​​Tribute to
KEVIN LACANLALE
"Live as if you were to die tomorrow
​Learn as if you were to live forever"
-Mahatma Gandhi
Memories and condolences
The following are excerpts from the Dignity Memorial Guest Book, sympathy cards and letters written for Kevin:
March 21, 2012
A true impact to all of CK high and anyone who's known him. It broke my heart completely hearing the loss. I've been pondering on this thought for days, because the news definitely left a spot in my heart. He had great opportunities coming his way and lived a life he did not waste. Kevin had big dreams and the true talent to achieve them. It hurts to know he's gone from earth but to be in the arms of our God, seeing the Lord face to face, I know Kevin's safe. Scars will be left in the hearts of us on earth, but Kevin, you were a great person and I hope to see you again one day in heaven. Your family and close friends are in my prayers, your legacy will never be forgotten...ever. Rest in Peace.​
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~ Gel Masikat, Silverdale, Washington​
March 19, 2012

We got to be really good friends, he made me laugh so much, and was so awkward, funny, and kind at the same time. He had everything going for him and was going to help so many people with his incredible talent. He taught me to take a chance, because life is incredible. When we were 15 I tried to ask him to a dance, but I chickened out and probably embarrassed myself more by running away. A lesser person wouldn't have been as kind as Kevin was afterwards. We grew to be even better friends. In my senior year book Kevin wrote to me: "I remember in the ninth grade...I would have said yes if you didn't run away. you ran too fast..."don't lose your spunk, I like it..." Kevin has taught me to never run away and to always be grateful for this life. He will be missed.
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~ Cookie Trout, Silverdale, Washington​​
March 22, 2012
Kevin...we will missed you...but you will never be forgotten..you will always be in our heart...your Mom proudly talks about you...how proud she is.. your kindness as a person..the shy personality...being athletic, how good you play the piano w/ your Mom's favorite song. and all the accomplishments in school...your 4.0 grades,and being a salututorian in CK highschool.College came..you were awarded the Bill Gates Mellineum Scholarship...where only the brightest of them all is awarded...w/ all this accomplishment i feel proud that you are my nephew...We are heartbroken you are not w/ us anymore...but there is always a reason why things happened...and only the Lord knows...Our condolence and sympathy to your family....May you rest in Peace....We love you Kevin ....Tita Susan and Tito Gene​
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~ Susan Perez, Seattle, Washington​
March 25, 2012
Today was one of the hardest things to see/do but i know you've heard what I had to say during your service today. you were a great gift from god, and you will always be remembered as the perfect person and hero you were. Kevin, you will truly be missed and never forgotten,you were the sweetest guy out there, kind hearted,and was always just you. you told me to just believe and i can do anything i want to do, you told me to just believe and i can be smart too, you told me to just believe in my self and tell myself i can do it . you always just told me to believe and thats exactly what im going to do. You are someone i look up to and i will always look up to you. My dear close friend,Rest In Peace. I miss you & Love you so much kevin.
My deepest condolences to your family, who showed such admirable strength.God Bless you all.​
~ Dianne Hiquiana, Silverdale, Washington
April 12, 2012
i wish i couldve told you, instead of leaving it unsaid..you are my hero and my inspiration. Although its sad to say your gone, you will never be forgotten. You will always be in everyones hearts and minds. Rest in Peace my friend..​
~ Angelica Limon, Oxnard, California
March 20, 2012
When God said "Come to me Kevin".. with tearful eyes we could only watched you as you pass away.we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. ...from LACANLALE FAMILY (Obet, Dang, Marco Angelo, Gabriel)​
~ Robert Lacanlale, Quezon City
March 21, 2012
Kevin, you were a great friend. I truly enjoyed all of the joyous moments that I had the honor of sharing with you. And I wish we could've had more time together. You will be missed forever. Rest in peace.
My deepest condolences to the Lacanlale family.
~ Maridette Cunanan, Bremerton, Washington
March 22, 2012
Kevin, even though we had only known each other for a little over a year, the time we spent together was truly a blessing. Thank you for being a great friend. I will always miss you. You were loved by all.
My condolences to the Lacanlale family.​
~ Samantha Monteagudo, Silverdale, Washington
March 20, 2012
Kevin's family is full of life and care for one another - a family worth having! For a short period of his life, Kevin made an impact to all of us...including those he saved before God took him. Kevin proved that nothing is impossible if we put our mind into our goals - a rare Bill Gates Award is a proof of it.
Kevin is a son, a friend, a mentor, and a Christian worth having to be around with. The wound will never heal, but Kevin's memories and achievements will help us to be a better person.​
~ Kuya Leigh Calanglang, Stockton, California
March 22, 2012
Kevin.... I remember taking you home your first visit here to SpL...and calling you "Kevin" from the movie UP. =*) You always had a smile on your face. I will never forget that. You will be missed by all, but never forgotten. You're an awesome person and I'm glad that I was able to have that chance to get to know you. We'll see each other again.=)​
~ Joanne Acosta, San Pablo, California
June 22, 2012
Kevin and I were roommates back in time when we took summer courses in UC Berkeley at the year of 2010. He was a friendly, considerate and sociable person. We talked about our views on different subjects and our future plan, especially his dedication to become a doctor. We kept in contact afterwards.
We met again in UC Berkeley after a year. We had dinner together at the end of semester and talked about our second time in UC Berkeley and our feelings. It was great to meet a old friend in the same place. And shared how fruitful his freshmen life was.
I tried to have some gathering with him after his birthday but due to busy workload I didn't make it. At that moment I didn't realize I lost the last chance to see him again.
I just realized the shocked and saddening news after such a long time. I feel sorry for not caring enough about my friend.
Kevin, may you rest in peace in heaven.​
~ Ken Wong, Berkeley, California
​April 14, 2012
I'm so glad we had the chance to spend the first months of our freshman year together. You were a dear friend and continue to inspire me to enjoy life's opportunities and value our friendships...My deepest condolences to the Lacanlale family.​
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~ Mansie Cheung, Berkeley, California​
March 20, 2012
We will forever miss you, Brother... But we are so proud that you have reached your perfection that its time to go back to be with our Almighty Father. Your journey will always be a great inspiration to many children as well as parents. We will see each other in that promised land. RIP.​
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~ Nebres and Cabahug Family, Bremerton, Washington​
March 20, 2012
Kevin, you will be truly missed forever. I know we were not very close, but the times we did share were amazing and I will miss your beautiful smile. May you rest in peace for eternity and may God be with you and your family!

