Capitol said the death of Enriqueta “Nang Equit” Butalid is a significant loss to Bohol.
Butalid passed away on Jan 7, 2026 and she was 89 years old.
She was a former first lady as she was the wife of former Gov. Rolly Butalid.
She was revered as a cultural figure and peacefully passed on Wednesday.
She was a pianist and a champion of Boholano music and arts.
She founded the Center for Culture and Arts Development (CCAD) and was instrumental in elevating Boholano performing artists to international stages.
She was the wife of the late former Bohol Governor Rolando “Rolly” Butalid who served from 1978–1986.
The provincial government and local leaders described her death as a “significant loss,” noting her lifelong dedication to preserving Boholano heritage.
She actively worked to organize cultural workers, and initiated the revival of local music and dance.
She is being remembered as one whose work left a lasting legacy in the province.
Her passion for leadership and music helped shape Boholano culture identity and legacy.
She helmed the CCAD as a way of fostering local talent and promoting Boholano culture.
She led the office for a long time, working to elevate the level of Boholano performance artists.
Meanwhile, former Bohol governor Edgar Chatto paid tribute to Butalid in a social media post following the news of the cultural icon’s death.
Chatto said Nang Equit is remembered as an icon in Bohol’s culture and arts landscape.
He offered prayers for the eternal repose of Nang Equit’s soul and sent his condolences to her loved ones.