LOS Angeles Philippine Women’s Club board of directors member and historian Lorna Dumapias passed away on November 30, 2019. Lorna was one of the longtime members of the 58-year-old organization that brings together Filipina woman 
throughout Los Angeles to promote education, cultural and philanthropic activities. Photos show Lorna attending the Philippine Women’s Club meeting last October 10. A promoter of Philippine heritage and an advocate for the preservation of Filipino historical landmarks, coupled with her experience as a journalist, Lorna had collected and edited stories about the Filipino American community, which were published in “Filipino American Experience: The Making of a Historic Cultural Monument.” A memorial service will be held in her honor to remember her contributions to the community.
