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Obituary for MONTOYA


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Friday December 04, 2009

Joseph James Montoya, "JOE BROWN" - 26, a resident of Albuquerque went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 1, 2009. He is survived by his parents Rosella and Max Montoya. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Filia Madrid; grandfather Magdaleno Montoya; and great aunt Mollie Lovato. Other survivors include his grandfather Charlie G. Madrid; Aunts: Priscilla Madrid, Connie Romero and spouse John, Ann Montoya, Vicky DeHerrera and spouse Michael, Cathy Montoya, Theresa Montoya, Linda Candelaria and Johnny Barela, Loretta Shute and spouse Jeff. Uncles: James Madrid and spouse Hilda, Ernest Madrid and Susie Trujillo, Michael Montoya, Andy Montoya, Dennis Montoya, Frank Montoya and spouse Janice; great aunts and uncles: Mollie Garcia, Helen and Louie Vigil, Sophie Barela, Ida Leyba. Cousins: Elizabeth and Juan Brito, Megan and Tibo DeHerrera, Kendall Montoya, Jeremy and Leo Sandoval, Lori Sanchez, Rene Montoya, Deann Poupakis, Danny Garcia. Nicole, Nathan, Andrew and David Gallegos, Mark Gutierrez and Monica Stevens, Karen and Michael, Teresa, Mark, Matthew, Patrick Madrid, Gloria Borman, Jeanette Ortiz, Ernie Madrid and many other cousins. Joseph was a member of Holy Ghost Parish and served many years as an Altar server and currently as the greeter coordinator. He attended Holy Ghost School and graduated in 2002 from St Pius X High School. He was currently attending the University of Phoenix completing a BS in Information Technology. A member of the Down Low Car Club, he enjoyed working on his 1965 Ford Thunderbird. He played soccer for many years with the Duke City soccer league and at St Pius X High School and was currently playing in the Adult soccer league. Joseph was previously employed by Lockheed Martin, SAIC and currently was employed by the USDA Forest Service Accounting Service Center. Joseph will be remembered as loving son, trusted friend,and for the laughter he gave to all. He was devoted to God and will be deeply missed by his family and friends. All are invited to a viewing on Friday, December 4, 2009, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Service Carlisle Chapel at 3113 Carlisle NE. A Rosary will be recited Friday at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Ghost Parish, 833 Arizona SE. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday, December 5, 2009 10:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost Parish. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers; Adam Sanchez, Eric Mathews, Mark Madrid, Matthew Madrid, Jeremy Sandoval and Leo Sandoval. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Joseph's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Service Carlisle Chapel 3113 Carlisle Boulevard, N.E. Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 884-1188