Dr. Cesar Seguritan

Cesar Seguritan Obituary Dr. Cesar Sajor Seguritan sadly passed away on April 12, 2025. He was 76 years old. He was the loving and devoted husband of Teresita (Dalisay) for over 42 years. Cesar was born in Cabugao in the Ilocos Sur province of the Philippines to David and Maria Seguritan on December 8, 1948. He attended Cabugao Institute for grade school and Divine Word College of Vigan for high school, graduating as valedictorian of both. He later attended University of the Philippines where he obtained his bachelor’s degree. In 1973, he graduated from University of the East / Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center where he earned a degree in medicine. He completed his residency in surgery and diagnostic radiology at Richmond University Medical Center (formerly St. Vincent's Medical Center) in Staten Island. Cesar met Teresita, the love of his life, while working nearby as medical professionals in New York City hospitals. He literally swept her off her feet and they were married on December 19, 1982. They built their family in Staten Island, NY where they raised their three children Jeffrey, Richard and Christine. Cesar was a devout Catholic and parishioner of Holy Child Catholic Church. He worked as a diagnostic radiologist throughout his career, dedicated to helping and giving hope to as many people as possible while working at various hospitals across New York City. He also freely gave his time and talents on numerous medical mission trips in his homeland of the Philippines. Outside of his work, he was a true Renaissance man, engaging in and appreciating fine art, music, cinema and literature among his interests. One of his ambitious passion projects was to recreate on canvas many of his favorite paintings, particularly those of the Hudson River School. His Filipino roots were firmly held in his love for singing karaoke and reciting cultural poems, particularly Jose Rizal’s “Mi Último Adiós” (transl. "My Last Farewell"). He was also a long-time member of the Philippine Medical Association of America (New York Chapter), the Ilocano-American Association Inc., and the Pangasinan Association of USA. He was unceasingly selfless, often sacrificing his own wishes for the happiness of his family and friends. He loved to spend time with his family at home and on vacations, and would do the little things like handyman work around the house and tending to the family garden. He was a model of strength and resilience to everyone around him, showing incredible resolve and grace during his difficult health journey over the past 18 years. His remarkable example of serving others inspired his own son Richard to become a diagnostic radiologist in his footsteps. Cesar is survived by his wife Teresita (Dalisay) and his three children Jeffrey, Richard and Christine; four grandchildren (Lily, Avery, Caius and Scarlett); and siblings Fredelina, Reuben, Eleanor, Rene, Elsa, Merle and David; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Cesar’s family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, April 21, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm and again from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Scalia Funerals, 28 Eltingville Blvd, Staten Island NY 10312. His Funeral Mass will be at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, April 22 in Holy Child Catholic Parish at 4747 Amboy Rd, Staten Island NY 10312.

Dr. Cesar Seguritan

December 8, 1948 - April 12, 2025