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Honoring Michael Montez: Bartender, Father, and Pal


– In Tribute to Michael Montez –

The world feels slightly dimmer with the sudden passing of our expensive buddy and colleague, Michael Montez.

A beacon of sunshine, Michael touched the lives of everybody who had the privilege of understanding him. He leaves behind his beloved fiancé, Alex, and two lovely youngsters, Jeremiah and Eva, who have been the middle of his world.

Michael was greater than only a buddy; he was a pillar of neighborhood and kindness. His heat and generosity have been unmatched, making anybody in his presence really feel at house. Michael welcomed everybody with open arms and was all the time able to lend a serving to hand, typically going above and past to assist others. Those that crossed paths with him walked away higher, impressed by his real spirit and unwavering dedication.

Within the skilled realm, Michael was a shining star. An lively member of the Chilled 100, he held quite a few esteemed roles together with President of the Orange County USBG, West Coast NCC consultant for the USBG Nationwide, and SoCal Cultural Ambassador for Bulleit Frontier Whiskey. His dedication to the hospitality business was evident by way of his participation in occasions like Varsity of PDXCW, Bar 5-day alumni, Camp Runamuk Squirrel, Tiki by the Sea, and Behind the Barrel.

Listed below are some heartfelt phrases from his buddies, capturing the essence of who Michael was: 

“In case you had the privilege to fulfill @mr.bartender_mm, you knew of his love for his household, the significance of friendship, and a ardour for hospitality. He’d be the primary to supply assist, the final to depart till a job was performed, all the time with that huge smile. Humble and real, well mannered and considerate, now it’s our time to be there for his children and exquisite woman Alex.” — Michele Colomb

“Michael’s ardour, motivation, and inspiration has created him to be a rising star inside our business. He has touched many individuals together with his coronary heart and management. Seeing how briskly he has achieved a lot has made me proud that has been our president. I used to be excited to see the place he would go and the place he would take our chapter. However Michael’s true energy was his bond together with his fiancée Alex who helped push him ahead in each accomplishment that he attained.” — Amin Benny

“Mike was a beautiful soul and had the most effective smile. He was sort, humorous, all the time upbeat, and cared deeply about his business. He was serving as president of our USBG Orange County chapter and all the time volunteered at Tales of the Cocktail’s SpeedRack. He was a loving accomplice, father, and a buddy. I’m in shock and disbelief. You may be actually missed. A Fernet toast to you, my buddy, @mr.bartender_mm.” — Nicole Cooke

“Mike was the primary buddy I made once I began touring for business occasions. Though I knew nobody, he made positive I by no means felt neglected, and it was like I used to be a part of the crew the entire time. Throughout Tales, he even walked with me after the Fernet after-party at Coyote Ugly ended and made positive I received again to my lodge secure, which was in the other way of his lodge. He cherished his Fernet, however he cherished individuals extra.” — Danny Posey

“Reflecting on Michael’s time with us, I recall a day throughout his onboarding on the distilleries with a smile. As we sampled our whiskey, Michael described it as “phenomenal.” That phrase appeared to resonate with him as a result of when he tasted our second whiskey, he used “phenomenal” once more. From that second, it grew to become the phrase of the day. All the pieces we mentioned, even at dinner, was “phenomenal,” and we laughed heartily about it. It become our little inside joke, a reminiscence that also brings heat and pleasure.” — Bobby Burke

Even after our lengthy days of coaching in Kentucky—Michael’s thoughts remained on the work, his ardour and pleasure by no means ceased. I’ll always remember one night after a full day of coaching. We determined to unwind and went to an area bar. Michael’s enthusiasm for the job shone by way of. We have been each so excited concerning the alternatives forward that we couldn’t assist however share our pleasure with everybody we encountered. Michael, in his pure, real means, related effortlessly with the individuals round him, drawing them in together with his heat and sincerity. His means to attach with individuals, each personally and professionally, was one thing I admired and can always remember.” — Garvey Alexander

In honor of Michael’s legacy, a GoFundMe web page has been established to assist his household throughout this troublesome time. We invite you to contribute and assist Alex, Jeremiah, and Eva as they navigate by way of their grief and loss.

Moreover, the Orange County USBG chapter is within the early levels of organizing a fundraising gala for Michael’s household (Alexandria, Jeremiah, and Eva), what we’ve locked in presently is the date of Monday February twenty fourth, and site which can Mrs. Knott’s Hen Dinner Restaurant, Michael bartended there for a lot of, a few years and is a beloved member of the Knott’s workforce!

Michael Montez will eternally be remembered for his kindness, his infectious smile, and his unwavering dedication to his household and buddies. Although he could also be gone, his spirit lives on within the numerous lives he touched. Relaxation in peace, expensive Michael, and will your gentle proceed to shine brightly in our hearts.

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