02/02/2026
Following our recent announcement of the passing of our beloved Ma Leny “Malen” Ignalaga, we would like to provide an official update:
🍀 Investigation and Repatriation
Formal legal proceedings have been initiated in Murcia, Spain to gain a clearer understanding of the circumstances surrounding Malen’s passing.
Atty. Karl Arriola, the common law husband of Malen, and the Ignalaga family are one in seeking a full investigation, which includes a formal medical review, to resolve all doubts and to find the clarity we need in relation to Malen's untimely demise.
Karl will be with Malen in Spain until such proceedings are completed.
Afterwards, as Malen is currently in Spain, we also have to comply with the necessary requirements of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Philippines for her eventual repatriation to Cebu City, Philippines, and subsequently, her return back home to Victorias City, Negros Island Region.
🍀In summary, and to set expectations, it may take some time before Karl can bring Malen home to the Philippines.
We humbly request everyone to respect the privacy of the people close to Leny, most especially her family.
🍀 Daily Prayer Sessions
While we wait for Malen to be back home, we invite you to join us in spirit and prayer. We are holding daily online prayer sessions and would be honored by your presence as we gather virtually to remember her and seek comfort together.
Time: 6:30PM Philippine Time / 11:30 AM Spain Time
Gmeet: https://meet.google.com/rod-peam-rbn
We understand that many of you are waiting to pay your final respects in person. We ask for your continued patience and grace as we navigate this challenging ordeal.
We will provide a formal update with the service details as soon as they are confirmed.
🍀 Support, Condolences, and Assistance
We are grateful for those who sent their support and assistance during this difficult time.
For those who wish to offer support, condolences, or assistance of any form, please coordinate with the official representatives of Malen:
🍀Cebu City, Cebu Philippines:
Atty. Charro Ratilla Lingcon - One of Leny’s closest and trusted friends
Email: [email protected]
🍀Victorias City, Negros Occidental, Philippines:
Ellen Ruth I. Ubaldo - Leny’s sister
Email: [email protected]
Your kindness, prayers, and love have been a great source of comfort to us. Thank you for your continuing support, patience, and understanding during this difficult time.
With gratitude,
The Ignalaga Family, together with Karl Arriola, KaLe and Ignalaga, Medina, and Llegunas Law Team, and Malen's dearest friends. 🤗🙏