Elmer Pato

Elmer Pato (died July 16, 2020) was a Filipino taekwondo practitioner and sports executive who represented the Philippines in international competitions.

Elmer Pato

Personal information
Nationality	Filipino
Died	(2020-07-16)July 16, 2020 (aged 66)
Occupation	Architect
Sport
Country	Philippines
Sport	Taekwondo
Event	+80kg
Medal record Representing Philippines Men's taekwondo Asian Championship 1976 Melbourne 80 kg

Background

Pato is a recognized pioneer of the Philippine Taekwondo Association, having served as chairman for the national sports association's regional affairs.^[1] Pato competed at the 1976 Asian Championships in Melbourne, Australia where he clinched a bronze medal. He also served as an instructor and coach when Taekwondo was in its infancy in the country.^[1]

Personal life

Pato is survived by his wife Maria Janela Pato, seven daughters and three sons.^[1] He was an architect by profession. Pato died due to COVID-19, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, in July 16, 2020, at the age of 66.^[2][3]

Honors

• 1976 Asian Taekwondo Championships (+80 kg; Bronze)