Primitivo Columna Eusebio

Primitivo Columna Eusebio, also known as "Steve" or "Tibo", age 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, in Long Beach, California, with his beloved wife, Antonia, and youngest daughter, Eugenia, by his side.

Primitivo was born in General Trias, Cavite Philippines, to Felix and Beatriz (Columna) Eusebio. Being fourth of seven children, he started working as a jeepney driver at a very young age. He then later served as a special driver for the US Naval Service in Subic. Primitivo grew to be well-known for his charm and wit by everyone he crossed paths with. He learned to be a reliable, jolly and respectful man.

Primitivo is survived by his wife, Antonia; and seven children Marcelina, Emilio, Beatriz, Elvira, Teresita, Eugenia, German and one step-daughter Roselia. He is also survived by twenty one grandchildren Cecilyn, Marceliah, Steve Leomar, Mary Grace, Millie Grace, Tonton, Emilyn, Ginalyn, Sammy, Sherry, Sarah, Christine, Chriselda, Alexia, Lexter, Omar, Marigine, Manny, Maricar, Marco, and Marlon; and was blessed to see five great-grandchildren Mikaela, Nathan, Caelen, Sammie Mae, Calyx and Zayden. Primitivo was a strong family man who always put his children first and did the best he could to teach and guide them.

Primitivo will forever be remembered for his joyful energy, gentle eyes, caring heart, loving embrace and unconditional love.