Emmanuel Q. Bautista

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Emmanuel Quito Bautista, 74, of Bergenfield, NJ, who left us peacefully on Monday, December 29, 2025.

Born on February 13, 1951, in Pampanga, Philippines, to the late Alfredo Gaddi Bautista and Gloria Quito Bautista, Emmanuel eventually followed in his brothers’ footsteps to begin a new chapter in America. Shortly before his journey, he married his childhood friend and the love of his life, Lilia (Manansala) Bautista.

Emmanuel and Lilia settled in Englewood, NJ, where they were surrounded by the warmth of family. Together, they raised their daughter, Charlene, and shared a beautiful life, remaining happily married for 47 years.

Emmanuel was a light in our lives—a devoted husband, a proud father, and a loyal brother. He is survived by his beloved wife, Lilia; his daughter, Charlene Amante; his son-in-law, Achilles; and his brothers, George Bautista (Marita) and Ferdinand Sr. Bautista (Zenaida).

He is joined with his parents, Alfredo and Gloria Bautista, his brothers Rolando Bautista (Anita), Ryan Bautista, (Mirla), Lito Bautista, Alfredo Bautista (Amelia) and his sister Carolina Arenas (Jessie).

He will be truly missed by all who had the honor of knowing him. His kindness, gentle spirit, and the legacy of the family he built will never be forgotten.

Visiting will be held Friday January 2, 2026 from 2-9pm at Riewerts Memorial Home. The Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday January 6, 2026 at 10am at St. John the Evangelist Church in Bergenfield. Entombment will follow the funeral mass at George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus.