Rodolfo "Charlie" Lascano Labayo was called back home by God on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. He was born in 1955 in the Philippines. He was the son of Felix Labayo and Salvacion Lascano. He migrated to the United States to continue his education and later became a resident.

He loved and studied martial arts for many years and very quickly was honored and achieved his 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and finally 6th Dan black belt in martial arts, and then went on to become a beloved and talented instructor and mentor to so many people in his life. He spent many hours in nature fishing and loved working with his hands. He was always starting new projects whether for his home or just for his hobbies.

He was a dedicated husband, father, brother, uncle, and grandfather and an amazing friend. He was loved by many and will be missed by all.
His life and memory will live on through his wife, Debra Labayo, children Wen Labayo, Kai Labayo, Akina Labayo; step children Clarissa Mills, Elysia Bradley, Nicole Bradley, Xavier Peterson and countless others.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at the Long Neck Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 32013 Long Neck Road, Millsboro, DE 19966 where friends and family will gather after 10 a.m.