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Matias Martinez, 93, of Albuquerque, and formerly of Leadville, CO, died Tuesday, July 25, 2006 in an Albuquerque nursing home. He was born April 17, 1913 in Llano, NM to the late Gavino and Alicia Martinez. Matias began his working career in Leadville where he worked for American Smelting and Refining Company for numerous years. He opened the Grill Cafe in 1965 with Robert Martinez, Sr. They jointly owned and operated it for several years. He retired from New Jersey Zinc Company in Gilman, CO after 26 years of service in the mine and in other positions within the company. Matias was liked by everyone and never got involved in controversy. Matias was a very gentle and kind person who was devoted to his family, friends, the Catholic Church and his God. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and loved the outdoors. When asked how he wanted to be remembered, Matias said, "I want everyone to remember how we spent time together and how we always took care of each other. I also want them to remember I was the best person I could be. I always want people to say that I never spoke badly about anyone and I want them to remember that I did the best I could in my life. I worked hard, I took care of my family and loved my dear Lord, my God, my Father with all my heart." He was preceded in death by the love of his life and companion of 22 years, Cidelia Gomez-Gurule on May 8, 2006; his two sisters, Maria Inez Martinez and Porfiria Martinez; his brother, Manuel Martinez; his two half brothers, Juan Jose Arguello and Genaro Arguello. Matias is survived by his son, Manuel Martinez of Leadville, CO; his daughter, Annablle Vigil and husband, John of Broomfield, CO; his step-children, Ruby Danbury and Nancy Romero, both of Albuquerque, LeRoy Gomez and wife, Diane of Ft. Collins, CO, Delfino Gomez of Wheatridge, CO, Marie Brodie of Scottsdale, AZ, and Thomas Gomez and wife, Kathleen of Arvada, CO; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, July 27, 2006, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, with Deacon Kenn Sinatra reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, July 29, 2006, 10:00 a.m., at Annunciation Catholic Church in Leadville, CO with Father Jay Jung, Celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery in Leadville, CO. Pallbearers will be Rudy Salazar, Valentine Martinez, Miguel Martinez, Robert Martinez, Jr., Scott Gomez, LeRoy Gomez, and Delfino Gomez. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Friday, 6:00 p.m. until Rosary. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 823-9400
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