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Omar Montoya Obituary
2016 WILLIAMSTOWN Omar Montoya, 47, of Delray Beach, Florida, recently residing in Williamstown, Massachusetts, died on Thursday, July 21, 2016, surrounded by family and friends at Albany Medical Center. A kind and gentle soul with an immense love of people, Omar was born in Peru and grew up in Glen Cove on Long Island. He studied at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, and moved to Williamstown to work as the first chef at Mezze Bistro in 1996. Omar worked with the organization for more than ten years. Omar moved to Boca Raton, Florida, and worked for various restaurants in Del Ray before moving to New Jersey to work with Fresh Co. Two months ago, he returned to Williamstown to work with Mezze Catering + Events. As a chef, Omar was an inspiration to so many people in the kitchen. Adored by his colleagues and friends, he sparked the passion of dozens of chefs and generously shared his knowledge and his delicious food wherever he went. He is survived by his mother Elba Ecca, his brother Willy Montoya, sister Patricia Savvides, two nephews Savvas and Alex, and ex-wife Adriana Scuta. He was predeceased by his father, Pedro Montoya.
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colton turner
July 31, 2016
Chef Omar its just me colton. Remember that 1 time u picked me up to go see that movie 300 and grabbed a bite to eat at shake shack after. Good times come with good memories so thanks brother.we'll talk again heard that chef. Nothing but love baby, nothing but love.
P.s.- say hi to my dad for me and my 2 aunts Erin and Theresa.
Your good friend Colton Turner aka big "C" dogg
Lula
July 24, 2016
My sincere sympathy to the family. I pray that in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful memories shared and will always cherish these beautiful memories of Omar. Romans 15:13
Noreen Mormando (nee Bailey)
July 24, 2016
I have not seen Omar in many, many years but remember what a kind man he was even as a very young man. His larger than life personality would always give you a smile. My condolences to Willy and Patty as well as their mother on this horrible loss.
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