Happy Anniversary, Grace & Castor✨

J.F.R. Perseveranda 7/06/2025 09:58:00 AM

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Happy Anniversary, Tita Nene & Tito Jun

July 6, 2025 · J.F.R. Perseveranda

On this day 35 years ago—July 6, 1990—my Tita Grace Perseveranda married Castor "Jun" Silvestre in a beautiful and joy-filled ceremony in Pasadena, California. It was a celebration of love, family, and tradition—a timeless union that still warms our hearts decades later.

That summer was unforgettable for me too: I had just moved back to California from Chicago the month before. I was proud to be there to support Tita Grace on her big day—and I wasn’t alone. My BFF at the time (girlfriend), Liza Franco, flew in all the way from Chicago to join the festivities.

Tito Jun—may he rest in peace—was all smiles in his white tux, and Tita Nene looked radiant in her wedding gown and Hawaiian lei. Their love was evident, their joy contagious. Looking at this photo now, I’m reminded of the bonds that tie our Filipino families together across time and geography.

Grace Perseveranda and Castor Jun Silvestre Wedding, July 6, 1990

Happy anniversary, Tita Nene. Your wedding day lives on in our memories—and in our hearts.

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Posted by: J.F.R. Perseveranda

Founder, Social Media Manager & Content Creator at Pinoybuilt.com. Photographer at JFPerseveranda.com. Former IT Product Manager at Pacific Gas & Electric. I'm a 1.5 generation immigrant—Filipino-born, U.S.-raised—sharing stories that bridge cultures. Share yours at PINOYBUILT.com. I’m still learning about our roots, and I invite you to learn with me. I was born in Makati City and raised in Marikina, known for world-class shoes and strong community ties. I went to Marist School; my sister went to St. Scholastica’s. We spent weekends in Malate—those memories of old Manila still shape who I am. At 9, we moved to Chicago, where I saw snow for the first time. At 12, we relocated to Vallejo, CA. Since then, I’ve lived in Davis,Glendale (SoCal), back to Chicago in my 20s, San Francisco & Fremont. I visit SoCal often for family. Chicago will always be special—but go Golden State Warriors! At UC Davis, I was a member of Mga Kapatid, where I had the chance to participate in Pilipino Culture Night and perform traditional dances like Bangko. Now, as a father of three, I’m doing my best to pass on our Filipino heritage. Let’s build something Filipino together. Mabuhay. Salamat.