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Obituary for Montano


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Friday January 17, 2003

Roman"Ray" Montano passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Isabel; his son, Roman, Jr. and wife, Jennifer; and his daughter, Lisa. He also leaves behind his beautiful granddaughters, Gabriela Montano (baby Gaby) and Jene Montano (Nicolai); and his grandson and"best buddy", Daniel Montano (Klon); brother, Diego Montano; and sisters, Kay Chavira, Connie Nuanes and Toni Gabaldon. Ray was a Korean War Veteran and served Bernalillo and Valencia Counties as a Sheriff's Deputy for many years. He lived for 37 years in the house that he built with his own hands and was a devoted provider for his family. He had many wonderful friends. He was always building or fixing something and never failed to help someone in need. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 20, 2003 at St. Edwin Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona Rd. SW.