Born in Santa Rosa NM he was an only Child
Married Avelina Trujillo on Nov 30, 1953 in Sapello, New Mexico @ Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church
Survived by his loving Wife and 6 children Juanita Montoya, Manuel Carlos Montoya, Joseph Theodore Montoya, Debra Klir (Chicago, Ill), Tina-Marie Sanchez and Albert Montoya. He has 18 grandchildren and more great grandchildren. Pallbearer: Juanita Montoya, Carlos Montoya, Ted Montoya, Debra Klir, Tina Montoya, Al Montoya. Honorary Pallbearer: Manuel Martinez. He was a Knights of Columbus member and saddle maker.