October 5, 1935 – May 10, 2021
Arthur was born October 5, 1935 in Bakersfield, CA to Angel and Florentina Montanio where he resided his entire Earthly life.
At the age of 18, Arthur enlisted in the United States Navy as an Aircraft Engine Mechanic Apprentice where he served in the Korean War until he returned home in 1956 to begin his civilian life. For 43 years Arthur has been the proud business owner of Independent Fire and Safety where he dedicated his life to growing a legacy for his family. His sense of humor and commitment to his family were among his many qualities. He loved to tell stories from his humble beginnings living in a home with dirt floors with all his eight siblings as a child, his father’s time as a Vaquero at Tejon Ranch and the many people he met throughout his lifetime. During his retired years he loved to travel and take his RV to go fishing in the High Sierras every summer, watch his great-grandchildren play and spending time with his horses.
Arthur is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Lynn, his three children, Yvonne, Art Jr., and Ronald as well as seven grandchildren, Jenelle, Eric, Jessica, Chris, Nick, Michael, Samantha and five great-grandchildren, Teagyn, Emery, Kenadi, Nixin and Elam.
He is preceded in death by his Father and Mother, Brothers Felix and Richard Montanio and Sister Connie Hernandez.
On May 10, 2021, Arthur took his last breath to be with the Lord after a recent Cancer diagnosis that ultimately led to a peaceful passing while at Adventist Health Hospital surrounded by his Wife and Children.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hillcrestmemorial.com for the Montanio family.
Partager l'avis de décès
v.1.9.5