Bayani Casanova Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Bayani Casanova (Oxon Hill, Maryland), whose life came to an end on January 13, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Mauricio Casanova and Purificacion Garcia Casanova; and his sisters, Luningning Fajardo (Rodolfo) and Flordeliza Lavezores (Gemino). He is survived by: his wife Erlinda Magnaye Casanova; his children, Juliet Casanova (Geoffrey Howard), Marianne Mangum (Bill), Rosanna Tangredi (Marc), Gregory Casanova (Danielle) and Romeo Casanova (Telissha); his siblings, Nelly Manguiat, Emmanuel Casanova (Emma), Rizalina Concepcion (Sim), Florencia Dorotan (Eddie) and Nathaniel Casanova; and his grandchildren, Felicia, Turner, Ronan, Cambric, Marissa, Wilder, Addison, Danica, Amelia, Mauricio, Dominic, Desiree, Breanna, Ava, Roland and Julianna. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and a large extended family.

Bayani's legacy is perhaps most defined by his historic contributions to Freemasonry.