Martin Nievera’s father Bert Nievera dies

MANILA, Philippines – Bert Nievera, the father of singer Martin Nievera, has died at the age of 81.

Martin confirmed the news with the caption on Instagra : “#RobertinParadise I can’t believe you’re gone. Life will never be the same again.”

#RobertinParadise I can’t believe you’re gone. Life will never be the same again.

A post shared by martinnievera (@martinnievera) on Mar 27, 2018 at 4:50am PDT

Martin’s ex-wife Pops Fernandez also posted a tribute to her former father-in-law.

“To Daddy Bert Nievera.. my second dad… may you rest in peace… so saddened to hear this news… thank you for all the beautiful memories…condolences to the Nievera family.”

To daddy bert nievera.. my second dad… may you rest in peace… so saddened to hear this news… thank you for all the beautiful memories… condolences to the nievera family… @martinnievera @vixnievera @zdzieba

A post shared by popsfernandez (@popsfernandez) on Mar 27, 2018 at 4:45am PDT

Robin, one of the sons of Martin and Pops posted: “To the one that started it all. The one the keeps singing even though he “forgot the stupid words.” Thank you for the memories, Lolo. I love you and I will miss you.”

To the one that started it all. The one the keeps singing even though he “forgot the stupid words.” Thank you for the memories, Lolo. I love you and I will miss you.

A post shared by Robin Nievera (@robinnievera) on Mar 27, 2018 at 6:05am PDT

According to a report from Pep, Martin and his sister were able to catch their father before he died. It was reported that Bert died due to multi-organ failure.

Bert Nievera was a popular singer in ’60’s. He also released a few albums in the Philippines before migrating to the US. – Rappler.com