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AURORA DIZO,
I IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
I CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
Plaintiff,
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I No. 96-203
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ORLANDO E. DIZO, I
Defendant. CIVIL ACTION - ANNULMENT
MOTIOII rOR IIITRY or DICRIE IN JUlJltJLllENT
Plaintiff, Aurora Dizo, by and through her attorneys,
IRA H. WEINSTOCK, P.C., hereby motions the court to enter a
Decree in Annulment for the following reasonSI
1. A Complaint in Annulment was filed in this Court on
January 17, 1996.
2. A Motion for Appointment of Master and the Affida-
vit of Service was filed in this Court on April 11, 1996.
3. The parties were married on October 5, 1986 in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
4. Defendant, Orlando E. Dizo, married one Nehmia V.
Ramos on November 3, 1980 in Ramon, Isabela, Republic of the
Philippines.
5. Defendant entered into the marriage with the
Plaintiff on October 5, 1986 when the aforesaid marriage to
Nehmia V. Ramos had not been annulled, nor had there been a
divorce or any termination of said marriage contract.
6. Orlando Dizo hereby represents that he does not
intend to present any defense to the facts alleged in the above-
referenced complaint in annulment, and does not contest the
AURORA DIZO, I IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
I CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
Plaintiff, I
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vs. . NO. 96-203
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ORLANDO E. DIZO, I
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Defendant. I CIVIL ACTION - ANNULMENT
STIPULATION
The parties hereby stipulate to the following facts
with regard to the above-captioned matterl
1. A Complaint in Annulment was filed in this Court on
January 17, 1996.
2. A Motion for Appointment of Master was filed in
this Court on April 11, 1996.
3. The parties were married on October 5, 1986 in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
4. Defendant married one Nehmia V. Ramos on November
3, 1980 in Ramon, Isabela, Republic of the Philippines.
5. Defendant entered into the marriage with the
Plaintiff on October 5, 1986 when the aforesaid marriage to
Nehmia V. Ramos had not been annulled, nor had there been a
divorce or any termination of said marriage contract.
6. Orlando Dizo has been advised to retain independent
legal representation in this matter and after being so advised
has knowingly, voluntarily, intelligently and willingly chosen to
decline to retain such counsel.
7. Orlando Dizo hereby represents that he does not
intend to present any defense to the facts alleged in the above-
referenced complaint in annulment, and does not contest the
accuracy of the facts there alleged.
8. Orlando Dizo hereby represents that he agrees to
the entry of a decree of annulment in the above-captioned matter
and further agrees that a Master's hearing is not necessary at
this time.
9. The parties request that the alleged marriage
between them be deemed null and void, and that the Court enter a
Decree in Annulment.
10. The parties have entered into the attached Prop-
erty Settlement Agreement and/or Agreement and Release of Claims
dated March 27, 1996. Said Agreement will be incorporated into
the Divorce in Annulment by reference and the parties have agreed
to comply with it.
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PROPERTY SETTLEl\IENT AGREEMENT
AND/OR AGREElm:NT AND RHE,\SE OF Clu\IMS
This PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND/OR AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF
CLAIMS is made and entered into this ~/'N/' day of March, 1996, by and between Aurora
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Dizo and Orlando E. Dizo
ImEREAS, Aurora Dizo, an adult individual residing in the Cumberland County, Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania; and Orlando E. Dizo, an adult individual residing in Cumberland County,
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. were married on October 5, 1986 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia
County, Pennsylvania; and
WHEREA.'t, on the date of the panies marriage, Aurora Dizo was unaware that Orlando E. Dizo had,
on November 3, 1980, married one Nehmia V, Ramos in the City or Municipality of Ramon, in the
Province ofIsabela, in the Republic of the Philippines, and that the marriage of Orlando E, Dizo and
Nehmia V, Ramos had not been dissolved by divorce or annulment; and
WHEREAS, when Aurora Dizo learned that the marriage of Orlando E, Dizo and Nehmia V, Ramos
existed and had not been dissolved, Aurora Dizo filed a Complaint in Annulment in the Court of
Common Pleas, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, Docket No. 96-203; and
WHEREAS, Orlando E. Dizo has agreed to the entry of a Decree of Annulment of the marriage
between the panies to this Agreement; and
ImEREoj..., Aurora Dizo and Orlando E, Dizo desire to settle and determine their rights and
obligations;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises, covenants, and undertakings
contained herein, it is agreed by and between the parties hereto that:
I. SeparatitJff - It shall be lawful for each party at all times hereafter to live separate and apart
from each other at such place as he or she from time to time shall choose or deem fit.
2. Inrnfemrct!S - Each party shall be free from interference, authority and control by the other,
as fully as if he or she were single and unmarried, except as may be necessary to carry out the
pro\isions of this Agreement. Neither pany shall molest or attempt to endeavor to molest the other,
or in any way harass or malign the other, nor in any other way interfere with the peaceful existence,
separate and apan from the other,
J. DMs;on of Real Property - The panies agree that Aurora Dizo advanced significant monies
toward the purchase of the real property mentioned herein and contributed significant monies toward
the upkeep and maintenance of said property, Accordingly, the parties agree that Aurora Dizo shall
receive the real estate located at 16 Charisma Drive, Camp Hill, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
now titled in the name of Aurora Dizo and Orlando E, Dizo, subject to the mortgage thereon, Aurora
Dizo shall be responsible lor payment of this obligation, together with all taxes, costs, maintenance.
and expenses associated with the real estate, Further, she agrees to indemnitY and hold Orlando E,
Dizo harmless for payment of such obligations,
4, OMsitln lif Personal Properly - The panies have divided. to their mutual satisfaction. aU
personal propeny owned by them during the marriage including. but not limited to. household goods
and furnishings. personal effects and other propeny used by them in common and neither party will
make any claim to any of the personal propeny presently in the possession of the other, The parties
agree that should it become necessary at any time for either party to execute any titles. deeds. or
similar documents to give effect to this paragraph, it shall be done immediately upon the request of
the other party. .
