Cruz Montoya Santillan

Cruz Montoya Santillan, 79, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at her home in Moscow, Kansas.

She was born on May 3, 1947, in El Porvenir, Mexico to Heriberto and Candelaria (Favela) Montoya.

A member of St. Helen Catholic Church of Hugoton.

Cruz was a fun-loving person whose greatest joy was her family.She lived with deep love for those closest to her and found happiness in caring for them, especially through cooking and gathering together. She also enjoyed going to the casino and playing bingo. Among her proudest accomplishments were her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who were a lasting source of pride and love in her life.

She is survived by her son, Raul Santillan, and his wife, Holly; her daughter, Rosa Santillan-Vasquez, and her husband, Valentin; her brothers, Felix Montoya and his wife, Lucia, Alfredo Montoya and his wife, Leti, and Vicente Montoya; and her sister, Hilda Lechuga. She will also be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who were so important to her.

Cruz was preceded in death by her husband; her daughters, Maria Elena Santillan and Lucila Santillan; her parents; and ten siblings.

A memorial has been established for St. Helen Catholic Church, in care of Robson Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.

A Rosary will be held at St. Helen Catholic Church, 1011 S Jefferson St, Hugoton, Kansas 67951, on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Mass will be celebrated at St. Helen Catholic Church on Thursday, September 18, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Burial following at Moscow Cemetery, 2120 High School St, Moscow, Kansas 67952.

Cruz Montoya-Santillan will be remembered for her warm spirit, her love of family, and the joy she brought to those around her. Her memory will remain a blessing to all who knew and loved her.