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ANTONIO MARTINEZ
July 2, 1934 - Dec. 3, 2008
Antonio "Tony" Martinez, 74, a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away Wednesday, December 3rd at Sharp Grossmont Hospital and is now at peace with the Lord. He is preceded in death by his parents Rodolfo and Maria Martinez.
Tony was born on July 2, 1934 in Calexico. He graduated from Calexico High School in 1955 and later married Alicia Platero in September 1955 and together they raised 4 children. Tony served 26 years as a Tank Commander in the Army National Guard where he retired as a Staff Sergeant.
Tony worked at Safeway in Calexico for 10 years. Later he worked with Delta Mercantile as a delivery man/truck driver. He later went to work for Continental Food Services. Later he moved to San Bernardino where he was a groundsman for Colton Unified School District until he retired, then he later moved to San Diego where he worked at Von's until moving back home to Calexico.
During his lifetime, he was one of the original members of the 20-30 Club. He was a coach for the Calexico Little League Lions team. He enjoyed camping and the outdoors. Tony was a lifetime Dodger and Rams fan.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 9 from 6 to 9 at Hems Brothers Mortuary in Calexico with a rosary being held at 7 p.m.
Mass will commence Wednesday, December 10 at 9 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Calexico. Burial will immediately follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
Tony is survived by his wife of 53 years Alicia Martinez of Calexico; daughter, Norma "Pinky" Bustamante (Juan); son, Antonio "Tony" of Calexico; daughter, Ana "Cindy" Martinez of Colorado; and son, Rodolfo "Rudy" of Calexico; grandchildren, Johanna, Janina, Juan Jr. and Joseph Bustamante of Calexico; Tony and Cassandra Martinez of Heber; great-grandchildren, Julia, Jonathan, Jessica, Kyanna, Carlos, Carolina, Robert and Baby Jacob Anthony; extended family, Gloria Martinez, Rosemary Orsini, Martin Nieto, Robert Bustamante and numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews-in-laws.
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Memories and Condolences
for Antonio Martinez
Rosemary Orsini
January 14, 2009
Perhaps, they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings
where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy. --an Eskimo legend
I will miss you, my friend, my buddy. We had a special connection that I miss, and someone who I knew was always in my corner. I look up often at the stars and can guess which one is yours - the brightest - sharing the sky with your parents and my mother who is probably trying to get you to dance.
Kisha Contee-Hayes
December 18, 2008
Ana and family
I am so sorry for your lost. There never seems to be right words to say at this moment. Please accept my condolences as my most heart felt thoughts put into words.
Barbara Ellis
December 17, 2008
To the entire Martinez family. May the Lord ease your lose, and remember absent from the body is present with Lord.
I to will miss Mr. Martinez he was a very kind man to me and my family
MARIA ROSARIO LOZANO
December 14, 2008
NORMA AND FAMILY,
On behalf of the Inzunza Family, I would extend our most sincere condolences on your loss. While it has been many years, I still remember being with your family one summer picking fruit, and admiring what loving parents you had. God bless you all.
Rosario lozano Inzunza
Johanna Bustamante
December 12, 2008
HI Grandpa.... I miss you!!!
Remember YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE!!!
I LOVE YOU!!!!
Mercedes Garcia
December 11, 2008
Alicia and family,
My most sincere condolences on Tony's passing. I will always remember your generous hospitality to me when I was principal of Calexico High School back in the 70's. God bless you all.
Sandra Platero-Sander
December 10, 2008
Auntie Curie and Cousins, I'm sorry for the loss of Uncle Tony, our prayers are with you.
Vangie Romero
December 10, 2008
Alicia and family,
On behalf of the Romero family our deepest condolences. Remember, he is now in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ where there is eternal joy and peace. May God Bless you and give you the strength to get through this time you will be in our prayers.
Jennie Roque
December 10, 2008
Tia Curie and family,
David and I send our prayers and condolences. Tio Tony was such a kind and loving person. We love you all.
Jennie Platero Roque
Raul Salgado
December 10, 2008
My deepest sympathys to the Martinez Family. You will be in our prayers.
