Juan "Johnny" Montañez

June 24, 1980 - November 7, 2020

Juan "Johnny" Montañez was born to Teresa Novela and Jose Montañez on June 24th 1980, and passed away on November 7th 2020. Juan was a decorated U.S. Marine who served from 1998-2005. He received many recognitions, including the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Medal, the Korean Defense Service Medal, the Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, the National Defense Service Medal, a Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation, and a Navy Unit Commendation. Juan studied Culinary Arts at El Centro Community College, Graphic Arts/Web Design at National Polytechnic College of Science & Technology, Supply Chains at Sam M Walton College of Business, and Business/Contract Law at the Defense Acquisition University. He also attended 28th Street Elementary school, Chester W. Nimitz Middle School, and graduated from Bell High School, class of '98. Juan was the president of the South East Youth Athletics, the CEO and president of South East Youth Wrestling, the wrestling coach at Benjamin Franklin High School, a board member of the Bell Chamber of Commerce, the vice president of the Maywood Lions Club, and the webmaster of the Tri-City Youth Football and Cheer Athletic Association. Juan is survived by his loving siblings Sergio, Carlos, Laura, Clara, and Marisa. Please send all flowers for Juan's services to: Rose Cremation Services 10160 Artesia Place Bellflower, CA 90706 Please send all sympathy cards to: 601 Treeline Dr Argyle, TX 76226