Worshipful brother Banjoe was born on November 18, 1965 in San Fernando, Pampanga Philippines. In July of 1989, he enlisted in the US Navy and migrated to San Diego, Ca. that year. 

Worshipful brother Banjoe is married to Amina Ventura a dedicated housewife, they have two kids, Naomi Marie and Christian Gabriel.

He retired from the service in 2009 and continued his studies and graduated with a Masters degree in Business. In 2010 he joined Kaiser Permanente work force as the Lead Life Safety Engineer. 

Worshipful brother Banjoe began his Masonic journey in 2001 and was finally raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason in 2002.

In 2023, he was installed as Master of WSL869, with his leadership, dedication to the fraternity and the full support of his corps of officers and members they were able to build a stronger and successful foundation for the Widows Sons Lodge.