Peregrina Plazos Bongocan Obituary (1950

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Peregrina Plazos Bongocan, who peacefully entered eternal rest on August 22, 2025, at NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst. She was 75 years old. Born on May 15, 1950, in Loon, Bohol, Philippines, Peregrina was the beloved daughter of the late Roque Plazos and Cesaria Esperanza. She was married to Romulo A. Bongocan, with whom she shared a life rooted in love, faith, and family. Before immigrating to the United States, she served as life insurance manager in the Philippines. Peregrina worked as a Home Health Aide in New York before her retirement, dedicating her life to the service of others. A devout Catholic and active community member, she was involved in numerous organizations, including the CDO Misamis Oriental Association of New York, Association of Bukidnons in America, Couples for Christ (CFC) with Handmaids of the Lord, Sto, Nino Devotion Group, San Sebatian Church, Woodside, Ang Buhing Pulong Community and Majestic Senior Center in Woodside. She was also the National Marketing Director of Lifestyles International New York started from September 2020. She immigrated to the United States 25 years ago, building a new life while staying deeply connected to her Filipino heritage and values. Peregrina is survived by her loving husband Romulo, her devoted children Ronnie Bongocan and Dennis Bongocan, and her cherished grandchildren: Carlos Bongocan, Alyssa Claire Bongocan, Louisse Peregrine Bongocan, and Carlo Antonio Bongocan. She is also survived by her sibling Federico Plazos, Antonia Serojales, Catalina Roslinda, Leose Calulo, Gualberto Plazos and Elvira Cabanelez. She is preceded in death by her son, Andrew Bongocan. Peregrina will be remembered for her compassion, faith, warmth, and enduring love for her family and community. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 31, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at N F Walker of Queens Funeral Home - 8734 80th Street, Queens, NY. Additional funeral service will take place in Cagayan de Oro City, Philiipines. Interment will be at Pryce Gardens, Lumbia, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines at a later date.