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Kelvin Montagner Obituary

MONTAGNER June 11, 1999 - Dec. 30, 2006 Kelvin was granted his angel wings on December 30, 2006 after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was just 7, our angel our little soldier. His final days were spent surrounded by his loving family and frie nds. He touched so many and will be remembered always. Kelvin was born in West Covina, California, and later moved to Palmdale where he attended Cimarron Elementary School where he left his mark. He enjoyed playing soccer, swimming, karate and thought he was the Play Station champion of the world. His dream was to become a "Cancer Doctor" to kill the "Monster" as he would call it so that no other child would have to battle such a beast ever again! Kelvin is survived by his daddy, Frank; his mommy, Rocio; and his baby brother, Zachary; and lots of family and friends that will miss him dearly. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 5, 2007, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and Funeral Services on Saturday January 6, 2007, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m., at Church of the Hills at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, CA (800) 204-3131. In lieu of flowers donations to "Kelvin Montagner Donation Fund" Wells Fargo #645-2171355.

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News on Jan. 5, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Kelvin Montagner

23 Entries

Janette Gama (Jose's wife/Citbank)

January 30, 2007

To the little Angel, Mommy, Daddy & Zacky, sorry to take so long to write this, but I want you to know that all of you are always in my prayers; I want to thank you for sending those e-mails. Thank you for letting us know about Kelvin, that very very special boy. I cried and prayed every time I read them. When we got the email that Kelvin’s cancer was terminal I couldn’t help not crying and feeling so sad, I thought why? Why such a little person. I talked to the priest in my church and asked him why God does this to little innocent people, he said that there is special Angels from Heaven that have a mission in life and God sends them to us to accomplish their mission and once that mission is accomplished he needs them back in Heaven where they belong. I can see how very well Kelvin accomplished his mission. Kelvin changed the lives of all the people that knew him and knew about him, such a warrior such a strong little boy, I can see what Kelvin did for me with out even knowing him, thanks to him I’m a better mother, I tell my kids how much I love them everyday and try to spend the most possible time with them. He taught me that there is harder things in life and sometimes we drown in a glass of water, I’ve learned so much from this little Angel from this little warrior, with out even knowing Kelvin I can tell that he was a wonderful and sweet little boy and this is why God needed him back and you should be so very proud for being his mother. I’m sure he is looking over you and he doesn’t like to see you sad because he also feels really sad to see you like that, just remember that Kelvin is now on the “BEST CRUISE EVER” and one day all of you will be together again.

tommy covington

January 13, 2007

You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Frmo the night shift staff 4west

Connie Garcia

January 12, 2007

To the little soldiers mommy and daddy. Only God knows why some of us take short cuts to Heaven and get there before we get there. If anyone should have left this busy world it seems like it should have been someone older not a little child but who are we to question what our Lord is doing. Everything He does is perfect. His ways are not our ways. All that you have been through with your sweet little soldier has molded you in to a different human being without you even noticing our Lord at work within you. All of this was done through your little angel Kelvin while you took care of him and prepared him to meet Jesus and you grew strong enough to let Jesus take over. May your family continue to grow in the Lord and I pray that God will use you to continue His work here on earth until the day you see your little angel once more. Thank you for the opportunity to know your family through your emails. I cannot tell you how many days I felt ashamed of the petty things I had complained about comparing them to you and Kelvins days. I pray that you will stay strong amd continue down the path while the Lord takes you by the hand until the time you meet again.
May God pour out his heavenly blessings upon your family so you can feel His closeness.

Connie Garcia (Jills mom)

Kerri Horton

January 11, 2007

It is never easy to lose someone we love, especially a child. Kelvin is safe and he is in the presence of our Lord, feeling no pain, so sorrow, only joy! Though it is difficult to say "goodbye, it is only for a short time. Until that time, may God grant your family peace and ease your aching hearts. It was an honor to pray for all of you, to the see the courage that each family member had as they have faced the effects that cancer had on little Kelvin. We will all remember him and live fuller lives for just having read your stories. Still praying for you-

Kerri Horton

Chris Brown

January 11, 2007

Hi, You dont know us but we are friends of Jeff & Jill Howie.They fowarded us all the E-mails detailing the status of Kelvin.We were so touched by the courage of your little angel. We cried everytime we read them. We want to let you know how sorry we are for the loss of this awsome little boy.We now look at our children in a whole different light.Iam so sorry that Kelvin had to leave you so soon. I just look at it this way,God had a better job for Kelvin to do in HEAVEN.He is now looking down over all of us with a great smile on his face.I cant wait to meet him someday in HEAVEN.I felt like i already knew him by all the E-mails that Jill shared with us.I also forwarded those E-mails to all my friends and they all send their condolences.I hope that your family will be ok and cherish the times that you had with Kelvin and look forward to the times you will have with Zachery. Take care & GOD BLESS. Chris,Kelly,Heather,Matt, Alyx & Courtney Brown.

Miguel Flores

January 11, 2007

Frank and Rocio,
We all know that Grief never ends,but it Changes,We all know Grief is not a sign of weakness,nor a lack of Faith,It is the price of LOVE.We walk byFaith,Believing in things unseen & remember Kelvin who helped us to live by Faith,Hope and Joy.You are in our prayer.
With Lots of Love Miguel and Ruby

Tammy

January 11, 2007

Dearest Montagner Family, We have not had the honor of meeting but I felt led to write this note to you. I've followed the forwarded emails and have prayed for healing for Kelvin and strength for you. In his short life he touched so many. Sometimes God needs roses in His garden too, that's why he called Kelvin home. I will continue to pray that God wrap His arm around you, as He wraps His other arm around Kelvin. Much Love to you.

