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1965
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2015
Monte Martinez Obituary
Monte Albert Martinez, 50, beloved father, son, and brother died in Salt Lake City on April 30, 2015. Born to Albert Emilio and Helen Marie on March 15, 1965.
Received his high school diploma Highland High and earned his Bachelor's Degree of Science in Criminal Justice Southern Utah University. He proudly served the United States Army and the US Coast Guard. He played hockey in the position of goalie and took 5th place in the 1980 U.S. National Bantam Hockey Tournament.
Jake, his son was his greatest pride and joy. He enjoyed boating, skiing, fishing and camping as well as playing trumpet and bass guitar.
Survived by Father Albert (Christina) Martinez Salt Lake City, and Son Jake Martinez Gunnison, Sister Helene (Steven) LeFevre, Brother Joel Martinez Salt Lake City, and half-sister Cheryl McKenna Gavid, Leesburg, VA., as well as many stepsisters and stepbrothers. He was predeceased by his grandfather Joe Lee Martinez 1966, mother Helen Lopez Martinez 1969, grandmother Mabel Sanchez Randolph 1990, grandmother Eugenia Carabajal Martinez 1999, grandfather Joseph Lopez.
The Vigil rosary service will be held at St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church 4914 South 2200 West in Taylorsville on Tuesday the 5th of May at 8:00 pm & Requiem Mass will be held at 12:00 noon on May 6, 2015 preceding the final rites at Veterans Memorial Park, 17111 S. Camp Williams Road.
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Memories and Condolences
for Monte Martinez
Donna Wray
April 29, 2025
To whoever may read this on the 10th anniversary of Monte's passing.
In elementary school, at Nibley Park, Monte and I were the best of friends. We were two of the Three Musketeers! As there were no clubs for girls at the time, I went to the boys club with him on many occasions. He was never hesitant to take me in there with him. Never seemed afraid of being teased for hanging out with a girl. I always appreciated that.
I moved to Highland in 7th grade but Monte and I kept writing to one another. He would send me patches from the hockey tournaments he played at. It was only when he joined the military that we ended up losing track of one another. How I wish I could have been there for him at the end of his life. The obituary never said how he died, and I've always wondered about that. If whoever reads this could let me know, that would be much appreciated.
My dear, wonderful friend will never be forgotten.
He will always be my fellow Musketeer!
All for one, and one for All--
Love you, my friend --
Donna Wray
April 30, 2024
It's hard to believe it's been 9 years since I finally found you after so many years of having lost contact, only to realize that what I was seeing was your obituary. In that moment, my heart broke. I wish we could have talked about the old days, and laughed. You were my BEST friend, and I still miss you. Good bless your family, especially your son, who I never got to meet.
Donna Wray
April 27, 2021
If anyone from the family would be willing to reach out and contact me, I would greatly appreciate it.
Donna Wray - 279 S. 1930 E. Spanish Fork, Utah, 84660
Monte and I were best friends in elementary school and remained in contact until after high school. We lost track when he joined the military. I still have patches from the various hockey tournaments that he collected and gave to me. I would very much like to know about his life and what eventually took it.
All the best to his family
April 29, 2019
It's funny that this reminder of Monte should pop up, as I was just talking about him to my daughter.
I still think about him and wish with all my heart that we wouldn't have lost touch. If a family member reads this, please reach out to me and let me know how he died. The obituary mentioned nothing of his passing and I would really like to know if he suffered or passed peacefully. I will always love him dearly.
Donna Wray
279 S. 1930 E.
Spanish Fork, Utah *84660
801-655-3438
Donna Wray
July 23, 2015
Donna Wray--- I clicked the wrong button before I could add my e-mail
[email protected]
Donna Wray
July 23, 2015
My deepest most sincere condolences.
During 5th and 6th grade Monte was one of my BEST friends. When he joined the military we lost touch. Over the last few years I've tried finding him. I was beyond shocked when last night I finally did, through this obituary.
He was the best and kindest of friends. He Jane Hansen and I were known as the 3 Muskateers because if we were on any team together no one could win against us. I still have hockey patches he would send me from the different places he played and will now treasure them all the more.
There was no mention of how he died.Could you please reach out to me and let me know what happened??? Please--
My name is Donna Wray
363 S. 1800 W.
Provo, Utah 84601
Again, I am so very sorry for your loss.
Laurel Matthews
May 6, 2015
Let you bask in the warmth and glory of the Lord. To my family: you are always in my thoughts and prayers. May you all find peace and comfort.
Laurel Matthews
May 6, 2015
Uncle Monte was awesomeness! He always made me (his Baby doll) laugh and feel special. He used to write me beautiful letters and poems when he served and we always had a blast when he visited having sock fights and tons of silliness! You are for sure going to be missed and yet I'm so grateful you aren't suffering any longer! I love you Uncle Monte! Rest in peace!
May 5, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dave Cook
May 4, 2015
Monte was a great man, friend and team mate. My condolences and prayers.
Nancy Kinney
May 4, 2015
Monte was such a sweet guy , so genuine and kind. I am so sorry for your loss. His beautiful spirit will stay close to you for comfort.
May 3, 2015
We should never have to say goodbye to our children. They should outlive us. We are so sorry for your loss.
David & Faye Fahl
May 3, 2015
My heart felt condolences to you, Albert, Chris, Joel am
Dan all of the family. I remember him as a little guy and have fond memories. As a parent I have no idea what you must be going through right now, but there are a lot of us out here that care. God bless all of you with this great loss in your life. Love, Marlene Alva
May 3, 2015
To the Martinez Family,
So saddened to read of Monte's passing. We have many good memories of the time spent enjoying hockey games where our sons played together. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Ken & Sandy Harman & Family
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