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Carmencita Reyes
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| Governor of Marinduque | |
| In office June 30, 2010 – January 7, 2019 |
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| Vice Governor | Antonio Uy Jr. Romulo Bacorro Jr. |
| Preceded by | Jose Antonio N. Carrion |
| Succeeded by | Romulo Bacorro Jr. |
| In office June 30, 1998 – June 30, 2007 |
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| Vice Governor | Andy Palma |
| Preceded by | Jose Antonio N. Carrion |
| Succeeded by | Jose Antonio N. Carrion |
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Marinduque's Lone District | |
| In office June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2010 |
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| Preceded by | Edmundo O. Reyes |
| Succeeded by | Lord Allan Jay Q. Velasco |
| In office June 30, 1987 – June 30, 1998 |
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| Preceded by | Post created |
| Succeeded by | Edmundo O. Reyes |
| Mambabatas Pambansa (Assemblywoman) from Marinduque | |
| In office June 30, 1984 – March 25, 1986 |
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| Mambabatas Pambansa (Assemblywoman) from Region IV-A | |
| In office June 12, 1978 – June 5, 1984 |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | November 9, 1931 San Juan, Rizal, Philippine Islands |
| Died | January 7, 2019 (aged 87) Manila, Philippines |
| Resting place | The Heritage Park, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Political party | UNA (2018–2019) |
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Bigkis Pinoy (2009–2019) Liberal (2009–2018) Lakas-CMD (1992–2009) Independent (1986–1992) KBL (1978–1986) |
| Spouse | Edmundo Reyes Sr. (deceased) |
| Children | Regina Reyes Mandanas (deceased) |
| Relatives | Sandro Reyes (grandson) |
| Residences | Santa Cruz, Marinduque Boac, Marinduque |
| Alma mater | University of Santo Tomas |
| Occupation | Teacher |
| Profession | Politician |
Carmencita Ongsiako Reyes (born November 9, 1931 – died January 7, 2019) was an important Filipina politician. She served in several big roles in the government. She was an Assemblywoman, a Congresswoman for Marinduque, and even the Governor of Marinduque. She dedicated many years to public service in the Philippines.
Serving in the Batasang Pambansa
Carmencita Reyes became an Assemblywoman in 1984. This was a special role in the Batasang Pambansa, which was the law-making body at that time. She was part of the Kilusang Bagong Lipunan party, which was led by President Ferdinand Marcos.
Her husband, Edmundo M. Reyes, also held an important government job. He was appointed as the Commissioner on Immigration by President Marcos. Carmencita Reyes served as an Assemblywoman until 1986. This was when the People Power Revolution happened, which led to President Marcos leaving power.
A Career in Congress and as Governor
After her time as an Assemblywoman, Carmencita Reyes continued her political career. She became a Congresswoman for Marinduque. She served in this role for many years, from 1978 to 1998, and then again from 2007 to 2010.
Later, she became the Governor of Marinduque. She held this position from 1998 to 2007. She was elected again and served as Governor from 2010 until her passing in 2019. Throughout her life, she worked hard to represent the people of Marinduque.
