Mother Lily's husband Remy Monteverde passed away at 86
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Regal Entertainment founder Lily Monteverde, known in showbiz as Mother Lily, expresses grief on social media as her dearest husband, Leonardo "Remy" Monteverde, passed away at the age of 86.
Mother Lily confirmed Remy's passing to her followers and friends through an obituary card she posted on Instagram today, July 30. It was revealed that Remy died on July 29. Her husband's wake is held at Valencia Events Place in Quezon City until August 2.
Friends and followers of the couple, including celebrities like Jackie Lou Blanco and Kapuso star Pancho Magno sent their deepest condolences and prayers in the comment section.
Meanwhile, Director Erik Matti reposted the obituary card on his Instagram account with an emotional message to Remy's family. In the captions, he began his message with condolences to the family.
"To the Monteverde family, Lily Monteverde, Roselle, Dondon, Richard (children), our deepest sympathies for the passing of Father Remy Monteverde."
He added, "His legacy and contribution to Philippine cinema through Regal Films will always be remembered and recognized. He has championed Filipino Action movies and defined it for so many decades with such icons Lito Lapid and Ace Vergel headlining the marquee. Rest in peace, Father."
Chairman of Film Development Council of the Philippines, Joey Reyes also shared a tribute post for his dear friend on his Facebook page.
He mentioned, " He has always been a 'Father' to all of us who grew up in Regal. (And) he has always been the strong silent figure beside the gregarious Mother Lily.
Joey also expressed his sadness, knowing how they'll miss and continue to love Remy.
"Now he has gine home to the waiting arms of our Big Father.(And) he will be missed as much as he was and will always be loved. Rest in eternal peace, Father Remy Monteverde," he ended.
Remy was a former basketball player and was also called as "Father Remy" within the Philippine movie industry. His relationship with Mother Lily was known as one of the sweetest in the industry because of their interactions and the love they displayed.
Meanwhile, here are some of the celebrities who remembered their loved ones who passed away:
