CEBU CITY – The time that Michael Alcoseba had been waiting for came on Tuesday, May 28.
But the student known for his hard work and perserverance was no longer around after he succumbed to pneumonia more than two weeks before his graduation.
Instead, it was his sister and mother who walked up the stage to receive his medal as a cum laude graduate in emotionally-charged graduation ceremony at the Hoops Dome in Lapu-Lapu City. Alcoseba’s mother was clutching his picture frame when she went up the stage as other graduates and teachers of the Lapu-Lapu City College tried to hold back tears.JR, Alcoseba’s older brother, said Michael was known for his competitive and hard working attitude.Michael’s family suspected that his health deteriorated due to stress and over fatigue.Lapu-Lapu Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan and his wife Lapu-Lapu Rep.
“I had goosebumps while watching Michael’s mother and sister going up the stage clutching his picture that was soaked in tears,” the mayor said.“We hope you’re celebrating your big achievement in heaven right now Kil. We will continue praying for your eternal repose,” said the mayor.
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