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MONTALVO, Luis Enrique
Luis Enrique Montalvo passed from this life on April 11, 2012. He was the childhood sweetheart since the age of twelve, and beloved husband of Ingrid Davila de Montalvo for 32 years. Luis was born in Havana, Cuba in 1960, the son of the late Olga Mirella Montalvo and Jose Luis Montalvo and lived in Hartford for most of his life. He attended Our Lady of Sorrows School and Hartford Public High School. Luis worked for the Hartford Public Library for the Bookmobile Program for more than 21 years where he was beloved by the readers on his route. Recently, he was employed by the American Red Cross as a driver/blood technician. Besides his adored and devoted wife Ingrid, he is survived by three children, Luis Jose Montalvo and his wife Tertia, Ingrid Mireya Montalvo and her partner Gabriel Negron, Xiomara Enid Montalvo and her partner Diego Lopez; six grandchildren, Arianna, Lianna, Luis Jose Jr., Joseph Anthony, Alexia and Gabriella; nineteen nieces and nephews; his sister Ileana Montalvo and many many loving and dear friends and colleagues. Luis's sense of humor and contagious laughter will never be forgotten. His loyal and generous spirit will live forever in the hearts of all those who knew him.
Calling hours will be Today, April 12 from 5-8 p.m. at the Sheehan-Hilborn-Breen Funeral Home, 1084 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford. Funeral procession will be Friday, April 13, 10 a.m. from the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 79 New Park Avenue, Hartford. Burial will follow the Mass at Mount Saint Benedict Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Luis's memory to the Hartford Public Library's Bookmobile Program, 500 Main St., Hartford, CT 06103.
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Memories and Condolences
for Luis MONTALVO
Sponsored by Ileana Montalvo (sister).
Raymond Louis Ciccaglione
April 6, 2025
Call me Ileana. Louie would like that.
Edward M AZCONA
April 6, 2025
REST IN PEACE BROTHER!!!
Ray Ciccaglione HPL
April 6, 2023
Poor Louie he was a friend for a long time. Thank you Iiliana.
Deborah Wilcox
April 6, 2021
So many years have passed and I still remember you and your wife were inseparable. You had the true meaning of a family, children, grandchildren, and extended family. Only the young pass too soon.
You are always remembered with a smile on my face.
Ray Ciccaglione
April 9, 2019
Louie, thinking of you and missing you. Gone too soon brother!
February 13, 2016
OMG, my god,? I love you so much!!!! You were a friend, uncle, and father to me!!!! Your smile brought joy tonourblives!!! I miss you miss you so much!!
Rest in peace my love
Ingrid Montalvo
February 11, 2016
A mi querido esposo Luis Enrique
Hoy que no disfruto de tu presencia,
elevo el pensamiento en la distancia
para así poder disfrutar de tu fragancia,
hoy que no estas, siento nostalgia,
recuerdo con cariño besos y abrazos
llenos de ternura y pasión
pues fueron viva llama de nuestra relación.
Hoy que no estas porque una enfermedad te hacia sufrir y Dios misericordioso puso el consuelo a tu alma,hoy que no estas, no sufrirás mas pues ya no hay nada que te ate al dolor,a la desesperación y desesperanza,
pues ya viajaste en la distancia a un sitio mejor,sólo me resta desear paz a tu alma,y la eternidad no será causa de olvido,sólo nos queda el recuerdo de los días felices vividos,tres hijos que adoro y quiero,fruto de la pasión y el amor que existe entre los dos,la muerte logro separarnos,mas no olvidare en camino recorrido juntos,los detalles, tu dedicación, amor y pasión con la que me trataste,hacen más difícil olvidarte, que descanses en paz y si hay otra vida y volviera a nacer me gustaría encontrarte otra vez.
Vivirás para siempre en nuestros corazones.
Tu esposa que te adora y nunca te olvidara
Ingrid
October 10, 2014
I just so this, today. I it brings me good memories of how happy Luis always was and how much he loved coffee. Gone too soon. Very nice man and a gentleman with all his co-workers at the Library. Carmen
January 19th 1980 Our weading day!!
