Jaclyn Jose’s urn; Andi Eigenmann and Philmar Alipayo. Image: Instagram/@andieigengirl, @chepoxz
Although currently away from each other, Andi Eigenmann has nothing but gratitude for her partner Philmar Alipayo for being their family’s support system amid her mom Jaclyn Jose’s death.
Alipayo has been staying with their children Lilo and Koa while Eigenmann is away, apparently taking care of matters regarding Jose’s death.
In an Instagram post on Wednesday, March 13, Alipayo showed Lilo joining him in doing stretching exercises. Koa, meanwhile, was playing while watching the two.
“Morning routine with my labs,” the celebrity surfer captioned his post.
Eigenmann then expressed her longing for her family, writing in the comments section: “Soon I get to join you guys again.”
“Thanks for being our support system during this time,” she addressed Alipayo.
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Netizens admired the father and daughters’ bond, also praising Alipayo for being a good father to his children.
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Jose died of a heart attack on March 2 at the age of 60, as confirmed by Eigenmann in a press conference. The award-winning actress was brought to her final resting place last March 10.
Alipayo earlier shared the last message he received from Jose, which was a wish for the former to take care of her daughter Eigenmann and the late actress’ grandchildren.
“Alam mo? Mahal kita, Philmar, you are the father of my apos. Maraming salamat,” Jose’s message read. (You know what? I love you, Philmar. You are the father of my grandchildren. Thank you very much.)