Johnny Montoya

Johnny Jake Montoya Sr. passed away on August 17, 2016 from renal failure. He was born on September 26, 1951, in Del Norte, Colorado to Henry and Clara Montoya. He attended school in Del Norte. On May 18, 1965 the family moved to Rupert, Idaho in search for work. Johnny married Marilyn Matsaw and together they had three children: Johnny Jr., Elizabeth and David Montoya. Johnny worked for Simplots and Rolland Jones Potatoes, because of his health, he was forced into retirement. His hobbies include Fishing, hunting, bowling and fixing things. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Johnny is survived by his daughter Elizabeth Montoya (David Escalera), brothers Henry (Rosie) Montoya and Edward (Terry) Montoya, sisters Evelyn (Frank) Rodriguez, Rosie Montoya, Doris (Arnold) Martinez and Diane (Joe) Shigihara, 16 grandkids and 2 great grandchildren, his loving companion his dog Chica, special friend Lynda Bauer, and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Marilyn and sons Johnny Jr. and David Montoya, brothers Steve and Michael Montoya and companion Sharon Cole. The family would like to thank his grandkids: Johnny III, Michelle and Laura and his friends. Lynda Bauer and Doug Clark for the special care you gave Johnny until he died. Thank you Joe Wiggins - Home Health and Hospice. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday August 20, 2016 at Hansen Mortuary. Viewing for family and friends will be held from 6-8:00 p.m. Friday August 19, 2016 at the mortuary and one hour prior to services under the direction of Hansen Mortuary.

Funeral Service Date of Service: Aug. 20, 2016