Ingrid Montalvo
January 11, 2014
Ingrid and Luis 1979
Ingrid Montalvo
January 11, 2014
Ingrid and Luis 1982
Ingrid Montalvo
January 11, 2014
Luis and Xiomara (daughter) 2008
Ingrid Montalvo
January 11, 2014
1983 Luis and Ingrid
Ingrid Montalvo
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1979 Luis and Ingrid
Ingrid Montalvo
January 11, 2014
2001 Ingrids Qincianero
Ingrid Montalvo
January 11, 2014
June 2011
Ingrid Montalvo
January 11, 2014
1981 - Ingrid - Luis 1 year after we got married
Ingrid Montalvo
January 11, 2014
January 1987- My hubby Luis
Ingrid Montalvo
January 11, 2014
The love of my life!!
Ingrid Montalvo
January 11, 2014
Wilda Correa
January 6, 2014
My heart is saddened. I just found out about your departure Luis. I am sorry for not being current on what is going on around me. I can not believe it! Some time not to long ago you came to get one of my cakes you loved so much, and as always you smiled as you paid more than what I asked for it.
Ingrid, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I would have never think of this to happen. There is no word in my mind to express how sorry and sad I am for your loss. Please, forgive me for being so disconnected from those who once helped me like you both did. rest in peace "Don Luis".
Celina
December 6, 2013
Hey Luis,
It's been sometime now, you are greatly missed. Please continue to watch over my sister and your family, we need all the saints we can get. Say hi to my siblings Joe, Syio and Yvette!!! Everyone is greatly missed!!!
Ana Mary Martinez
November 6, 2012
Dear Eileen,
The postcard con tu hermanito is precious! EDP. I cannot imagine your pain and lose, but know that you are in thoughts and prayers.. I was just thinking of you and your family the other day. It was a blessing to see this in my email box today. It would be a huge pleasure to hear from you ol friend. Iam here if there is anything I can do. Always with Gods Love & Peace. Ana Mary
St Augustine Luis & Ileana 1962
Ileana Montalvo
November 5, 2012
Beloved. I miss you.
Ana Mary Martinez
May 29, 2012
Ileana, Ingrid and Family my heartfelt condolences. Iam so sorry to hear about your lose. God Bless.
Ana Mary Martinez (Euless TX)
Joseph Ruiz
May 3, 2012
My cousin Louie was the coolest cousin I had. The summers I spent in CT, especially the family road trip to Niagara Falls, staying up all night talking and laughing, are some of my best childhood memories. He always took care of me like an older brother and I'll miss him dearly. I'll always cherish the times we spent in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale. My thoughts and prayers are with Ingrid & Louie, Jr. and all of the family. Wish we could all be together during this sad time.
Michelle M. Murphy, Dir. of Communications, Northwest Catholic High School
April 25, 2012
On behalf of Principal/Chief Administrator Margaret Williamson and the entire Northwest Catholic High School community, I offer my deepest sympathy on the passing of Luis Montalvo.
Because his son, Jose Montalvo '95, his daughter-in-law, Tertia Melluzzo Montalvo '95, and now his granddaughter, Arianna Montalvo '13 are all part of the NWC family, we believe that Mr. Montalvo was, as well, and we grieve his death along with all those who loved him.
We will remember Mr. Montalvo in schoolwide prayer this week, and will keep Arianna and the entire family close to our hearts in the days and weeks to come. We are very, very sorry for your loss.
Carlos Martinez
April 23, 2012
To Ileana, Ingrid and Family, you have my deepest condolences on the passing of your brother and husband, he was a childhood friend of mine, and he will be missed.
Vicky and Joaquin Diego-Montalvo
April 23, 2012
It's never easy to pass through trying times, such as the loss of someone so close and dear to us all. Luis was an extraordinary and exceptional man. His character and personality made him special as he brought laughter and happiness to everyone around him. He will be missed dearly and our prayers to our Lord Jesus Christ will be with him always. Our deepest condolences are with the rest of the family and although we may be far away our hearts and love are there with you always from Dr. Fernando and Alicia Montalvo children and grandchildren.
