Mary was born January 4, 1923 in San Antonio, TX. She has been a faithful servant starting early in her life. Continuing her grandmothers legacy, she remained a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Mary met and fell in love with Steve F. Montoya at a district church conference in Corpus Christi, TX in May of 1946. They were married August 19, 1946 and were sealed for time and all eternity on November 7, 1947.
Mary raised 3 sons and supported and uplifted her husband and household. She remained a hard worker throughout her life starting as an entry clerk at Joske’s to over 35 years of book keeping for Montoya 4 Auto Parts founded by herself and husband Steve. Mary faithfully attended her church meetings and endlessly encouraged her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren to pray, love one another, and serve. Mary was steadfast in many callings throughout her life but was dedicated in heart to her family and music to the very end.
She is preceded in death by her Mother, Father, Grandmother, 3 sisters & 1 brother. Survivors include her sister Estella Arellano, her three sons; Steve F. Montoya Jr. of San Angelo, TX, Russell Montoya of San Antonio, TX, and Frank S. Montoya Sr. of Helotes, TX, 13 grandchildren, and 29 great-grandchildren.
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