Ed Montoya Jr. of Austin, Texas, died May 27, 2012, at his home. He was 58.
Mr. Montoya was born Oct. 9, 1953, in Delta, to Edward and Fidelia (Valdez) Montoya. He spent his childhood in Delta and graduated from Delta High School in 1972.
He married Carrie Pope on June 11, 1971, in Cedaredge. She died Oct. 15, 2011.
Mr. Montoya worked for the University of Texas for 23 years before retiring. He was currently working for the City of Austin Water Department. He enjoyed sno cones and fishing trips to the coast with his grandson, family and friends.
He is survived by two daughters and their husbands, Tina and Isaac Palacios of Round Rock, Texas, and Lisa and Jr. Leos of New Braunfels, Texas; his parents, Edward and Fidelia Montoya Sr.; a brother, Richard Montoya of Austin, Texas; two sisters, Rene Montoya and Yvonne Pingleton, both of Austin, Texas; and a grandson, Nathan Palacios of Round Rock, Texas.
Mr. Montoya was preceded in death by his wife, Carrie Montoya; and a brother, Fidel Montoya.
A graveside service was held June 2 at Onion Creek Memorial Park in Austin, Texas.
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