Martin Nievera’s father Robert "Bert" Nievera has passed away at 81 years old.

Martin confirmed the news on Instagram last night, March 27, writing how life will never be the same now that he’s gone.

 

 

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

 

According to a report by ABS-CBN News, Robert died of organ failure caused by sepsis while confined at the Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center in Las Vegas.

Robert was also a popular singer in the 60s, and was dubbed the “timeless singer." 

Martin’s son Robin also shared a tribute to his grandfather on Instagram, and thanked him for all the wonderful memories they shared.

 

 

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

 

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

Our condolences to the Nievera family.

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