Jimmie Martinez

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Jimmie A. Martinez. Jimmie was born June 12, 1942, in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Alfredo and Lorenza Martinez.  He was the youngest of ten siblings.  He graduated from Santa Fe High and married the love of his life, Florine Martinez, whom he spent a wonderful 63 years of his life with. He was a successful businessman, he owned the Quick & Easy Gas station for over 30 years, where every customer was like family.  In addition, he was a former Santa Fe school board member, who he strongly believed the path out of poverty was through education.  Jimmie graduated college at the age of 58, earning a degree in Criminal Justice.  He continued serving his community as a Santa Fe City Councilor, where he championed the Santa Fe Living Wage Initiative.  He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his children and grandchildren.  He coached little league and American legion baseball for over 20 years, where he treated the players like his own.      

He is preceded in death by his parents, son Keith Roland Martinez, mother and father-in-law Vitalia and Frank Rael, brother-in-law Bobby Rael, sisters: Anita Aldeis, Cora Martinez (Martin), Aurora Felix, Norma (Jim) Perry, brothers: Eloy Martinez (Frances) Fred (Margaret), Joe Jerry Martinez, and Leo Martinez. Sister-in-laws Mary Jane Martinez, Angie Rael and son Roberto.  

Jimmie is survived by his loving wife, Florine Martinez, children: Ron, Eric (Rita), Aaron (Michelle), Francine, Melanie (Chris). Grandchildren: Hannah, Kyle, Dana, Daniel (Eliza), Eric (Christina), AJ, Aaden Martinez, Ryan & Joshua Wagner, Keith (Julia) and Marisa Dominguez. Great Grandchildren Mateo and Mordecai Martinez. Also survived by his brother Johnny Martinez (last of the Cepillos), cuñados: Henry, James, Ernie (Barbara), Donald and Frankie (Brenda) Rael. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews who were all special to him.

The family would like to acknowledge Jimmie’s special friends over the years: Steve Arias, Leroy Ramirez, Leonard Saiz, Judge Michael Vigil, Dennis Casados, and all the others too numerous to name.

Jimmie will be sincerely missed by all. He had an infectious, unforgettable smile and a unique sense of humor. He was honest and unafraid to speak his mind whether you agreed or disagreed with what he had to say. He was extremely proud of his children and grandchildren and often bragged about them.  His love for his family was unconditional.    

Jimmie’s life will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 9th, at St. Annes Church (511 Alicia St); rosary at 9:00am, mass at 10:00am. Reception to follow immediately. In leu of flowers, monetary donations can be made to Pete’s Place Homeless Resources, 2801 Cerrillos Rd., Santa Fe, NM.