BOB AND MYRNA KEYES
By Johnny M. Pecayo
COSTA MESA , CA " A devout Catholic, Myrna Keyes is silently making waves in the Filipino American community.
I owe my good life and all the attendant blessings I now possess through the guidance of Jesus. I really worked hard for them, Myrna told the MANILA-U.S. TIMES when interviewed. “But they did not come via a silver platter. I work hard for them and, despite the many struggles and negativities, I was able to hurdle through and ended up having the best, and I am very proud about my personal accomplishments, Keyes added.
Parenthetically, Myrna reveals: Life is not just having all the material comforts provided by the spouse. It's love, respect for each other, togetherness, peace of mind, faithfulness, loyalty, and happiness we share to one another from God. The Joy of Life comes from God and God is Love.
Keyes appreciates little things, including meeting people like you, like Mattie Revolinski, and a few others, she said during the exclusive interview.
Born and grew up in Manila on May 15, 1950 to Eleuterio Rosales Suayan, a U.S. Army who passed away in 1952, who hailed from Lemery, Batangas; and Rufina Miguel Suayan, who hails from Antique, Panay Island, as Myrna Miguel Suayan, she first married Elizalde Morga from Rosario, Cavite and maintains good relationship and respect for each other, even without any communication. The marital union between Elizalde and Myrna was blessed with a son, Christened Jose Jonjie Elizalde Suayan, now a dentist. Jonjie used his Grandfather's family name when he applied for U.S. citizenship.
At a tender age of seven, way back in the Philippines , Myrna learned to give change to our customers in my Mom's retail store, Aling Pinang's Sari-Sari Store. She learned life the hard way. She baby-sat for food for her neighbors. She baby-sat for FAMAS Awardee Boy Actor Sherman Manahan who worked for the deceased Fernando Poe Jr. She ran errands for bookies (neighbors) at the San Lazaro Hippodrome, the reason why she can't be a gambler. I saw how they suffered losing all their monies.
At the age of 12, Myrna was the youngest to graduate and to go up onstage to receive a Certificate from the training conducted by the Philippine Red Cross, to take care of the Tuberculosis victims.
In Olongapo City , Philippines , Myrna did many odd jobs -- from dishwasher, cashier, manager, and Public Relations Officer, trouble-shooting for her American Boss businesses, who was married to the beautiful daughter of one of the Generals in the Philippines , selling stateside goods, handicrafts, and other merchandise.
Olongapo City is very memorable to her. It was in this city where she met Bob Keyes, who would eventually become her second husband. Myrna is happily married to Bob Keyes, with whom she is blessed with two grown-up children -- Joseph Terry Keyes, 30 years old, and Manager / Supervisor at Fry's Electronics. He is a Computer Specialist, (my computer doctor). The youngest is Candice Keyes Lind, holder of a degree in Bachelor of Science in Anthropology which she obtained from the University of California-Irvine. She is an elementary school teacher in Boston Massachusetts , and is married to Mr. Lind who obtained a degree in International Economics from Harvard University .
Dr. Jose Jonjie Elizalde Suayan, Myrna's eldest son, resides in Pismo Beach , and owns two dental clinics -- Oak Park Dental/Orthodontics Clinic At Oak Park, near Arroyo Grande, California ; and Family Dentistry in Santa Maria , California . He is 38 years old, single, and a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California-Irvine (UCI). He also obtained another degree “ Dental Surgery/Orthodontics “ from the University of San Francisco Medical School (UCSF).
Bob and Myrna visited the Philippines last in January 2002, to bury my youngest brother (from my real dad) who was murdered by a drug addict.
Affiliations, Community Involvement
Myrna S. Keyes is the Charity Director for 2007-2008 with the Pacific Coast Corvette Club; and President of North Star Lion's Club 2007-2008. Before assuming the presidency, she was North Star Lions Club's Second Vice President and Director 2006-2007. She was also a Pre-school Teacher; Orange County Child Care Association's Executive Board as Assistant Director 2004-2005; Active member of the Federation of Filipino Rosary Group, Orange County ; Social Activity Director 2004-2005; Chairperson 1985-1997 of Newport Beach/Costa Mesa Rosary Group; and Adviser, Rosary Group Newport Beach / Costa Mesa 1997.
I am a volunteer to my parish Church , St. John D' Baptist Catholic Church, in Costa Mesa , where I will remain one forever as long as I'm needed, Myrna confided.
Myrna is the owner of a child care provider, Miss Myrna's Child Care.
Bob and Myrna arrived in Costa Mesa on December 13, 1984 from the Philippines . They own two houses. Their son, Joey, resides at the other house also in Costa Mesa .
COSTA MESA , CA " A devout Catholic, Myrna Keyes is silently making waves in the Filipino American community.
I owe my good life and all the attendant blessings I now possess through the guidance of Jesus. I really worked hard for them, Myrna told the MANILA-U.S. TIMES when interviewed. “But they did not come via a silver platter. I work hard for them and, despite the many struggles and negativities, I was able to hurdle through and ended up having the best, and I am very proud about my personal accomplishments, Keyes added.
Parenthetically, Myrna reveals: Life is not just having all the material comforts provided by the spouse. It's love, respect for each other, togetherness, peace of mind, faithfulness, loyalty, and happiness we share to one another from God. The Joy of Life comes from God and God is Love.
Keyes appreciates little things, including meeting people like you, like Mattie Revolinski, and a few others, she said during the exclusive interview.
