Susan Montoya Obituary – Death, Cause Of Death, Funeral: “Along with Martin and Mary Martinez is the pilot, Nicholas Meleski, and Susan and John Montoya of Albuquerque.”
Friends and other affected persons mourn the death of Susan Montoya, 65, of Albuquerque, and four other people who died after a hot air balloon they were riding in crashed into an overhead power line on a busy Albuquerque street on Saturday.
The other four people were identified as; John Montoya, 61, Nicholas Meleski, 62, Mary Martinez, 59, and Martín Martínez, 62. They were pronounced dead at the scene of the incident.
Susan Montoya was pronounced dead at the scene from her injuries.
This death has caused a lot of friends and family of Montoya so much hurt. It is in that mourning spirit that the concerned persons have taken to social media to share tributes to the deceased and condolences to the affected family.
Tributes To Susan Montoya
Below are some of the statements shared across social media users’ timelines on the death of Montoya.
“Our state experienced a heartbreaking accident yesterday, please keep all of those affected in your thoughts.
Pilot Nick Meleski, passengers Martin & Mary Martinez, passengers John & Susan Montoya…fly high. 💔”
“I am deeply saddened by this horrific tragedy that took place yesterday. Susan Montoya was one of the dearest people. She was one of the first people I met in Albuquerque 2 years ago, but made me feel as though we had known each other for a lifetime. Her sweet heart and dedication to children lit up our school EVERY single day.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and the many community members who were lucky enough to know her.”
“RIP
Albuquerque NM, where I live, experienced a heartbreaking accident yesterday, please keep all of those affected in your thoughts…
A hot air balloon struck powerlines, and all those aboard, died…
Now, New Mexico doesn’t brag about much, but we definitely brag about our balloons. Albuquerque is home to the largest International Balloon Fiesta, which occurs every October. Throughout the rest of the year, our morning skies are often peppered with balloons. We all love to watch them take off, land, and exchange waves with the pilots and passengers.
Pilot Nick Meleski, passengers Martin & Mary Martinez, passengers John & Susan Montoya…fly high. 💔”
“😭😭😭💔💔💔💔
Aunt Susan Montoya & uncle John Montoya touched so many life’s and will be missed terribly. Please keep all our families in your prayers.”
“Our city experienced a heartbreaking accident yesterday, please keep all of those affected in your thoughts.
New Mexico doesn’t brag about much, but we definitely brag about our balloons. Albuquerque is home to the largest International Balloon Fiesta, which occurs every October. Throughout the rest of the year, our morning skies are often peppered with balloons. Athena and I love to pull over to watch them take off, land, and exchange waves with the pilots and passengers.
Pilot Nick Meleski, passengers Martin & Mary Martinez, passengers John & Susan Montoya…fly high. 💔”
“At this moment I am beyond heartbroken, the names and photos of all five victims have now been released. John and Susan Montoya were sweet friends of mine and dear clients I financed their home & I got to know them personally. Susan was a principal and John and Susan were the most loving couple. I adored them, everything about them. I cannot Believe I will never hear from them again they were the most lovely couple 💜”
“Police identified the pilot as 62-year-old Nicholas Meleski and the four passengers as 65-year-old Susan Montoya, 61-year-old John Montoya, 59-year-old Mary Martinez, and 62-year-old Martin Martinez.”
“My deep condolences to the 5 victims in the recent balloon crash. 3 of the 5 were APS employees. I personally knew Susan Montoya, Assistant Principal at Georgia O’Keefe Elementary. We met on several occasions. I will always remember her big smile and deep care for the students. My prayers to the families of all those affected.”
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Family privacy should be respected at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by the passing of Montoya.
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