Introduction
Vicente Gonzales Duterte (November 23, 1911 – February 21, 1968), who also goes by the nickname Nene and Teti, was a Filipino politician and lawyer. He became Governor of the then-unified province of Davao succeeding Alejandro Almendras who was elected Senator.
Early life
Vicente Gonzales Duterte was born to Facundo Duterte y Buot (Filipino: Facundo Buot Duterte) and Zoila Gonzáles from northern Cebu. He had four siblings and a half-brother.
Political career
Duterte previously served as Mayor of Danao, Cebu after he was appointed in that position in an acting capacity by then President Sergio Osmeña. He and his family moved to Davao in 1949. From 1959 to 1965, Duterte served as governor of Davao.
Personal life
Duterte was married to Soledad Roa, a teacher whom he first met at the Bureau of Public Schools. He is the father of Rodrigo Duterte, the 16th President of the Philippines, and grandfather of Paolo and Sara Duterte.