'His sudden demise is truly heartbreaking,' says Savellano's wife, veteran actress Dina Bonnevie
This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – Agriculture Undersecretary Deogracias Victor “DV” Savellano reportedly passed away in the US on Monday, January 6 . He was 65.His sudden demise is truly heartbreaking. His legacy as a leader who touched the lives of many will remain in the hearts of those who knew him,” she said in a statement.
He later became a political ally of former Ilocos Sur governor Luis “Chavit” Singson, alternating roles as congressman, governor, or vice governor of the province. He served as vice governor from 1988 to 1992 and again from 2010 to 2016, before being elected governor in 1992, 2001, and 2007. Savellano was the representative of the 1st District of Ilocos Sur from 2016 to 2022, and a deputy speaker of the 18th Congress.“This vision of a strong and economically robust Ilocos province was close to his heart, and he fought to make it a reality,” an“His commitment to uplifting the lives of farmers and promoting agricultural development has been a hallmark of his career,” read part of a DA statement.
“The DA and the nation recognize his invaluable contributions to public service, particularly in advancing agricultural programs that aimed to ensure food security and improve farmers’ livelihoods.” –
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