DepEd statement on the passing of DILG Sec. Jesse Robredo

Deped Sec. Armin Luistro: We in the cabinet mourn Sec. Jesse's passing as an icon of good governance and faithful stewardship. As a fellow Lasallian, I mourn an outstanding alumnus who has been a example of what it means to use one's gifts for service. As a Filipino, I am urged by Sec Jesse Robredo's legacy to continue to believe that there are good men and women who are willing to sacrifice and give their lives for the sake of our nation.

Isabuhay natin ang sinimulan ni Jesse!

With deepest sympathy, the DepEd family joins the nation in mourning the passing of untiring public servant DILG Secretary Jesse Robredo. We would also like to express our deepest condolences to the families of his companions, Capts. Jessup Bahinting and Kshitiz Chand.

We stand in solidarity with their families and friends at this very difficult time of their lives.