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FAVIAN MARTINEZ Obituary
January 15, 1924 - July 14, 2016
Favian Martinez of Fruita, CO passed away July 14, 2016 in his home, He was 92.
He was born to Max Martinez and Epifania Gallegos in Loma, CO. He married Evelyn Martinez on February 12, 1946 in Idaho.
Favian lived in Fruita until he joined the United States Navy. He served 30 years retiring as a Chief Petty Officer (CPO).
He and his wife settled in San Leandro, CA. In 2002 he returned to his home town of Fruita Co to be close to his daughter and grandchildren.
He and his wife traveled to many locations throughout the world as he served his country during WWII. They were married 66 years. She preceded him in death on March 10, 2012.
He loved gardening, crossword puzzles, fishing, camping, dancing with his beautiful wife and most of all he loved being a grandfather to his four grandsons; Anthony, Louis, Lorenzo and Richie Morales.
He is survived by son, Anthony Martinez and daughter, Julie (Rich) Morales. He will be deeply missed.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 20 at Callhan-Edfast Mortuary and will conclude at 1 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
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July 20, 2016
Sorry for your lose we kn ow how it is to lose family. We send our love and God be with all your family. John and I send our love to all of you.
July 17, 2016
Shirley & Peter Giretto, San Leandro, Ca.
July 17, 2016
Shirley &Peter Giretto, San Leandro, Ca.
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July 17, 2016
Our sincere sympathy to the family.
Our friendship through the years will be cherished.forever
Marty, you were special.
Your friends
Shirley & Pete
DEE MARTINEZ
July 17, 2016
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE LOVE YOU AND SEND ALL OUR PRAYER'S AND LOVE.
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