Carrie Montoya

Carrie Montoya, 60, passed away on Monday February 28, 2022 at her home in Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was a long-time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of San Antonio, Texas.

She was born February 18, 1962 in San Antonio, Texas; the daughter of William Garcia and Virginia Cantu.

Mrs. Montoya attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and was a 1980 graduate of Rock Springs High School. She received her nursing degree from Western Wyoming Community College.

She married Frank Montoya August 8, 1980 in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He preceded her in death October 8, 2005.

Mrs. Montoya loved her children and her grandchildren more than anything in the world. She had a great love for her family. Mrs. Montoya always had a small dog by her side.

She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community.

Survivors include one son, Michael Montoya of Salt Lake City, Utah; one daughter Melissa Sheldon and husband Kyle of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three brothers, Willie Garcia of Sheridan, Wyoming; Dennis Garcia and wife Tonya of Rock Springs, Wyoming; Michael Garcia and wife Rachel of Gig Harbor, Washington; three sisters, Marie Howells and husband Lyle of Rock Springs, Wyoming; Laura Howells and companion Jeff Obrien of White Bear Lake, Minnesota; Lisa Schunk and husband Barry of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four grandchildren, Miah; Alexa; Maddie and Bella; several aunts; uncles; nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents William and Virginia Garcia; husband, Frank Montoya.

Cremation will take place; a private family service will be conducted.

Condolences may be left at http://www.vasefuneralhomes.com.