Roman Mario Montera

12.19.25

Roman Mario Montera, age 36, went home with our Lord on December 19,

2025. Although his life was short, the memories we treasure will live on in our

hearts forever. Roman was born on September 27, 1989, and this miracle child

filled our hearts with so much love. He truly completed our family. Roman

attended Trinidad schools, graduating from Trinidad High School in 2008, TSJC

in 2010 and then transferred to UCCS. Roman had many talents and God given

gifts which led him to a variety of jobs throughout his adult life. He first worked

in the neighborhood, cutting grass, shoveling snow and other odd jobs. Later in

his life he also worked the food business as a cook and finally as the director of a

processing lab. However, the most meaningful work he did was being a social

worker at the Trinidad Inn Nursing Home. He enjoyed providing services to our

elderly community, learning from their experiences, hearing their stories, and being their person when they needed a friendly face and a loving presence.

Roman will be remembered for his witty, sometimes inappropriate sense of humor. The love he had for his family was immense, and this love was most poignant for his son Ambrose and his mother Karen. Roman was a kind, gentle soul who took pride in helping others, and shedding light on difficult situations. He loved his Italian culture, family time, and tradition. There is now a great void in our family.

Roman is survived by his son, Ambrose Roman, parents Paul and Karen Montera, sisters, Regina (Ron) Montera, Kristina (Gary) Vezzani, nephews and nieces, Dominic, Gianna, Briana, and Dario, aunt Carol Riggio and uncle David Montera. Roman is also survived by his numerous, extended family consisting of aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Mike and Jean Riggio, Frank and Angelina Montera. Also, close friends Michael Sandoval and Jerrod Sanchez.

Roman’s active pall bearers are, Dominic Bonsignore, Dario Vezzani, Sonny Colangelo, PJ Munoz, Gary Vezzani, Randy Begano.

Honorary pall bearers are Adam Chavez, Gilbert Martinez, Chad Gutierrez, Gabe Santistevan, and the THS Class of 2008.

Roman’s services will be held at Most Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church on January 5, 2026. Rosary at 12:30 with Mass at 1:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers and gifts, the family is requesting that you have Masses said for Roman at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church.