Tales of our legend

Tales of our legend

The roots of the Relampagos Clan, as told by our older folks, originated in Canmanoc, Loon, Bohol.

Canmanoc is one whole mountain barangay with majestic view that acts seemingly as an eternal sentinel to the town of Loon. Where our forefathers came from and why they choose to live there is everybody's guess.

As recorded by our family historians, Marcos (the first recorded Relampagos) married Dionesia Supremo of Loon town proper and was blessed with eight children. Our Lolo Dangkoy (Fabiano) was the eldest son of Victorio (Itod), oldest child of Marcos and Dionesia. among the children, Lolo Dangkoy choose to settle in Lawis, Catagbacan, a fishing barangay 7 kilometres from Loon town proper.

Lolo Dangkoy married twice but only little is known of his first wife except that they had a daughter named Segunda. Lola Ingka (Marcosa), his second wife, outlived Lolo Dangkoy (who died in 1937) by 25 wonderful years.

Accordingly, Lolo Dangkoy started as a menial farmer to feed their eleven children. He indulged in fishing to augment what little income he got from agriculture.

Lolo Dangkoy was a persistent worker as he had so many plans for the future of his children.

Eventually, his labor and diligence paid off. With the able support of Lola Ingka, they were able to improve their lot, build a modest house and banca for their trading business.

Lolo Dangkoy and Lola Ingka valued education more while others seem to ignore it. In fact, even in their times of need, they were able to send four of their younger siblings to school. A gamble only a dared to risk. Because of their sacrifices and dedication, their children did not fail them and went on to fulfill their treasured dreams.

Contributed by Polly R. Guballa
(A reprint from the 1996 FRClan Souvenir Program)


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