By Liezelle Soriano
MANILA — Palawan First District Representative Edgardo “Egay” Salvame passed away, House Speaker Martin Romualdez confirmed this on Wednesday (13 Mar 2024).
Romualdez said it was a “personal loss” and a huge loss to the community and described him as a true advocate for Palawan, a devoted public servant.
“His commitment, integrity, and ceaseless effort to advocate for his constituents have profoundly impacted all of us fortunate enough to have known and worked with him,” Romualdez said.
“His departure creates a significant gap in Congress, but even more so, it leaves a profound sense of loss within us. Egay was not just a colleague; he was a trusted companion and a source of inspiration, leaving behind a legacy of service that will be celebrated and remembered for years to come,” the House Speaker added.
The Salvame family also released a statement but did not state the cause of his death.
“Manong Egay lived a life of purpose and adventures. Sa maiksing panahon na siya’y ating naging Congressman, sinikap niyang gawin ang lahat ng kanyang makakaya upang magdala ng liwanag, tulong, pagbabago, pagmamahal at kalinga sa bawat isang Palawenyong kanyang sinumpaang tulungan. Siniguro niyang masimulan ang kanyang mga ipinangakong programa para sa bayan,” his family said.
Hinihiling ng pamilya ang inyong mga panalangin para sa mapayapang pamamahinga ng kaluluwa ng ating minamahal na Congressman,” the family added.
(el Amigo/MNM)