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10 years since you ...
It has been 10 years since you left us. In a way it seems like it was not long ago and, in another way, it seems like a lifetime ago. While you were here, you lived your life like most people dream of…boldly, honestly, and with vigor. Everyone that was fortunate enough to have known you, knows you loved your family dearly and was always someone they could turn to for anything. So much has happened since you left us, too much to list. But I know you have been watching from above and have enjoyed watching Mindy blossom, the boys grow and Mike doing what he does best, which is being a great dad to our grandsons. You are thought of daily and missed often. I fulfilled all of the things you asked me to do including finding another love, which I have and I am filled with gratitude to know this is what you asked me to do. You would love how much she loves me and I her, truly blessed in so many ways. Thank-you! You made me a better man of me, a better person, and I will always be grateful to have known and loved you and you me…you will be forever missed and loved.
Shared by Joey
read moreAlways remembered, ...
Its been eight years on this day since you left this world. There aren’t many days that go by that don’t have small reminders that make me recall a special time, a special place, or a special thought. You filled so many lives with your charismatic smile and laugh. I miss you and love you!! Always remembered, never forgotten!! Joey 2-1-23
Shared by Joey
read moreMissing you on your ...
It has been heavy on my mind, regarding what to post this year 2021. This is the 7th birthday we have missed you on this special day. You will forever be in my heart surrounded by love. This day will never be forgotten. I hope what I do each day with all that was important to you is met with your loving pride. Rest in peace sweet one…you would have rocked 60 for sure. Love you always, Joey
Shared by Joey
read moremissing you
Today is the day you left us and for that this day will never be forgotten. I am sure your bright smile is lighting up heaven like only you can. Today also marks the first day of your nephew Blake's wedding day. It couldn't be a better day to add more meaning to this all important day, I know you would agree: ) Holding down all I can for you and us. Love Always, Joe
Shared by joseph Abreu
read moreHappy Birthday
Today marks the day made special by my late wife, and the day of the flag. It has been over 5 years of birthdays that Kimber has missed and wow how life has changed. The grandsons are growing stoutly and filled with your spirit. Your mom is still here and watching over them closely, while working on a vegetable garden again. Your daughter has your one and only son-in-law whom has matured graciously and he is making life look easy by being a good husband and an incredible dad. Mindy keeps your beam in perfect stride. Incredible mother, hard working, with your never say die spirit. You touched Dino in your own special way, that inspired him to be the man he was capable of being. Sitha is well, and Dom is a wonder. I patched with your brother and he found love and beyond. Little stephan and Porsche brought joy in the world Your heart would smile as it often did when times were good. You are missed. It took me awhile to stand up straight after you left. I promised you I would like you made me say. Against it all I found love again and re-found happiness. You must be happy looking down on all you left. You will never be forgotten.
Shared by Joey
read moreMissing you
This was the last day on earth 4 years ago today. I know in my heart you are happy with the things going on in my life. I was so lucky to have you and you will always have your wing in my heart that is just yours. I miss your smile and your laugh. I smile when i think of it ringing in the halls of heaven. I love you still Kimber, see you when it is time.
Shared by Joey
read moreHappy Birthday
Happy Birthday my Sweet!! I know in my heart you are having the best birthday extravaganza ever! It is hard not to think of the splenders I would have dreamed up to make your smile flash, but like I said, its hard to compete with the man upstairs : ) Thinking of you today!! Lovingly, Joey
Shared by Joey Abreu
read moreYou have a special ...
Hi Kimberly. You have a very special little visitor today. Ruby!!!!! Although we are saddened here for her, what a special gift for you today. Love, Your family and friends
Shared by Ryan
read moreHI Kim
Hi Kim, I try to post something every year, and it all still feels like yesterday. Me, Joe, Brian, Dino, Mindy, grandkids, etc...think about you daily and miss you very much.
Shared by Ryan
read moreMissing you on your ...
I love you sweetheart, with every flag I see today I think of your birthday (today is your birthday,) If you were here you would get a kiss for every flag we saw. Happy Birthday Celebration in heaven can't be too bad : ) Thinking of you, know I am happy, and my heart is heeled.
Shared by Joe Anthony
read moreBirthday love
It is the second birthday you have missed. A day that that we would have shared starting with a morning shower of kisses. Much has changed in your absence except one thing that will always hold true...the love in my heart for you. I miss you dearly, I Love You. Smile down knowing I am smiling up. Always Yours, Bubba
Shared by Joe
read moreMissing you and ...
