On August 19, 2020, Belinda Troup, 56, entered into paradise from her home in Hayward, she was born in New York on January 14, 1964 to Jose and Janet (Sotomayor) Montalvo.

She is survived by her loving husband James Troup of 40 years; her son Ricky dil Michelle, and daughter Ariel sil Josh; grandchildren Charlotte and Benjamin, and pet Gizmo; God parent's Ralph and Rafeala Santos; siblings Angel L. Gonzalez, Dorinda sil Isabel (Montalvo) Ochoa, Jose (Joey) A. Montalvo; and multiple family members and in laws from out of state.  

She was preceded in death by her parents' Jose and Janet (Sotomayor) Montalvo and her loving pets' Willis and Bruiser.

She studied at Arroyo High School in San Lorenzo CA, and completed her graduation diploma at San Lorenzo Adult School. 

Her joys in life were singing, dancing, laughing, coloring, and painting; most of all she loves spending time with her family playing imaginary games and cooking.

She was especially a fantastic Mom to everyone!