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Maria Josefina "Fina" Montalbo went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 at the age of 92. She was born in Cuidad Juarez, Mexico on February 7th, 1934 to Salvador Gonzalez Amaya and Josefina Amaya Gonzalez. Her brother was Salvador "Chava" Gonzalez Amaya and her sister was Alicia Gonzalez Amaya. Surviving relatives include: her children, Chris Montalbo (Cynthia), James Montalbo (Linda), Steve Montalbo (Debbie), Laura Lagneau (Laurent); Grandchildren, Ricky, Madison, Corey, Carlos, Jonathon and James Jr. Great Grandchildren James III, Keanu, Alisia, Jordan, Alexia, Archer, and Phoenix. Fina was born and raised in Juarez, Mexico. She had a wonderful upbringing with the most loving parents and a brother and sister who she was very close to. Fina adored her parents. She often reflected back on her life in Mexico with fondness and love and it shaped who she was as a person. Fina was a graduate of St. Joseph's Academy in El Paso, Texas. She worked at the American Consulate for a number of years. She met and married Richard "Dick" Montalbo, moved to San Antonio, Texas and was married for 58 years. They had 4 children: Chris, James "Jim", Steve and Laura. Fina and Dick were very much in love and had a long and happy marriage. Fina was a devoted Stay at Home Mom for years and was very involved as a Room Mother in her children's classrooms going on field trips, doing craft projects and helping any way she could around the class. She volunteered for years with the March of Dimes organization fundraising and also worked as a volunteer with the St. Vincent De Paul for 24 years. Fina worked for the San Antonio Independent School District for many years and enjoyed her time at Frederick Douglass Elementary School in her position as Attendance Clerk. Fina was a devout Catholic and was a member of St. Margaret Mary's Church. She attended mass with her family every Sunday and had a strong faith in God. She had a deep love for her husband Dick and their children and grandchildren. She loved spending time with family and friends, enjoyed Line dancing, reading novels, watching her favorite TV shows like Dancing with the Stars and the game show Wheel of Fortune. She was part of a Bunco club playing the game for many year with friends. Scrabble was her favorite word game. She enjoyed cooking for her family making her famous Arroz con Pollo. She also had a very soft spot for rabbits. dogs and cats and loved having them as pets. She was a dedicated San Antonio Spurs fan and loved watching them play. Fina had a joyful spirit and exuded happiness every day of her life. Anyone who met her, remembered her and loved her. She dedicated her life to her family and was an exceptional mother and wife with a beautiful soul who will be missed more than words can say.

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Maria Josefina Montalbo

February 7, 1934 - February 10, 2026