Tranquilino Domingo Tamayo's Obituary
Tranquilino Domingo Tamayo was born on July 6, 1934 in Nangalisan, Laoag City, Philippines to Cornelio Tamayo (father) and Juana Domingo Tamayo (mother). He spent his childhood in Laoag City as he attended elementary, intermediate, and trade school there. He attended Ilocos Norte Normal School and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education. He taught at an elementary school in Isabella, Philippines until he decided to enlist in the United States Coast Guard in October 1960 in Sangley Point Cavite, Philippines. In 1963, while mourning the loss of his grandmother in Laoag City, he met his future wife. He courted Cristina Lamug for 2 years before he proposed to her and they got married in June 7, 1965.On August 15, 1965 Cristina was finally able to come to the United States. The newlyweds reunited in San Francisco and continued onto New London, Connecticut. On October 1965, they found out that they were expecting their first child. Arnold Tamayo was born July 24, 1966. In October 1965, they found out that they were expecting their second child. James Tamayo was born on July 25, 1967. On May 1975, they found out they were expecting another child. Hoping for a girl, it turned out that it was another BOY. Jeffrey Tamayo was born on February 23, 1976. To their surprise they were blessed with their fourth child and it was a GIRL. On December 16, 1983 Cristilyn Tamayo was born. They were excited to finally buy girly clothes and enjoyed their family of 6!While in the service, he studied to become an Electronic Technician. After his studies, he was sent on the USS Gallatin for a few months. In 1970, they moved to San Diego where he was stationed at the USCG in Downtown, San Diego and they lived inside military housing until they purchased their home. They bought 2 houses at the same time and they rented out the home on Limerick Way, while they resided at the Derrick Court home. In 1974, he was then sent to Johnston Island for isolated duty leaving his family in San Diego for approximately one year. When he returned to San Diego, he received news that he would be stationed in Miami, Florida. The entire family then moved to Miami, FL in 1975. In 1977, he was then stationed at Loran Station in Venice, FL where they purchased another home. He received a plaque in appreciation for his “Outstanding Leadership & Character Qualities.” After spending 2 years in Venice, he was then stationed in St. Petersburg, Florida in 1979. He received a letter of appreciation from his commander regarding his “exceptionally meritorious service in the performance of the search, rescue and recovery operations of the USS Blackthorn sinking.” In 1980 he was then stationed in Brooklyn, NY and would commute daily from Governors Island. On June 14, 1981, he received another plaque presented by the USCG Supply Center in Brooklyn, New York for appreciation of “20 Years of Faithful Services.” He then retired on July 1, 1981 after serving almost 21 years with a rank of E-7 (Chief Electronics Technician).In December 1981, the entire family relocated to the Philippines and resided there for more than 10 years. His main purpose was to utilize his US Government GI Bill to build a house in Baguio City. In 1986, Tranquilino graduated from the University of Baguio with his second Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Commerce. In 1991, the family decided to move to California after experiencing a devastating earthquake in 1990. They stayed with Tranquilino’s brother, Jovencio & Eleanor Tamayo, until they were able to settle back to their home in San Diego.Throughout the years, Tranquilino has enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, and testing his luck at the slot machines. He watched his children grow up and start families of their own. Arnold and James both followed in their father’s military footsteps and enlisted in the US Air Force in 1990. After their military experiences, Arnold became a correctional officer for the State of Maryland, James prospered in the field of radiology technician/nuclear medicine. Jeff followed his love of video games and became a producer for Highmoon Studios. Cristilyn utilized her compassion for children and her Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology to nurture foster children and create new families working in the foster care system. Tranquilino watched as his children had offsprings of their own furthering his legacy.His love of travel brought him across the US, Canada, Europe and Scandinavia. Not to mention his many trips to the Philippines to visit with family, friends, and manage their real estate business. Tranquilino and his wife filled their leisure time with social events from their many associations, fishing, and of course going to the casinos. He also loved telling jokes to everyone that crossed his way and loved seeing other people laughing. He will never be forgotten especially his contagious smile.He was diagnosed with prostate cancer 6 years ago and he peacefully passed on May 7, 2012 at San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine. He definitely lived a joyous life. He is survived by his wife: Cristina L. Tamayo. Children: Arnold (Michelle) Tamayo, James (Gemini) Tamayo, Jeffrey (Romabelle) Tamayo, & Cristilyn (Charles) Tamayo-Andres. Grandchildren: Alyssa Tamayo, Alexander Tamayo, Cayden Andres, Austin Tamayo, & Chayson Andres. Brothers: Jacinto Domingo Tamayo & Jovencio Domingo Tamayo. Sister: Magdalena Tamayo Dela Cruz & many nieces and nephews.May you rest in Peace Tranquilino Domingo Tamayo!
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