George Martinez, 76, lifetime resident of Brighton, passed away at Platte Valley Medical Center April 22. He was born Feb. 22, 1943, to John and Genoveva (Sanchez) Martinez. George was a 1961 graduate of Brighton High School and earned an associate degree from Red Rocks Community College.
George served with the U.S. Navy from 1962 to 1966 during the Vietnam era. After his term in the military, George spent time in California before returning to Brighton. He was a facilities director for 26 years for Brighton School District 27J, retiring in 1999.
Retirement did not slow George down. He loved keeping busy with different projects, helping his three boys and shuffling his grandkids around – a generous and loving father and grandfather who was always there giving of himself and lending a hand. George enjoyed a good debate regardless of the topic. He could always be heard lovingly saying "quit jacking around."
Survivors include his sons, Scott (Tracy) of Thornton, Tom (Reyna), of Manzanillo, Mexico, and Tim (Shellie), of Brighton; sister, Rosie (Onesimo) Chavez, of Brighton; brother, Edward "Bardo" Martinez, of Brighton; grandchildren, DeAndra, Jourdan, Camryn, Timmy, Daniel, Shelby, Johny and Mila Martinez; great-grandchildren, Will, Meleah, Anaya, Alina, Sophia, Jeremiah, London, Ruby, Ryatt and Mia.
Four sisters, Margaret, Ramona, Barbara and Angie; and a brother, Reggie, preceded him in death.
Friends and family celebrated George's life at a memorial service April 27 at Tabor-Rice Funeral Home in Brighton, which handled the arrangements.
A reception followed at the Alli Event Center.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of George. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure when it fills your heart with love and brings you joy. May you find comfort in Jesus promise of the hope of everlasting life on earth at John 6:40.
VG
May 29, 2019
Our sincere condolences to the Martinez family in the loss of your dear love one. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day.
Psalms 145:18,19
Your neighbor..
May 13, 2019
My deepest sympathies. May the God of all comfort strengthen the entire family during this time of sorrow. Always remember that God keeps in his memory those whom we lose because they are precious in his eyes. (Psalms 116:15)
Elizabeth Enriquez
May 6, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences to the Martinez Family during your time of great sadness. May you cherish the fond memories to help you cope with the pain from day to day. Take comfort in the words found at 1 Thessalonians 4:14, the beautiful hope of seeing your loved one again
Y A
May 4, 2019
I am truly and deeply sorry for your Loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and friends of George. May the God of all comport Grant you peace and strength during difficult time. (Psalm 91:11)
M C
May 4, 2019
May the God comfort strengthen your family during this time of deep sorrow. God will remember those who pass on in death because they are precious in his eyes. John 6:40.
May 4, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss. May you all have much peace and comfort from the God of love during this difficult time. Psalms 145:14. Deepest Sympathy
Brewer's
May 4, 2019
May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one may the God of peace give you peace in every way, please accept my sincerest condolences 2thessalonians 2:16,17
May 4, 2019
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss at this difficult time. May you find a measure of comfort at Matthew 5:4 in the days ahead.
L W
May 4, 2019
Offering sincere condolences to the Martinez family and friends.May God comfort your hearts and make you firm. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
L B
May 4, 2019
You are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, may the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Theres hope in seeing your dear loved again. Read 1 Thessalonians 4:14.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Monica
May 4, 2019
During this time of sorrow, may the words of Psalms 94:19 comfort you and soothe your pain.
Our deepest condolences for your loss.
SD
May 4, 2019
Sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the God that gives peace (Roman 15:33)
May 4, 2019
Im sorry for your loss. May you all have the comfort in knowing that God feels your pain and cares for you. And gives much love during this difficult time. (Psalms 145:18,19)
May 4, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2.
May 4, 2019
May God give your family and friends comfort and strength, during this time of grief and sorrow for the passing of George. May the love of God comfort your hearts and make you firm in every way, giving you the strength to endure.-2nd Thessalonians 2:16,17
D S
May 4, 2019
My heartfelt condolences for your loss. May the love and support of family and friends carry you through your grief, as you await the fulfillment of Gods promise to one day be reunited with your loved one again (John 6:40)
May 4, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences.You are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you share. 2 Thessalonians 3:16 .
M C
May 4, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May God soothe your hearts and minds during this difficult time and may you find comfort in knowing that your loved ones are precious to God and are in his memory. Psalms 116:15
May 4, 2019
May you all have the strength you need at this time of sorrow, Phillipians 4:13.- Philadelphia.
May 4, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you in this time of grief. 1 Thessalonians 5: 17 "pray constantly"
May 4, 2019
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