The funeral Mass for 18-year-old Rene Clert Baterbonia, a promising basketball player from Ateneo, is being held today, June 24, at the Talacogon Municipal Gymnasium in Agusan del Sur.
This Mass marks a poignant moment for the local community, as Baterbonia will be the first to be interred at the newly established Talacogon Municipal Memorial Park.
Baterbonia's wake has been ongoing at the same venue since June 16, following the return of his remains from Ateneo de Davao University.
Rene's passing has left a profound impact on everyone who knew him, and today we come together to celebrate his life.
Local Community Leader
On June 8, Baterbonia tragically drowned during a team-building event for the Ateneo de Manila University men’s basketball team in Aurora.
The loss of such a young talent has resonated deeply in the hearts of those in the basketball community and beyond, prompting an outpouring of condolences and tributes.