SAN PABLO CITY — JCI San Pablo 7 Lakes celebrated its 77th anniversary in grand style last night at Coco Palace, gathering current and past members for a heartwarming evening of fellowship, leadership, and renewed commitment under 77th President Jessa Enrera Estrellado.
The day started on a high note with a motocade in the morning, as members and supporters toured key parts of the city. This energetic kickoff was followed by an orientation and training seminar for prospective Baby Jaycees, giving them a solid foundation in JCI ideals and leadership.
As evening fell, past presidents, JCI Senators, regular members, and Jaycees Associates filled Coco Palace for a reunion full of good conversation and camaraderie. Among those present were former presidents Marius Myrone Zabat, Jun Ariate, Benick Caparas, Tina Fontanilla, Dianalyn Carlos, Dave Gamara, Raymond Estrellado, Dhora Estrellado, Reynato Estrellado, Venus P. Funtanilla, and JL Perlas.
Notably, PJ Estrellado, Reynato Estrellado, Marius Myrone Zabat, and Venus P. Funtanilla are honored as JCI Senators, a lifetime distinction awarded to those who have made outstanding contributions to JCI. The Senatorship is the highest honorary recognition in JCI, granting lifetime membership for exceptional service.
City officials, who are also active JCIs, also joined the celebration. Atty. Joseph Marnic V. De Mesa, the San Pablo City Administrator, lent his support, as did Jeremy Alcantara from the MIS/Digitalization Department and JL Perlas, past chapter president now connected with the city’s Youth and Sports Development Office. The presence of Past National President PJ Estrellado, who also serves as CEO of the El Coco Group of Companies, added further prestige to the event.
Among the JCI Associates present was Dr. Cyrus Constantino, Chairman of the Eye Care We Care project, a community initiative providing eye care and check-ups, highlighting the chapter’s active involvement in public health and service projects.
The anniversary celebration underscored JCI San Pablo 7 Lakes’ ongoing mission: developing new leaders, strengthening community bonds, and forging a legacy of service that spans generations.
The organizing team behind the successful celebration included Project Chair Harry A. Viterbo, Co-Chair John Marc Manozon, Secretaries Temmelie Mate and Rosebel Agapay, Program/Events Directors Jayson Fajardo and Rainy Rose Alcantara, Food and Hospitality Committee VP Shy Estrellado, and sponsors VP Paul Jess Estrellado, AVP Rovin Estrellado, RVP Raymond Estrellado, Past Presidents Dhora Estrellado, Dianalyn Carlos, and Belai Nassif.
Footnote: Edited the name “Lex De Mesa” to the correct full name “Joseph Marnic V. De Mesa” on 15 November 2025, 2:57 PM, as “Lex” is his Facebook display name and not his legal name.
Si Venus L Peñaflor ay naging editor-in-chief ng Newsworld, isang lokal na pahayagan ng Laguna. Publisher din siya ng Daystar Gazette at Tutubi News Magazine. Siya ay isa ring pintor at doll face designer ng Ninay Dolls, ang unang Manikang Pilipino. Kasali siya sa DesignCrowd sa rank na #305 sa 640,000 graphic designers sa buong daigdig. Kasama din siya sa unang Local TV Broadcast sa Laguna na Beyond Manila. Aktibong kasapi siya ng San Pablo Jaycees Senate bilang isang JCI Senator.
- Venus L Peñaflor
- Venus L Peñaflor
- Venus L Peñaflor
- Venus L Peñaflor
