| About Valentin-Jacoba Roa Clan
Our great man was a Chinese national from China, who came to the Philippines in 19th century. His surname was originally Lao, but for some reason, he was baptized Valentin Roa. Later in his life, after his first wife died, he married our beloved great grandmother (or great, great grandmother to some). The great lady was named Jacoba Tuquib from Bohol. They settled in Cabulijan, Tubigon, Bohol and during their union bore 8 beautiful children, who later turned to be our grandmothers. It is important to know our history, because it is hard to trace our ancestors since Valentin's children were all girls who each got married and dropped the surname Roa in favor of their spouses' surnames. Ironic that this clan is called Roa clan, when none of us carry the surname anymore. But it is soooo good to belong to this clan where all the fun loving people share the same history and the future to come. See you all guys in 2015. |
Valentin-Jacoba Roa Clan
