Nenita Edicto Jansen was born in the small town of Tabnunan, Almeria, on Biliran Island in the Philippines. Coming from a very poor family, she worked from a young age to support her parents and siblings. Despite life's challenges, she married and had two children. After her first husband left, she worked tirelessly to support her family.

Seeking better opportunities, Nenita moved to a big city and became a maid for a woman from her hometown who had married an American soldier. When they left for America, Nenita found herself without a job. Following a friend's advice, she moved to Subic Bay, where she met and married a man in the Navy.

Nenita was determined to provide a better life for her family. She brought her two sisters to Subic Bay, where they also married soldiers and moved to the U.S. She was able to bring her children from her previous marriage to the U.S. as well.

After marrying, Nenita and her husband lived in the U.S. for three years before moving to Japan due to a military transfer. They eventually returned to the U.S., where her husband retired from the Navy after 30 years of service.

Nenita was a caring individual who ensured her siblings had a good life. Her son Frank and his husband Ronaldo cared for her until the end of her life. She will be dearly missed by her two sons, who loved her immensely. Farewell, Nenita, until we meet again. You are loved beyond words.

The funeral service will be held at Peevey Funeral Home Thursday, October 10 at 11:00am., with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Houston National Cemetery.