Martinez, Eugene C. IV

Eugene C. Martinez, IV, age 26, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away unexpectedly Friday, May 22, 2015. Eugene was preceded in death by his grandfather, Eugenio Martinez. He is survived by his parents, Eugene T. and Libby Martinez of Pecos, NM; brother, Robert J. Martinez; sister, Jennifer Martinez and Miguel Cruz; nephews, Joshua Soto and Vincent Cruz; his grandmother, Silveria L. Martinez; aunts, Barbara Zon, Margaret Martinez, Christina Lucero, Gloria Martinez, Shirley Sanchez, Leona Chavez-McAuley, and Rosemary Lucero; uncle, Rudy Lucero; great-uncle Dave Quintana; great-aunts, Delia Quintana, and Marie McAllister; cousins, Gwen Herrera, Leo Sanchez, Daniel Sanchez, Adele Montoya, Amanda Ramirez, Andrea Garcia, Maxine Strange, Ruby Lucero, Beth Lucero, Holly Lucero, Benny Lucero, Krista McAuley, Lauren McAuley and Andrew McAuley; very dear friends, Randy Snyder, Isaac Rockwell, Michael Robinson, Jason Chavez, and Renato (Doc) Dacpano; and many other relatives and friends.

"Buddy" as he was known by family and friends attended Albuquerque High School, graduating in 2006. He attended CNM and received his associate's degree in welding technology. Buddy won State recognition, two years in a row, in a welding competition in New Mexico and competed in Kansas City, Kansas for National Championship. He enjoyed socializing with his friends, attending concerts, working out and playing basketball with his brother and friends. Buddy had a love for music and he clowned around with family and friends. His favorite teams were the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Lakers. He will be greatly missed by all who came to know him as "Buddy".

Visitation will be held at FRENCH - University on Thursday, May 28, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. till a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5303 Phoenix Ave. NE, on Friday May 29, 2015, 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Isaac Rockwell, Michael Robinson, Jason Chavez, Renato "Doc" Dacpano, Edgar Garcia, and Andrew McAuley. Honorary Pallbearers will be Vincent Castillo, Daniel Sanchez, Leo Sanchez and Martin Mendez. Please visit our online guestbook for Buddy at

www.FrenchFunerals.com.

FRENCH â€" University

1111 University Blvd. NE

(505) 843-6333

Published by Albuquerque Journal on May 27, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Martinez

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14 Entries

Sister

April 13, 2025

Lil brother...10 yrs later real life...you been gone and oh so missed... How long will they mourn my brotha.....forever

Amanda Ramirez

May 30, 2015

My heart and prayers go out to the entire family. You will be greatly missed Buddy!

Teran Family

May 29, 2015

Gene Libby Bobby and Jenny
Our condolences and prayers go out to all of you. Just know Buddy will be watching over all of you and be with you always.

May 28, 2015

Eugene & Libby, our most sincere condolences go out to you and your whole family. We will be praying for you and yours. Sincerely, Dennis & Barbara Dominguez.

Debbie & Max KUSH

May 28, 2015

Dear Libby, We send our most heartfelt sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your precious son. Our thoughts are with you.

May 28, 2015

Dear Gene and Libby, Our condolences and prayers for you and your family during this difficult time. May memories of Buddy bring toy some laughter and comfort. God bless you! Clara and David Lopez

Frank Ervien

May 27, 2015

We send our most sincerest condolences to the family and to all that knew and loved Eugene. He was quite a character and an entertainer. He has left us with a lot of fun and funny memories. He will be greatly missed but will not be forgotten. He will forever live in our hearts.
Frank and Christine Ervien

Y Munoz

May 27, 2015

Dear Libby and Family. My Condolances and prayers are with you and your family during these days to come.

CNM SkillsUSA in Kansas City. Eugene is part of our Skills Family. He will be truly missed.

Donna Trujillo

May 27, 2015

CNM is so sorry for your loss.. Eugene was my CNM SkillsUSA contestant in Welding. He was a very polite and smart young man... Please accept our condolences to the family.
Donna Trujillo
CNM SkillsUSA

May 27, 2015

So sorry for you loss Cousin Gene & Libby, my prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Teri Sandoval

Rodney R. Tennis

May 27, 2015

I'm deeply saddened to hear of Eugene's passing. Eugene was one of the finest welders I have had the pleasures of working with, and a great loss to our trade. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends.
Sincerely,
Rodney R. Tennis
Ex-Piping Inspector (Intel Corporation )

Kamie Turnbull

May 27, 2015

Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. I wish I had words to lighten your sadness, sometimes words are just not enough. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Buddy will truly be missed by all.

Mrs. Marie Robinson-Marmash

May 27, 2015

Eugene you going to be greatly missed you are greatly missed may the peace of God be with your family and friends with love the Robinson-Marmash Family

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