Photo courtesy of Alderette Pomeroy Funeral Home, Inc. - Raton
Apr 12, 1937 - Nov 18, 2025
You were such a sweet lady n your husband rip fly with the angels
Kerri Rivera
November 26, 2025 | Pueblo, CO | Friend
You were a wonderful person. I will miss you forever. Thank you for always being so good to us. I love you grandma. Love Aubrey
MARJORIE ZAMORA
November 26, 2025 | Raton, NM | Family
I had the honor of meeting Madeline and visiting with her a few times in her home as a member of the Legion of Mary. She was a beautiful person may she rest in peace.
Eileen Marquez
November 24, 2025 | Raton, NM | Friend
My beloved Sister, I love you so and I will carry your spirit with me forever more!
JoAnn Sanchez
November 22, 2025 | Albuquerque, NM | Sister
May my beautiful Mother-In-Law RIP. We love you and will miss you forever. ❤
Jennifer Martinez
November 21, 2025 | Albuquerque, NM | Family
Madeline M. Martinez, beloved mother, grandmother and sister, passed away on November 18, 2025, at the age of 88. Madeline was born on April 12, 1937, in Ft. Sumner, NM, to the late Salomon and Benina Cordova. She was raised in Raton, NM, in a loving family.
In 1954, Madeline married the love of her life, Julian Martinez, who preceded her in death.Together, they raised seven children: Linda Alvarado and husband Tony, deceased, Julie Munniks and husband Ron, Phil Martinez and wife Sylvia, Gerald Martinez and wife Jeannie, Janet Martinez and husband Eric, and Michael Martinez and wife Jennifer. Unfortunately, Madeline was also preceded in death by her son, Steve Martinez.
Madeline leaves behind a legacy of love and joy through her numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
Madeline was also preceded in death by her sister, Lorraine Bowman, brothers Andrew Cordova, Jacob Benavidez, Gerald Benavidez and Max
Benavidez. She is survived by her sisters, Bernice Vallez, Patricia Benavidez, Rosabel Ludwin and JoAnn Sanchez, brothers Gene Sanchez, John Sanchez and Joseph Sanchez, as well as many nephews, nieces and cousins. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Madeline dedicated most of her career to motel management before retiring. She found joy in activities such as bingo at the senior center, building puzzles, playing card games, reading, listening to music and spending time with friends and family, always opening her home to welcome everyone with open arms. In her younger years, she enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting. Madeline was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys, cheering them on, loudly at times.
Madeline’s kind and generous spirit will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories that will be forever treasured.
Rosary will be held at St. Patrick’s - St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 11 am. Recited by the Legion of Mary. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:30 am, followed by the internment at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Rest in peace, Madeline.
Arrangements for Madeline M. Martinez are entrusted to the Alderette-Pomeroy Funeral Home.
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