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Richard Montoya
May 4th, 1941 - June 3rd, 2021
May 4th, 1941 - June 3rd, 2021
RICHARD MONTOYA
MAY 4, 1941 – JUNE 3, 2021
Richard Montoya, 80-beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on June 3, 2021 surrounded by his loving family, following a brief illness.
Richard was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Frank and Amadita Montoya; the fifth of nine children. He worked for the State Highway Department for over 33 years before retiring to his ranch.
He lived simply and proudly, sharing the knowledge he acquired over his lifetime with others. Richard was preceded in death by parents, an infant sister, brothers, Frank Jr. and Tommy Montoya. He is survived by Senaida, his wife of 44 years, children Debbie (Bob), Amalia (Dean) and Ricardo (Kenda), five grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, his loving siblings, his many nieces, nephews, cousins and “adopted” grandchildren.
Funeral Services are under the direction of Rivera Family Funeral Home.
A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at the Rivera Kiva Chapel of Light, in Santa Fe. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 25, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. St. Anne Parish in Santa Fe.
A private burial for family will take place at a later date.
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Angelica Miera
Saying goodbye to someone we love is heartbreaking. May you find comfort in all the special memories shared with Richard. I remember how he used to come into the credit union and give me grief, making us laugh and always leaving us smiling!! Always telling me “Ya cásate para que te mantengan” Words cannot express my sadness. May God and love help you through this difficult time. My prayers are sent with love to you my friend Senaida and your beautiful family.
Loretta Maez
Senaida and family, I am so saddened to read about Richard’s passing. My deepest condolences to all of you! Richard was an amazing man. Most of all a jokester. I am going to miss him coming to the Credit Union and making me blush. I considered him a very good friend. May you find comfort in the wonderful memories of him.
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