Miko Palanca's sister: 'My brother was one of the kindest but...'

Shortly after actor Miko Palanca was laid to rest, his sister Erika Hocson posted a sentimental eulogy on Instagram, describing her brother as "one of the kindest souls one could ever encounter, and that he was overpowered by demons so strong, none of us could understand."

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Posting several family photos, Erika asked for "continued prayers, less spreading of false assumptions and videos/photos (please), and most importantly, for those who have ill feelings or mixed emotions towards him, forgive him — and forgive him wholeheartedly." 

Erika shared how the past week was one of the darkest weeks that their family has ever encountered, and thanked everybody who showed up and showed love and support.

 

 

 

 

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I both have nothing to say, yet so much at the same time. The exhaustion has just gotten to me. This past week has been one of the darkest we’ve had to encounter yet again as a family. I just want to use this little space to thank my family - siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, Gab - for being there from the minute I thought he was just missing. For being there when we discovered the painful truth, for keeping each of us strong. To my closest friends for showing up, for sending their love and prayers despite the busy/hectic season we’re all in. To Kuya Miko’s friends for reminding us of the great times and showing that they cared till the end. To everyone who extended their condolences through various networks, I’m sorry if I didn’t respond to all messages, but know that I truly appreciate it. To those who have respected our privacy and have been gentle in approaching us for details, thank you. We appreciate it all. ♥? My brother was one of the kindest souls one could encounter in this life, he was just overpowered by demons so strong, none of us could understand. We’re all human anyway. I humbly ask for continued prayers, less spreading of false assumptions and videos/photos (please), and most importantly, for those who have ill feelings or mixed emotions towards him, forgive him — and forgive him wholeheartedly. Last but most importantly, I have to give it to the strongest mother on this earth, the pillar of the family (pun intended) who has gone through hell and back multiple times in this lifetime with so much grace. Her faith is unlike any other. Thank you, mom. Thank you, Kuya Meeks. I love you, I’ll miss you. You can rest now.

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Dec 14, 2019 at 4:29am PST

"To my closest friends for showing up, for sending their love and prayers despite the busy/hectic season we’re all in. To Kuya Miko’s friends for reminding us of the great times and showing that they cared till the end...Last but most importantly, I have to give it to the strongest mother on this earth, the pillar of the family (pun intended) who has gone through hell and back multiple times in this lifetime with so much grace," she added. 

Erika ended her note by thanking her mom. "I have to give it to the strongest mother on this earth, the pillar of the family (pun intended) who has gone through hell and back multiple times in this lifetime with so much grace. Her faith is unlike any other. Thank you, mom."

Turning her attention to Miko, Erika said, "Thank you, Kuya Meeks. I love you, I’ll miss you. You can rest now." — Angelica Y. Yang/LA, GMA News