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Frank Martinez Obituary
His son, Frank, tells the Los Angeles Times (http://lat.ms/17lECFe ) that Martinez died on Aug. 17 of complications from diabetes and renal disease.
Martinez, who was born in LA to migrant farmworkers, infused his art with pride in his Mexican-American heritage. He studied at art colleges but never earned a degree.
He created works for public buildings, the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympics, The Los Angeles Roman Catholic cathedral, the Smithsonian Institution and Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix.
His paintings sold to collectors in Europe and Australia.
Eventually, Parkinson's disease meant Martinez couldn't hold a brush without shaking but he continued to sketch almost until the day he died.
Information from: Los Angeles Times, http://www.latimes.com
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41 Entries
Malone Family
September 12, 2013
May your family be strengthen and comforted during this time knowing Mr. Martinez is no longer suffering. (Genesis 2:7)
Linda
September 10, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May the peace of God that excels
all thought bring you comfort during this most difficult time.
Philippians 4:7
Ed
September 10, 2013
My condolences to the Martinez family. Frank is peacefully resting. Ecclesiastes 9:5
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new light of life enjoy next sand@VictoriaV
September 7, 2013
September 7, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to your family. Find solace in the fact that our Heavenly Father knows what you are going through. He is “greater than our heart, and knoweth all things.” (1 John 3:20) Continue to rely on Him for strength during this difficult time.
September 6, 2013
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
September 6, 2013
My condolences to the family and friends. May the God of all comfort strengthen you during this time of sorrow. E.D. Park Forest, IL.
Marja
September 5, 2013
A very talented man...a true artist. God Bless You.
John jones,maes
September 5, 2013
these, are the times,with no knowen element? pslams 4;
IRV.
September 5, 2013
Mr. Martinez will be missed but His art work will live on the family have my deepest condolence,may family cherish all memories of Him.Joh 14:27
C Reid
September 5, 2013
We are sorry for your loss. May God grant your family peace.
DStallings
September 5, 2013
May you have peace from God's love
Beaver & Laura Arredondo
September 4, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Esther Mayer
September 4, 2013
I am familiar with his beautiful work!
May God's peace and comfort be with you.
Liz Zalez
September 4, 2013
Reciban mi sentido pesame. Los cielos aun mas orgullos y mas bellos con la presencia de este gran artista. Pasara la eternidad disfrutando su passion sin limite ninguno.
Alonna
September 4, 2013
May the family of Frank Martinez find comfort in the words of Psalm 46:1 during this time of loss.
nidia gonzalez
September 4, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Cynthia
September 4, 2013
May the God of all comfort and peace be with the family of Frank.Acts24:15.
AL Reed
September 4, 2013
As an artist myself I am truly saddened to hear about the death of Frank Martinez. My heart goes out to his family. In the near future no one will be sick and God will wipe away every tear from our eyes and death will be no more. This hope gives comfort.
September 4, 2013
My deepest sympathies to friends and family. John 5:29, 29.
G Alexander
September 4, 2013
I would like to express my condolences for your loss,
Dwayne Bickham
September 3, 2013
in God's care rest in peace
michelle plakas-kaiser
September 3, 2013
rip
Christ be loved faith always..r`condolences@
September 3, 2013
September 3, 2013
Dora Nellis
September 3, 2013
What an example, when he no longer could hold a brush, he transitioned to something he could manage: sketching, and did it with zeal, thus ministering effectively how to deal with loss and not lose his focus and joy of purpose.
mind an`spiritual..always stay friends@VickyV
September 3, 2013
Its been a long Journey..rip`Frank@Vicky&Andy
Victoria''*:*" VZj
September 3, 2013
Family &
Friends who are Still living
near'far`
Our condolences
For Mr.FRANK MARTINEZ
As Many people are growing
older..
YES YOU HAD A GIFT IN ART
HAPPEN TODAY An YESTERDAY)
Thank you for the
Delicate Beauty of
fine painted
Wonderful classic
inside your venue of ART
rest in peace in spiritual life
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Ann
September 3, 2013
"Con eso, oí una voz fuerte desde el trono decir: “¡Mira! La tienda de Dios está con la humanidad, y él residirá con ellos, y ellos serán sus pueblos. Y Dios mismo estará con ellos. Y limpiará toda lágrima de sus ojos, y la muerte no será más, ni existirá ya más lamento ni clamor ni dolor. Las cosas anteriores han pasado”.
J K
September 3, 2013
My heartfelt condolences. May the God of all comfort be with you during this time of intense grief and always. (1 Cor 15:26). I'm very sorry for your loss.
September 3, 2013
Condolences to the Martinez family, from the Santillan family
September 3, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
September 3, 2013
My condolences to the Martinez Family. So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this most difficult time. (2 Cor 2:3,4)
jamie rodriguez
August 30, 2013
Sorry about your loss
Marie Martinez-Abarca
August 28, 2013
Tio, God Bless you for your love and amazing talent.. Most of all thank you for sharing such beautiful story of our sweet father with us. You leave us with your amazing legacy. Love you
Jessica K. Quintana
August 28, 2013
Tio,
Thank you for always being such a warm person. For the trip to Utah as a kid and for the artistic advice as an adult. Your paintings intimidated me as a kid but now I can appreciate them.
You will be missed <3
John Gorman
August 28, 2013
I just learned of Frank's passing from a friend in Los Angeles. Frank Martinez was one of the most important influences in my life. I have so many great memories of many years we spent together at Lavery. Frank was the finest lighting designer to never receive credit for it, and he never asked for it. I have followed his art career since those days and have seen some of the wonderful articles regarding his war service and his contributions to the art community. I only wish I could be there in person. My wife Maureen and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family.
John Gorman
[email protected]
andrea maldonado
August 28, 2013
Dear Alvarado Family, So sorry for your loss. Love, Andi & Family
Theresa Quintana
August 28, 2013
Tio,
Thank you for saving my life all those years ago. If you had not been at grandmas that day who knows where I'd be. xoxo
Patricia Martinez
August 28, 2013
TO U my PADRE I am so VERY LUCKY 2 have had a MAN like u in my VIDA I will CHERISH every MOMENT , every TRIP that you've TOOK me ON , the ADVENTEROUS TURNAROUNDS that would LEAD us to a great CONVERSATION @ the END tu ERES mi REY I will ALWAYS remember u EMBRACING me when TIMES where ROUGH and TELLING mi que TODO Iva estar BIEN I will CHERISH every VETERANS DAY PARADE and REMEMBER that BEAUTIFUL SMILE ! Y TU ARTE mi PADRE I will ALWAYS EMBRACE I PROMISE 2 KEEP UP with LALO and STILL PAINT ur NAME ACCROSS the SKIES !! FROM this POINT ON I DON'T know what TO DO WITHOUT U but I PROMISE U I won't FAIL I will SUCEED @ what LYFE throws at ME TE AMO y GRACIAS por mi VIDA
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