Knights of Rizal - Hawaii Chapter

A historic afternoon for the Hawai‘i Area of the Knights of Rizal. We proudly honor the KGOR conferment of our esteemed Brother Knights, together with our distinguished DSS and DSC awardees — men whose service, leadership, and devotion continue to uplift our Order and strengthen our community. We also celebrate Lady Dr. Nancy Atmospera Walch, recipient of the prestigious Rizal Women of Malolos Award, recognizing her exemplary commitment to service, empowerment, and the ideals of Rizal.

Knight Grand Officer of Rizal (KGOR)

• Sir Alejandro "Alex" Vergara, KGOR
• Sir Florencio "Jun" Suela, KGOR
• Sir Gerhart Walch, KGOR
• Sir Armand Talbo, KGOR (reschedule)

Distinguished Service Cross (DSC)

• Sir Reynaldo Pineda, KOR
• Sir Eugene "Gino" Soqueña, KCR
• Sir Romulo Onnagan, KCR

Distinguished Service Star (DSS)

• Sir Thannie Agarpao, KOR

Distinguished Service Medal (DSM)

•Sir Dr. Inam Rahman, KCR LM (not present)

Mabuhay ang ating mga Kapatid na Kabalyero, at mabuhay ang ating Lady!

Your achievements bring honor to the Hawai‘i Area and inspire us all to continue the noble work entrusted to us.

Another meaningful community outreach program was carried out by the Knights of Rizal Western USA, in collaboration with the Hawai‘i Chapter, Akamai Ladies of the Knights of Rizal (ALOKOR), Aloha Chapter, KORO‑Ilustrado Chapter and other international chapters in Canada and Switzerland. This remarkable project was made possible through the energy and outstanding support of Mayor of Angono, Rizal, Past Supreme Commander Sir Gerry Calderon, and Deputy Supreme Commander Sir Joel Tuplano.

A true testament to teamwork, service, and shared commitment to uplifting our communities.

The Knights of Rizal Hawai‘i Chapter proudly supports the National Rizal Youth Leadership Institute, not simply as a financial contribution but as a true investment in our youth. We uphold Dr. José Rizal’s timeless belief that the youth is the hope of the nation — ang kabataan ang pag‑asa ng bayan.

By supporting NRYLI, we help prepare the future leaders of our country to serve with integrity, discipline, and love of nation.

The Knights of Rizal Hawaii Chapter proudly supported the 72nd Anniversary and Installation of Officers of the Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii held on July 11 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort.

The Hawaii Chapter of the Knights of Rizal held another productive meeting, assessing past initiatives and strategizing future programs with significant assistance from Area Commander Sir Michael Berueda, KGOR LM.

The Hawaii Chapter served as the Parade of Colors, a community service by the Chapter hosted by the Philippine Nurses Association of Hawaii, featuring Sir Eduardo Lonzanida, KOR, Sir Dean Garcia, KGOR, and Sir Rommel Aczon, KCR LM.