S. PnrsiUlf PlMs - Aurora Dizo agrees to relinquish all rights. title. and interest she may have
in any and all of Orlando E. Dizo's pension plan(s), Orlando E, Dizo agrees to relinquish all righls,
title, and interest he may have in any and all of Aurora Dizo's pension plans,
6. Alimony - Each party hereby agrees not to claim or demand any support for himself or
herself, alimony pendente Ilte. permanent alimony, counsel fees or expenses from the other party,
except as specifically provided in this agreement. The panies agree that the earning capacity of
Orlando E. Dizo significantly exceeds the earning capacity of Aurora Dizo. The parties agree that
Aurora Dizo contributed significant monies. consisting of her pre-marital savings and assets. toward
the purchase of and maintenance of assets acquired by the parties and toward the maintenance and
support of Orlando E. Dizo in the belief that her marriage was valid and would continue. The parties
agree that if Aurora Dizo had not contributed said monies in reliance on the validity of her marriage.
these monies would have been available for and used toward her continued maintenance and support.
TIle parties agree that because Aurora Dizo did expend her pre-marital savings and assets upon the
items mentioned herein, additional monies are necessary for the maintenance and support of Aurora
Dizo, Accordingly. the parties agree that Orlando E. Dizo shall pay to Aurora Dizo, commencing
upon the date of entry of the Decree of Annulment, with each subsequent payment due on the tenth
day of each month thereafter for a period of fifteen (15) years, the sum of two hundred dollars
(5200.00) per month. The panies agree that the monies paid to Aurora Dizo under this section of
this Agreement shall be considered alimony and that, to the extent permitted under the Internal
Revenue Code and Regulations thereunder. such amounts may be considered as alimony includable
in the income of Aurora Dizo. and deductible by Orlando E, Dizo.
7. Breach - If either pany breaches any provision of this Agreement, the other pany shall have
the right, at his or her election, to sue for damages for breach, The party breaching this Agreement
shall be responsible for the payment of legal fees and costs incurred by the other in enforcing his or
her rights under this Agreement. or seeking such other remedy or relief as may be available to him
or her, The parties agree that they may enforce this Agreement in accordance with the provisions as
set fonh in the Divorce Code of 1980. as amended.
B. FilII Oisclosllre - Orlando E, Dizo and Aurora Dizo each represent and warrant to the other
that he or she has made a full and complete disclosure to the other of all of their assets and income
to the other, Although values for assets fluctuate and appraisals of the value of real estate and other
assets are subject to differences of opinion. each acknowledges thaI they have clearly and completely
disclosed to each other their assets and their liabilities
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9. AddititHIlll Instruments - Each of the parties to this Agreement shall on demand execute and
deliver to the other any deeds, bills of sale, assignment. consents to change of beneficiary 011
insurance poiicies, tax returns and olhr.r documents and do or cause to be done any other act or thing
that may be necessary or desirable to the provisions of this Agreement. Ifeither party fails on demand
to comply with this provision, that party shall pay to the other all attorneys' fees, costs and other
expenses reasonably incurred as a result of such failure.
10, Wail'er of Claims Against Estates - Except as otherwise provided herein, each party may
dispose of his or her property in any way, and each party hereby waives and relinquishes any and all
rights he or she may now have or hereafter acquire, under the present or future laws of any
jurisdiction, to share in the property or the estate of the other as a result of their relationship,
including, without limitation, dower, curtesy, statutory allowance, widow's allowance, right to take
in intestacy, right to take against the Will of the other, and right to act as administrator or executor
of the other's estate, and each will, to the request of the other, execute, acknowledge and deliver any
and all instruments which may be necessary or advisable to cany into effect this mutual waiver and
relinquishment of all such interests, rights and claims.
11. Death During Period of Separation -In the event the parties are residing separate and apart
at the time of either party's death, it shall be deemed that the parties marriage has been annulled. In
this event. the surviving party shall receive only that property described in this Agreement.
12. Effective Agreement - This Agreement shall bind the parties, their heirs, executors,
administrators and assigns.
lJ. J'o/unttuy Exealtion - The provisions of this Agreement are fully understood by both parties
and each party acknowledges that this Agreement is fair and equitable, that it is being entered into
voluntarily and that it is not the result of any duress or undue influence.
U. Entire .-Igrument - This Agreement contains the entire understanding of the parties and there
are no representations. warranties, covenants or undertakings other than those expressly set forth
herein,
IS. Prior .-Igreement - It is understood and agreed that any and all property settlement
agreements which mayor have been executed prior to the date and time of this Agreement are null
and void and of no effect.
16. ModificlltitHI tIIId W/lil'er - Any modification or waiver of any provision of this Agreement
shall be effective only if made in wriling and executed with the same fonnality as this Agreemenl,
The failure of either party to insist upon strict performance of any of the provisions of this Agreement
shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent default oflhe same or similar nature.
17. Governing Lalll- This Agreement shall be governed by and shall be construed in accordance
with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,
18. Indepemknt Separate COI'en/lnt,f - It is specifically understood and agreed by and between
the parties hereto that each paragraph hereof shall be deemed 10 be a separate and independent
covenant and agreement,
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19. Void l.7auses - If any lenn, condition, clause or provision of this Agreement shall be
determined cr declared to be void or invalid in law or otherwise, then only thattenn, condition, clause
or provision shall be stricken from this Agreement and in all other respects this Agreement shall be
valid and continue in full force, effect and operation,
20. Entry IU Part of Decree -II is the intention of the panies that this Agreement shall survive
any action for annulment or divorce which has been or may be instituted or prosecuted by either party
and no order, judgment or decree of annulment or divorce. temporary, final or penn anent, shall affect
or modifY the financial terms of this Agreement. This Agreement shall be incorporated, but not
merged, into any final Decree in Annulment or Divorce.
