Asuncion P. Bulaon

“Anything is possible.” That is what Asuncion P. Bulaon believed about life. She was a creative woman, a perpetual inventor, who seemed to be able to find a solution for any difficulty confronting her. She had faith in her ability to find those solutions. Asuncion thoroughly enjoyed understanding how things worked. She possessed an inquisitive, confident, and rational nature matched with a versatile and agile mind. Asuncion was a person who believed that she could achieve whatever she set out to do.

Her parents were Teodoro Bulaon, Victoria Policarpio. Asuncion was raised in Quezon City. She showed her ingenuity even as a child. When she was confronted with a problem, Asuncion could develop an imaginative solution, and she derived satisfaction from knowing she had that ability.

This same talent for finding solutions had a positive bearing on Asuncion's family relationships. Asuncion was raised with 10 Siblings. She had 5 Brothers and 4 Sisters. When a difficult situation or dilemma arose within the family, Asuncion was always there to help figure out a solution for making things work.

Because she was a quick thinker and adept at picking up on new things, Asuncion performed well in college. She was always on a quest for knowledge and she relished the experience. Theories intrigued her, and she was good at solving complex problems. She always wanted to understand rather than judge. She earned her Business Administration.

Asuncion was socially resourceful, an expressive person who was willing to try new things. These qualities drew a lively circle of friends around her. Always interested in her friends’ activities and interests, Asuncion was uncritical of her acquaintances. She was sought after by people who recognized that she was generous with her time and energy, and these same friends found Asuncion to be very stimulating company. Asuncion's humor and curiosity were contagious for those around her. Later in life, she became friends with Rorie Rebortira, Ligaya Duran, and Ludy Angeles.

Asuncion's remarkable talent for being inventive influenced her relationship with her children. She would create original, clever and fun games for her kids and had a knack for finding ways to make everyday events, even chores, enjoyable to them. Asuncion was blessed with one child, Jessica Julia (JJ). They were also blessed with 2 grandchildren, Jason and Jenelle. Someone who was quick to laugh, Asuncion found it easy to spend lots of time with child, but she was never overbearing or guilty of pushing herself on them.

As a born inventor, Asuncion was definitely in her element in her work place. She could easily create new and innovative systems, and incorporate those changes to bring a fresh approach to any work situation. Asuncion was a focused worker with a strong drive for achievement. She could assess all of the options before her and, using her analytical skills, could comfortably find answers that no one else had even considered. Her personal initiative inspired those around her. Asuncion was always good at getting a project started and then, at the appropriate time, handing it on to a colleague. Her primary occupation was a Teller. Asuncion always made an effort to be a team player, doing what needed was necessary in order to get the job done.

Asuncion's passion for finding a better way to do things was often an end in itself for her. In fact, that interest by itself became something of a hobby for this perpetual problem solver. Since Asuncion was always searching for new and unusual activities, she developed many interests and leisure pursuits. Some of the things she became an “expert” in might come as a surprise to those who knew her, but most friends and family understood that Asuncion simply couldn’t be limited to just a few activities or ideas. Her favorite pursuits were dancing, singing, casino, and mahjong.

Asuncion was a lover of animals and cherished her pets. One of Asuncion's favorites was Cinnamon, a chihuahua and Lucky, a Lhasa apso. They were best friends for 14 yrs.

Even while in retirement, Asuncion never stopped exercising her inventive talents, and this new phase of her life provided new opportunities for stimulating her interests. In 1987, she retired in San Francisco at Wells Fargo Bank. Even in retirement, Asuncion continued to stay in touch with her old friends and while making plenty of new acquaintances. She was active in the community and felt fulfilled.

Asuncion passed away on October 23, 2016 at Reo Vista Healthcare Center. She is survived by Jessica, daughter, Jason and Jenelle, granchildren. Services were held at Glen Abbey, The Chapel of Roses.

During her lifetime, nothing appeared impossible to Asuncion. She met the words “it can’t be done” with the enthusiastic challenge of a “wanna bet” attitude. Asuncion was able to recognize the possibilities a new idea held, even when those around her could not. For Asuncion, the traditional way of doing things fell short of her expectations, especially if there were original and untested methods for handling a challenge. For Asuncion P. Bulaon, the fun of living her life could be found in the challenge.