Lorraine Montoya

Lorraine E. Montoya age 52, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away unexpectedly January 30, 2023, from medical reasons.  She was born on November 24, 1970 to Florida and Robert Montoya.

Lori is preceded in death by her mother-in-law and father-in-law Belarmino & Edna Hartt; the love of her life Edward Hartt; her daughter Celeste Montoya; and her mother Florida Montoya.

She is survived by her daughter Iesha Hartt (Julio Guevara); her 7 grandchildren Janae Montoya, Joshua Hartt, Jr., Emaliyah Hartt, Jalisa Hartt, Faith Montoya, Manoah Guevara Hartt, Indica Guevara Hartt; her siblings Felix Tafoya, Fred Atencio (Mariah), and Roberta Montoya; niece and nephew Ashley Martinez and Andrew Fresquez; aunts and uncles Lucia Casias, Isabel Gonzales, Marina Tafoya, Annie Pacheco (David), Nick Tafoya, Polly Tafoya and Tommy Tafoya; special cousin who she loved dearly, Steven Vigil; Lori is also survived by many nieces and nephews who she loved dearly.

Lori was the matriarch of her family, known by many for her kindness and loving heart.  Her laughter filled the room wherever she was.  Remembered for her joking and playful ways, she will be forever cherished by the many people she crossed paths with.

Rosary will be recited on Monday February 20, 2023 at 6pm at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church.  Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 10am at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church with burial to follow at the Hartt Cemetery located in Ranchos de Taos, off of State Road 240.

The family of Lorraine E. Montoya has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos.  866-657-4019 www.devargastaos.com