Obituary of Gustavo R. Victoriano, Jr.

Gustavo R. Victoriano, Jr., 84, passed peacefully on April 3, 2024 at his home in Columbia, SC with his wife of 55 years, Carmen and his daughter, Carmela at his side. Born Nov. 18, 1939 in Manila, Philippines, Junior was the son of the late Gustavo F. Victoriano, Sr. and Primitiva R. Victoriano.

Junior lived more than half of his life in the Philippines and was a graduate of Adamson University, class of 1960. He had several careers and two retirements - once in the Philippines and another in South Carolina.

Junior lived a full life and mostly on his own terms. He enjoyed his final years sightseeing and traveling with his wife, Carmen.

Left to cherish Junior’s memories are his wife, Carmen C. Victoriano, his sons, Gustavo C. Victoriano, III (m. Beverly), and Carlo Jose C. Victoriano (m. Frank), his daughter, Carmela V. Larkby (m. Christopher), and his grandchildren, Matthew C. Larkby, Nathan C. Larkby, and Joshua G. Victoriano. He was predeceased by his grandchild, Haley Victoriano.

We love you and appreciate you, Dad.  Go be with our family on the other side.

A graveside interment will be held on May 13, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at The Basilica of St. Peter, 1529 Assembly St, Columbia, SC 29201.

The South Carolina Cremation Society is assisting the family. Family and friends may sign the online guest book by clicking on the “Tribute Wall” tab above.