(Bataan 1st district Rep. Geraldine Roman's Facebook)

Bataan 1st district Rep. Geraldine Roman paid tribute to the late Nueva Vizcaya Governor Carlos Padilla in a Facebook post Friday afternoon, May 5.

"It is with a heavy heart that I offer my sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of Governor Carlos M. Padilla of Nueva Vizcaya," Roman wrote.

"His unwavering commitment to enriching the lives of others through education and arts will continue to inspire us," said the House Committee on Women and Gender Equality chairperson.

"Thank you Governor Padilla for your service. May you rest in peace," Roman further said.

Padilla passed away at the age of 78 earlier Friday.

He was a former deputy speaker and minority leader in the House of Representatives.