Former CamSur congressman Luis Villafuerte Sr. dies at 86

Former congressman Luis Villafuerte Sr. has passed away, his son Camarines Sur Representative LRay Villafuerte said on Wednesday. He was 86.

In a statement, the younger Villafuerte said his father passed away at 12:35 a.m. at St. Luke's Medical Center in Bonifacio Global City.    

"He was not only my mentor and idol but also to many. He continues to be our inspiration as he always motivated us to be the best at whatever we do. Even if you thought you have achieved the best, he would express that there is room for improvement," LRay said.

Villafuerte served as Camarines Sur Representative from 2004 to 2013.

He was a member of the Batasang Pambansa/Assemblyman from 1978 to 1986. He also served as the Minister of Trade from 1979 to 1981.

He was also a Secretary of Government Reorganization under President Cory Aquino.     

Villafuerte is survived by his wife, Nelly, his children, LRay, Mariano Jose, Mylene, Lalaine, Maria Rita, and Lori Lisa, and grandchildren. — Ma. Angelica Garcia/BM, GMA News