MANILA — The remains of Vic Capistrano, the executive assistant who was among those shot dead last July 24 inside the Ateneo de Manila University campus, have been reunited with his loved ones in his hometown Lamitan, Basilan.

• 3 dead in Ateneo de Manila University shooting, including former mayor from Basilan

Capistrano was the executive assistant of former Lamitan mayor Rosita "Rose" Furigay who was also killed in the shooting, along with university security guard Jeneven Bandiala.

Capistrano's wake was first held past midnight Tuesday in Quezon City. It took place in a chapel beside Furigay.

Capistrano’s remains were flown and ferried ahead of the Furigay matriarch. His transfer began early morning of Thursday and was welcomed by a throng of friends and family in his hometown, past 8 a.m.

His wake will be held in his residence. Date of his funeral is still being discussed by the family.

As of this writing, viewing is limited to close friends and family.

Capistrano was the president of LGBT Lamitan Chapter and was regarded as a one of the most devoted fighters for gender equality in the region.

• Lamitan LGBT community loses key figure in Ateneo shooting

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