Manuel R. Martinez, 83, of Des Montes passed away on July 24, 2005. He is preceded in death by his son, Rudy Martinez, parents, Juan Antonio & Lucinda Martinez, brothers and sisters, Juan Martinez, Epifanio Martinez Margarito Martinez, Emelina Cordova, Anita Manchego and Rose Quintana. He is survived by his wife, Eva Martinez, children, Manuel Martinez Jr., (Patricia), Romaine Miera (Andy), Virginia Romero (Ray), Herbert Martinez (Melissa) and Edward Martinez (Becky). He is also survived by 16 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, brothers and sisters, Delfina Quintana of Denver, Floyda Pineda of Rock Springs, WY, Bercilia Cortez (Nabor) of Gallup, Frank Martinez (Jenny) and Benito Martinez (Velma) all of Denver.
Rosaries were recited on Tuesday, July 26, 2005 at Rivera Chapel and on Wednesday, July 27, 2005 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Arroyo Seco. Funeral mass was held on Thursday, July 28, 2005 at Holy Trinity Church. Interment was held at Arroyo Seco Cemetery.