Cristobal "Chris" Montoya

MONTOYA, CRISTOBAL (CHRIS) Cristobal (Chris) Montoya, 81, was called home to be with the Lord on January 2, 2015. He was born on March 28, 1933 in Albuquerque, NM, to Pedro and Delfina Montoya. Chris was preceded in death by his wife, Betty, of 43 years in 2001. He is survived by his son, Anthony Montoya, and wife Lorraine of Albuquerque; daughter Michelle Martin and husband Robert of Sandia Park; and four grandchildren, Anthony, Lisa and Matthew Montoya, and Christopher Martin. Chris proudly served in the Army, completing a combat tour of duty during the Korean War. He enjoyed golf and fishing, but especially loved attending athletic and musical events of his grandchildren. Chris will always be remembered for his devotion to his family. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, January 6, 2015, 9:00 a.m., at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 Saint Joseph's Avenue NW, with visitation one hour prior. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Anthony Montoya, Jr., Matthew Montoya, Christopher Martin, Larry Gallegos, Robert Gallegos and Ed Stempeck. Please visit our online guestbook for Chris at . FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300