Rolando Ariño Quiñanola Obituary
In Loving Memory of Rolando Ariño Quiñanola
May 7, 1954 – October 21, 2026
Rolando Ariño Quiñanola, age 72, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. He was born
on May 7, 1954, in Cebu City, Philippines, to the late Fruto Sr. and Teresa Quiñanola. Rolando
was a hardworking, humble, and devoted family man whose life was guided by his Christian faith,
perseverance, and love for those closest to him.
Rolando earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Cebu Institute
of Technology in the Philippines in 1977. His professional journey took him across several
countries, including working in the oilfields of the Middle East during the 1980s. Driven by his
love for his family, he worked tirelessly to provide for their needs and help fulfill his mother's
dream of sending his younger siblings to college. He later moved to Australia before immigrating
to the United States in the late 1990s, settling in Michigan. After many years of dedicated service,
he retired from Honeywell Aerospace in South Bend, Indiana.
A man of deep Christian faith, Rolando was saved and baptized at Bible Baptist Church in Cebu
City, Philippines. Throughout his life, he remained devoted to studying God's Word and
strengthening his relationship with Him. He was affiliated with the Worldwide Church of God and
attended the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Coloma, Michigan; Village Seventh-day Adventist
Church in Berrien Springs, Michigan; and The Chapel in St. Joseph, Michigan.
Rolando enjoyed reading, playing chess, spending time in nature, studying the Bible, and
celebrating his Filipino heritage. He was a member of the Association of Filipino Americans of
Michiana (AFAM) in South Bend and United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 9. He valued family,
friendship, and fellowship, leaving a lasting impression on those who knew him.
Above all, Rolando's greatest joy and pride was his beloved daughter, Teresa “Ruthie” Quiñanola.
As a dedicated father, he treasured their time together and was committed to guiding her toward a
strong relationship with God. At the time of his passing, he was engaged to his beloved fiancée,
Pamela Camoro of the Philippines, and was making arrangements for her immigration to the
United States so they could begin their future together.
Rolando is survived by his daughter, Teresa “Ruthie” Quiñanola; his fiancée, Pamela Camoro; and
his siblings: Fruto Jr. (Jasmine) Quiñanola of Australia; Teresita (Jonathan) Datoy of Australia,
Grace (Kenneth) Shibuya of California; Myrna (Norman) Milbrandt of Michigan; Naomi Opie of
Australia; and Dioscora (Robert) Page of Washington.
He is also survived by his nieces and nephews: Mark Quiñanola, Jonathan Quiamco, Jason
Quiamco, Jennifer Balansag, Eunice Vargas, Airelouis Datoy, Micayla Shibuya, Matthew
Shibuya, Mason Shibuya, Derek McWilliams, Rachel Opie, Sarah Opie, Ryan Hilberg, Rachel
Howell, and Robert Page Jr., along with many extended family members and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fruto Sr. and Teresa Quiñanola; his brother, Alexander;
his sisters, Cherry and Belen; and his nephew, James.
A celebration of Rolando's life will take place on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.,
followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m., at The Chapel in St. Joseph, Michigan.
Memorial contributions in Rolando's honor may be made to The Chapel EFFC, 4520
Washington Avenue, St. Joseph, MI 49085. Family and friends are invited to share memories
and condolences on the family's online tribute wall at www.starksfamilyfh.com.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Road,
St. Joseph, MI 49085.
Rolando will be remembered for his unwavering faith, selfless sacrifices, strong family values,
and unconditional love for his daughter. Though he will be deeply missed, his legacy of faith, love,
and dedication will forever remain in the hearts of his family and all who knew him.
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.”
— 2 Timothy 4:7 (KJV)
