IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Ruben Lazalde

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Montanez

Feb 1, 1955 — May 10, 2025

Obituary

Ruben Montanez Lazalde, born on February 1st, 1955, in Zacatecas, Mexico, passed away peacefully on May 10th, 2025, in Rowlett, Texas.

Ruben dedicated 26 years of service to Northwood Country Club in Dallas, Texas. He was known as a hardworking and reliable employee whose efforts were consistently recognized by his management. His pride in his work and commitment to excellence left a lasting impression on those around him

Ruben was the beloved son of Pedro Montanez and Juanita Lazalde. He was part of a large family, with siblings: Rosa Maria, Javier, Jose Angel, Bertha, Elvia, Emma, Pedro, Roberto, Angelica Yolanda, Juan Jose, and Elsa Lucero. Ruben's bond towards his siblings remained strong throughout the years and it brought joy to his life when they were around him.

Ruben was the proud father of 12 children: Ruben, Domerica, Joel, Misael, Elier, Aracely, Ruben, Mario, Yecenia, Pedro, Ortencia and Claudio.

He was grandfather to Daisy, Alexis, Marlene, Nathan, Luis, Celeste, David, Anthony, Eduardo, Naomi, Joel, Samantha Rubi, Jose Elier, Daniel, Jose Adrian, Clarissa, Joshua, Elvis, Angelo, Allison, Aleyza, Alexandria, Natalie, Pedro Julian, Ruben Adan, Joaquin Elias, Blanca, Aron, Claudia, Erick, Sebastian. His legacy extended further as a great-grandfather to Luis, Leila, Damian, Alexis, Violeta, Eduardo Elian, Galilea Elani, Jose Elian and Clementine Ammerman.

Ruben shared 38 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Margarita Calixto. Ruben and Margarita met in Dallas, Texas and moved to Garland, Tx in 1999 where they raised Yecenia, Pedro and Ortencia, their youngest children.

Through his later years, Ruben faced health challenges with resilience. His daughter Yecenia and wife Margarita provided unwavering care and support during this time- a devotion for which the family remains deeply grateful.

He found great joy in music and dancing- passions that brought him happiness and allowed him to connect with others through celebration and rhythm. Known for his generous heart and willingness to help others, Ruben left a lasting impression on those around him through both quiet acts of kinds and steadfast support.

May his soul find eternal peace and may his memory bring comfort to all who knew and loved him.

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Rubén Montañez Lazalde, nacido el 1 de febrero de 1955 en Zacatecas, México, falleció pacíficamente el 10 de mayo de 2025 en Rowlett, Texas.

Rubén dedicó 26 años de servicio al Northwood Country Club en Dallas, Texas. Era conocido como un empleado trabajador y confiable, cuyos esfuerzos eran constantemente reconocidos por su gerencia. Su orgullo por el trabajo y su compromiso con la excelencia dejaron una huella imborrable en quienes lo rodeaban.

Rubén era el hijo amado de Pedro Montañez y Juanita Lazalde. Formó parte de una familia numerosa, con sus hermanos: Rosa María, Javier, José Ángel, Berta, Elvia, Emma, ​​Pedro, Roberto, Angélica Yolanda, Juan José y Elsa Lucero. El vínculo de Rubén con sus hermanos se mantuvo fuerte a lo largo de los años y le llenaba de alegría su compañía.

Rubén era el orgulloso padre de 12 hijos: Rubén, Domerica, Joel, Misael, Elier, Aracely, Rubén, Mario, Yecenia, Pedro, Ortencia y Claudio.

Fue abuelo de Daisy, Alexis, Marlene, Nathan, Luis, Celeste, David, Anthony, Eduardo, Naomi, Joel, Samantha Rubi, José Elier, Daniel, José Adrián, Clarissa, Joshua, Elvis, Angelo, Allison, Aleyza, Alexandria, Natalie, Pedro Julián, Rubén Adán, Joaquín Elías, Blanca, Aron, Claudia, Erick, Sebastián. Su legado se extendió más allá como bisabuelo de Luis, Leila, Damián, Alexis, Violeta, Eduardo Elián, Galilea Elani, José Elián y Clementina Ammerman.

Rubén compartió 38 años de matrimonio con su amada esposa, Margarita Calixto. Rubén y Margarita se conocieron en Dallas, Texas, y se mudaron a Garland, Texas, en 1999, donde criaron a Yecenia, Pedro y Ortencia, sus hijos menores.

Durante sus últimos años, Rubén enfrentó desafíos de salud con resiliencia. Su hija Yecenia y su esposa Margarita le brindaron un cuidado y apoyo incondicionales durante este tiempo, una devoción por la que la familia está profundamente agradecida.

Encontró gran alegría en la música y el baile, pasiones que le brindaron felicidad y le permitieron conectar con los demás a través de la celebración y el ritmo. Conocido por su generosidad y su disposición a ayudar a los demás, Rubén dejó una huella imborrable en quienes lo rodearon, tanto con gestos de bondad como con su apoyo incondicional.

Que su alma encuentre paz eterna y que su memoria traiga consuelo a todos los que lo conocieron y amaron.

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