I miss you everyday and in everyway-you are always in my thoughts...I love you!
Shared by Joe Anthony
read moreMiss you Kim
Hard to believe it's been a little over a year and seems like just yesterday. Still thinking about you Kim and I will be sure to post a message each and every year that passes - forever.
Shared by Ryan
read moreKim
I've veen friends with Joe since I was a freshman in highschool. My sister Lynn and Joe have been best friends since then.....I only met Kim briefly but I have to say that what burns in my memory is her smile and her warmth. I'm a single mom and my memory seems to fade a lot over the last 8 years..but I just remember Kim's smile and energy and such a "genuineness" that is rare on first meetings...and even on second and third meetings! We all live in different towns and so we didn't get a chance to really hang out the way long lasting friends do....But I do remember her spirit...her energy that was very sweet and fun and calm and those qualities so resonate with me......which is probably why I remember her so vividly.....I've met many people here and there that I haven't spent much time with.....but the times I spent with Kimberly I DO remember! Because she was a very sweet and honest and loving soul ....and so full of life and humor and just someone you really "wanted" to know.....and we really are blessed to either have had a long friendship with her or just a night here and there....because her energy vibrates and resonates through all of us....we are forever connected to those who truly connect with us. Xo
Shared by Suzie Benson
read moreFriend and fellow artist
To the loving family of Kim......I am soooooo very sorry for your loss. Her life was way too short. The only thiing I am happy about is that she is no longer in pain. I am sure she is in the hands of God who is holding her in the palm of His hand and letting her watch her earthy family and will be your own personal Guardian Angel. Kim was so much fun to be around and had such a wonderful laugh and sense of humor. She loved her family so much and smiled when she spoke of you all. She was so delighted to be a grandmother and thankfully she was able to enjoy them for a short while, but don't worry, she will always look out for them. We will keep her alive in our thoughts and prayers! God Bless you ALL !!!! xoxo
Shared by Janis Krantz
read moreLaugh
One of the many wonderful thing about Kim was that harty laugh she had, I could never keep from laughing when Kim was laughing. She could really cheer up a room. I'll miss you. Love you, Bonnie
Shared by Bonnie Moon
read moreMy cousin
I will forever remember Kimmie as my childhood mentor. The beautiful, smart, and oh-so-adventurous playmate I lived to spend time with at our Nana's. Those days were some of the best of my life. Roller skating on the basketball court, swimming, hopping the fence to buy candy at Alpha Beta, stealing flowers from the crazy neighbor, and getting 'nips' of Nan's hot toddies now and then. I looked up to her in a way, only young girls craving for a sister will understand. She was, and always will be, a beautiful flower in my heart.
Shared by Marla White
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I miss my sweet daughter every minute of every day. She made me proud of the woman she had become, of the wonderful daughter she raised and her love for the people in her life. She was enchanted and totally captivated by her grandchildren and became a child again when she played with them. I never thought I would be without her and I am not. There is a little piece of her in all of us who loved her and I feel it whenever I am with them. Til then Sweetheart.
Shared by jill ternberg
read moreThanks to ALL!!
I just wanted to say thanks to all that attended the memorial. There were so many loving people and I am so thankful you all came to the service. It doesn't happen often in life for me; but, I had no regrets and there wasn't anything, I wish I would have done differently. The day turned out perfect and I know Kimber was looking down and smiling at all we shared in her honor.
Shared by Joe Anthony
read moreMy favorite sister in ...
Although Kim and I were related through my marriage to her brother in 1982 I never really thought of her my sister in law. I considered her my sister and my friend. But as a way to make her smile I always signed my emails and texts to her as love, your favorite sister in law. The past 35 years we had together were such an adventure and I have such great memories of our time together. I will miss you so much. Love, your favorite sister in law.
Shared by Gale Johnston
read moreBeing part of a great ...
I was lucky enough to vacation with Kim, Joe and Jill. We traveled Scotland, Paris and London. Kim set the whole thing up and had us all organized, and knowing where we were going. It was great fun. Something I will cherish forever!
Shared by Trish Dodd
read moreDearest Kim
We have sooo many things to share with you Kim, you mean the world to us. Our children always loved seeing their Auntie Kim and Papa Joe. We will not say goodbye to you because you are in our hearts and minds everyday and you will always be with us. Love you forever! The West Family
Shared by Lonnie, Liz, Win, Aurora and Ace West
read moreKimmy
I always called her Kimmy, even thought she never liked it! She was a very strong woman, with strong convictions about right and wrong. A very sweet and kind person who would do anything for you. She will be missed.
