November 21, 1958 — September 10, 2026

A life to remember.

The chapters of Celerina’s life, and the roots that made her who she was.

Portrait of Celerina Chirivilla OdinadaLovingly known as Ninang Celing

Celerina
Chirivilla Odinada

Celerina was born on November 21, 1958, in Brgy. Lawa-an, Basey, Samar. Her life’s journey took her to Tacloban City for her education and into a career teaching elementary school children.

She retired from Basey I Central Elementary School in 2023. We honor her life, her years in education, and the memories held by her family, friends, students, and colleagues.

Brgy. Lawa-an, Basey, Samar, Philippines
Mother
Beatriz Cabugayan Chirivilla
Father
Emilio Gayola Odinada

The chapters of her life

Her roots. Her calling.
Her lasting place in our hearts.

  1. November 21, 1958

    Her story began in Samar

    Born in Brgy. Lawa-an, Basey, Samar, to Beatriz Cabugayan Chirivilla and Emilio Gayola Odinada.

  2. 1982–1986

    A calling to teach

    She earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education at Leyte State College in Tacloban City.

  3. October 18, 1999

    A professional teacher

    Registered as a Professional Teacher in Elementary Education. PRC Professional License No. 588691.

  4. 2023

    A chapter of service, completed

    She retired from public school teaching at Basey I Central Elementary School in Basey, Samar.

  5. September 10, 2026

    Forever in our hearts

    Celerina passed away at the age of 67. Her life is remembered here by the people whose lives she shared.

A community’s farewell

Held in prayer.
Remembered with love.

Family and friends gathered for her Funeral Mass at St. Michael the Archangel Parish Church in Basey, Samar. She was laid to rest at Basey Public Cemetery on September 21, 2026.

Love lives on in what we remember

Everyone holds a little
piece of her story.

If Celerina was part of your life, this is a place for your memories.
A small story can mean so much to those who miss her.