*Born in Bambang, Pasig MM (former Rizal) Philippines
*Graduated Salutatorian at Colegio del Buen Consejo
*Graduated with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Education at Arellano University and University of the Philippines
*Worked as a Public School Teacher at Rizal High School, Pasig
*Promoted as Department Head in Science, Rizal High School
*Teacher of the Year, 1985 Manila, Philippines
*Married to Jose Vina Jaro on July 4, 1949
*Retired as a Public School Teacher, 1986 and subsequently migrated to San Diego, CA USA in August 1986
*Became a US Citizen after 5 years
*Visited relatives and toured various places in the US
*A devout Catholic, member of various prayer groups, a devotee of Santo Nino, Our Lady of Sorrow and Mama Mary
*Role model to her growing grandchildren
*A well-loved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and sister