21. Wailln of Rig"t! Under Pennsyll'tUlia Oil'Of'Ce Code - The panies hereto acknowledge and
understand that the Divorce Code of Pennsylvania, as amended, secures certain rights, benefits and
obligations to domestic litigants by resort to a Coun of Law in PeMSylvania, such rights, benefits and
obligations, including but not limited to alimony, alimony pendente lite, equitable distribution of
nwital property, injunctive relief, maintenance ofinsurance policies, right to live in the family home,
and payment of counsel fees, costs and expenses. The panies hereto have been advised and
acknowledge that each understands that the Divorce Code of Pennsylvania, 23 Pa. C.S,A. ~3101, et
seq.. as amended, specifically exempts from the definition of marital property that property excluded
by valid agreement of the panies, and the panies hereto intend that this Agreement be such a "valid
agreement" to excludc such property, and that the statutory law shallthereforc govern, The panies
hereto further acknowledgc that upon execution and acceptance of the within Agreement, they are
irrevocably waiving all of the rights, benefits and obligations provided in the Divorce Code of
PeMsylvania, the Civil Procedural Support Law ofPeMsylvania, or other applicable law.
22. Wailln of Rig"" Untkr OivotU CfXk of Ot"er Ju"sd/cdons - In the event that any action
for annulment, divorce, dissolution ofmaniage, separate maintenance, support or similar actions shall
be instituted by either of the panies in a jurisdiction other than Pennsylvania, the panies further agree
that each of them does hereby waive any and all rights that the laws of that jurisdiction shall grant to
them, whether such jurisdiction is a state which permits equitable distribution of marital property or
not, whether such state recognizes the concept of community property, or whether or not the laws
of any such state are similar or dissimilar to the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In the
event that the law of such other jurisdiction holds invalid any waiver of spousal support, then that
party obtaining spousal support agrees to indemnifY and hold hannless the other party dollar for dollar
for any amount that must be paid as spousal support, alimony pendente lite, pennanent alimony or
the like, '
2J. Parties' Intent - The panies intend that, pursuant to the PeMsylvania Divorce Code, this
Agreement constitute a Property Settlement Agreement within the meaning of the Code, with all the
rights and remedies available thereunder, If, for any reason this Agreement cannot be considered a
Property Settlement Agreement within the meaning of the Code, ihen this Agreement shall be
considered a Senloment Agreement and Release of Claims in which, for the consideration stated in
this Agreement, and for and under the promises, tenns and conditions contained therein, the parties
agree 10 release any and all claims they each may have against the other arising out of the claims
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.OTIC. TO DIPI.D "D CLAIM RIOHT.
IOU BAVI .... .UID I. COURT. If you wish to defend
against the claims set forth in the fOllowing pages, you must
take prompt action. You are warned that if you fail to do so,
the case may proceed without you and a decree of divorce or
annulment may be entered against you by the Court. A jUdgment
may also be entered against you for any other claim or relief
request~d in these papers by the Plaintiff. You may lose money
or propertr or other rights important to you, including custody
or visitat on of your children.
When the ground for the divorce is indignities or
irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, you may request marriage
counseling. A list of marriage counselors is available in the
Office of the Prothonotary,
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AURORA DIZO, I IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff, I CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
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ORLANDO E. DIZO, I
Defendant. I Civil Action - In Annulment
COM'LAIBT IB JUlJfULMl:IIT
1. Plaintiff, Aurora Dizo, is an adult individual
residing at 26 Charisma Drive, Camp Hill, Cumberland County,
Pennsylvania, 17011.
2. Defendant, Orlando E. Dizo, is an adult individual
residing at 26 Charisma Drive, Camp Hill, Cumberland County,
Pennsylvania, 17011.
3. The Plaintiff has been a bona fide resident of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for at least six months immediately
previous to the filing of this Complaint.
4. The Defendant has been a bona fide resident of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for at least six months immediately
previous to the filing of this Complaint.
5. The Plaintiff and the Defendant were married
October 5, 1986 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylva-
nia.
6. On November 3, 1980, Defendant married one Nehmia
V. Ramos in Ramon, Isabela.
7. On October 5, 1986, Defendant entered into the
marriage with the Plaintiff when the aforesaid marriage to Nehmia
V. Ramos had not been annulled, nor had there been a divorce or
any termination of said marriage contract.
8. The Defendant knowingly entered into a bigamous
marriage with the Plaintiff, the innocent and injured spou8e,
when the aforesaid former marriage was still subsisting.
9. There has been no confirmation by cohabitation or
other acts by the Plaintiff subsequent to the removal of the
impediment to the marriago.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests that the alleged marriage
between herself and the Defendant be deemed null and void, and
that the Court enter a Decree of Annulment.
I verify that the statements made in this Complaint are
true and correct. I understand that false statements herein are
made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. Section 4904 relating
to unsworn falsifications to authorities.
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ORLANOO E. DIZO, I
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Defendant. I Civil Action - Divorce
AFrIDAVIT OP SIRVICI
Ira H. Weinstock, Esquire, being duly sworn according
to law, deposes and says that he mailed a true and correct copy
of the Complaint in Divorce upon the Defendant on January 18,
1996, by depositing it in the United States mail, return receipt
requested, restricted delivery addressed as follows I Mr. Orlando
Dizo, 26 Charisma Drive, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, 17011. At-
tached hereto as Exhibit "AU is the Receipt for Certified Mail
and a PS Form 3849 from the post office which indicates the
Defendant received and signed for the Complaint. The return
receipt signed by the Defendant was inadvertently misplaced after
it was returned to the undersigned.
I verify that the statements made in this Affidavit are
true and correct. I understand that false statements herein are
made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. 54904 relating to
unsworn falsification to authorities.
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ORLANDO E. DIZO, I
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Defendant. I CIVIL ACTION - ANNULMENT
MOTIOB POR BBTRI OP DICRIB IN ANNULMIBT
Plaintiff, Aurora Dizo, by and through her attorneys,
IRA H. WEINSTOCK, P.C., hereby motions the court to enter a
Decree in Annulment for the following reasons:
1. A Complaint in Annulment was filed in this Court on
January 17, 1996.
