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Obituary for MARTINEZ


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Saturday July 30, 2005

"DJ" Daniel John Antonio, born November 17, 1972 died Wednesday, July 27, 2005, following a courageous battle with Adrenomyeloneuropathy. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Anthony Michael in 1979 and William Joseph Martinez 1986; uncle, Andrew Chavez in 2003, cousins, Erik Thomas Arvizu and Kenneth P. Jones, II, of the same dystrophy and his father, Anthony Michael in 2004. He is survived by his mother, Kathy, his stepfather, Steve "Papacito", Sebastian Armijo his wife, Jessica, Jonathan Weber, Daniella Armijo, Enrique Mondragon and only surviving grandparent his "Grandmama", Esther Chavez, numerous aunts, uncle and cousins. DJ graduated from Valley high school in 1991. He was a salesman extraordinaire working for local companies. DJ was also a sports fanatic. His most beloved teams were the Oakland Raiders, Boston Celtics, and University of Duke Blue Devils. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Sunday, 8:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW, with Father Antonio Mondragon reciting. Mass will be celebrated Monday, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, with Father Antonio Mondragon, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Sal Abeyta, Elton Walker, Ron Robles, Fred Jaramillo, Patrick Chavez, Sebastian Armijo and his Godson, Estevan Armijo. Honorary pallbearers will be John Moya, Andy Montoya, Jack Simmons, Mike Penny, Enrique Mondragon, Gary Henry, Michael Romo, Dominic Griego, Jonathan Weber and Brian Mora. DJ would love to be surrounded by flowers or memorial contributions may be made in DJ's name to United Luekodystrophy Foundation, 2304 Highland Dr., Sycamore, IL 60178. "Oh, DJ, we will miss you and we're glad you're finally with your brothers, again. God bless all of you." French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333


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