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Papemelroti co-founder Robert Alejandro passes away
Roberto Alejandro, one of the founders of Papemelroti has passed away.
The Filipino stationery brand announced his death on Instagram Tuesday, saying he died on November 5.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Alejandro. He joined Our Loving Savior on November 5, 2024,” the caption read.
“Although the sorrow is great, we also want to celebrate his life, the many wonderful accomplishments and causes he championed unselfishly,” it added.
They went on to describe Robert as “a beloved brother, uncle, and friend” whose vibrant, passionate spirit, creativity, generosity, and warmth have touched countless lives.
“As a co-founder of papemelroti, his visionary spirit helped shape our brand into what it is today, bringing joy and inspiration to many,” they added.
Robert was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2016.
In an episode of "The Howie Severino Podcast," in 2021, Robert said art is a form of healing and helps people forget problems.
"If you're really focused sa ginagawa mong 'yon, kinakalimutan mo lahat—if you have pain, if you have problems. You forget it and you just focus on the art or whatever you enjoy doing," he said.
An award-winning artist who received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at the University of the Philippines Diliman in 1984, Robert gave free online workshops for art lovers stuck at home during the pandemic.
He previously hosted GMA-7's "Art Is-Kool."
— Jade Veronique Yap/LA, GMA Integrated News
