Ariel Marcela Montoya graced this world with her presence on December 8, 2024. She was taken into God's loving arms on May 11, 2025.

Survived by her loving parents Stephanie Blatti and Alfredo Montoya, siblings Angelo, Arsenio, Armani, and Alexandrea, paternal grandparents Alfredo and Yesenia Montoya, maternal grandma Nicole Blatti, great grandmother Maryian Blatti-Sellin, paternal uncles Iram Montoya, Favian Montoya, Max Montoya, and Artis Peak, paternal aunt Thalia Montoya, maternal aunt Brianne Bailey and uncle Alex Hartell, maternal great aunt Kelly (Dave) A. Andrew, maternal great uncle Doug (Kathy) M. Blatti Jr., maternal cousins Brie-Anna Andrew and Brayden Blatti, and paternal cousins Jaxson and Adayla Peak. Preceded in death by her papa Joe Blatti, uncle Tommy Blatti and cousin Nathan Andrew.

Ariel was a sweet baby cherished deeply by her family. Her cartoons, toys, music, parents and playful siblings brought her smiles and joyful, echoing laughter. She enjoyed her favorite show Abejita Chiquitita- she loved lady bugs and bees. Her favorite part was the clown and bee playing peek-a- boo at the introduction. She loved being outside and smiled every time the breeze hit her face. She enjoyed her siblings and mom playing peek-a- boo with her and cuddling with mom and dad. Though Ariel's journey on earth was all too brief, her impact was profound, and her gentle and spirited nature was a gift to all who knew her. She will continue to watch over her beautiful family as an angel in God's kingdom.

Visitation for baby Ariel will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 2:00-6:00 P.M. at Forsythe Gould Funeral Home. Prayers will be held at 2:45 P.M. on Sunday, May 18, 2025 also at the funeral home, followed by procession for Interment at St. Joseph Cemetery, Manhattan. Arrangements entrusted to Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, 507 S. State St., Manhattan, IL 60442, 815-478-3321, www.forsythegouldfh.com