Shared by Mike Dodd
read moreVery smart and caring...
There is not enough to say about this great woman over the last last 18 years. Her love and loyalty for Joe is quite remarkable and is what true love is all about. We can all learn from Kim's love. I personally owe Kim a huge debt of gratitude for saving my company in 2010, and there is not another person who has ever done something so significant for me, and for someone who probably wasn't worth it. That act of kindness gave me years of happiness and showed me the importance of sticking together. I learned a lot from her and will spend a lifetime paying it forward. Kim was also very supportive in Joe flying to Chicago with me (and his brother Dean) last August to spread my dad's ashes at Soldier field when she was obviously struggling. She probably shouldn't have done it, but Kim always thought about others first. Many lessons from Kim, especially that of amazing integrity. These are debts that unfortunately can never be repaid now, except perhaps through acts of kindness toward others. Love you Kim, and I will always remember what you did until my last days. Ryan
Shared by Ryan Evans
read moreSecond Mom
Like the title says, you were like a 2nd mom, always looking out and watching over me. In one way or another, you brought me into the PEAS family and I am so grateful for that and even more grateful to have met and known you. I miss you Kim. Thank you for everything. <3
Shared by Tamy
read moreToo soon
I had the pleasure of meeting Kimber three times. In just those short moments I learned what a truly great woman she was and am honored to have known her.
Shared by steve brown
read moreMy Beautiful Auntie
Auntie Kim could walk into any room and light the place up. Her beautiful spirit will always be remembered and will live on through the spirit of her loved ones. Love You Auntie!!
Shared by Stephen Johnston
read moreAn Amazing Women!
The first time I met her I knew she was going to change my life! I am blessed to have met Kim, even if it was for a short period of time!
Shared by Porsche Clark
read moreWe love you Kim!
Hi Kim! I know you are at peace in heaven, looking down smiling now as you see all of your loved ones here, at this moment together. You have the most contagious laugh (and lucky that Mindy got that from you), it really brings sunshine to any room. You are missed. I can't wait to see you again in heaven. I know God will take great care of you. And you will be looking down sending blessings to your family. Love you so much.
Shared by Monica Miller
read moreTealing the pants
When we lived in La Mirada I used to steal Kim's pant, and because she was taller then me I would tape then up and wear them. So she wouldn't know I borrowed them I would put them back in her closet when she wasn't home lol, problem was I would forget to take the hem tape off!!! she would get so mad at me :) we had lots of memories. You will be missed.
Shared by Linda Montgomery
read moreListening to our ...
One my foundest memories was having dinner with Kim, Joe and Vicky for the first time. I coulnd not beleive how much I enjoyed myself anf felt the hole time that we have known each other forever. After dinner Kim and I were able sit together and listen to our true loves sing Kareoke songs for us. Kim would have Vicky sing her favorite songs and then when Joe and Vicky sang together what an enjoyable evening. Thank you for welcomeing me into your beautiful life. You are a treasure. love you, Vickys' joe
Shared by Joe Donofrio
read morehawaii vacation
I remember snorkeling in Hawaii with Kim We were holding hands because we were both unsure of what we were doing with our heads in the water we were looking out for sharks when both of our heads bumped into something hard we both screamed, lifted our heads and there was a HUGE sea turtle with this big turtle head looking straight into our eyes. when the terror subsided we laughed the rest of the trip about it. until we meet again in heaven.......I love you
Shared by vicky donofrio
read moreESR
To a beautiful, giving and strong woman. You will always be remembered.
Shared by Dan & Sendy Hartwell
read moreMy dads bf wife
My dad met joe in high school. On the first day they became best friends. Joe moved to LA so I didn"t see him or her very much. Then one day my dad said we were going to go see Joe and Kim. She seemed really nice. Joe let us go water skying. It was very fun. The last time I saw kim was at one of my dads shows. He plays electric base.
Shared by Christopher Robinson
read moreBeauty
My 1st memory of Kim is meeting her at Pasadena College Beauty School with my sister Vicky. Her smile was and is a huge beautiful memory for me!
