Obit celebrates pregnant teen’s ‘vibrant spirit’ as boyfriend faces charges in her death
A teenager who prosecutors say was killed by her boyfriend is remembered for her "vibrant spirit," according to her obituary .
Kylee Monteiro, 18, was reported missing by her boyfriend, Gregory Groom , 22, on Aug. 8.
Monteiro previously told Groom that she was 11 weeks pregnant with his baby and the pair got into a fight on Aug. 6, according to the police.
Police said that Monteiro told her sister, Faith Monteiro, that Groom threw her on the ground, pulled her hair and strangled her.
Monteiro sent a text to her sister that reads: "My phones at 4% if I die it was Greg."
On Aug. 19, Groom and Faith Monteiro arrived at the police station for an interview. During the interview, Groom admitted to killing his girlfriend.
Groom drew a map for police, who conducted a search of his property in Rehoboth. During the search, police found a hole with a body that was consistent with Monteiro.
The remains, however, have not yet been identified as Monteiro's by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, according to the prosecutor.
Groom was arraigned and ordered held without bail in Taunton District Court on Aug. 20. He was charged with murder and multiple domestic violence charges.
A graduate of the Attleboro High School Class of 2025, Monteiro was known for her passion for welding, posting on the internet and "adoring" her sisters and niece, the obituary reads.
Monteiro is survived by her four siblings and several of her family members, according to the obituary.
"Kylee's light will continue to shine in the hearts of those who knew and loved her," the obituary reads. "She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all."
Visitation hours for Monteiro will be held on Sept. 4 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and on Sept. 5 starting at 11 a.m. at William W. Tripp Funeral Home at 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, Rhode Island, according to the obituary. A service will be held at the funeral home on Sept. 5 at 12 p.m.
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