Lawrence John Montoya, 51, of Trinidad quietly passed away in his sleep on December 5, 2015.
Lawrence was born in Trinidad, Colorado on April 10, 1964, in Mt. San Rafael Hospital. He graduated from Hoehne High School and continued on to receive two A.A.S. degrees from Trinidad State Junior College (TSJC), one in Electronics, and the second in Computer Maintenance.
Upon graduation from TSJC Lawrence was hired by Unisys in San Diego as an Information Technology (IT) Field Engineer. After Unisys, Lawrence worked in the IT arena for various other companies such as NORAD, Compaq, Lockheed Martin, and TSJC. In 2011 he opened a small computer business in Trinidad named EL&M Computer Solutions where he was known for his computer maintenance and installation skills by many local businesses and individuals.
Lawrence enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. One of his fondest memories was of was a catfish he caught in the Trinidad Lake. It was 34.5” long and weighed 20 Lbs.
Lawrence was married to Suzanne Torres on June 16, 2007 they were married for 13 years.
Lawrence is survived by Suzy his wife and companion; Children Jessica Montoya (Cameron Termin-Fideler) and Blake Montoya from a previous marriage; Step Children Douglas and Kristina Essen; Grandchildren Wynter Rose, Lily Belle, and Barrett; Parents Samuel and Anita Montoya; Brothers Joseph Montoya (Angela) and Samuel Montoya; Sisters Eleanor Rael (Carmel) and Denise Montoya-Pimolwatana (Chai); and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
Visitation will be Thursday from 3PM-7PM at the Comi Chapel.
Funeral Services will be Friday, December 11, 2015 at 9AM at the Faith Christian Fellowship Church with Pastor Bill Frashuer officiating,
Interment will follow at the Trinidad Masonic Cemetery.
