Gloria J Montalvo

She leaves behind a legacy of love and a spirit of giving to others.

Gloria was born on February 17, 1950, in Harlingen, Texas. She spent her early years traveling through the central part of the United States with her mother, brother, and sisters as a migrant family. She always remembered this part of her life fondly with stories of friends made, songs sung, and strong bonds formed with her siblings.

She was a graduate of Harlingen High School and proudly entered the workforce as clerical staff for several local businesses. Her life changed once she was introduced to Rene Montalvo, Jr. They began their lives together almost fifty years ago. Gloria always knew she would be a mother one day, and that desire was filled with three adoring children. She put aside a career in order to give all of her spirit to raising her children well and supporting them in all their endeavors. She excelled in creating a gracious, love-filled home where all were welcome, honored, and cared for.

Once her children were all of school-age, Gloria began her work in the San Benito CISD. She held multiple roles within the district in classrooms, library, and central office positions. She was fulfilled by the work she did and counted it a blessing to contribute to her community through the work she did before retiring after 29 years of service.

Gloria was an absolute gem of a person. She would give absolutely all she had to help others. It was no sacrifice to help an ailing loved one, drive you to an appointment, bring a hot meal, or offer to clean your home when you couldn’t. She had the ability to find a way to help others that carried deep meaning and immeasurable treasure.

The crowning glory for Gloria was the arrival of her grandchildren. She delighted in everything about her role as grandmother. She made it a point to be as engaged as possible with all of her grandchildren. From babysitting, to sewing and crocheting for them, attending birthday parties and school performances, cheering at sports competitions, trick or treating, to fishing trips. Gloria delighted in her grandchildren as much, if not more than she delighted in raising her children.

Until speaking became a challenge, Gloria would express how grateful she was to have a life full of beautiful experiences as well as a loving family, many good friends, and a strong relationship with God. She never missed the opportunity to show others they were loved. She is the embodiment of a life well lived.

Gloria was preceded in death by Maria A. Jauregui (mother), Jose Jauregui (father), Sylvia (Jauregui) Zebrowski (sister) and is survived by Rene Montalvo, Jr. (husband), children Michelle M. Romo (Benito IV), Michael M. Montalvo (Amanda Tamez), and Marcus M. Montalvo, DDS, grandchildren Benito Romo V, Maya Nicole Romo, Madeline Sue Montalvo, Oscar Mathew Montalvo.

Gloria is also survived by her brother, Elias Jauregui & family, her sisters Esther Jauregui, Rosalinda Jauregui and Tomasa Hernandez & family, Tia Luz Arce & family, along with extended family in Victoria, Texas.

Other family include Roxanna Shimotsu & family, Marie C. Montalvo, and many special family members she gained through marriage.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, January 26, 2025 from 12:00 to 5:00 pm at Funeraria Del Angel Mont Meta 26170 State Hwy 345 San Benito, Texas. A rosary will be prayed beginning at 12:30 and family members along with friends will be offered the opportunity to share fond memories of Gloria. A time of fellowship will be shared before we close.

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, THE FAMILY ASKS THAT YOU MAKE CONTRIBUTION TO THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION AT https://www.alz.org/get-involved-now/donate

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Montalvo family can be shared at www.montmetafuneralservices.com