Marcelina M Fields

July 17, 1920 - June 25, 2020

Obituary

Marcelina M. Fields, 99, of Des Moines, Washington passed away Thursday, June 25, 2020, at the Wesley Homes Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She would have been 100 years old short twenty-two days. She was born July 17, 1920, the daughter of Mauricio and Filomena (Caoili) Magpale and widower of William L. Fields. 

Marcelina was a business woman, beautician, and owner of Mademoiselle Beauty Parlor and Gigi Sari-Sari Store and Restaurant. Her other businesses include rental properties and fishing boats. She loved hosting parties, taking family picnics, swimming, dancing and singing. She was always there for her family and friends. She devoted her life raising her two granddaughters. 

In February 1984, Marcelina arrived to Seattle, Washington with one of her granddaughters to reunite with her only daughter and three granddaughters. She was so happy our family was together again. She made every moment count and lived her life to the fullest.

Marcelina was the matriarch of the family, survived by her sisters, Fely Roberts and Melchora Gesmundo and brother, Bergonio Magpale. Leaving behind her daughter, Estelita Hanberg; her seven grandchildren, Machell and Rufo Ballena; Gretel and Oscar Patoc; MaryAnn and Neil Johnson; and Lisa Morgan. She also left behind eleven great grandchildren, Timothy, Victoria, Veronica, Valarie Ballena; Jeremy and Cara Patoc; Rendi and Jadyn Johnson; Steven and Sarah Fajarillo; and Tyler Morgan and two great grandchildren, Leah Ballena and Lincoln Ozuna. She was preceded in death by her great-grandson, Kevin Patoc. 

The funeral service for Marcelina will be held on Friday, July 3rd at noon at Bonney Watson Funeral Home in SeaTac, WA. Viewing hours are Thursday, July 2nd from 4:00-8:00 PM and Friday, July 3rd from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. 

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Victoria M Ballena
Victoria M Ballena
4 years ago

You were the best Lola in the world, now you’re the best Lola in Heaven and I’m going to miss you so much. Thank you for taking care of us, teaching us, guiding us, and loving us. I will forever cherish the memories I have with you. I love you very very very much, until we meet again, Lola ❤️

Love,
Victoria Marcelina

Machell Ballena
Machell Ballena
4 years ago

We miss you so much mommy, Thank you for the unconditional love you’ve given our family, we love you so much. This is a very sad world because you’re not here, we will cherish all the wonderful and happy memories you left behind. You will always be in our hearts.

We love you so much,
Machell, Rufo, Timothy, Victoria, Veronica, Valarie and Leah

Gretel Patoc
Gretel Patoc
4 years ago

To my beloved mommy/grandma, Thank you so much for raising me, for loving me unconditionally and for giving me a shoulder to cry on when I lost my son (Kevin). I love you with all my heart. I will miss you very much.
Love always
Gigi

Rudy / Jerilyn
Rudy / Jerilyn
4 years ago

Our deepest condolences to the family. Prayers to all of you as you go through this time. Know that she was loved by everyone she met. We will never forget her infectious laughter and beautiful smile.

Love Rudy, Jerilyn and the rest of the family

Estrella
Estrella
4 years ago

Our hearts and prayers go out to the family. Lola was one of the kind, she was beautiful! Her love was strong, pure, and unconditional. Her words of wisdom, kindness, and love will be us forever.
It is a heartfelt time for all of us because of her passing. But knowing that God has called her to be with Him in His Kingdom gives us strength & peace.
Rest In Peace, Lola. We love you!
“Psalm23:4 Eventhough I walk through the darkest valley, I feel no evil for you are with me..

Love, Estrella, Manny, Nikolas, Noah, & EJ

Estrella B. Ovena & family

Andrea Guillermo-McLellan
Andrea Guillermo-McLellan
4 years ago

Mommy Sally was loving, caring and protecting. She always welcomed visitors to her house. She always helped family and friends, emotionally and financially. I’ve known her since 1968 when we lived in Kalaclan. I know she is in a better place and she will always be in my heart.

Valarie Ballena
Valarie Ballena
4 years ago

I love you Lola. Thank you for being the most kind, most caring and most funniest soul. You did everything for us and I will forever cherish our memories. Thank you for sharing a room with me and crying when I cried. Thank you for being the best Lola. I will miss your bright smile and your laugh. Life isn’t the same without you, I miss you so much. You’ve always been so close to my heart. This not good bye, I’ll see you later.

Love,
Valarie Ballena

Lisa Morgan
Lisa Morgan
4 years ago

To our dearest Lola, you were such a wonderful grandma to me and my kids Steven and Tyler. We remember your beautiful smile that always lite up the room and your great sence of humor that made us laugh. You were always sweet, loving and kind to everyone. God Bless your soul in heaven. We will always and forever keep you in our hearts and in our minds.
We miss and love you very much!
❤Lisa, Steven and Tyler

Estelita Hanberg
Estelita Hanberg
4 years ago

Mom, i love you. I wish you were here with us so we can all laugh together again. Thank you for everything mom i will never forget you and we will be together again someday. I love you and will miss you everyday
Your loving daughter, Baby

luisa
luisa
4 years ago

Mare Sally now you have left me .things are not the same anymore . you have a full life in you my very best bestie mare kevin patoc ,my nanay tatay abel and my sister will meet you in the pearly gate of heaven will see you there . but not too soon . our good tmes the singing, [ DAHI SA IYO ] dancing ]laughing ending both of us with a teary eyes, i love you and will miss you mare you are always in here in my our heart . luisa and my family