Shared by Julie Foth
read morePrice Is Right
For Mindy's birthday one year, we all went to The Price is Right with Kim, Mindy and some of Mindy's friends. We stayed in a hotel room, got up early to get in to be interviewed for the show. While standing in line, Kim gave us some tips on how we would for sure get on the show. "Now ladies, you must jump up and down so they focus on your boobs and act really excited. Then you will for sure get on the show". I was too chicken to do it, but Kim did it...and of course got on the show!!!! We were so excited for her and had such an amazing time. Kim was such a wonderful mom, grandma, wife and friend. We will miss her every single day and I will always cherish every moment I had with her. I love you Kim!
Shared by Kirstin Saunders
read moreForever
I will be forever thankful for your friendship, your company, your mentorship and your love. You are a miracle in my life.
Shared by Blanca Quintanilla
read moreXBOX
My most vivid memory of Kim was in 2012 when My family went to visit her and Joe. I'm only 13 now, but then I was 11 and Kim could tell us kids were bored, so she laughed and invited us to play wwith her and Joe's Xbox. "I don't know how to use it," She explained as we got it out and began to play. The next time I saw her was last year when Joe was singing at a theatre. She looked so different. Her hair was short and gray now, and she sometimes had trouble walking. But she acted the same. We drove her to her hotel, and the whole time she talked hopefully about different treatments she was going to try, and I could tell she was going to fight the stupid cancer, and I was glad for that. Even though I'd only met her once or twice, I had really, really liked her. I was at a friends house for a sleepover when my Kim died on February 1st, 2015. I was upset, and sad. I think I'll always remember Kim.
Shared by Molly
read morememory
Kim and Joe visited the hospital the day Molly was born. She and Joe were the first people outside the family to see Molly. I remember Kim's smile when she came in to say hello to us both. She radiated kindess and warmth.
Shared by Elena Casey
read morewedding proposal
My family and I were there when you proposed to Kim in chalk at First Night in Fullerton. It was so sweet to witness that special moment and so beautiful to see your love.
Shared by Laura Veenbaas
read moreLOVE
Kim was like a second mother to me, I will never forget her. She always wanted to know what was new in my life and if I had found a husband. I am on the search, don't you worry xoxo
Shared by Lisa Roberts
read moreWith Love
Kim, You will always be loved, cherished and remembered for your amazing spirit and tremendous love for your family. You raised an amazing daughter and you live on through her and the boys. You will will be dearly missed. Love you!
Shared by Annie Tennet
read moreVisiting the PEAs Office
I enjoyed coming by visiting the office and joking around. Never a dull moment. Ever. P.S. It was like a second job to me.
Shared by Nancy Tran
read moreHey Girlfriend
What can I say. Kim was my best friend. To say that I will miss her is an understatement. We had such fun together, always. When we vacationed or just visited, it was so easy, no fuss, no muss. We always seemed to be on the same page. She was one of those people that, if you hadn't spoken in a while, it didn't matter, you just picked up where you left off. Girlfriend, you are always with me, every day, everywhere I go. I love you
Shared by Trish Dodd
read moreBest Friends
Love you bunches, see you later
Shared by Vikki Beatley and Marylou Quaternik
read moreRF man
joe, love ya brutha. so many good memories and more to come. always here for you :)
Shared by mark heninger
read moreNephew
I will never forget all of the good things that she did for me in my life. She showed me so much love and support throughout my whole life. Kim was a great role model for many things and her and Joe were prime examples of what love is supposed to look like. I love and miss you so much Kim!
Shared by Justin Moore
read moreMema's gang
We love you so much and will miss you! You have left an amazing legacy for all of us!
Shared by Cruz Family
read morefriend/employee
thank you for being in my life. you did alot for me. thank you! miss you!!!!
Shared by mark jenkins
read moreWe miss you Kimberly
We will miss you so much Kim. We will remember our time with you forever. Love you.
Shared by Steve & Gale Johnston
read moreMy Sister In Law
There isn't enough words to write or say to how much Kim meant to me I could go on and on all I can say is she changed my life and was the best wife a brother could never have asked for his brother. Kim was one of a kind and loved my brother Joe more than anything on earth.
