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MONTOYA -- RICARDO A. "DICKIE" Age 74, a native of Santa Fe and resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, July 11, 2011. He is preceded in death by his father, Dick Montoya; mother, Fidelia Montoya of Santa Fe, NM; and brother, Andrew Montoya of Arroyo Seco. He is survived by his wife and friend, Rebecca Montoya; and sons, Ricardi Montoya (23) and Erik Montoya(21), of Albuquerque; brothers, Phillip T. Montoya and wife, Wendy, of Santa Fe, Pete Montoya and wife, Mary of Rio Rancho, Robert Montoya and wife, Franchesca of Tijeras; sisters, Mary Jane Lucero and husband, Phil of Espanola, Dolores Peguero and husband, Robert (who Rick loved like a brother) of La Mirada, CA, Beatrice Garcia and husband, Toby of Corrales, and Patricia Rane and husband, Ivan of Rio Rancho; and numerous nephews, nieces, and grand-nieces. Rick was a graduate of Santa Fe High School and New Mexico State University. He was an electrical engineer and with his brothers owned electrical contracting companies; Dick Montoya and Sons, and Montoya Brothers Electrical Company, with over 80 years in business. He was also a member of the New Mexico State House of representatives in late 1970's. Rick was known for his quick wit and jokes and was loved by all his family. His faith, family and friends meant everything to him. He will be missed by all who had the opportunity to meet him. A Celebration of Life was held Wednesday, July 13, 2011.
        Published on: Sun July 17, 2011