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Obituary for MARTINEZ


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Tuesday December 02, 2003

Napoleon O. Martinez, 78, passed away November 30, 2003. He was a lifelong resident of New Mexico, and a decorated World War II Veteran. He worked as a heavy equipment operator and was a member of Operating Engineers Local 953. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and above all enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Isabelle Martinez; son, Marty Martinez and wife Eileen; grandchildren, Nathan, Sarah, and Emily; brothers, Pasqual and Cristobal Martinez; sisters, Marcella Calloway and Leticia Shelton; several nieces, Nephews, and other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Funeral mass will be held at Mt Calvary Cemetery Chapel, 1900 Edith NE, Wednesday, December 3, 2003 at 1:00pm, with burial to follow. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW ABQ, NM 87107, 343 8008.