Noel "Kuya No" Resurreccion

Punong puno ng pasasalamat Kuya Noel

We called him “Kuya No”, and so did many others – staff, volunteers, members, and communities – people he embraced and inspired for over 30 years.

From ridge to reef, the footprints of Sir. Noel A. Resurreccion spanned the country. From the early 1990s, he worked in Mt. Isarog, Mt. Hilong-hilong, Mt. Irid-Angelo, Mt. Mingan, the Central Panay Mountains, Naujan Lake, Mt. Siburan, Sablayan, Lanuza Bay, Apo Reef, and many more—reaching communities across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

He was not just our colleague; he was our wisdom, our joy, and our teacher. We grieve this immense loss alongside his family, and we honor his memory by carrying his love for nature and people forward. 

The impact of his life’s work is rooted deeply in the earth and in our hearts, and it will never be forgotten. May his family find comfort in knowing how fiercely he was loved. With our deepest sympathies and lifelong gratitude.

Noel “Kuya No” Resurreccion – April 5, 1968 to June 18, 2026

We continue to welcome photos and messages from communities who knew him, you may submit yours in this Google Form here. You may also email them to hello@haribon.org.ph.

Messages from the community

"With full of smiles, you will be always remembered brother Noel… Keep smiling and rest in peace." -Hum Bahadur Gurung, BirdLife Asia
"His passion, dedication, and contributions to conservation will be remembered and greatly missed." -Mindoro Biodiversity Conservation Foundation, Inc. (MBCFI)
"His dedication to inclusive conservation, watershed protection, and environmental stewardship leaves an indelible mark on our organization." -Philippines Biodiversity Conservation Foundation, Inc. (PBCFI)
"He already [helped] build the organisation and shown us the path to follow. This is a big loss for the BirdLife family." -Kishor Rithe, Director, Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)
"…He was a warm and generous colleague whose insights and commitment left a lasting impression on everyone around him. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues…" - Dr Poshendra Satyal, Global Policy, BirdLife International
"...He was such an inspiration, and I will always remember his humor, curiosity and warmth towards people regardless of their background." -Martin Baumann, Head of Team International Biodiversity, NABU
"I will always look up to you and be grateful for the life and advocacy you dedicated to conservation." -Kathleen Zambas-Senga
"Looking back, I now understand that you were preparing me for the day when I would have to handle things on my own and you would no longer be there to guide me. I love you forever!" -Amelita "Inday" Talotalo
"In spite of the challenges in his assignment, he was calm, always smiling and looking forward for solutions." -Errol Abada Gatumbato
"Your quick wit, classic Tito jokes, at walang katapusang kwentuhan made every fieldwork and meetings lighter and more memorable." -Arlie Jo Endonila, Haribon COO
"Moments at Haribon were often fun and light kapag andun ka... Haribon was a happy place with you around." -Yasmin Mangila Ponce
"Dahil sa iyo, Kuya No, mas naitanim sa aking puso ang tunay na kahulugan ng paglilingkod, malasakit, at tunay na pagmamahal sa kapwa." -Mithi Laya G. Suarez
"Maraming salamat Sir Noel sa guidance at palaging pagdadala ng saya sa bawat usapan. Your efforts and advices will always be remembered." -Thaddeus Martinez
"Hindi ko makakalimutan... ang mga jokes na ikaw lang ang kayang magdeliver, mga pagkain ikaw lang ang kayang magluto." -Jessica Carlos
"Maraming salamat sa ridge to reef na kaalaman na iyong binigay... Sakin ay isa kang agar wood na bihira hanapin sa mundong ito..." -Jek Yparraguirre Coralde
"Kung paano ako kumilos bilang community worker, natutunan ko yun sayo... Dadalhin ko ang iyong prinsipyo, aral at pagmamahal habang ako ay buhay." -Ruth Condeno Martinez
"...One of my best mentors in the field of conservation. I have always admired his wit, his kindness, and his brilliance..." -Romnick T. Taladro
"Salamat sa mga kwento, payo, sermon, taray at maraming-maraming tawa at corny jokes! Salamat, Kuya No. Mahal kita, alam mo yan!" -Evarose Alvarez Capco
"As long as I've known Haribon, Noel has been there... he was always happy and he lived his life how he wanted to. Everyone who knew him was touched by him." -Lahiru Wijedasa, BirdLife International

More messages to be added soon.

We have received a large amount of messages and photos, and we are uploading them to this page gradually. If you do not see your submission here yet, it is on the way. If you have not yet submitted and would like to share, please do so via our Google Form here, or email us at hello@haribon.org.ph.