​Jasmine Twymon ( Silverdale, WA).
March 20, 2012
Kevin, we will dearly miss you. Rest in peace, Brother.
To the Lacanlale Family, our deepest condolences. We hope that the loving, happy memories you have with Kevin will give you comfort and strength at these sad times.
~Shaun, Fe, Katalia and Connor Lane. (Bremerton, WA)​
~ Fe Lane, Bremerton, Washington
March 20, 2012
One awful moment can take away a life, but never what that life meant.
My deepest condolences to Kevin's family on your loss of this outstanding young man.
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~ Fionna Ingram, Bremerton, Washington.
March 20, 2012

Your memories will never leave us...You are always in our hearts and will be in our hearts forever.​
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Love from Auntie Celia/Uncle Romy Trinidad- San Diego California
March 21, 2012
My condolences to the Lacanlale family. Kevin is a real hero, he's one in a million real life hero, who stepped and walked on this earth, who offered his own life for the sake of others. He's an angel. Kevin, you will be missed and I am sure you will be going right straight to heaven. Rest in peace.​
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~ Leizl Siverson, Mill Creek, Washington​
March 21, 2012
We know for certain that we never lose you KEVIN even to death...We find comfort knowing that you are now in good hands of GOD..Remembering you in our mind and our hearts....Macavinta Feghali family​
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~ eda feghali, muscat oman​
March 20, 2012
I wish we could have spent time to know each other and be with each other as a family. - Jayme Casidsid - Diaz and the rest of the Casidsid Family
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~ Jayme Diaz, Manila​
March 19, 2012
Never forgotten... Forever missed. Love, The Macadangdang Mones Family​
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~ Marizze Macadangdang, Las Vegas, Nevada​
March 20, 2012
Such an Angel from Heaven...you made your family, relatives, and friends proud. We are honored to be called "relatives" of Kevin Lacanlale.
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~ Calanglang Family, Stockton, California​
March 20, 2012
On behalf of the Locale Of Okinawa, Japan & CFO (Bro. Daryl is the Kadiwa President of the Locale)
Our deepest sympathy & condelences to the Lacanlale family. We had the pleasure of meeting Bro. Kevin when he visited us here a few months ago. He actually had his appendix burst and had surgery here the last few weeks on his vacation. He was a nice, respectful and talented young man. His Kuya Daryl was and still is proud of him & accomplishments. We hate to see a life taken so soon but we know our almighty Father has called Bro. Kevin to rest and will be one of the choosen ones to rise first when our Lord comes again. May God grant you comfort in your time of grieving. God Blees you all. -Sis. Ann & Bro. Marvin Abuan (CFO President Locale Of Okinawa, Japan)
~ Ann Abuan, Okinawa
March 23, 2012
I will miss Kevin's bright smile - no matter what, he always seemed a happy person.
My deepest sympathies and condolences to his family. He will be missed.​
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~ Heather Burgess, Silverdale, Washington​
March 23, 2012
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Kevin, you're gone too soon. Even though we did not really talk much, I'm glad we were able to meet up and talk. I was always looking forward to race you in track because I wanted so see your speed. You had a bright future ahead of you. Rest In Peace Kevin and my prayers go to the Lacanlale family.
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~ Paolo De Guzman, Silverdale, Washington​
March 20, 2012
From the Garcia clan of Guadalupe, Salida and Toronto (Calanglang, Garcia, Malaca and Agapito)
His life was like a brief candle but one that really shone very brightly....we feel his lost..Our minds, hearts and souls share your grief and bereavement for Kevin's lost, our deep condolences..
With much Love from all of us.​
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~ Gilda MALACA, SALIDA, California​
April 04, 2012
Kevin, we will keep you in our prayers. You are a hero and inspiration to everyone. Thank you for the putting friends first and your great contribution to the world. We will all miss you!
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~ John Sampang, Oxnard, California.
March 20, 2012
Death is but a slumber........till we meet again Bro.Kevin.From Lapat Family,Bremerton,Wa (Nelson,Joy,Jonelle ,Jayson & Lola Josie)​
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~ Joy Lapat, Bremerton, Washington​
March 22, 2012
Keep watch over us all,
Until we meet in Heaven someday.​
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~ Aimee Kris Lacanlale, Philippines