Shared by Dino Galati
read moreLaughter
One of the great things about Kim that I will miss is her laugh. It was wonderful. She has been my friend for many years and she will be so missed by all. Love you, Kim
Shared by Bonnie Moon
read moreTo our angel Kim
My memories of Kim stem from my deep gratitude for her being Joe's angel in his life. Joe was my best friend in high school (and still is one of my dearest, most meaningful friends) and I loved his humor, his heart and his brilliance. I saw how hard he worked and so many challenges he had to go through, in high school and beyond. After high school, he worked like a dog to create success and share his talents and endured many tough obstacles along the way. He hadn't found that special love, though and we all wanted that for him as he SO deserved a special woman in his life who would get and appreciate his humor, playfulness, work ethic and deep, caring heart. So when I heard that he'd fallen in love and thought this was the one, I couldn't wait to meet her! I knew of Kim's story and her own unimaginable hard times she had to go through before she'd met Joe and upon meeting her I was so struck by how radiantly beautiful she was. Inside and out. She was gorgeous physically, but even more so with the beauty she radiated through the energy of her warm presence and amazing smile. Joe was madly in love (rightfully so!) and I was SO HAPPY for him in finding such an incredible treasure. As we all know, they ended up forming a life together, that ended up going beyond most couples and became partners in every aspect of life, shared missions with work and businesses. All the more so thrilled that Joe had a partner to share his life with in this way. So you can imagine how elated I was when I heard the news they were getting married! And even more so when they asked me to marry them as the officiant. I had a different event scheduled for that same day but moved heaven and earth to make that happen and even became a reverend online in order to officially marry them. That was such a happy day with seeing these two becoming bonded in matrimony and surrounded by family and friends who love them. From there, I got to know Kim through the years, whether that was at parties or holidays or karaoke times or just plain visiting. I was so impressed with Kim's similar work ethic to Joe's, along with their tenderness with each other (as they'd sneak kisses throughout a dinner or while in conversation. Inspiring to see). The last time I saw Kim, she, with love, expressed to me that I should be in even better touch with she and Joe and be sure to not let busy-ness stand in the way of connecting with important friends. She was right. And a lesson I have taken even more deeply than ever now. I celebrate Kim for who she was for Joe and who she was for everyone around her. Seeing them for who they really are, bigger than they may know themselves. She saw and knew that our friendship is special and shouldn't be taken for granted that we'll always be around and not let time slip by too easily because of being too busy. I thank her for caring enough to express that. I celebrate Kim for letting Joe be Joe and go after what might have seemed like crazy dreams (opening a Fun2Go in Costa Rica, etc) but instead of doubting or judging them, she supported them and became part of the fuel for them and, as a result, they've had success in these various ventures they pursued together. Truly inspirational. I celebrate Kim for loving Joe unconditionally and for being there for him. I celebrate Kim for being a loving, fun, playful, strong and caring presence in his life. So, thank you Kim for lighting up Joe's life and giving him a lifetime of treasured memories. Thank you for being the anchor in creating these businesses with Joe that are now not just creating success, but are helping or uplifting so many people's lives. Thank you for becoming part of Joe and truly being the angel you are for him and everyone around you. Thank you for being caring enough to express how you felt to me and sharing that with love - and the wake-up call it became for me. I wish I had indeed spent even more time with you and Joe as life sped by so fast. You demonstrate in life and in passing just how precious and urgent life is and our embracing those we love is of #1 importance. I know you live on in Joe's heart, in your daughter and grandchildren, in the continued and ever upleveling success of the businesses you helped create, in the memories we all have of you that we cherish and in the impact you've made out of who you are and who you have been. And Kim, just so you know, I promise to be more proactive in creating new memories with Joe and taking how you felt to heart - we will be having many more times now of getting together with fellow friends just for fun, laughs and smiles, and, just because. Life is too short. Take TIME for those you love. We're going to do just that as you so bravely expressed. We love you and you will always be treasured for what you've brought to our lives. You are, indeed, and will continue to be, an angel. Bless you, Kim!
Shared by Lynn Rose
read moreOne of my Favorites . . .
She will be greatly missed. I will always love you!
Shared by Brian
read moreForever in my Heart!
To my Dearest, Kimberly Susan Montano "A memory is a pale distance from your beautiful rareness." I will forever cherish the depth of love and devotion we shared together as husband and wife, as complete friends, and devoted partners. I carry on my journey forward, with your wishes in my heart and at my side --- I know you know that. However, without you at my side my dearest Kimberly , "the roses fragrance may not smell as sweet" - but thankfully ---- you have left a bouquet of family and friends, that will forever be touched by the flowers you left behind. Good-bye for now my sweet!
Shared by Joe Anthony @ 12:34 AM
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