2. A Motion for Appointment of Master and the Affida-
vit of Service was filed in this Court on April 11, 1996.
3. The parties were married on October 5, 1986 in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
4. Defendant, Orlando E. Dizo, married one Nehmia V.
Ramos on November 3, 1980 in Ramon, Isabela, Republic of the
Philippines.
S. Defendant entered into the marriage with the
Plaintiff on October 5, 1986 when the aforesaid marriage to
Nehmia V. Ramos had not been annulled, nor had there been a
divorce or any termination of said marriage contract.
6. Orlando Dizo hereby represents that he does not
intend to present any defense to the facts alleged in the above-
refsrenced complaint in annulment, and does not contest the
accuracy of the facts there alleged. (See Stipulation filed
hereto) .
7. The parties have entered into a Property Settlement
Agreement and/or Agreement and Release of Claims dated March 27,
1996. Said Agreement will be incorporated into the Decree in
Annulment by reference and the parties have agreed to comply with
it.
8. The parties entered into a Stipulation on May 15,
1996 which is being filed simultaneously with this motion.
9. Orlando Dizo hereby represents that he agrees to
the entry of a decree of annulment in the above-captioned matter.
(See Stipulation filed herewith).
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, Aurora Dizo, requests that the
alleged marriage between herself and the Defendant be deemed null
and void, and that the Court enter a Decree in Annulment.
Respectfully Submitted,
IRA H. NlIBSTOCK, '.C.
800 North Second Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
Phonel 717-238-1657
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Defendant. I CIVIL ACTION - ANNULMENT
STIPULATION
The parties hereby stipulate to the following facts
with regard to the above-captioned matter I
1. A Complaint in Annulment was filed in this Court on
January 17, 1996.
2. A Motion for Appointment of Master was filed in
this Court on April 11, 1996.
3. The parties were married on october 5, 1986 in
philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
4. Defendant married one Nehmia V. Ramos on November
3, 1980 in Ramon, I8abela, Republic of the Philippines.
s. Defendant entered into the marriage with the
Plaintiff on October 5, 1986 when the aforesaid marriage to
Nehmia V. Ramos had not been annulled, nor had there been a
divorce or any termination of said marriage contract.
6. Orlando Dizo has been advised to retain independent
legal repreaentation in this matter and after being so advised
has knowingly, voluntarily, intelligently and willingly chosen to
decline to retain 8uch counsel.
7. Orlando Dizo hereby represents that he does not
PROPERTY SE'I"J'U:Mt:NT MfREEMt:NT
AND/OR M;RHl\U:NT AND Rt:U:ASt: m' CI.AIMS
This PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND/OR AGREEMENT AND RELEASE Of
CLAIMS is made and entered into this 171/1 day of March, 1996, by and between Aurora
Dizo and Orlando E Dizo
WHERE..,S, Aurora Dizo. an adult individual residing in the Cumberland County, Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania; and Orlando E. Dizo, an adult individual residing in Cumberland County,
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. were married on October 5, 1986 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia
County, Pennsylvania; and
WHERE......., on the date of the plll1ies marriage, Aurora Dizo was unaware that Orlando E. Dizo had.
on November 3, 1980, married one Nehmia V. Ramos in the City or Municipality of Ramon, in the
Province oflsabela. in the Republic of the Philippines, and that the marriage of Orlando E. Dizo and
Nehmia V. Ramos had not been dissolved by divorce or annulment; and
WHERE......., when Aurora Dizo leamed that the marriage of Orlando E. Dizo and Nehmia V. Ramos
existed and had not been dissolved. Aurora Dizo tiled a Complaint in Annulment in the Coun of
Common Pleas, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, Docket No. 96.203; and
WHERE"'S, Orlando E. Dizo has agreed to the entry ofa Decree of Annulment of the marriage
between the panies to this Agreement; and
WHERE..,S, Aurora Dizo and Orlando E. Dizo desire to sellle and determine their rights and
obligations;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises, covenants, and undenakings
contained herein, it is agreed by and between the panies hereto that:
I. Separad/1fI -It shall be lawful tor each pany at all times hereafter to live separate and apan
from each other at such place as he or she from time to time shall choose or deem fit.
1. Intet/erences - Each party shall be free from interference, authority and control by the other.
as fully as if he or she were single and unmarried. except as may be necessary to carry out the
provisions of this Agreement. Neither plll1y shall molest or allemptto endeavor to molest the other,
or in any way harass or malign the other, nor in any other way interfere with the peaceful existence.
separate and apan from the other
J. DMsi/ln (If Real PrrJPU'J' - The plll1ies agree that Aurora Dizo advanced signiticant monies
toward the purchase of the real property mentioned herein and contributed significant monies toward
the upkeep and maintenance of said propeny. Accordingly. the panics agree that Aurora Dizo shall
receive the real estate located at ::!6 Charisma Drive. Camp Hill. Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
now titled in the name of Aurora Dizo and Orlando E. Dizo, subject to the mongage thereon. Aurora
Dizo shall be responsible for payment of this obligation. together with all taxes, costs. maintenance.
and expenses associated with the real estate. Funher. she agrees to indemnifY and hold Orlando E.
Dizo harmless for payment of such obligations.
4. I);..;s;on (if Personal P,(/pert}' - The parties have divided, to their mutual satisfaction. all
personal property owned by them during the marriage including, but not limited to, household goods
and furnishings, personal eITects and other property used by them in common and neither party will
make any claim to any of the personal property presently in the possession of the other. The parties
agree that should it become necessary at any time for either party to execute any titles, deeds, or
similar documents to give eITectto this paragraph, it shall be done immediately upon the request of
the other party.
