Lance Jonathan Aldave

Lance Jonathan Aldave, 30, of West Hartford, CT passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 in West Hartford, CT. He was born on May 10, 1989 in Hartford, CT, the son of Mirtica Nelly Aldave. He attended West Hartford schools and graduated from the William H. Hall High School in 2007. He joyfully completed the Advanced Culinary Arts Program at the CT Culinary Institute in 2009. This was Lance’s second year working as a Special Education Paraprofessional in West Hartford’s Early Learning Center at Whiting Lane School. Prior to that, Lance was a tutor for English learners in Hartford Public Schools for three years. Lance was also a Personal Care Assistant for the State of CT Department of Social Services and the State of CT Department of Developmental Services. For several years, he worked at Dish n’ Dat and recently partnered with Peter Spungin, a friend and mentor, at Seasonings Catering Company. Lance is survived by his mother, Mirtica Nelly Aldave of West Hartford; his twin brother and best friend Logan, both at home. He also leaves many aunts, uncles and cousins. His love for animals led him to rescue his two dogs, Karma and Buddah, who lived up to the principle of being a man’s best friend. Lance was blessed to have traveled extensively around the world with his mother, brother, and beloved grandmother. Some of the countries he enjoyed were Peru, Argentina, China, Spain, Germany and Poland, along with many other wonderous destinations. His generous heart often led him to volunteer or cook for non-profit and good causes such as the children’s summer Camp Kesem for kids whose parents are affected by cancer, Analeh’s Annual Toy Drive, YMCA and Veterans events. His sense of humor had no limits and he made everyone around him laugh, smile and feel better in this world. Lance and his students recognized the light in one another. His patience, passion, and playful heart enabled him to be a gift to the students he taught. Lance will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him. He was the kind of young man that anyone would be proud to call son, brother, nephew, cousin, mentor and friend. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Molloy Funeral Home 906 Farmington Ave. in West Hartford. Calling hours will be on Monday, November 25 from 4:00 – 7:00pm at the Funeral Home. The funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, November 26 at 10:00am at The Cathedral of St. Joseph in Hartford, CT. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider donations to the CT Humane Society at 701 Russell Rd, Newington, CT 06111 or givecthumane.org. Online expressions of sympathy at www.molloyfuneralhome.com.