- Date Of Birth: January 28, 1945
- Date Of Death: January 21, 2017
- State: New Mexico
Richard Castillo Montoya, 71, of Mimbres, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2017, at his residence surrounded by his family.
Richard was born on January 28, 1945, in San Lorenzo to Alejandro Montoya and Ynes Castillo. He served his country in the United States Air Force. After being honorably discharged he was employed with the Grant County Sheriff’s Department for many years. Richard also served as Bayard Chief of Police for a period of time. Richard was very proud when he found out he was part Apache. Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. Richard will be missed by his family and friends.
Richard is survived by his wife, Evon Lobato; sons, David Montoya (Ina) and Thomas Montoya (Christina); a daughter, Rosanne Montoya; one brother, Benny Montoya; sister, Rufina Avena; sister-in-law, Betty Cummings; grandchildren, Dominic, Nicole and Isaiah Mancha, Ella and Marisela Montoya; many nieces and nephews; close friends, Hope and family, Kate, Phil and Steve.
Besides his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his parents-in-law, Moises and Rose Lobato, and a sister-in-law, Edna Garcia.
