MIDLAND - With heavy hearts the family of Johnny Montez III, 61 of Midland, announces he died on Aug. 24, 2024. He was born in Big Spring and raised in Stanton. He was a member of Stanton High Schools Graduating Class of 1981.
He was employed as a butcher at many of the local grocery stores; Bills IGA, Sundown and Super Mercado. He also enjoyed many activities; Taekwondo, family barbecues, softball and slamming dominoes.
He was preceded in death by his mother Gloria Montez.
He leaves behind Amanda Villalobos, Johnny Montez IV, Mauricio Montez, father Johnny Montez Jr., brothers; Gary Montez, Bobby Montez, Joe Montez, John Montez, sisters; Norma Saenz, Brenda Mendoza, Jasmine Montez, Alizabeth Montez, as well as many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and countless friends.
The family received friends on Aug. 26, at Stanton Memorial Funeral Home with a rosary recited that evening. A Memorial Mass was Aug. 27, at St. Josephs Catholic Church in Stanton.