CAUSE OF DEATH: Family finally confirms Fidel Valdez Ramos is dead

Former President Fidel V. Ramos has passed away at the age of 94, according to state-run PTV. (Read More Here).

“The Ramos family is profoundly saddened to announce the passing of former President Fidel Valdez Ramos. 

“We thank you all for respecting our privacy, as the family takes some time to grieve together. We will announce wake and funeral arrangements in the near future,” the family confirmed his death in a statement. (Read More Here).

Kiko wrote: “We mourn the passing of former President Fidel V. Ramos. He would be remembered for his key role in the restoration and defense of democracy in the Philippines and as the president who steered the Philippine economy during the Asian financial crisis. May he rest in peace.”

M. Robredo foundation wrote: “The Jesse M. Robredo Foundation joins the nation in mourning former President Fidel V. Ramos’ death.

FVR served as the 12th President of the Republic of the Philippines. 

Rest in Peace, FVR.”

Born on March 18, 1928 in Lingayen, Pangasinan to lawmaker Narciso Ramos and educator Angela Valdez, Ramos graduated with a military engineering degree from West Point and was a career military officer when he was appointed chief of the Philippine Constabulary during the Martial Law years.