“A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform.” – Diane Mariechild
NORMA PADILLA-ROSALES, one of Metro-Iloilo’s most beloved society doyens, was recently fêted with a grand celebration to mark her 90th birthday! Organized by her children BABY, BEVERLY, JOJI and BOBBY ROSALES, and grandchildren EENA ROSALES, Dr. BREANN CHAPLIN and Dr. NIKKO CID, the party was celebrated with style at Grand Garden Hall.
The celebrator Norma Padilla Rosales; sisters Beverly and Joji Rosales with Marjorie and Susan Florete
Joji Rosales, Dr. Nikko Cid, Beverly Rosales, Bobby Rosales,Toto Ferrer, Baby Rosales, Dr. Anton Neric and Dr. Breann Chaplin
The dress-up affair was characterized by loads of food and drinks with fabulous entertainment. The presence of the celebrator’s loved ones and friends made the occasion really special. The tres exclusive guest list included A-listers from society, business and politics.
Sandra and Toto Ferrer, Sarah and Judgee Peña, and Jane and Robert Uy
Chona and Romy Bondoc, Irma and Patricia Lim, and Sandra and Ray Gomez
Lynnie and Nap Denila, Elena Javellana and Alfredo Palmares, and Ignatius Jones and Novy Bereber
Cocktail was followed by the grand entrance of the celebrator in a stunning red gown by NONO PALMOS and escorted by her unico hijo BOBBY R. and debonair nephew ALFREDO “Toto” FERRER Jr. while serenaded by tenor CHRISTIAN NAGANO with her favorite love songs. After the toasts and speeches, a fast-paced and well-staged spectacle of festival, folk, ballet, flamenco, jazz and hip-hop dances unfolded much to delight of everyone.
Yours truly with sisters Beverly and Joji Rosales, Vicky Sian, and Sarah O. Peña and Susan C. Florete
Gavin and Ferolyn Hormillosa, Dr. Tetchie and Joemarie Layson with daughter, and Alex and Jennifer Centina
Yours truly with Joe Da Silva, Maritess Lim, Lourdes Lim and Marivic Lim Mapoy, and yours truly and Raymond Villanueva
Caterer to the rich and famous DING MONTELIBANO and his efficient team outdid themselves by laying out a Spanish-inspired fare. Waiters went around making sure everyone’s glasses were filled with fine wine and other beveragic delights. Event coordinators also made sure everything ran smoothly.
The celebrator Norma P. Rosales with her barkada Gilda Yapjoco, Susan Reyes, Marilen Salazar, Fanny Uy, Charrie Lui, Vicky Sian, Susan Florete, Ann Darroca and Au Palomar
Luzette Teruel, Lea Gonzales, Nera Catalbas, Rose Molina, Dr. Henny and Felice Española and Baby Rosales
While dinner time was sedate with the music of violinist SALVADOR “Badong” JUMAYAO and Cuerdaz, what followed was another story. Metro-Iloilo’s dancing-est grooved all-night long to the beats of hotshot DJ PAUL OCTAVIO.
As nothing but smiles could be seen all around, it was a very happy birthday and fabulous celebration indeed. (Photos by Pinoy Gonzales)
Charrie Lui, Fanny Uy and Beverly Rosales, and JR Lui, Vanessa Lanceta Co, Connie Lanceta and Erriz Lanceta
Pinoy Gonzales, Dr. Ronald Latap and John Guevarra, and Erik Sua-an, Jor-El Espina, Bulak Loring and Jet Salcedo
Charrylyn Erecre, Joebert Intrepido, Sweet Carolin Sabia and Rameses Banzuelo, and Jet Salcedo, Norma P, Rosales and Orson Orleans
Joji and Beverly Rosales with Teresa Martirez, Joji Rosales, Dr. Donna Jordan and Jackie Tinsay, and Marjorie and Edmon Mello
Denzil, DA, Edboy and Ross Ferrer, and Noel Mirasol, Christian Nagano, Fr. Ronnie Alconga and Ding Montelibano