VILLAR ON TIA DELY'S DEMISE:

"Her life was dedicated to providing guidance and hope to thousands of our countrymen who were seeking wisdom in trying times. She had been a real mother and friend to our countrymen, selflessly pouring herself for the well being of others," said Senate President Manny Villar, a close friend of Tia Dely.

"As a dean of Philippine broadcast media, Tia Dely honorably knitted her mark and left a deep legacy for others to follow."