Background
Leighton, Veronica Venus was born on May 31, 1940 in Navotas, Rizal, Philippines. Arrived in United States, 1966. Daughter of Cipriano and Adoracion (Francisco) Bacatan.
Leighton, Veronica Venus was born on May 31, 1940 in Navotas, Rizal, Philippines. Arrived in United States, 1966. Daughter of Cipriano and Adoracion (Francisco) Bacatan.
Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service, University Philippines, Diliman, 1962.
Society columnist Philippine News, Chicago, since 1976, assistant bureau chief. President Verrene Inc., since 1978, Veron Publishing Company, Chicago, since 1981. Public Via Times, Chicago.
Columnist Maynila Magazine, Chicago, 1983.
Chairperson Habagat Cotillion, 1979. Member, executive board Friends of Channel 11, Chicago, since 1981. Delegate Filipino-American Council Chicago, since 1982.
Member Ninoy Aquino Movement, Chicago, since 1983. Member of Philippine Chamber of Commerce (director), National Association Female Executives, Chicago Philippine Lioness Club, Chicago & Philippine Press Club (treasurer since 1982), U.P. of America Club (director).
Married Robert A. Leighton, May 29, 1971. 1 child Robert E.