April 19, 2012
Ingrid and family,
We were sorry to hear of Louie's passing,please accept our heartfelt condolences.You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Scott and Maria Theriault
Farmington, Ct
Edward Azcona
April 19, 2012
To all of his family, Ingrid (grande y chiquita) Xio, little luis his grandchildren, to everyone who shared his life, Luis was a great person, his smile, his being there for everyone at anytime or anyplace will never be forgotten. I send you all my deepest and most sincere condolence for he was more than a friend, father, brother to us, he was a beautiful human being who didn't deserve to leave us so soon. I will for ever chant for him and hope that his spirit will be protecting and looking over all of us. Peace on earth. Eduardo
April 18, 2012
Hi Eileen,
It is Cara (Santoro) and Sissy (Thierault). We are very sorry to hear Luis. We will pray for you and your family. We hope to get together with you someday. Love and prayers.
Oona Montalvo
April 17, 2012
From Luis to my Children
By Oona Montalvo
Don't worry for you will never forget me
The warmth of my hand is in your hand
The kiss of my lips on your cheek
The rumbling rolling of my laugh
My golden smile
Just look at each other's faces and you will see me
Come together and I will celebrate with you
My smile is behind your smile
My laugh echoes behind yours
Your love is stronger because my love is behind it
Peer closely in the mirror and you will see the twinkle
of my eyes snapping back at you
Oona Montalvo
April 17, 2012
From Luis to my Wife
By Oona Montalvo
Don't worry, Ing…
Because my love is not far away
But beside you
Surrounding you
The warm summer breeze, my hug
The sun's rays, my smiling down on you
Dance out in the rain storms Ing…
For each raindrop is my kiss upon your cheek
The thunder my laughter
And the lightning …
The lighting is the fire between us for all to witness
Deb Wilcox
April 17, 2012
My heart is very sadden by the passing of Luis. My whole heart goes out to his family. My daughters Brooke and Carly used to play on the basketball teams together. When you are basketball parents there is a very special bond that you share. A deep bond of laughter and tears. You are... seated at the Right Hand of The Father. May perpetual light shine upon your soul. May Jesus hold your family in his hands and never let go. God be with you; All my love, Deb DiBella Wilcox
Katy Lyle
April 16, 2012
Dearest Ileana,
I was so very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Luis Enrique Montalvo. You have always spoken so warmly of him over the years. And the stories and anecdotes you have told me from your life together with your mother and father, were always stories of a close family, with humor, dignity, and love binding you together. I am glad to know that you have those and other memories of Luis and that in that way, your brother will always be with you. Please know that I am here for you, no matter what. if there is anything I can do, just ask. Thinking of you with love.
Raeann Boutilier
April 15, 2012
Lui, Mommy Ingrid, Ingrid, Xio and extended family... I am so sorry to hear about Luis, it's been so long since I've seen you guys but I will never forget what a GREAT man Luis was. I remember how much joy and laughter he brought in everyone's life. My heart goes out to your family!!!! Know you guys are in our prayers.
Linda M.
April 15, 2012
Dear Ileana, Such a beautiful tribute to your brother. My deepest sympathy for your loss. The heart of his family will be forever warmed by that most joyous smile. Bless his memory. Shine on. My love and enduring friendship, Linda M.
April 15, 2012
Ileana, what a wonderful Eulogy you gave your brother. I was unable to attend the funeral, but I saw Louie, Ingrid and the girls at the wake.Very sad to hear of Louie's untimely death. I too will never forget that infectious smile of his. Do you have any idea how many times in his life that wonderful smile of his got him out of trouble? I can't count that high, but I'm glad to say that I witnessed it on many occasions. I hope all is well with you in NYC.
