17/06/2026
"Some viewers mocked the items, saying the printed images looked blurry."
Before the crowds, the recognition, and the nationwide tributes, Rene Baterbonia was simply a son trying to help his family.
During one of his mother's livestreams, Rene personally signed keychains bearing his photo so they could be sold online. Some viewers mocked the items, saying the printed images looked blurry.
But instead of getting discouraged, Rene quietly told his mother:
"Pasagdahi lang na, Ma. Sunod makapalit tag sariling printer para dili na hanap. Nya mamaligya pud ta ug jersey."
What others saw as a blurry keychain, Rene saw as the beginning of something bigger.
It was never just about selling souvenirs. It was about helping his family, building a dream, and believing that better days were ahead.
Today, those simple keychains have become priceless reminders of a young man whose dreams, humility, and determination touched countless lives.
🕊️ Rene Baterbonia (May 8, 2008 – June 8, 2026)