Milagros was born in Dagupan City, Philippines on January 4, 1935. Her parents were Emilia Claveria (Deceased) and Victor Manipud (Deceased). Her brothers were: Godofredo (Deceased) and Benjamin (Deceased) and one sister: Perserveranda “Persie” Nolan.
After knowing each other for three weeks she married the love of her life, Benito Catubig Acasio. Ben and Millie had four children and enjoyed 56 years of marriage - until Ben’s passing in 2012. They validated that “unconditional love” does exist.
Millie obtained her Bachelors of Science in Education in the Philippines, earned her certification in Headstart Teaching from San Diego State University and acquired her credential for Gerontology at the University of California.
Millie began her career as a teacher at the Neighborhood House Association. She enjoyed teaching the little ones known as “tiny tots”.
Millie spent 35 years working with the City of San Diego. She began her career, in the Parks and Recreation Department, as a Recreation Specialist in 1972. She was in charge of Southcrest Memorial, Paradise Hills, Logan and San Ysidro Senior Centers. She was also one of the persons responsible for spearheading the building of the Mira Mesa Community Center.
Millie then transferred from the Parks and Recreation Department into the Senior Services Department. At Senior Services, she developed and created TAP (Telephone-A Friend) to check on home bound seniors. Under Millie's supervision a pilot program named “Meals on Wheels” was developed and started, a service which provides meals to the sick, disabled and senior citizens. This organization continues to be in existence. Millie initiated many ongoing events such as the Senior Talent Show, the Senior Art Show, and the Craft and Hobby Show. She planned many senior activities, dances, and trips out of town. Millie oversaw over 75 volunteers who assisted the Senior Services Office in downtown San Diego.
Millie was involved with The Dagupan City Club of San Diego (DCCSD) and The Red Hat Society. The DCCSD gave her the opportunity to share her Filipino culture and traditions with her family and town mates. Her involvement in The Red Hat Society allowed her to have fun and perform community service work with the many friends she made while working at Senior Services.
After her retirement she continued to volunteer at the Salvation Army, Registrar of Voters, and she taught arts and crafts at the Senior Center in Balboa Park.
Though Millie devoted much time to various organizations, her family was her number one priority. She was a very loving and devoted mother and grandmother. She never boasted about her own accomplishments, however she took great pride in sharing the achievements of her children and their family members. She is survived by her children: Sammy, Benito Jr. (Robin), Michael (Raquel) and Melyn (Ariel). Her Grandchildren: Taressa, Sammy Jr., Alethea, Lillea, Tristyn, Rachael, Michael Jr., Jessica (Alfred) and Jenna. Her Great Grandchildren: Sammy Thomas, Brooklyn and Jiselle.
Milagros now rests eternally in Heaven and is reunited with her husband.
A visitation & celebration of life service for "Millie" will be held Tuesday, January 22, 2019 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Funeraria del Angel Chula Vista, 753 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA 91910. A funeral mass will occur Wednesday, January 23, 2019 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at St. Jude Shrine of the West, 1129 S. 38th Street, San Diego, CA 92113. A burial will occur Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 1:30 PM at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 NOBEL DR, SAN DIEGO, California 92122-5337
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.humphreymortuary.com for the Acasio family.
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