Marjorie Barretto took to social media to share the moments she shared with her mother, Estrella "Inday" Barretto, before the latter's passing.
"Our Mom, Estrella 'Inday' Barretto, passed away peacefully last January 29. It took me some time to post, as I was still processing every emotion while making funeral arrangements. These feelings were made even more raw by the loss of my brother just four months ago," she wrote on her Instagram page.
Marjorie shared that the moments she spent with her mother in her final days are memories she will always cherish.
"In every trial that comes my way, I have always felt God's guidance, protection, and grace. I felt His grace most during a quiet afternoon a few days ago at the hospital, when I had my mom all to myself for a couple of hours. Just the two of us. Mom trying her best to be her usual chatty self, speaking more slowly, yet with a mind still clear and sharp. Without me even trying to be funny, she laughed so hard at my stories. That time was priceless," she said.
She went on: "But the greatest grace was 2 days after in the morning she passed away. I was in her room with only my sister Michie and Marichi. It was peaceful and quiet. A moment I truly believe God orchestrated and one I will hold close to my heart always."
Marjorie remarked that being by her mother’s side until the end brought her a sense of healing. "They say we don't always get closure in life. Knowing God was calling my mom home, I believe He gave me something even greater, the chance to be with her at her bedside, a grace that allowed me to heal," she said.
She went on: "Please keep our beautiful, feisty, strong, funny, and loving Mom in your prayers. She is now with Dad and my brother Mito."
Marjorie's followers online were quick to extend their condolences.
"Prayers and condolences to you and the whole family Ms @marjbarretto ❤️," one fan commented.
"My prayers & condolences to you and family!! You beautifully described how loved she was," another fan wrote.
Inday was 89 years old at the time of her passing.