a shock to all of us. We all grieve for losing him so early — a man of integrity, a Filipino leader who made it his primary mission to institutionalize good governance reforms.
We extend our condolences to his family and loved ones. May you find peace in knowing that he is now back to the loving embrace of our Father.
Rest now former President Aquino. Paalam.