Carmen Martinez |
| Posted 2009-10-13 by Judy Wight Branson |
| Arizona Daily Sun, Flagstaff, Arizona Friday, July 24, 2009 Carmen Martinez, 94, died on July 19, 2009, at her daughter’s home in Cottonwood. Mrs. Martinez was born in Las Cruces, N.M., on May 13, 1915. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She was devoted to her family and religion. She was instrumental in the development of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Flagstaff. Her enthusiasm and love for God could be witnessed when she sang “When the Roll is Called Up Yonder.” Mrs. Martinez’s belief in loving and caring for others was evident in her many years of service with the Senior Companion program. She enjoyed assisting the elderly participants by providing transportation. She also loved to work on her yard until she couldn’t any longer. She had many friends and family members who loved her. Her efforts will continue to be significant in the many lives she touched. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Martinez Sr.; three sons, Wilferd, Jimmy and Rudy; and one grandson, Jimmy Jr. She is survived by seven children, Louis Martinez Jr. (Mary) of Glendale, Stella Barreras of Cottonwood, Jennie Romero of Flagstaff, Max Martinez of Flagstaff, Sarah Duran (Ray) of Flagstaff, Felice Martinez (Nelson) of Cardin, Nev., and Jake Martinez of Flagstaff. Mrs. Martinez is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. |
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