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Gilbert Montoya Obituary


Gilbert Montoya, 65, of Capitan, New Mexico, passed away after a hard fought battle of cancer on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at the Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born in Lincoln, New Mexico on February 28, 1951, Gilbert lived most of his life in Lincoln County, New Mexico.

Gilbert was a hard-working man who worked as a master home builder, facilities manager, and building inspector for Alto Lakes Golf and Country Club. Gilbert was an outdoorsman and craftsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, chopping wood, and golfing. In his spare time he enjoyed spending time with his wife, girls, and grand babies, walking his Starsky boy and restoring his classic '56 Chevy pickup.

Gilbert was extremely generous and was always willing to lend a helping hand. During his last few years he practiced his gifts of building and maintenance by volunteering with the Noah Project (Needing One Another's Help), a ministry of Angus Church in which he helped people around their homes when they needed it. He also helped with the church food bank.

Gilbert was extraordinarily loving and proud of his four daughters Sheila, Jennifer, Billie Jo, and Maggie, their spouses and his five grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, the love of his life of 45 years, Patsy Montoya. He is also survived by his mother Favia Dalton and mother Ruby Montoya, along with eight loving siblings, many nieces, nephews and countless friends.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at 11:00am, at the Angus church of the Nazarene, 103 Bonita Park Rd, Capitan, NM 88316 anguschurch.org.

In lieu of flowers charitable donations can be made to the Noah project, payable to Angus church, memo line Noah project.

Published by Ruidoso News from Nov. 29 to Dec. 28, 2016.
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We are with you in spirit. We love the whole family and know that God is carrying you. Gilbert was a great person and we will always have him in our hearts.

December 4, 2016

Gilbert was one hard working guy. He always carried his weight and he was always a good guy happy guy. Now hes with my best buddy Tranky ...im sure gonna miss him.. All my love to Ruby lil Tranky jito sandy verla .Gilbert had real precious family his daughters are somethin else those kids love thier daddy..God bless and May our Dear Lord cover you with blessings whatever ypu need. .Lawrence Tafoya Cathy Georgia

lorry zamora

December 1, 2016

A wonderful man and good friend. Gilbert gave his all to everything he did and was someone you could count on in good and bad times. He fought a tremendous battle and now can rest. Our condolences to Patsy and the rest of the family.

Jim and Mitzi Lorah

November 29, 2016

Just a note to let you know that I am sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories of your family.

Esther Nava

November 29, 2016

Patsy Anna and girls, My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. Remember I am here for you. I love you with all my heart.
Tia Seney

Seney Schuh

November 29, 2016

The day I began work at Alto Country Club, my boss asked Gilbert to give me a tour and orient me to the club. I spent about 30 minutes with him that day, and although he didnt teach me much about the club, I heard EVERYTHING about his wife and daughters. He adored his family. He was a kind and decent man. Rest easy my old friend. Love and prayers.

Kathy Brooks

November 28, 2016

Sending our love and hugs. We wished we could be there, but we are at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. We were blessed to have known Gilbert. Howard and Mary Shanks

Mary Shanks

November 28, 2016

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