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MONTOYA -- Amelia, 75, wife, mother, sister and grandmother passed away on March 4, 2010 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Polvadera, NM on November 2, 1934 to Teodoro and Rose Chavez Jiron. Amelia is survived by her husband of 55 years, Gerald Montoya; children, Geri Moya and husband, Alfred of Albuquerque, Cia Arias and husband, Robert of Placitas, Margaret Brandt and husband, Jim of Mesa, AZ, Ed Montoya and wife, Jennifer of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Dan Montoya of Tempe, AZ. Amelia has nine grandchildren, Paul Feery, Alec and Amanda Brandt, Nick, Mark, Will and Joann Montoya, Sarah and Amy Jo Montoya; her loving sister, Lucille Montoya; nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law, Lillie and Lovella Montoya; and numerous relatives and friends. Amelia loved the Lord and spent her time praising God. She deeply loved her children and grandchildren. Amelia was a hardworking wife, mother and homemaker to her family. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks and gratitude to the caregivers at Robin House and the service providers of Odyssey Hospice. Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, March 11, 2010 at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, the Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. and the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. The family wishes to thank everyone for their heartfelt condolences and support at this very difficult time. She will be deeply missed. God bless you forever Mom. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Wed March 10, 2010