Corazon was born on June 24, 1937 in Asingan, Pangasinan, Philippines. She attended Rizal Academy and earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from the Philippine Women’s University (PWU). Corazon taught at St. Paul’s High School before returning to the Philippine Women’s University as a professor. After immigrating to the United States, Corazon spent many years working with various social service groups within the community including San Diego County’s Aging & Independence Services. She was a long-time manager for the nutrition program at the Samahan Senior Center and held leadership roles within local organizations including the Filipino American Women’s Club and the Asingan Association of San Diego County.
Corazon was preceded in death by her parents Higino and Teodora Badua, and her husband Rustico D. Balat. She is survived by her daughter Catherine De Leon, granddaughters Sophia and Chloe, son-in-law Jason, siblings Victoria Lagula, Lito Badua, and Planeta Canaveral, along with many nieces and nephews.
A visitation for Corazon will be held Wednesday, February 7, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Glen Abbey Memorial Park and Mortuary, 3838 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902. A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, February 8, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Corpus Christi Parish, 450 Corral Canyon Road, Bonita, CA 91902. A committal service will occur Thursday, February 8, 2024 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM, 3838 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902.
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