Rogelio Ocdinaria Buyo

Rogelio Ocdinaria Buyo of Parlin, New Jersey, passed away at the age of 61 on June 8th 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on Friday, August 2, 1963, in Bohol, Philippines, to Crispin and Zoila Buyo, Rogelio was one of seven siblings in a close-knit and loving family. He grew up in the Philippines and pursued his education with dedication and purpose. A proud alumnus of Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary, where he graduated as First Honorable Mention in 1981, he went on to earn his nursing degree and graduated Cum Laude from the University of San Carlos in Cebu in 1985. With a deep calling to serve others, Rogelio aspired to become a nurse and immigrated to Brooklyn, New York in 1987. It was at Kings County Hospital that fate introduced him to Loida, the love of his life. The two were married in 1989 and settled in Staten Island, New York, where they raised their beloved children. They would later move to their forever home in Parlin, New Jersey - Rogelios self-proclaimed American Dream. Rogelio dedicated over two decades of his career as an emergency room nurse, where his compassion, quick thinking, and calming presence touched countless lives. In 2003, he achieved his goal of becoming a nurse practitioner, graduating Magna Cum Laude from CUNY Hunter with his Masters of Science in Nursing. He most recently fulfilled his calling at Jersey Shore Geriatrics, where he had unwavering dedication to his patients and colleagues. He was immensely proud to be the first President of the USC Carolinian Nurses Alumni Association, a role that highlighted his leadership and commitment to his community. A man of many passions, Rogelio was an avid traveler, visiting over 65 countries alongside his beloved wife. He loved music, dancing, and was never shy about grabbing the microphone for karaoke. His thirst for knowledge was insatiable, and he found joy in learning, caring for his beloved dogs Benjie and Milo, and most of all, spending precious time with his family. Rogelio was a kind and generous soul, someone whose love and support knew no limits. He poured his heart into the people he cared about and never missed a chance to lift others up. He took great pride in the life he built, one filled with hard work and quiet triumphs: a cozy home with a pool, a Tesla in the driveway, but what truly mattered to him was the warmth inside those walls. His life overflowed with love, laughter, and memories that will live on. More than anything, Rogelios greatest joy was his family: the children and grandchildren who made him beam with pride, and the deep, abiding love he shared with his wife of 36 beautiful years. His legacy of kindness, perseverance, and love lives on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered. He is survived by his devoted wife Loida, his loving children Raphael and Deborah, and Vanessa and Alan, and his adored grandchildren Kai Hudson Buyo and Julian Rogelio Salas. Also by his cherished siblings Leonila Buyo-Ayuban, Nenita Buyo-Salubre, Luzvimindo Buyo, and Evangelina Buyo, as well as many beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family back home in the Philippines. Rogelio is predeceased by his parents Crispin and Zoila Buyo, his brother Clarito Buyo, and his sister Crisola Buyo. The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Michael Hegarty & John Vincent Scalia Home For Funerals and Cremation Service, 3377 US Highway 9, Old Bridge, New Jersey. Novena prayer service will be held at 5:00pm on Friday. A Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM on Saturday at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church located at 531 Washington Ave South Amboy, New Jersey 08879. Family and friends are invited for a repass gathering at My Key Spot, 881 Main Street, Sayreville, NJ 08872 from 12:00-5:00pm. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.HegartyScaliaFuneralHome.com

Rogelio Ocdinaria Buyo

August 2, 1963 - June 8, 2025