S. Pens;(}If Plan., - Aurora Dizo agrees to relinquish all rights, title, and interest she may have
in any and all of Orlando E. Dizo's pension plan(s). Orlando E. Dizo agrees to relinquish all rights,
title. and interest he may have in any and all of Aurora Dizo's pension plans.
6. Alimony - Each party hereby agrees not to claim or demand any support for himself or
herself, alimony pendente lite, permanent alimony, counsel fees or expenses from the other party,
except as specifically provided in this agreement. The parties agree that the earning capacity of
Orlando E. Dizo significantly exceeds the earning capacity of Aurora Dizo. The parties agree that
Aurora Dizo contributed significant monies, consisting of her pre-marital savings and assets, toward
the purchase of and maintenance of assets acquired by the parties and toward the maintenance and
support of Orlando E. Dizo in the belief that her marriage was valid and would continue. The parties
agree that if Aurora Dizo had not contributed said monies in reliance on the validity of her marriage,
these monies would have been available for and used toward her continued maintenance and support.
The parties agree that because Aurora Dizo did expend her pre-marital savings and assets upon the
items mentioned herein, additional monies are necessary for the maintenance and support of Aurora
Dizo. Accordingly, the parties agree that Orlando E. Dizo shall pay to Aurora Dizo. commencing
upon the date of entry of the Decree of Annulment, with each subsequent payment due on the tenth
day of each month thereafter for a period of fifteen ( I S) years, the sum of two hundred dollars
(5200.00) per month. The parties agree that the monies paid to Aurora Dizo under this section of
this Agreement shall be considered alimony and that, to the extent permitted under the Internal
Revenue Code and Regulations thereunder, such amounts may be considered as alimony includable
in the income of Aurora Dizo, and deductible by Orlando E. Dizo.
7. Breach - If either party breaches any provision of this Agreement. the other party shall have
the right, at his or her election. to sue for damages for breach. The party breaching this Agreement
shall be responsible for the payment of legal fees and costs incurred by the other in enforcing his or
her rights under this Agreement, or seeking such other remedy or relief as may be available to him
or her. The parties agree that they may enlbrce this Agreement in accordance with the provisions as
setlbrth in the Divorce Code of 1980, as amended.
8. F/lIII)isc/osure - Orlando E. Dizo and Aurora Dizo each represent and warrant to the other
that he or she has made a full and complete disclosure to the other of all of their assets and income
to the other. Although values for assets fluctuate and appraisals of the value of real estate and other
assets are subject to diITerences of opinion. each acknowledges that they have clearly and completely
disclosed to each other their assets and their liabilities
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9. Adtlidonllllnstruments - Each of the paniesto this Agreement shall on demand execute and
deliver to the other any deeds, bills of sale, assignment, consents 10 change of beneficiary on
insurance policies, tax returns and olher documents and do or cause 10 be done any other act or thing
that may be necessary or desirable to the provisions of this Agreement. If either pany fails on demand
to comply with this provision. that party shall pay to the other all allorneys' fees, costs and other
expenses reasonably incurred as a result of such failure.
10. Wllil'er of Claims Against Estates - Except as otherwise provided herein, each party may
dispose of his or her property in any way, and each party hereby waives and relinquishes any and all
rights he or she may now have or hereafter acquire, under the present or future laws of any
jurisdiction, to share in the property or the estate of the olher as a result of their relationship,
including, without limitation, dower, curtesy, statutory allowance, widow's allowance, right to take
in intestacy, right to take against the Will of the other, and right to act as administrator or executor
of the other's estate, and each will. to the request of the other, e"ecute, acknowledge and deliver any
and all instruments which may be necessary or advisable to carry into effect this mutual waiver and
relinquishment of all such interests, rights and claims.
II. Ikatft Dllring Period ofSeptUrltion -In the event the parties are residing separate and apart
at the time of either party's death. it shall be deemed that the parties marriage has been annulled. In
this event, the surviving party shall receive only that property described in this Agreement.
12. Effective .4greement - This Agreement shall bind the parties, their heirs, executors,
administrators and assigns.
/J. VoIllntlll)' Exealdon - The provisions of this Agreement are lWIy understood by both parties
and each party acknowledges thatlhis Agreement is fair and equitable, that it is being entered into
voluntarily and that it is not the result of any duress or undue influence.
U. Entire AlP'ffment- This Agreement contains the entire understanding of the parties and there
are no representations, warranties, covenants or undertakings other than those expressly set forth
herein.
15. Prior Agreement - It is understood and agreed that any and all property settlement
agreements which mayor have been executed prior to the date and time of this Agreement are null
and void and of no effect.
16. ModificlllilHt and Wllil'er - Any modification or waiver of any provision of this Agreement
shall be effective only if made in writing and executed with the same formality as this Agreement.
The failure of either party to insist upon strict performance of any of the provisions of this Agreement
shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent delilUlt of the same or similar nature.
17. (,'U1'1!171ing I.aw - This Agreement shall be governed by and shall be construed in accordance
with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
IN. Independent Sepa1'llte (iJloenllnt,f - It is specifically understood and agreed by and between
the parties hereto lhat each paragraph hereof shall be deemed to be a separate and independent
covenant and agreement.
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19. Vt,id (7tlUse.f - If any term. condition, clause or provision of this Agreement shall be
determined or declared to be void or invalid in law or otherwise, then only that term, condition. clause
or provision' shall be stricken from this Agreement and in all other respects this Agreement shall be
valid and continue in full force, effect and operation.
20. En"" 4f Ptlrt of Decree - It is the intention of the parties that this Agreement shall survive
any action for annulment or divorce which has been or may be instituted or prosecuted by either party
and no order, judgment or decree of annulment or divorce,temporary, final or permanent. shall affect
or modifY the I1nancialteims of this Agreement. This Agreement shall be incorporated, but not
merged. into any final Decree in Annulment or Divorce.