Angelica Serrano Seivwright
December 9, 2008
Martinez Family, you are in my thoughts and my prayers.
David Zuniga
December 9, 2008
Mrs. Martinez,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. I sure will miss talking sports with Tony...football, baseball! And he was such a diehard Ram fan, no?
Patricia Leon
December 9, 2008
Rudy, my dear friend. My sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your father. He will be in my prayers.
Love, Patricia Corral-Leon
Esther Loy
December 9, 2008
Ana and Family
My most sincere condolence, may he rest in peace. Que dios lo tenga en su Santa Gloria. I love ya, Esther and family
Stephanie Orfanos-Montano
December 9, 2008
Ana and Family,
I want you to know how much I will miss your dad. I remember his smile every time I saw him. The time he went to a Dodgers game and you had to get him there for batting practice. You said he was in heaven watching his beloved Dodgers. I know he is in heaven now watching all of you. My prayers and love go out to you and your family. From one Dodger fan to another, thanks for making me feel like part of your family.
Love,
Andreina Serrano
December 8, 2008
Curi and family,
My most sincere condolences during this most difficult time. I have great memories of both of you.
Irene Platero Gastelum
December 8, 2008
To my Nina and cousins; My condolences on your loss. My heart goes out to you. God Bless you all.
Johanna Bustamante
December 8, 2008
Grandpa, I miss you very much. I hope your resting now. Don't worry about your "Sugar" we are taking care of her. Remember you are OUR SUNSHINE!!!!!!
I love you (Your real favorite one!)
Gigi (Platero) Rodriguez
December 8, 2008
Hi Tia Currie and Cousins ~ just a note to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and may our Tio Tony rest in peace. He will be missed. Luv you guys :)
Norma Rosales
December 8, 2008
Nina
No importanta el tiempo que nos hemos dejado de ver, los recuerdos que tengo de uds. han sido los mejores de mi niñez, para mi mama y para mi fueron un gran apoyo, le pido a Dios que mi tio descanse en paz, que Dios premie todo lo bueno que fue y para ud. mi mas grande cariño, y que Dios le de la resignación de saber que el ya esta arriba, cuidando de todos, la quiero mucho,nunca los olvido.
Machi
Terry (Platero) Aguilar
December 8, 2008
Mi Ronqui-Ronqui,
You've left a void in our lives but so many happy memories. Me estoy portando bien, haci como siempre me preguntabas. I love you, Tio!
"La Ni~na del Bosque... Terry
Ana "Cindy" Martinez
December 8, 2008
Hi Dad, just wanted to say hello and that I love you. I hope you are at peace and enjoying your time now with your mom and dad.
Love, your favorite one
Barbara Platero
December 8, 2008
Tia Curi and Cousins, I would like to express my most deepest sympathy for your loss, he has passed on before us and he will be waiting for us in the best place, next to our Lord.
May God Bless You and give you "peace". he is now resting. I will always have him in my "heart", never forget him. He was a "very good" person as all of you too.
Love and Blessings,
Barbara Platero (Bobbie)
Vetta LaVerne Platero
December 8, 2008
Tio Tony,
Thank you for your acceptance without question or pause. We pray God Bless and welcome you. And Tio, Thank you for the dance. You will alway be in our hearts.
Rudy&Vetta (Frankie)
Chela Platero
December 8, 2008
Tío Tony,
I miss your loving teasing and playfulness. May you rest in peace at our Lord's side.
Love you
Harry Orfanos
December 8, 2008
Coach,
You're at peace now. Thank you for all you taught me about playing the game. You will always be in my heart and prayers.
Love,
Harry #6 Lions
Gordy Platero
December 7, 2008
Tio,
Thank you for all the good times.
Diana Platero-Lopez
December 7, 2008
Tio,
You are now with the Lord a place of love and peace. We will miss you.
Love you always,
Fausto, Diana "Sky", Victoria and Laura
Margie Orfanos-Villalobos
December 7, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Becky Platero
December 6, 2008
Nino,
I will miss you very much but I know you will be with us in spirit. You are at peace now and with our Father and once again with your parents. You will be one of our Guardian Angels watching over us.
I love you, Becky
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