Nick "Pop" Martinez

1. Nick “Pop”  Vicente Martinez, 79, resident of Santa Fe, NM passed away on December 13, 2020 peacefully at home surrounded by his family, he was born in Alamosa, Colorado on July 19, 1941 to Prudenzia Gonzales and Nicanor Francisco Martinez.

He is preceded in death by his father Nicanor Martinez, mother Prudenzia Gonzales, sisters; Pauline Romero,  Marie Feliciano, Theresa and Lucy.  Paternal grandfather Jose Leon Martinez, Paternal grandmother Adelina Valdez, Maternal grandfather Nicanor Gonzales, Maternal grandmother Maria Paula Gallegos.

He is survived by his  Son; Richard Martinez (Linda) daughter; Valerie Sanchez (Benny) son; Jeffrey Martinez Sr. (Gail) daughter; Nicol Mendiola (Roger). 

Sisters; Martha Roybal, Rose Pyle, and Helen Lujan, and  his only brother Leo Martinez (Frances) 

Grandchildren; Richard (Nina), Maria, Monica, Steven, Nicholas, Candace (David) Jeffrey Jr. (Briana) Jared (Mariah) Ashley (Joe) and Troy.

Great grandchildren; Tillie, Rico, Mason, Maven, Tre, Manny, Arianna, Anthony, Kaylee, Jonathan, and Julia.

He had many nieces, nephews, and cousins who loved him so. 

A loving father , Nick was a very hardworking man and provider, who taught his kids strong work ethics, respect, and responsibility.

A man of many names, to his children and grandchildren he was Pop, Dad, and Daddy, to others he was uncle, tio, and brother.

Nick loved his family so much, he had a sweet, happy, loving soul, always helped anyone who would ask for it, he would never say no. We are all heartbroken to lose such a beautiful soul. He worked tirelessly to take care of his family. Your work here on earth is done. Now u can start your eternal life with our lord Jesus. We will miss you so much, you can finally rest now, till we see you again.

Rosary will be held Friday December 18, 2020 at 10:00am, Mass service will follow at 11:00am at St. Anne's Parish located at 511 Alicia Street. Santa fe, New Mexico.87501. Due to the covid pandemic there will be no gatherings following the services  at this time. 

NICK's EULOGY Friday 12/18/2020 

 My name is Valerie,I am Nicks daughter. first of all i just want to ask to please bare with me . I have never done any public speaking EVER .But the love I have for my dad out weighs the fear I have. On behalf of my family I'd like to begin by thanking all of you for coming today. And for those who have sent their condolences meals, flowers, calls, texts, emails, and countless prayers. They have been comforting during this difficult time and have been as a reminder of the impact my dad had on so many others. I'd like to thank all the drs and nurses and hospice for helping us navigate through devastating process.

I would also like to thank all my siblings for Stepping up and dropping everything to help our dad.  Especially Ms.Gail she bring calm, love,and knowledge to all of us. Thank u gail.

..I'd like to thank and give all the glory to our lord Jesus . For always guiding us and keeping us sain. Listening to his messages bring so much comfort in this time of need.

There's a well known saying that says it takes a village to raise a child. Well it also takes a village to care for a sick parent or spouse

My dad Was such a strong person he survived so much hardship, pain, and suffering. I dont know how he did it. All that he went through these last few years he never complained, not one time. i couldn't believe how gracious he handle things.

My dad had a love for Spanish music. When we were little we listenTo it all the time.back then I didn't understand Why he liked it so much. Well I understand now. The songs that he liked told a story of either heartache, struggles, love, God, and of family. although I dont know Spanish.. i enjoy listening to it. It brings back so many memories.

He was down to earth and was so easy to talk to .when you talk to him he made u feel like you were his best friend. He would of happily given you his shirt off his back. Anytime anyone needed help he would be there no matter what time, day or night.he lived a simple life doing what he knows, taking care of his family. Out of the over 50 years he worked he never called in sick ,not 1 time. Maybe it was because there were so many kids at home.

He was so giving and generous. One memory I always remember fondly was when I was a teenager just starting in the work force. He would always slip me money in my hand. And would always whisper to me " dont tell you mother".

My dads been through the ages from working on a farm to the top technology we have today. He never wanted to owe anyone anything. He was a very proud man. Through out the years the day a bill came in he was right at the bank getting a money order. Till the day of his death he used money orders. So dad in your memory yes we used a money order

. I know most parents say: oh no!! we don't have any favorites I love all my kids the same...Well I'm here to tell my siblings. Yes I was dads favorite...just kidding.

There is a story id like to share that I really like .An old Cherokee told his granson My son theres a battle between 2 wolves inside us all .One is evil it is angry jealousy, GREED , resentment, lies and ego.The other wolf is good it is joy, peace, love, hope, humility, kindness empathy and truth. The boy thought about it and asked ; Grandfather which wolf wins?The old man quietly

replied "THE ONE YOU FEED. "

Id like to read a message from heaven to our family. Perhaps you aren't ready yet to have to say goodby.....Perhaps you'd thought of things you'd wish you'd said. ...Well so have I. ...For every thing i would of told u is not to worry about me. I'm with the lord in heaven now... You'd knew thats where I'd be.... I'm sorry that your feeling sad .For I am so happy now..... I've asked the lord to ease the hurt and comfort you somehow....Its hard at the beginning but I know you'd make it through.....I hope it helps to know that I'll be waiting here for u.

And lastly;This is called ;The day God took u home....In tears we saw u sinking. And watched u pass away...Our hearts were completely broken...We wanted u to stay..

But when we saw u sleeping...So peaceful free of pain...How could we wish u back with us...To suffer that again...

It broke our hearts to lose u...But u did not go alone...For parts of us went with u....The day GOD took u home....