Mildren Guzman Bigornia

Mildren Guzman Bigornia, 96, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, in Palm Bay, Florida surrounded by the love of her family. Born on February 8, 1929 in Dolores, Abra, Philippines, she was the youngest of 4 children of Fortunata Quintinita and Melecio Guzman. She was predeceased by her parents and three older siblings; Lydia Q. Guzman-Pichay, Manuel Q. Guzman, and Rodrigo Q. Guzman. She lived a life defined by devotion to her family, her faith, her students, and the many people whose lives she touched with her kindness.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 76 years, Agustin B. Bigornia; their nine

children—five sons and four daughters; 21 grandchildren; and 9 great grandchildren.

Children:

Conrad (Cencie) of Ewing, NJ

Perla Robinson of Palm Bay, FL

Rosella Kleman (Keith) of Palm Bay, FL

Rudy (Rica) of Hollis, NY

Agustin Jr. (Olga) of Lake Grove, NY

Edgar (Siobhan) of Manasquan, NJ

Zosimo of Hartsdale, NY

Gemma Redline (Kirk) of Mira Loma, CA

Luna Shubin (Lou) of Newbury Park, CA

Mildren earned her Bachelor of Science in Education at Far Eastern University in Manila,

Philippines and dedicated the early part of her life to teaching elementary school in the Abra

school districts. In February 1969, she immigrated to the United States of America, beginning a

new chapter of opportunity and sacrifice for her growing family. She lived in New York City for

21 years, working for Metropolitan Life until her retirement in 1988. After retiring, she and her

beloved husband made their home in Palm Bay, Florida, where they spent their later years

together.

A woman of warmth and quiet strength, Mildren found joy in life’s simple but meaningful

pleasures—singing, dancing, caring for children, and tending to her garden. Her nurturing spirit

and gentle presence made every home she entered feel brighter and every person she met feel

seen.

Her legacy lives on in the generations she raised, guided, and inspired. Mildren’s life was a testament to resilience, love, and unwavering dedication to family. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Funeral & Celebration of Life will be done a later date (TBD) at Fountainhead Memorial Funeral Home, 7359 Babcock Street SE, Palm Bay, FL, 32909