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Deanna Martinez Obituary
Deanna graduated from Hanford High School in 1985, University of the Pacific in 1989 and UC Hastings College of the Law in 1992. Deanna was a Federal District Attorney with the Department of Justice where she worked in the pursuit of law and its justice. She also taught weekly classes at San Joaquin College of Law and University of Phoenix.
A compassionate woman that has blessed and touched so many lives in her 43 years. Deanna worked, taught and played with a passion and tireless energy. A friend to all she came to know and love, doing anything and everything to make everyone else around her feel comfortable. A daughter, sister, mother, wife, aunt and friend, she left us knowing that we all loved her dearly.
Deanna left a lasting impression on family and friends with her sense of humor and love of people.
A heartfelt thank you to the wonderful and compassionate staff, doctors and nurses at St. Agnes Hospital and to the stream of family and friends that visited, prayed, called, messaged and emailed during this difficult time.
She was proceeded in death by her father, Harry Foutch. She is survived by her husband, Anthony (Tony) Martinez; her children Alyssa and Adrian; her mother and stepfather Marilyn and Bruce Kenney; her brother and sister in law Mike and Cherine Foutch and their daughters, Amanda and Amber; her mother and father in law Rufus and Pauline Martinez; her brother in law Thomas Martinez and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Holy Spirit Church in Fresno, on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, an education fund has been established at Bank of the West, Acct. # 015697086 for her son, Adrian Martinez.
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Memories and Condolences
for Deanna Martinez
Nicole Shaw
July 21, 2011
I know that this message is a little late, although, I recently learned of Deanna's passing. "Mrs. Martinez" I called her, as she taught my class at San Joaquin College of Law in 2006-Paralegal Program. I was even more blessed that she became my last teacher to ever teach me in the MBA program at University of Phoenix-2010. She was very intelligent and I always looked up to her as a respectful person. I will always remember her, and my thoughts are with her family.
November 19, 2010
Words can not express how sad I feel about Deanna's passing. She was a kind and beautiful person. My thoughts will be with Tony and the children. Hold on to those cherished memories, I know I will. Best always,(Cousin) Sherry Turley.
allison williams
November 16, 2010
I only remember Deanna as a little girl, and even then she was incredibly brave and so very adorable. Her dad was having to give her the daily insulin injection, and Harry was more frightened that Deanna! She said something like, "don't be scared daddy, just do it!" She was an amazing little girl who grew up to be an even more amazing young woman. I know she will be missed.
Allison Williams (I was married to her uncle David "Spanky" Foutch)
Gianna Sanders
November 16, 2010
Mrs. Martinez was a good friend and an inspiration to Alyssa, Nia, I, and everyone she met. Deanna was a mom on my brother, Hayden's baseball team. Our family enjoyed spending the last two summers with eachother playing baseball. Deanna will be dearly missed by everyone she knew and loved.
Becky Foutch
November 15, 2010
This beautiful photo captures Deanna perfectly. She was such a brave soul and a wonderful inspiration. I am so sad she's gone but so grateful for the memories. Love you Cousin.
barbara gerhardus saxton
November 15, 2010
To the Martinez Family, Aunt Marilyn, Cousin Michael ,I will always cherish my memories of all us when we were kids. So many years have passed and we did not have any contact, it makes me sad to have to address you all in this matter. Please know that we love you and with deepest regrets , Deanna is in his arms know and she is resting. God bless you all Love Barbara Jean and Family
Becky Foutch
November 15, 2010
This beautiful photo captures her perfectly. Such a strong person and a wonderful inspiration. I am so sad she is gone but am so grateful for the memories. Love you Cousin Deanna!
Garry Gifford
November 14, 2010
Deanna was not only a sister-in-law to my daughter but her dearing best friend from her college days and always welcomed me and my wife Janice into her home and family. I remember one New Years Eve we all spent at her home and she bought everyone a pair of pajama's to wear for the occasion but as an old fuddy duddy I refused to wear those silly P.J's. To tell the truth everyone had a great time and I had always wished I had worn those darn silly pajamas. Maybe I will get the chance do do it in her memory someday. She will always be in my heart.
Lisa Brazil
November 11, 2010
I remember from high school...she always had a smile on her face! Thoughts and prayers to her family...
Alan Garner
November 11, 2010
I haven't seen Deanna since high school and often wondered where life had taken her. We were in Youth In Government together and I can remember a lot of fun times doing fundraisers to get ourselves to Sacramento and all the fun that comes with teens unleashed on the city without parents. I will always remember her sharp wit. ;0)
Maria Jones
November 11, 2010
DeAnna, I have missed you so much in my life. I'm so happy we got to have some time to catch up at the reunion. You always made me laugh when we were growing up. I'll cherish my memories of you forever.
To the Martinez & Foutch Family, my prayers go out to you for strength & peace from The Jones Family in your loss at this time and always. May you find comfort in knowing DeAnna is at rest, peacefully and without pain.
With Love,
Maria Jones, c/o 85
November 11, 2010
To Tony and Adrian, I am so sorry to learn of Deanna's passing. I will always remember Deanna's radiant smile, her laugh and her beauty, inside and out. I have fond memories of Deanna and her bright light will not be forgotten. My thoughts are with you and I wish you comfort and peace as you go forward. Sandra McIntyre (San Francisco, CA)
ladonna aderholt
November 11, 2010
Angels,angels up above take care of Deanna and treat her good,when you lay her down at night tell her we love her and that we said goodnight we will always love and miss you i will miss you!
ladonna aderholt
November 11, 2010
Angels up above take care of Deanna and treat her good,when you lay her down at night tell her we love her and that we said goodnight . we will always love you and I will never forget you until we meet again friend!!!!
The Acevedo Family
November 11, 2010
To the Martinez family, from a member of your' Clovis Cowboy family...the Acevedo family. We are so sorry for your' loss and will keep you Tony, Adrian and the rest of your' family in our payers!! At the time we don't understand the passing of a loved one but GOD has a brighter plan for Deanna. It was always a pleasure seeing Deanna and talking with her at the boys football practices and games, she was a beautiful woman inside and out. Now surely one of GODS most beautiful Angels, watching over her loving family, untill you all are reunited again. If there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to call upon us. Again, we are so very sorry for your' loss!!
We are here for you,
Nick, Sara, Aaron "Ozzy" and family!!
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