On Saturday, December 13th, Carlos and Charlene Montoya were involved in a devastating rollover car accident that forever changed their lives. Carlos tragically lost his life, and Charlene was left fighting for hers. While Charlene has since been released from the hospital, her journey is far from over. She is now facing the unthinkable—grieving the sudden loss of her husband while trying to piece together a life they had only just begun.

Carlos and Charlene had been married for just one year. They recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary and had just moved from Chino Hills to Wildomar to support Charlene’s brother and build their future together. What should have been a season of new beginnings has instead become a time of profound heartbreak. Charlene must now navigate grief, recovery, funeral arrangements, and major life changes—completely alone.

Carlos was so much more than a husband. He was a loving son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. He was deeply devoted to his family and worked tirelessly to support and care for those he loved. He was also a proud dog dad to his beloved border collie, Ottie, who was truly his companion and joy. Carlos showed up for the people in his life with kindness, loyalty, and love, and his absence leaves a space that can never be filled.

Charlene is now faced with overwhelming emotional and financial burdens—funeral and memorial expenses, medical bills, living expenses, and the reality of rebuilding her life while grieving the loss of her partner. No one should have to endure this alone.

This GoFundMe has been created to surround Charlene with the support she so desperately needs right now. Any contribution—no matter the amount—will help ease the financial strain and allow her the space to grieve, heal, and find her footing during this unimaginable time.

If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing this page, keeping Charlene and the Montoya family in your thoughts and prayers, and honoring Carlos by helping the woman he loved most find her way forward.

Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and support.