Celebrating Excellence: The Rotary Outstanding Surigaonon Awards (ROSA)

Honoring Surigao’s Finest Achievers

The Rotary Outstanding Surigaonon Awards (ROSA) is a prestigious recognition program that celebrates the remarkable contributions of individuals and institutions from Surigao. Organized by the Rotary Club, this award highlights excellence across various fields—from public service and education to business, medicine, and the arts.

Since its inception in 1986, ROSA has honored hundreds of outstanding Surigaonons who have made a lasting impact on their communities and beyond. Each awardee represents the best of Surigao’s talent, dedication, and service.

A Legacy of Excellence

ROSA recognizes achievements in diverse categories, including:

• Government & Public Service – Leaders who have shaped policies and governance.

• Education & Science – Educators, researchers, and innovators driving progress.

• Medicine & Health – Healthcare professionals saving lives and improving well-being.

• Business & Industry – Entrepreneurs and executives boosting the local economy.

• Arts & Culture – Artists, musicians, and writers preserving Surigao’s heritage.

• Sports & Youth Development – Athletes and mentors inspiring the next generation.

• Institutional Contributions – Organizations making a difference in society.

Notable Awardees Through the Years

Over the decades, ROSA has honored distinguished personalities such as:

• FIDE Master Vince Alsan (1986) – A chess prodigy who brought pride to Surigao in sports.

• Atty. Rebecca C. Chato (2015) – A champion of labor rights and government service.

• Dr. Amado M. Layno Jr. (2017) – A pioneering neurosurgeon advancing medical science.

Institutions like San Nicolas College, Surigao State College of Technology, and the Surigao Heritage Center have also been recognized for their contributions to education and culture.

Why ROSA Matters

ROSA is more than just an award—it is a celebration of Surigao’s spirit of excellence. By honoring these achievers, the Rotary Club inspires future generations to strive for greatness and contribute meaningfully to society.

Each year, new awardees join this esteemed list, continuing the tradition of recognizing Surigao’s best and brightest.

Join the Celebration

If you know an outstanding Surigaonon who deserves recognition, stay tuned for nomination announcements from the Rotary Club. Let’s continue to celebrate the people and institutions that make Surigao proud!

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1986

Surigao Consolidated Mining Co., Inc.- Community

Service

Sister Rosemarie Lucero- Social Worker

FIDE Master Vince Alaan - Youth (Sports)

Surigao Filipino- Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry – Institution

1987

Fr. Venancio Portillo, MSC - Religion

Mrs. Fanny Cortes Garcia - Industry

Mr. Leon Danaque - Business

Dr. Primitivo Cal - Education

Amb. Rafael Seguis - Foreign Service

1989

Asst. Sec. of Justice Cleto Senoren – Public Service

RTC Judge Senen C. Penaranda - Judiciary

Engr. Leonardo O. Kang - Agri-Business

Mr. Perfecto P. Ganhinhin - Music

Ms. Lilia R. Castro - Humanitarian Service

 Lt. Col. Robert Z. Barbers - Law Enforcement

1990

Mrs. Aida Alvarez - Business

Mr. Yuanario Yamson - Science and Technology

Mr. Ronnie Aloc - Agriculture

Engr. Iniego Diez - Engineering

Dr. Lydia M. Egay - Medicine

Surigao Retirees Assoc., Inc.- Institution

1991

Hon. Constantino C. Navarro Sr. – Government Service

Ms. Amuerfina Dumlao Santos - Advanced Science

Dr. Elvira A. Egay - Education

Mr. Jose L. Cortes Jr. - Business

Ms. Remy Boquiren Concepcion - Fine Arts

Mr. Zandro P. Limpot - Sports

1995

Mr. Fernando A. Almeda Jr. - History

Dr. Sol F. Matugas - Education

Ms. Ann Tuikinhoy Pamintuan - Fine Art

1996

Mr. Florido P. Casuela - Commerce & Industry

Atty. Wilfredo Chato - Law

Engr. Roberto A. Lozada - Engineering

Joel L. Sembrano - Canine Sports & Animal Husbandry

San Nicolas College - Institution & Education

1997

Judge Diomedes M. Eviota - Judiciary

Amb. Rora Navarro Tolentino - Govt - Foreign Service

Mr. Emmanuel M. Reliquete - Youth Development

Lt. Gen William K. Hotchkiss III- Govt Service (Military)

Mr. Lau E. Ching - Business

Surigao Children’s Library - Institution

1998

Dr. Violeta C. Menil - Education

Mr. Arturo Sodusta - Government Service

Mr. Rulino Antonio T. Mijares - Business

Mr. Antonio B. Partido - Journalism

Federal Primary Health (PHC) Women’s Club- Institution

1999

Mrs. Virginia Perez Davide- Public Management

Mr. Leorido P. Doloricon- Fine Arts

Dr. Alicia R. Cabatingan- Education

Dr. Veriano C. Arreza- Medicine

Surigao Economic Development Foundation, Inc. - Community Development

2000

Mrs. Remedios K. del Rosario - Waterworks

Administration

Engr. Bernardo B. Salibay - Science and Technology

Mr. Paquito C. Jumawan - Fine Arts (Painting)

Atty. Claro Luis G. Garcia –Business / Rural Banking

2001

Mr. Cesar B. Cartula - Sports (Chess)

Mr. Regino B. Paular - History and Culture

Surigao Heritage Center - Institution (History & Culture)

2002

Dr. Lita Crisologo Vizconde, MD-Medicine- Infectious Dis

Dr. Leo D. Cubillan, MD, MPH - Medicine- Opthalmology

San Sebastian College Recoletos - Institution

2003

Mr. Sherwin T. Tan - Arts/Painting

Mr. Zandro Urbistondo - Music

Northeastern Mindanao Colleges (NEMCO) – Institution

2004

Engr. Art G. Rusiana - Engineering

Dir. Carolino B. Mordeno - Education

Atty. Wencelito Andanar - Government Service

Fr. Nicasio Gran, MSC - Religion

Pacific Cement Philippines -  Institution

2005

John Mark Libarnes – Information Technology

Vicente Buniel Pacqueo - Economics

Glenn Guieb Penaranda - Foreign Service

Engr. Leonel A. Santos - Private Business Helping Foundation - Institution

2006

Atty. Franklin C. Sunga - Public Education

Dr. Gabriel G. Uriate - Educational Management

 Sis. Merceditas Orozco Ang, SPC - Private Education

Dr. Annette L. Salillas - Medicine (Pathology)

ASec. Serafin M. Benaldo - Government Service

SPED Sison - Institution

2007

Capt. Daniel V. Geotina - Aviation

Alfred D. Vargas - Entertainment Theatrical & Arts

MSC Surigao - Institution

2008

Dr. Roan Labrador - Medicine (Surgery)

Dr. Simeon Sevandal – Medicine (Internal Medicine)

2009

Miles Tonn C. Chua- Engineering  (Telecom)

Sisters of St. Paul De Charters - Institution

Surigao State College of Technology- Institution

2010

Eugene Gorne – Louca -Micro Finance

Mr. James G. Ong – Entrepreneurship

Taganito Mining Corporation – Institution

2011

General Christopher A. Laxa   - Law

Enforcement (Police)

Perfecto B. Consigo - Public Service

Elizabeth S. Larase – Education

Engr. Alilo C. Ensomo - Government Service

Surigao Education Center - Institution

2012

Dr. Nelson S. Abelardo – Medicine

Filomenita Mongaya Hogsholm  - Migrant Worker Advocacy

Engr. Augusto C. Villaluna - Mining  Engineering

Alfredo T. Bonpin - Business & Banking

2013

Arlene J. Bag-ao - Public Service

Dr. Isabelita M. Borres - Education

Roel N. Catoto - Journalism

JCI Surigao - Institution

2014

Atty Ingemar P. Macarine - Sports

Dr. Leonita P. Gorgolon - Public Health

React Miner Group - Institution

2015

Rural Bank of Placer - Institution

Atty Rebecca C. Chato - Govt Service – Labor Relations

Lt. Col. Lino D. Inahid  - Military Service Reservist Training

2016

Regional Training Center Caraga - Institution

Engr. Elvis E. Selisana - Enginnering Science

Manuel Louie B. Ferrer - Business

Ambassador Junever M. Mahilum-West - Government Foreign Service

Vina Flor Concepcion V. Wurgler - Cronin - Hotel

Management

2017

Dr. Amado M. Layno Jr. - Medicine - Neurosurgery

Ma. Elena D.Cubillan - Business

SNC-SPUC Alumni Association -Institution DOH Treatment and Rehabilitation Center - Institution

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

 Brigadier General George L. Banzon , MNSA - Active Military Service

CARAGA REGIONAL SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL - Institution- Secondary Education

LT. COL. ALEX ”ALEJANDRO” LOZADA - Foreign Military Service

Florentino G. Impas Jr. - Portrait and Visual Arts

2023

2024

RMN-DXRS Surigao - Broadcast Media
Quick Action Response Team (QART) of Surigao City - Humanitarian Emergency Response Services
BG en Joel M Palomar - Active Military Service
Dr. Marichu C. Liwanag - Foreign Affairs
Jusan Vincent "JV" L. Arcena - Communication Management 
 

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