ILIGAN CITY, Philippines — For Donna Montebon, a Catholic mother of three, All Souls’ Day is more than an annual visit to the cemetery. It is a family tradition that keeps the memories of departed relatives alive and allows younger generations to learn about those who came before them. Every Nov. 1 and 2, her family visits the graves of her grandparents and her husband’s grandparents in a public cemetery. They light candles, offer prayers and spend hours remembering their loved ones. The visits also become family gatherings, where relatives share meals and reminisce about those who have passed away. Montebon […]...

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