Ray Ciccaglione
Luis Enrique Montalvo
Ileana Montalvo
April 15, 2012
Eulogy for Luis Enrique Montalvo
given at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, April 13, 2012
by his sister Ileana Montalvo
On behalf of our family, I would like to thank you for your support at this time of our great sorrow and loss. The outpouring of love from friends, family, and co-workers has been a source of great comfort.
Luis Enrique Montalvo Fonteciella was a giant of a man. He was a giant because of the size of his heart. He was a giant because of the strength of his character and his boundless empathy and generosity. But most of all, I describe him as a giant because when he walked into a room; he filled it with a sunny energy. He filled it with his smile. And so it will always be at the moments when we remember him.
My brother had the widest smile. When he smiled, it spread all over his face and sparkled. His eyes would squint shut because of the width of his smile. I will miss your smile, my brother, but your smile was so wide and shining that it is as clear in my mind's eye as if you were right here. And it will be with me, with all of us, forever.
One of my favorite memories happened at the Christmas before his daughter Ingrid was born. After the Christmas Eve dinner, my brother, my sister-in-law Ingrid and I grabbed a couple of plastic sleds and headed to Hillside Park. There was a full moon and the snow covering the hills looked blue. We rode the hill down, sometimes two, sometimes the three of us on a sled so that we could go faster. I remember Ingrid squealing with laughter on the way down and my brother's wide smile on his face wet with snow as he came trudging back up the sledding hill.
We stayed there a long time that night. It was magical, the three of us playing in the blue snow like children. My brother and Ingrid were like one person. I felt privileged to be a witness.
Luis loved his children deeply and his family was his greatest joy. Luis Jose, the first-born, looks so much like him. I first laid eyes on him as he was cradled in my brother's arms. He was a golden baby and Louie was smiling his golden smile.
He loved babies and loved caring for them as Ingrid describes, “like a mother”. With the birth of his first daughter Ingrid Mireya, the nurses in the maternity ward chose him to demonstrate to the new mothers how to bathe a newborn.
When his youngest daughter Xiomara was born, he said to Ingrid “I'm sorry Ing, another one that looks like me, they don't look like you.” And all three of them have extraordinary smiles like their father.
Luis loved his job for the Hartford Public Library's bookmobile program and he was beloved by the readers on his route. Ingrid laughs when she tells stories of how no matter where they were, whether it was the Stop and Shop or the CVS, people would approach Louie to say hello. “Who was that?” she would ask – it was always readers from the bookmobile. Sometimes it was readers who were children when he brought them books and were now grown up. They all remembered him. It was like walking around with Brad Pitt. Everybody loved Louie.
My brother died an untimely death and this has shaken our family as untimely deaths always do. In the hospital he kept saying that he was going to make some moves. Make some moves for him. Make him smile.
Sharon` Barnes
April 15, 2012
Luis, I remember your father so well. We shared a lot of hours on those basketball courts and baseball fields when you kids were growing up. I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.
Mrs. Barnes (NWC)
Nancy Chambers
April 14, 2012
I am heartbroken learning of Luis' death. I will always remember his infectious laughter and light spirit. My heart is with you all.
Nancy Hathaway Chambers
former co-worker
Marcia Taylor
April 13, 2012
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Wendy Schrlau
April 13, 2012
my deepest symapthy to Luis' family. Luis was a coworker at the American Red Cross and he was always smiling and a pleasure to talk to. He will be missed.
Luis Guzman
April 13, 2012
Ingrid and family, my deepest sympathy to you all. May the love of friends and family help you overcome your grief. I am deeply saddened for your loss and Luis will always live in our hearts. Peace and Love
Luis Guzman
(friend and ex-co-worker)
David Schmidlapp
April 13, 2012
my deepest sympathy to you,Ingrid and Luis, Ingrid,and Xio at this time of your grieve. Louie's warmth and kindness lives on. It was a blessing to share the earth with such a soul. I know he is driving that big mobile in the sky. Peace
Debby Dorflinger
April 13, 2012
To Ingrid & Family, So sorry for your loss, Luis was a co-worker at the Red Cross and I will miss him, his laughter and kindness. He is not in pain anymore!
