Gilbert A. Montoya

Gilbert Andrew Montoya, Jr. age 47 of Las Vegas, NM. died on July 1, 2009. He was born and raised in Las Vegas and graduated from West Las Vegas High. He enjoyed going fishing and spending time with his friends, and helping out others when he could. Mr. Montoya is survived by his parents Gilbert and Rose Montoya of Las Vegas, son Julian Silva of Albuquerque, sister Miquelita Montoya of Las Vegas, uncle Frank Montoya, aunt Estefanita Montoya, cousin Gerald Cardenas, Veronica and Mike Ogas, Joe Ortega and sisters, all of Las Vegas, Anthony Lucero of Las Vegas, niece Maggie Gonzales all of Las Vegas, uncle and aunt Pat and Susie Gomez and family of Manzanola, CO. sister in law Tonie Griego of Albuquerque, God-daughter Hopie of Albuquerque and friend Jerry Tenorio of Las Vegas, as well as other relatives. Arrangements for cremation have been made and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Rivera Family Funeral Homes, Block-Salazar Mortuary branch in Espanola. (505) 753-2288, toll free (800) 443-4854, www.blocksalazarmortuary.com