Anthony Ray Richard Garcia

Anthony Ray Richard Garcia obituary, Rio Rancho, NM

Anthony Ray Richard Garcia

Anthony Garcia Obituary

Visit the French Funerals & Cremations - Rio Rancho website to view the full obituary.

Anthony Ray Richard Garcia, eldest child of Alysha Montano and Matthew Montano, age 23, was taken to rest with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. He was an avid collector of Legos, Hot Wheels, and Star Wars.

Anthony is preceded in death by his grandfather Richard Garcia, great grandparents Philip and Esther Zamora, great grandparents Henry and Gloria Garcia, great grandparent Beryl Gene Peters, grandparents Mimi and grandpa, great uncle Jason Fisbeck, brother-in-law Tommy Valenzuela, and nephew Jayden Smith. Anthony is survived by his Parents Matthew and Alysha Montano. His sisters, Savannah and Katalina Garcia, and Lilliana Montano. His fiancé Valentina Valenzuela and his dog Dex. His grandparents H. Glenn and Charlotte Perez. His great grandmother Maria Peters. His uncle and aunt Jessie and Kellie Gutierrez. Anthony is also survived by many aunts and uncles as well as friends.

Not only was Anthony an avid collector, his favorite football team was the Steelers, he enjoyed watching and playing sports, going camping and fishing, loved his dog, and enjoyed music. He also loved spending time with his family and friends. Anthony is loved and will be missed greatly by his family and those who knew him.

Pallbearers: H. Glenn Perez, Jessie Gutierrez, Gabriel Perez, Darrell Greer, Nolan Komacheet, Joshua Dugger.

Honorary Pallbearers: Jacob Cortes, Andrew Rael, Immanuel Armijo.

French Funerals & Cremations - Rio Rancho

1275 Unser Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144

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