June 12, 1949 – August 11, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Mimi Valmonte at the Health Sciences Centre on August 11, 2026 at the age of 77 years due to complications related to leukemia.  Her soul is surrounded by family and loved ones on her journey.

Born on June 12, 1949 to parents Arsenio Cruz Sr. And Primitiva Cruz in Paranaque. Manila.  She attended St. Paul’s High School and proceeded to receive a degree in Banking and Finance at Far Eastern University.  She immigrated to Canada where she met her husband, Eli Valmonte.  Mimi married Eli in 1973.  During their 53 years of marriage, they had two children, Noel and Leila Hazel.

Mimi worked at several firms during her work career.  Her most notable employment was at Unysis.  Due to her cheerful friendly nature, she had garnered lifetime friends wherever she works her infectious patented laugh is what they remember most.  Baking is a passion.  Her creations had graced dinner functions.  She also prides herself to have a green thumb.  Her flower garden shows its blooms in the summer months.  Lately she has been preoccupied with orchids.

Mimi was predeceased by her beloved daughter Leila Hazel, her parents, her brother Archangel.

Left to mourn is husband Eli, son Noel, daughter in law Cherlaine and the love of her life grandchildren Summer and Skylar, Son-in-law Bob Navarro.
Brothers Herman, Archie (Esther) Sister Corrie (Mario)
Brothers in law Bennie (Mercie) , Nanding,.
Sister in laws Yollie (Amang), Lucie, Chato (Ron), Let, Miguela (Paul).  Numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Lamay was held at Glen Eden Funeral Home on Monday, August 24, 2026.

Funeral Mass was held at St. Peter’s Church, 2624 Inkster Blvd on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.  Officiant: Msgr Enrique Samson Jr.

We would like to thank Dr. Brett Houston, Dr. Donald Houston and the staff at Cancer Care Manitoba and HSC for the excellent care they have provided Herminia.