Carmen Vasallo
April 12, 2012
Luis was our childhood friend,I remember him with my brother and at OLS, always happy.
Ingrid, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Luz Rodriguez
April 12, 2012
May Luis's soul be with the blessed Lord. With sadness and my sincere condolences, Luis you will always be remembered, Luz Rodriguez, (growing up friend).
Martha and Juan Egozcue
April 12, 2012
Ingrid and family am so sad to hear of Luis passing.I will keep you in my prayer so that God will give you all the strength you need thru these difficult times.He was a childhood friends.He would come to our bakery on Park St with a big smile always.Our deepest sympathy. Martha and Juan Egozcue
April 12, 2012
Ingrid, Luis, Ingrid, Xio, and Iiliana, our heartfelt sympathis go out to all of you and your extended families during this difficult time.
Ray, Cheri, Brendan,& Jaime Ciccaglione. Stratton Pawsey, Pamela Meyer, Tim Rackliffe, and Jonathan Porter...your friends from the HPL.
Mark M.D.C. DiBella
April 12, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cheri ( formerly Ciccaglione) Gevry
April 12, 2012
Ingrid,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Luis. I will always remember him as a warm, beautiful person. May God wrap you in His loving arms and comfort you at this time of great sorrow.
Carmen Velasquez (Morales)
April 12, 2012
My dearest Ingrid and family my deepest condolence's to you and the family. I will always remember Luis's smile and quite spirit. He didn't have to say much just smile and you could feel his good spirit. May the Lord give you and the family peace through this loss. May the Lord guide Luis spirit and give him peace.
Bero, sends his deepest condolence's. He was deeply sadden when he heard he was in the hospital and he is even more sadden of his lost. Luis is now joining one of his long time bodies Peshi in Heaven. They will be watching over us. God Bless you all!!!
Frank Tucci
April 12, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you..Luis will be greatly mised.
Mayra Romanach
April 12, 2012
I am sooo sorry to hear about Luis...He was a childhood friend and I have lots of fond memories of him and his family...My prayers go out to Ingrid and his children....I pray for your strength during this difficult time in your lives...
Julie McLaughlin
April 12, 2012
Ingrid and Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you all during this difficult time. May you keep his spirit alive through wonderful memories, stories and laughter. With love and condolences,
Lisa Remsen
April 12, 2012
Ingrid, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With my deepest sympathy.
Deborah Zapor
April 12, 2012
Ingrid,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the children. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for you to get through this difficult time. Words cannot express the deep and heartfelt sorrow I feel for you.
I am your friend always.
Debbie
Joe Cooperman
April 12, 2012
My thoughts go out to you and your family. Luis always made me laugh and I appreciated that. He will be missed.
Doris Poma
April 12, 2012
Ingrid, my heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. May God give you and your loved ones continued strength. I am so very sorry for your loss and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Que Dios te bendiga my Wise Latina Sister. Xoxo.
Sasha Segarra
April 12, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I have grown to love the Montalvo's as my own family and Luis will me missed dearly. I will keep his memories in my heart, from grilling in the backyard, to calling out of work to go to Rocky Neck Beach. To Ingrid (Doogie) who is not just my BFF but who is like a sister to me, know that I have always been there for you and that will never change. During this difficult time, just know that I am only one call away. I love you guys.
Jess Coelho
April 12, 2012
Ingrid, my deepest sympathies for your loss. I will pray for strength for you and your family. God Bless.
Carolyn Brothers
April 12, 2012
Ingrid & family, im so sorry for your loss. what i will remember most about Luis is his infectious laughter, friendliness, and his master skills of grilling! He touched so many lives and will be missed always! I am truly so sorry. xoxoxox Carolyn
Linda Foster
April 12, 2012
Ingrid, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you mourn the lose of your long time love, husband, the father of your children and your friend. May God keep his loving arms around all of you through this very difficult time of grieving!
Cyndi Tower
April 12, 2012
Ingrid and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Please know that my heart is broken for you. I will be here for you always.
Cyndi
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