St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church
1019 W 6th St
Freeport, TX
77541
Friday, September 11, 2020
6:00pm-8:00pm
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1019 W 6th St
Freeport, TX
77541
Friday, September 11, 2020
6:00pm
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St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church
1019 W 6th St
Freeport, TX
77541
Saturday, September 12, 2020
10:00am
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of Freeport, TX
June 18, 1936 - September 9, 2020
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Helen Damian Montiel was born on June 18, 1936 in the East End of Freeport to Rosalio and Petra Damian. She was happily married to the love of her life, Robert Montiel Sr., for 59 years. She adored her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and her countless cousins and dear friends. She was a pillar in the community. Helen never met a stranger she didn't like. She was known for being family oriented, kind, honest, hard worker, giving and a humble woman, but her foundation was built on love.
Helen is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Montiel Sr., her parents Rosalio Sr. and Petra Damian, her son Ruben Montiel, sister Lucy Soria Damian, brothers: Rosalio Damian Jr., and George Soria Damian.
Helen is survived by children, Lucy (Tony) Martinez, Amparo Aponte, Robert Montiel Jr., George (Minh) Montiel, and Michelle (Jose Luis) Perez. Seven grandchildren, Eleven great grandchildren and Two Fur grand babies. Brother Leon Damian Sr., Brother Sidney (Margret) Damian and sister-in-law Minnie Damian and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Serving as Pall Bearers: Stephen Montiel, Mykael Montiel, Joseph Martinez, Jarvis Davis Jr., Fernando Rodriguez, and Jarvis Davis Sr.
Honorary pall bearers: Carlos Aponte, Jarrell Montiel, Jerimiah Montiel, Jerric Montiel, Carson Gifford, Harrison Gifford, Michael Damian, Leon Damian Jr. and Ross Garcia III.
Due to Covid 19 restrictions, it breaks our hearts not to celebrate the lost of our mother the way she deserves.
Private Funeral Services will be held at St. Mary's Star of the Sea in Freeport, Texas.
Friday, September 11, 2020 walk through visitation (No Sitting) Viewing from 7-8 p.m.
Saturday, September 12, 2020 Private Mass at St. Mary's Star of the Sea at 10 a.m.
Facial Masks and hand sanitizer are required, along with Social Distancing.
Flowers and plants may be sent to St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1019 West 6th Street, Freeport, Texas 77541.
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7 Condolence(s)
vangie kina mireles
houston, TX
Sunday, September 13, 2020
condolences to the family...god bless your family
Blanca Walker
Lake Jackson, TX
Saturday, September 12, 2020
To the Montiel Family,
My sincere condolences of the loss of your beloved mother. She will be dearly missed by all. Helen was a very loving and giving individual. She made you feel welcomed and loved. Her generosity and love towards everyone will be an example for all to follow. We will miss you!
Blanca Walker
Lake Jackson, TX
Saturday, September 12, 2020
To the Montiel Family,
My sincere condolences of the loss of your beloved mother. She will be dearly missed by all. Helen was a very loving and giving individual. She made you feel welcomed and loved. Her generosity and love towards everyone will be an example for all to follow. We will miss you!
Pat Vandre
Santa Fe, TX
Friday, September 11, 2020
Worked with Helen at First Freeport Bank in late 80's. She was always so sweet and kind, lovely person. I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with your family.
Rebeca
Freeport, TX
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Such a great loss. When I married Richard she was so sweet to me and told me if I needed anything to let her know.
She always had a smile on her face.
Becki Peņa
Lake Jackson, TX
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Sending my most sincere condolences. Nena has always been a very special person that I hold dear to my heart. We were in Catholic Daughters together and spent a lot of time serving our church. You will be greatly missed Nena! Thank you for being such a faithful example for all of us to follow.
Pattie Cooper
Angleton, TX
Thursday, September 10, 2020
I am so sorry. I enjoyed working with Helen at First Freeport Bank and I know what a great loss this is. Helen was a beautiful soul.
Pattie Cooper