Filemon Martinez, 44, of Santa Fe and formerly of Chamisal passed away on May 14, 2006. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Andres and Gerald Martinez. He is survived by his daughters, Monique Martinez and her mother, Jeanette Barber, Amber Martinez and her mother, Tracy Hightower, whom he shared 17 years with, parents, Alferino and Mabel Martinez, brother, Dennis Martinez (Pamela), sisters, Christine Martinez, Anna Martinez (David), Priscilla Aaron (James), and Josephine Martinez. He is also survived by many nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.
Rosary was recited on May 17, 2006 at Rivera Chapel in Taos and on May 18, 2006 at San Antonio de Padua Catholic Church in Penasco. Funeral mass was held on May 19, 2006 at San Antonio de Padua Church in Penasco. Interment was held at Santa Fe National Cemetery.