This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Monti Rainbolt who left this Earth far too young at age 56,
If you would like details on the Celebration of His Life we are having it on September 14th in Los Angeles so please email Traci Templin-Rainbolt at tracibelieving{at}yahoo.com, or Shaynee Rainbolt at Shaynee{at}Shaynee.com. (please note: {at}i s substituted for @ to avoid spambots)
Monti was a kind, genuine, talented, and interesting man of many hats (literally and figuratively). He will be remembered fondly and with a smile by many and missed by all who loved him. As Monti liked to say with his wonderful Italian accent…An diamo : Let’s Go! He is on to the next adventure. His bravery, tenacity and life force were lessons for us all. He may have struggled at times, but he never, ever gave up. Our lives are forever changed by him and we thank the Universe for the unique energy which manifested as Monti Santilli Rainbolt.
Tributes
Leave a tributexo Traci
It's been a stormy, wet and wild day here in Santa Cruz. So many memories rushing through my head about you and your amazing self. Miss you soooo much ," Mont." So I went down to your little " bohemian Apt." in Capitola. I did throw a flower off the wharf to honor you. Your boys were so lucky to have a Dad ( although , way too short ) as you were to them. I know you are watching over them. Gosh Mont , you still have my heart and I am so grateful we had some special times together.
love you guy and know you're missed.
We miss you so much, but I'm sure that you and Eva are throwing a great party right now.
Love,
David
This video and music is so beautiful and Thank you for letting us all share Monti.... Love
He helped arrange and then hung special photos in my home office, and it was Monti who made a wonderful birthday video of Sherm and our guests several years ago.
What he contributed will always be a part of our lives.
Thank you, Monti.
Many many blessings to all who loved him.
He will hold his rightful place in your hearts, forever.
Love,
marjorie Loring Gauley
My thoughts and prayers go out Traci, Theo, Arthur- Monti always spoke of you with such love and pride- a glow at mention of you all...
Rusted Mustang driving, Crazy life filled smiling,Outrage at injustice and still cynical view laughing. Character in all ways- thank you Monti-
Only the good die young. He was a great father and he loved Arthur and Theo with all of his heart.
I will sorely miss him. Larry Awbrey
Monti and I met while working together on a long-forgotten TV show called “Mad Movies”. This was in 1985, before Monti got into the union and was just starting his career. Those were silly days and the show’s crew and staff had silly nicknames for each other: I was the 'Randster', there was a 'Kentster' and a 'Tomster', and I called Monti the 'Montster'. I thought it was clever but he never liked it.
We bonded for several reasons: His sense of humor, his laugh, his eccentricities, and his sincerity. I lived in the South Bay at the time, and Monti had grown up not too far from my place. We hung out a lot that summer, and he took me by his old house during one of his visits, recounting some fond memories. Monti gave more than he got from me. When we spoke of our dreams and wishes, I could see that Monti was not complacent with the status quo. I could also see that he was a restless spirit who was wise beyond his years. I think part of me wished that I could be as special as he.
The show ended and we drifted apart. Monti pursued his goals, his dreams and his ambitions, becoming a valued and respected crafts person in the business. I took another path and moved away from the L.A. area for a period. But we managed to speak once or twice over the years. I talked to him after his father Bill had passed, and I was aware of his marriage to Traci and that he was starting a family. He came by the apartment in Hollywood that I shared with my wife-to-be Susan.
I wish that I had done a better job of keeping in touch with Monti. It is heartwarming and comforting to see the pictures of Monti and his family, and to read the tributes. He became the person whose potential I saw and knew so many years ago. And, so much more.
I am grateful that I had a brief moment in time with Monti, and I am saddened by his passing. But I am also a better person for having known Monti. RIP my friend. My wife Susan and I send our thoughts and prayers to Traci, Arthur, Theo, Shaynee and all of Monti's extended family.
Leave a Tribute
My two favorite memories of times with him were at his little apartment on the beach in Capitola (Santa Cruz), and him taking us to concerts including Led Zeppelin, the Kinks and Jethro Tull. May his memory bring solace to his family and friends.
Birthday
Remembering Monti on his birthday , January 23 , 2019. Will always remember and forever missed. Til we meet Again.