Born and grew up in Manila on May 15, 1950 to Eleuterio Rosales Suayan, a U.S. Army who passed away in 1952, who hailed from Lemery, Batangas; and Rufina Miguel Suayan, who hails from Antique, Panay Island, as Myrna Miguel Suayan, she first married Elizalde Morga from Rosario, Cavite and maintains good relationship and respect for each other, even without any communication. The marital union between Elizalde and Myrna was blessed with a son, Christened Jose Jonjie Elizalde Suayan, now a dentist. Jonjie used his Grandfather's family name when he applied for U.S. citizenship.
At a tender age of seven, way back in the Philippines , Myrna learned to give change to our customers in my Mom's retail store, Aling Pinang's Sari-Sari Store. She learned life the hard way. She baby-sat for food for her neighbors. She baby-sat for FAMAS Awardee Boy Actor Sherman Manahan who worked for the deceased Fernando Poe Jr. She ran errands for bookies (neighbors) at the San Lazaro Hippodrome, the reason why she can't be a gambler. I saw how they suffered losing all their monies.
At the age of 12, Myrna was the youngest to graduate and to go up onstage to receive a Certificate from the training conducted by the Philippine Red Cross, to take care of the Tuberculosis victims.
In Olongapo City , Philippines , Myrna did many odd jobs -- from dishwasher, cashier, manager, and Public Relations Officer, trouble-shooting for her American Boss businesses, who was married to the beautiful daughter of one of the Generals in the Philippines , selling stateside goods, handicrafts, and other merchandise.
Olongapo City is very memorable to her. It was in this city where she met Bob Keyes, who would eventually become her second husband. Myrna is happily married to Bob Keyes, with whom she is blessed with two grown-up children -- Joseph Terry Keyes, 30 years old, and Manager / Supervisor at Fry's Electronics. He is a Computer Specialist, (my computer doctor). The youngest is Candice Keyes Lind, holder of a degree in Bachelor of Science in Anthropology which she obtained from the University of California-Irvine. She is an elementary school teacher in Boston Massachusetts , and is married to Mr. Lind who obtained a degree in International Economics from Harvard University .
Dr. Jose Jonjie Elizalde Suayan, Myrna's eldest son, resides in Pismo Beach , and owns two dental clinics -- Oak Park Dental/Orthodontics Clinic At Oak Park, near Arroyo Grande, California ; and Family Dentistry in Santa Maria , California . He is 38 years old, single, and a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California-Irvine (UCI). He also obtained another degree “ Dental Surgery/Orthodontics “ from the University of San Francisco Medical School (UCSF).
Bob and Myrna visited the Philippines last in January 2002, to bury my youngest brother (from my real dad) who was murdered by a drug addict.
Affiliations, Community Involvement
Myrna S. Keyes is the Charity Director for 2007-2008 with the Pacific Coast Corvette Club; and President of North Star Lion's Club 2007-2008. Before assuming the presidency, she was North Star Lions Club's Second Vice President and Director 2006-2007. She was also a Pre-school Teacher; Orange County Child Care Association's Executive Board as Assistant Director 2004-2005; Active member of the Federation of Filipino Rosary Group, Orange County ; Social Activity Director 2004-2005; Chairperson 1985-1997 of Newport Beach/Costa Mesa Rosary Group; and Adviser, Rosary Group Newport Beach / Costa Mesa 1997.
I am a volunteer to my parish Church , St. John D' Baptist Catholic Church, in Costa Mesa , where I will remain one forever as long as I'm needed, Myrna confided.
Myrna is the owner of a child care provider, Miss Myrna's Child Care.
Bob and Myrna arrived in Costa Mesa on December 13, 1984 from the Philippines . They own two houses. Their son, Joey, resides at the other house also in Costa Mesa .
I always say, "Hey Dude!", as we hang out at Corona del Mar Beach and Newport Beach , with our children Jonjie (the dentist), Joey, Candice and her husband, and Bob. They're boogie boarders/surfers. I used to also, but not anymore, as I do Yoga and water aerobics now at the 24-hour fitness. I love to dance Hawaiian, Tango, Swing, Cha-Cha, etc., and I enjoy listening to the music. I love to sing in the bathroom only. Number One in my life is God, the rest comes after Him. I thank God for everything, and I am very thankful and grateful that I am blessed by Jesus, Myrna confides to the MANILA-U.S. TIMES.
Born with a green thumb, Myrna planted 52 Banana fruit-bearing trees at their backyard while Bob planted Sago and Palm trees. We never run out of fruits which we harvest from time to time from our backyard. I love the garden and green plants. They are pleasant to my eyes, Myrna proudly relates.
MYRNA S. KEYES (3rd from left), in abre-siete with Sen. Francis Kiko Pangilinan, Keynote Speaker at the 109th Anniversary celebration of the Declaration of Philippine Independence June 9 at the Long Beach Convention Center, under the auspices of Kalayaan of Southern California, Inc. Also in photo (from left) are: Consuelo Balagtas and Bob Keyes. "Should Kiko decide to run for President, we will go home and campaign for him, chorused Bob and Myrna. " MUST PHOTO BY BHETH EDRA
CANDICE KEYES' Graduation photo with Mom, Myrna Keyes.
MYRNA KEYES and Friends.
JOHN and MATTIE REVOLONSKI, Myrna's best friends
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