21. WllivntfRiglt" Under PennsylVtlftitl D11'tJn:e CtHIe - The panies hereto acknowledge and
understand that the Divorce Code of Pennsylvania, as amended, secures cenain rights, benefits and
obUgations to domestic litigants by reson to a Court of Law in PeMsylvania, such rights, benefits and
obligations. including but not limited to alimony, alimony pendente lite, equitable distribution of
nwital property, injunctive relief, maintenance of insurance policies, right to live in the family home,
and payment of counsel fees, costs and expenses. The panies hereto have been advised and
acknowledge that each understands that the Divorce Code ofPeMsylvania, 23 Pa. C.S.A. ~3101, et
seq., as amended, specifically exempts from the delinition of marital propeny that propeny excluded
by valid agreement of the panies, and the panies hereto intend that this Agreement be such a "valid
asreement" to exclude such propeny, and that the statutory law shall therefore govern. The panies
hereto further acknowledge that upon execution and acceptance of the within Agreement, they are
irrevocably waiving all of the rights. benefits and obligations provided in the Divorce Code of
Pennsylvania, the Civil Procedural Suppon Law ofPeMsylvania, or other applicable law.
22. Wllivn of Riglt" Untkr Divotr:e Code tf Otlter Jurisdic:tiOfts - In the event that any action
for annulment, divorce, dissolution ofmaniage, separate maintenance, suppon or similar actions shall
be instituted by either of the parties in a jurisdiction other than Pennsylvania, the panies funher agree
that each of them does hereby waive any and all rights that the laws of that jurisdiction shall grant to
them, whether such jurisdiction is a state which permits equitable distribution of marital property or
not, whether such state recognizes the concept of community property, or whether or not the laws
of any such state are similar or dissimilar to the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In the
event that the law of such other jurisdiction holds invalid any waiver of spousal suppon, then thai
party obtaining spousal support agrees to indemnifY and hold harmless the other party dollar for dollar
for any amount that must be paid as spousal suppon, alimony pendente lite, permanent alimony or
the like.
2.1. Ptlrtie.f' Intent - The panies intend that. pursuant to the Pennsylvania Divorce Code, this
Agreement constitute a Property Settlement Agreement within the meaning of the Code, with all the
rights and remedies available thereunder. If, for any reason this Agreement cannot be considered a
Propeny Settlement Agreement within the meaning of the Code, then this Agreement shall be
considered a Selllement Agreement and Release of Claims in which, for the consideration stated in
this Agreement. and for and under the promises, terms and conditions contained therein, the panics
agree to release any and all claims they each may have against the other arising out of the claims
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The partie8 hereby stipulate to the following facts
with regard to the above-captioned matterl
1. A Complaint in Annulment was filed in this Court on
January 17, 1996.
2. A Motion for Appointment of Master was filed in
this Court on April 11, 1996.
3. The parties were married on October 5, 1986 in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
4. Defendant married one Nehmia V. Ram08 on Novembsr
3, 1980 in Ramon, I8abela, Republic of the Philippines.
S. Defendant entered into the marriage with the
Plaintiff on October 5, 1986 when the aforesaid marriage to
Nehmia V. Ramos had not been annulled, nor had there been a
divorce or any termination of said marriage contract.
6. Orlando Dizo has been advised to retain independent
legal representation in this matter and after being so advised
has knowingly, voluntarily, intelligently and willingly chosen to
decline to retain such counsel.
7. Orlando Dizo hereby represents that he does not
intend to present any defense to the facts alleged in the above-
referenced complaint in annulment, and does not contest the
accuracy of the facts there alleged.
8. Orlando Dizo hereby represents that he agrees to
the entry of a decree of annulment in the above-captioned matter
and further agrees that a Master's hearing is not necessary at
this time.
9. The partie8 request that the alleged marriage
between them be deemed null and void, and that the Court enter a
Decree in Annulment.
10. The parties have entered into the attached Prop-
erty Settlement Agreemsnt and/or Agreement and Release of Claims
dated March 27, 1996. Said Agreement will be incorporated into
the Divorce in Annulment by reference and the parties have agreed
to comply with it.
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PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGltEEMENT
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This PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND/OR AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF
CLAJMS is made and entered into this ~71/1 day of March, 1996, by and between Aurora
Dizo and Orlando E. Dizo.
WHERE."S, Aurora D;zo, an adult individual residing in the Cumberland County, Commonweahh
of Pennsylvania; and Orlando E. Dizo. an adult individual residing in Cumberland County,
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. were married on October 5, 1986 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia
County, Pennsylvania; and
WHERE....\~ on the date of the panies maniage, Aurora Dizo was unaware that Orlando E. Dizo had.
on November 3, 1980, married one Nehmia V, Ramos in the City or Municipality of Ramon, in the
Province oflsabela, in the Republic of the Philippines, and that the marriage of Orlando E, Dizo and
Nehmia V. Ramos had not been dissolved by divorce or annulment; and
WHERE.W, when Aurora Dizo learned that the maniage of Orlando E. Dizo and Nehmia V. Ramos
existed and had not been dissolved. Aurora Dizo filed a Complaint in Annulment in the Coun of
Common Pleas, Cumberland County, PeMsylvania, Docket No. 96-203; and
WHEREAS, Orlando E. Dizo has agreed to the entry of a Decree of Annulment of the marriage
between the panies to this Agreement; and
IflHERE.-4S, Aurora Dizo and Orlando E. Dizo desire to seule and detennine their rights and
obligations;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises, covenants, and undenakings
contained herein, it is agreed by and between the panies hereto that:
I. Separatiflll - It shall be lawful for each pany at all times hereafter to live separate and apan
from each other at such place as he or she from time to time shall choose or deem fit.
2. lntet/erenct!S - Each party shall be free from intert"erence, authority and control by the other.
as fully as if he or she were single and unmarried, except as may be necessary to carry out the
pro\lSions of this Agreement. Neither pany shall molest or atlemptto endeavor to molest the other,
or in any way harass or malign the other, nor in any other way intert"ere with the peaceful existence.
separate and apan from the other.
