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Remijio "Ray" Martinez Sr.

August 29, 1944 — April 18, 2020

Milan

Remijio “Ray” Martinez Sr. passed away on April 18, 2020 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, He was 75 years old. He was born on August 29, 1944 in Truchas, New Mexico.

Mr. Martinez was a devoted member of St. Vivian’s Catholic Church, He retired as Foreman from the Milan Parks and Recreation Department. He was a talented carpenter. He enjoyed wrestling, and going to the casino. He was a father figure to the entire family, always willing to lend a hand. He most enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was loved and will be deeply missed.

He is survived by his wife Beverly Martinez. His children; Sonya Hoag and her husband Kody, Remijio Martinez Jr and his wife Loriann, Herman Martinez, Nadine Martinez, and Jesse Martinez. His grandchildren; Mia Garcia, Aryana Garcia, Alexis Martinez, Xavier Martinez, Kayleigh Martinez and Jacob Alvidrez. His siblings; Audilia Guererro and her husband Lupe, Esmeralda Vialpando and her husband Ruben, JoAnn Quintana, Rachel Gonzales and her husband Robert, Frances Trujillo, and Eileen Martinez and her husband Antonio. Along with numerous nephews, nieces and Godchildren who also survive him.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Amarante Martinez and Elicia Romero Martinez. Siblings; Gloria Martinez, and Joseph Larry Martinez.

A private graveside service will be held on Friday April 24, 2020 at Grants Memorial Park.

Pallbearers include; Remijio Martinez Jr., Kody Hoag, Toby Quintana, Alexis Martinez, Mia Garcia, and Aryana Garcia.

Honorary Pallbearers include; His grandchildren.

Cope Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

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Friday, April 24, 2020

Cope Memorial Chapel, Gallup

1830 Barbara Avenue, Gallup, NM 87301

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