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The earthly life of Albert Aurelio Martinez, 56, has ended and his heavenly one begun. His family will miss him, but rejoice in the peace and love that the Lord is providing him. He will be missed by his children, Timothy Martinez, Albert Martinez Jr. and his wife, Elizabeth, Yvette Martinez Rigg and her husband, Andrew Rigg; three grandchildren who blessed his life, Brandon and Alec Martinez and Andres Rigg. Albert is also survived by his mother, Dolores Martinez; and sisters, Christina Fratzola, Katie Nieto and friend, Santiago, Cecelia Martinez and her husband, Ross; brothers, John E. Martinez and his wife, Loretta and Ricky H. Martinez and his wife, Sylvia; as well as many nieces and nephews. Preceding Albert is his father, George Martinez; and brother, Leroy Martinez. The North Valley, especially Alameda, will miss Albert's presence. Albert was an active member of the Alameda Optimist Club, Knights of Columbus, Boy Scouts Troop #713, and the Alameda soccer coach. Albert was also a Bernalillo County Planning Commissioner. A Rosary will be recited at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Alameda on Tuesday, March 30 at 7:00 p.m.. The Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Wednesday, March 31, 9:00 a.m., at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Graveside services will be Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be George Fratzola, Troy Howard, Daniel Nieto, Leroy Martinez, Jason Howard and Andres Nieto. Honorary will be Ross Howard, Anthony Fratzola, Bernie Herrera, and Santiago Maul, and Conception Rodriguez. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Norbert R. Baldonado Jr. F.S.I.
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