J. OiliS;f/tf of Real Property - The parties agree that Aurora Dizo advanced significant monies
toward the purchase of the real property mentioned herein and contributed significant monies toward
the upkeep and maintenance of said propeny. Accordingly. the parties agree that Aurora Dizo shall
receive the real estate located at ::!6 Charisma Drive, Camp Hill. Cumberland County, Pennsylvania,
now titled in the name of Aurora Dizo and Orlando E. Dizo, subject to the mongage thereon. Aurora
Dizo shall be responsible for payment of this obligation. together with all taxes. costs, maintenance.
and expenses associated with the real estate. Funher. she agrees to indemnifY and hold Orlando E,
Dizo harmless for payment of such obligations.
4, DMiion of Penlmal Propert)' - The parties have divided, to their mutual satisfaction, all
personal property owned by them during the marriage including, but not limited to, household goods
and furnishings. personal effects and other property used by them in common and neither party will
make any claim to any of the personal property presently in the possession of the other. The parties
agree that should it become necessary at any time for either party to ellecute any titles, deeds, or
similar documents to give elTectto this paragraph. it shall be done immediately upon the request of
the other party.
5, Penn()tf Plans - Aurora Dizo agrees to relinquish all rights, title, and interest she may have
in any and all of Orlando E. Dizo's pension plan(s). Orlando E. Dizo agrees to relinquish all rights.
title, and interest he may have in any and all of Aurora Dizo's pension plans.
6. Alimony - Each party hereby agrees not to claim or demand any support for himself or
herself. alimony pendente lite, permanent alimony, counsel fees or ellpenses from the other party,
ellcept as specifically provided in this agreement. The parties agree that the earning capacity of
Orlando E. Dizo significantly ellceeds the earning capacity of Aurora Dizo. The parties agree that
Aurora Dizo contributed significant monies, consisting of her pre-marital savings and assets, toward
the purchase of and maintenance of assets acquired by the parties and toward the maintenance and
support oiOrlando E. Dizo in the beUefthat her marriage was valid and would continue, The parties
agree that if Aurora Dizo had not contributed said monies in reliance on the validity of her marriage,
these monies would have been available for and used toward her continued maintenance and support.
The parties agree that because Aurora Dizo did ellpend her pre-marital savings and assets upon the
items mentioned herein, additional monies are necessary for the maintenance and support of Aurora
Dizo. Accordingly, the parties agree that Orlando E. Dizo shall pay to Aurora Dizo, commencing
upon the date of entry ofthe Decree of Annulment, with each subsequent payment due on the tenth
day of each month thereafter for a period of fifteen (IS) years, the sum of two hundred dollars
(5200.00) per month. The parties agree that the monies paid to Aurora Dizo under this section of
this Agreement shall be considered alimony and that, to the elltent permitted under the Internal
Revenue Code and Regulations thereunder, such amounts may be considered as alimony includable
in the income of Aurora Dizo. and deductible by Orlando E. Dizo.
7. Breach -If either party breaches any provision of this Agreement. the other party shall have
the right. at his or her election. to sue for damages for breach. The party breaching this Agreement
shall be responsible for the payment of legal fees and costs incurred by the other in enforcing his or
her rights under this Agreement. or seeking such other remedy or relief as may be available to him
or her. The parties agree that they may enforce this Agreement in accordance with the provisions as
set forth in the Divorce Code of 1980, as amended.
B, Fldl Disclosure - Orlando E. Dizo and Aurora Dizo each represent and warrant to the other
that he or she has made a full and complete disclosure to the other or all of their assets and income
to the other. Although valueslbr assets fluctuate and appraisals of the value of real estate and other
assets are subject to differences of opinion, each acknowledges that they have clearly and completely
disclosed to each olher their assets and their liabilities
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9. AddititNIaJ Instnlments - Each of the panies to this Agreement shall on demand execute and
deliver to Ihe other any deeds, bills of sale, assignment, consents 10 change of beneficiary on
insurance poiicies, tax returns and other documents and do or cause to be done any other act or thing
that may be necessary or desirable to the provisions of this Agreement. If either party fails on demand
to comply with this provision, that pany shall pay to the other all attorneys' fees, costs and other
expenses reasonably incurred as a result of such failure.
10. Wail'e, of Claims Against Estates - Except as otherwise provided herein, each party may
dispose of his or her propeny in any way, and each party hereby waives and relinquishes any and all
rights he or she may now have or hereafter acquire, under the present or future laws of any
jurisdiction, to share in the propeny or the estate of the other as a result of their relationship,
including, without limitation, dower, curtesy, statutory allowance, widow's allowance, right to take
in intestacy, right to take against the Will of the other, and right to act as administrator or executor
of the othCf's estate. and each will. to the request of the other, execute, acknowledge and deliver any
IIId all instruments which may be necessary or advisable to carry into effect this mutual waiver and
relinquishment of all such interests, rights and claims.
II. DetItIt O"ring Period ofSqHI1VIitNI -In the event the panies are residing separate and apan
It the time of either party's death, it shall be deemed that the panies marriage has been annulled. In
this event, the surviving party shall receive only that propeny described in this Agreement.
12. Effective .",nement - This Agreement shall bind the parties. their heirs, executors.
administrators and assigns.
IJ, VoI"nttll)' ExecudtNI - The provisions of this Agreement are fully understood by both panies
and each pany acknowledges that this Agreement is fair and equitable, that it is being entered into
voluntarily and that it is not the result of any duress or undue influence,
U. Entin ."gr'ffment - This Agreement contains the entire understanding of the parties and there
are no representations. warranties, covenants or undertakings other than those expressly set forth
herein.
IS. Prio, .",nement - " is understood and agreed that any and all propeny selllement
agreements which mayor have been executed prior to the date and time of this Agreement are null
and void and of no effect.
16. ModificatitNI and Wail'" - Any modification or waiver of any provision of this Agreement
shaH be effective only if made in writing and executed with the same fonnality as this Agreement.
