Elijah A. Montaño, gained his angel wings on August 4, 2024 at the young age of 19. He was born in Las Vegas, New Mexico. He was raised in Pecos, New Mexico and graduated from Pecos High School in 2023. He is survived by his loving parents Kristina and Mateo Salazar, his sister Jaylah Salazar.

Elijah was a remarkable soul who touch the lives of everyone he met with his boundless heart and genuine care for others. He cherished the moments spent with family and friends finding joy in the simple pleasures of life. He was ambitious yet humble, Elijah spoke passionately about his love for diesel mechanics and the excitement he felt during his college experience.

With a smile could light up any room, Elijah was the best big brother, and son one could ever ask for in life. He lived his life with patience, savoring each moment without rushing, and spreading happiness everywhere he went. Elijah often dreamed of the future, envisioning a career working on oil rigs, and had a deep passion and eager to modify standard cars and customize them.

Though he has now gained his angel wings, the memories of Elijah's warmth, kindness, patience and infectious smile will forever remain in our hearts.

He was deeply loved and sorely missed, leaving behind a legacy of love and many countless cherished memories.

He leaves behind his maternal grandmother, Yolanda Valdez; Uncle, Michael Lucero; Aunties, Vanessa Lucero and Melyssa (Hope) Montaño; Cousins, Ileyana, Ismael, Ezekiel Lucero, Kyle Sandoval, and Devon Lucero. Paternal grandfather Michael (Beatrice) Lucero; Auntie, Rose Lucero; Grandpo, Patricio Medina; Pampo, Sam Salazar; Uncle, Diego (Ashley) Salazar; Auntie, Esperanza Pacheco; Cousins, Mireya, Ezekiel, Dezmond Salazar, CJ, Wade and Hailey Pacheco; Father, Anthony Lujan; Paternal Grandmother, Margarita (Ernie) George; Aunts, Dian (Eric) Torrez, and Yolanda (Jimmy Dominguez); Paternal Grandfather, Robert (Flora) Lujan, Aunts, Sheila and Francine Lujan; Uncle, Robert (Crystal) Lujan. Also, loved by many great aunties, great uncles, cousins and friends.

"I keep in my heart the love of the past, for there it was planted forever to last."

A viewing will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Rogers Mortuary Chapel in Las Vegas, NM .

Arrangements are entrusted to and are under the care of Rogers Mortuary, 600 Reynolds Ave., Las Vegas, NM 87701, 505-425-3511 or 1-800-479-3511.

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