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Viola Montoya Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 26, 2016.

Viola M. Montoya, 91, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, November 23, 2016. Born in Sunnyside, CO on May 1, 1925 to Aurelio and Augusta Vigil. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Lee Montoya; brothers, Joe and Dan Vigil; sister-in-law, Mary Vigil and son-in-law, Garry Thompson. Survived by children, Robert Montoya (Peggy Gonzales) and Angelina Gifford of Albuquerque, NM; Therese Thompson of Cleveland, TN; Sam (Angel) Montoya of Clovis, NM; Charles (Veronica) Montoya of Pueblo, CO; 9 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She graduated from Walsenburg High School in 1942, moved to Pueblo and began a career as a civil servant for the Pueblo Army Depot later transferring to Ft. Carson Army Base, from where she retired in 1985. She moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1986 where she lived until 2011 when she returned to Pueblo, where she lived happily until her death. She deeply loved her children, grandchildren and family and they were the light of her life. She gave so much and asked for so little. She will be greatly missed. Viewing at Imperial Memorial Garden Chapel, Thursday, December 1, 2-6 p.m. Rosary following at 6 p.m. Funeral Mass at Holy Family Parish, Friday, December 2, 11 a.m. Interment services to follow. The family requests your presence at Holy Family Parish Hall immediately following graveside services to share a meal in the celebration and honor of Viola's life.
Arrangements under the direction of Imperial Funeral Home, Pueblo, CO.

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December 1, 2016

Rick, Miles, and Annette

When we think of Grandma Vi, we think of her "angel dust" and how she sprinkled kindness, care, and gentle love to us. We were blessed to have Grandma Vi . . . and blessings continue as she is with us still. May each find peace with the love Grandma Vi shared.

November 28, 2016

Viola Montoya

We would like to express our sincere condolences to the entire Montoya family. We were extremely fortunate to have Aunt Viola in our lives. She was truly an exceptional woman with such a beautiful soul. She will be missed terribly.. We ask that the Lord be with you at this time and know that he will be with you comforting you through this difficult time. We love you all very much. Sincerely Donald and Silvia Vigil

November 27, 2016

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad time Psalms 29:11

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