The failure of either patty to insist upon strict perfonnance of any of the provisions of this A!lreement
shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent detault of the same or similar nature.
17. Gt1I<eming Law - This Agreement shall be governed by and shall be construed in accordance
with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
18, Independent Separate COI'f!nanu - " is specilically understood and agreed by and belween
the parties hereto that each paragraph hereof shall be deemed to be a separate and independent
covenant and agreement.
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IfI. Jlo;d (1uU.fes - If any term, condition, clause or provision of this Agreement shall be
dctennined i?r declared to be void or invalid in law or otherwise. then only that term, condition, clause
or provision shall be stricken from this Agreement and in all other respects this Agreement shall be
valid and continue in full force, effect and operation.
10. Ell"" tIS Pm tlf Decree - It is the intention of the panies that this Agreement shall survive
any action for annulment or divorce which has been or may be instituted or prosecuted by either pany
and no order, judgment or decree of annulment or divorce. temporary, final or permanent, shall affect
or modifY the financial terms of this Agreement. This Agreement shall be incorporated, but not
merged. into any final Decree in Annulment or Divorce.
11. Wlliver tJf Rights Ullder PenllsyllWf;U DiI'Of'Ce Code - The parties hereto acknowledge and
Wlderstand that the Divorce Code of Pennsylvania, as amended, secures certain rights, benefits and
obligations to domestic litigants by resort to a Court of Law in PeMSylvania, such rights, benefits and
obligations. including but not limited to alimony, alimony pendente lite, equitable distribution of
nwital property, injWlctive relief, maintenance of insurance policies, right to live in the family home,
and payment of counsel fees. costs and expenses, The parties hereto have been advised and
acknowledge that each understands that the Divorce Code ofPeMSylvania, 23 Pa. C,S.A. ~3101, et
seq., as amended, specifically exempts from the definition of marital property that propeny excluded
by valid asreement of the parties, and the parties hereto intend that this Agreement be such a "valid
agreement" to exclude such propeny, and that the statutory law shall therefore govern. The parties
hereto further acknowledge that upon execution and acceptance of the within Agreement, they are
irrevocably waiving all of the rights, benefits and obligations provided in the Divorce Code of
Pennsylvania, the Civil Procedural Support Law of Pennsylvania, or other applicable law,
11. WIIi\W tJf Rights UII. DiI'Ol'U Code tJf Other Jllrlsdit'liotls - In the event that any action
for annulment. divorce, dissolution of marriage. separate maintenance. support or similar actions shall
be instituted by either of the parties in a jurisdiction other than Pennsylvania, the parties further agree
that each of them does hereby waive any and all rights that the laws of that jurisdiction shall grant to
them, whether such jurisdiction is a state which pennits equitable distribution of marital propeny or
not, whether such state recognizes the concept of community propeny, or whether or not the laws
ofany such state are similar or dissimilar to the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In the
event that the law of such other jurisdiction holds invalid any waiver of spousal support, then that
party obtaining spousal support agrees to indemnifY and hold harmless the other pany dollar for dollar
for any amount that must be paid as spousal support, alimony pendente lite, permanent alimony or
the like.
1J. Purt;es' [IItellt - The parties intend that, pursuant to the Pennsylvania Divorce Code, this
Agreement constitute a Property Settlement Agreement within the meaning of the Code, with all the
rights and remedies available thereunder. If, for any reason this Agreement cannot be considered a
Propeny Settlement Agreement within the meaning of the Code, then this Agreement shall be
considered a Settlement Agreement and Release of Claims in which, for the consideration stated in
this Agreement, and for and under the promises. terms and conditions contained therein. the parties
agree to release any and all claims they each may have against the other arising out of the claims
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contained in the Complaint in Annulment filed by Aurora Dizo and mentioned above.
14. Rtjirr!JmtlldOlf By Legal CtJfIffsel- The provisions ofthis agreement and their legal effect
have been fully explained to Aurora Dizo by Ira H, Weinstock. Esquire, counsel for Aurora Dizo.
Orlando E. Dizo acknowledges that he has been advised that he has the right to obtain legal counsel
to represent him and has been urged to obtain legal counsel. Orlando E. Dizo has intelligently,
knowingly, and voluntarily waived his right to be represented by legal counsel.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto, intending to be legally bound hereby, have
hereunto set their hands and seals the day and year first written above.
WITNESS:
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MOTION rOR INUI or DICRlI IN AIIIIULIIIBT -, u:>
Plaintiff, Aurora Dizo, by and through her attornsy.,
IRA H. WEINSTOCK, P.C., hereby motions the court to enter a
Decree in Annulment for the following reasonsl
1. A Complaint in Annulment was filed in this Court on
January 17, 1996.
2. A Motion for Appointment of Master and the Affida-
vit of Service was filed in this Court on April 11, 1996.
3. The parties were married on October 5, 1986 in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
4. Defendant, Orlando E. Dizo, married one Nehmia V.
Ramos on November 3, 1980 in Ramon, Isabela, Republic of the
Philippines.
s. Defendant entered into the marriage with the
Plaintiff on October 5, 1986 when the aforesaid marriage to
Nehmia V. Ramos had not been annulled, nor had there been a
divorce or any termination of said marriage contract.
6. Orlando Dizo hereby represents that he does not
intend to present any defense to the facts alleged in the above-
referenced complaint in annulment, and doe8 not contest the
AURORA DIZO,
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 96 - 203
plaintiff
vs.
ORLANDO E. DIZO,
Defendant
IN ANNULMENT
ORDER OF COURT
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AND NOW, thi8
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2( day of
1996, a decree in annulment having been entered on June 12,
1996, and no economic claims having been raised in the action,
the appointment of the Master is vacated.
BY THE COURT,
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Ira H. Weinstock
Attorney for Plaintiff
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NOTICE TO RESUME PRIOR SURNAME
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Notary Public, personally appe~ed the above affiant known to me to
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acknowledged that he/she executed the foregoing for the purpo8e
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