AT A GLANCE
"We are forever grateful, Atty. Jake. Rest in peace, Kapamilya!"
Another official of ABS-CBN has passed away.
War veteran and former ABS-CBN vice chairman Atty. Jake Almeda Lopez has died. He was 95.
Lopez passed away on Feb. 3, the same day ABS-CBN executive Deo Endrinal died.
ABS-CBN has issued a statement on the passing of Lopez:
"ABS-CBN mourned the loss of our esteemed Vice Chairman and pillar, Atty. Jake Almeda Lopez. A decorated war veteran, he dedicated many years to building and rebuilding ABS-CBN alongside our founder, Kapitan Geny Lopez, who described him as the "soul" of our organization.
"His life was a testament to service, both on the battlefield and as a Kapamilya leader, serving his country and contributing greatly to ABS-CBN's success. As we bid farewell to one of our pioneers, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult time.
We are forever grateful, Atty. Jake. Rest in peace, Kapamilya!"