Jill Howie

January 11, 2007

Frank and Rocio - we are friends of miguel and Ruby and have thankfully been included in your email journal distribution. I cannot tell you how much you and your words have changed our lives. So many times when we were having a bad day at our house an email would come over and I would just fall on my face with the realization of how trivial the "bad" days were in our house. Because of you and your words I prayed over my children, because of you I hugged my children so much more, because of you I loved our children more, because of you I was a better mother more often. I know that many of my friends that I sent your emails to also did and felt the same. You see, Kelvin did not die in vain - even through the horribleness of this disease God used your beautiful son and your strength and courage to touch a MULTITUDE of people and change their lives. Thank you for allowing the Lord to use you and thank you for opening your heart at this sad time in all of your lives and sharing your raw, true emotions with all of us. It helped us to realize our mortality on this earth and more importantly reminded us to cherish our family and friends and to love with all our might. God bless your family today and always and just know that our family is praying that you all will transition through this season in your life as peacefully as possible. Can't wait to meet Kelvin in heaven one day and either can our two kids. Love to you all, Jill,Jeff,Jake and Payton Howie.

Peggy Eaton

January 11, 2007

Rocio, Frank and family,
My heart is overwhelmed with the love I would like to express to you. Having prayed with the e-mail prayer requests over the past year or so, I feel so closely connected with you. I also suffered a great loss and know the pain, yet know that Jesus is right here receiving our loved ones and the smile on their faces when they see His face is hope in my heart.

Darrell and Diana Jenkins

January 9, 2007

We to were forwarded the many emails of this great little soldier. We will continue to pray for the family's continued strength in the Lord.

Cynthia Biggs

January 9, 2007

Through forwarded emails, I too followed Kelvin's short life on this earth. I cried, got excited at a new treatment, closed my eyes in prayer, yet I never met Kelvin, nor his grieving, albeit, strong family.
My prayers continue to be with you, that you stay strong and heal as quickly as humanly possible.
God Bless You, as He and Kelvin now watch over you, his family.

Amber Bull

January 9, 2007

Rocio and Frank,
I was so lucky to be able to spend a year teaching Kelvin at the preschool.He has changed my life in so many ways and I am so proud of you both. You are wonderful parents. Kelvin will be missed, until we are with him again one day.
With deepest sympathy...
Ms. Amber

Gerardo De La Rosa

January 9, 2007

Rocio, Frank, Zacky...

We share your pain and are with you during this difficult time. Kelvin was an amazing fighter and his spirit will always be with us.

Gerardo De La Rosa
PADRES Contra El Cancer

Marlee Miller

January 9, 2007

Rocio and Frank,
I have never before had the pleasure of meeting a child as happy, outgoing and sweet as Kelvin. His strength through everything amazed me. I have also seen where he got such amazing strength, from the two of you. You are in our hearts and our prayers.
Marlee & Cadin

Kelvin the Magnificent! Always a fighter!

January 8, 2007

Our Angel, Our Little Soldier, Our Sunshine

January 8, 2007

Jeannette Napoles

January 8, 2007

Dearest Rocio,
We havn't actually met, but I was forwarded the emails that you would send out to your friends about little Kelvin and his tough journey that he endured. I'm also a mother and feel deeply for you and your loss. I'am thankful that Kelvin is now resting peacefully with the angels and not suffering here on earth anylonger. I will continue to pray for you and your family to overcome the sadness and grief that you are experiencing. One day soon, you will find peace in your hearts. May God be with you and your husband.

Jennifer Lyon

January 6, 2007

Dear Rocio, Frank and Zacky,
It has been an honor to pray for you in this past year. Thank you for allowing members of our prayer team to come and pray over you and Kelvin. My sons go to CImarron also and I became friends with Joan. I immediately took Kelvin's diagnosis to the team. Kelvin has been called home by God, no longer in pain or suffering. I can picture him now playing soccer, running around having a great time. Please know that you will always be in my prayers as God takes you into teh next season of your life. I have been so blessed by your strength and love as well as Kelvin's courage and strength of faith. I pray God's grace over your family!

Jessica Sandoval

January 6, 2007

I will always remember Kelvin's shining, smiling face as he played Nintendo in the playroom. My prayers are with you and your family. Kelvin will truely be missed, but his strength will live on in all of us.

Lisa Bornstein

January 5, 2007

Dear Rocio & Frank,

My thoughts are always with you in this very difficult time. I thank Diana for letting me meet such a wonderful & amazing child. God Bless you and your family.

Lisa (Dianas friend /Co-worker)

Denise Ortiz

January 5, 2007

I pray that god will heal your family from this terrible ordeal. I as a mother pray for you daily and know that god has take kelvin home and pray that I myself will get to meet him one day and let him know how much he has touched my heart as well as my families. We didnt know you in person but in our heart your journey touched us deeply we rest knowing Kelvin has actually won his battle and entered HEAVEN!
Love Juan and Denise Ortiz

LIZ SALDANA

January 5, 2007

we dont know each other, I read this on line and was touched. please accept my thoughts and prayers,your angel is in a happy place next to our lord. god bless you and your family.

January 5, 2007

Kelvin you were a strong courageous little boy. You are now with the King, free and playing with the angels.

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