Dionicio Martinez
Dionicio Martinez
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August 7, 1964 - March 12, 2025
Dionicio (Danny) Martinez Jr., 60, of Bloomington, IL, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Dionicio was born on August 7, 1964 in Crystal City, Texas to Gilberta and Dionicio Martinez. He later met and married Michele Whitworth in which they shared two beautiful daughters.
Danny had a long career working out of Laborers Local 362. He also worked for Mitsubishi Motors. He really enjoyed the people that he worked with and made many long-lasting friendships. Outside of work, he enjoyed the CUBBIES. His favorite all time team, the Chicago Cubs. He loved sports; sporting shops, sporting events, sports talks, and loved going to meet and greets with the players. He also loved spending time traveling to see his children and watching his grandchildren grow. He enjoyed every chance he was given to be apart of all the grandchildren's activities. He also really enjoyed spending time with friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Dionicio Martinez Sr., his sister Bertha Pena and nephews Marcos Pena & Nathaniel (Nate) Pena.
He is survived by his children, Mercedes (Josh) Alvis and Alexis Martinez (Eduardo Fajardo), and his 8 grandchildren (Cael, Zaiden, Gabriel, Grayson, Coralee, Dorian, Santiago, and Lorenzo). His siblings, John (Loneann) Martinez, Olga (Jeff) Myers, José (Melissa) Martinez, Raul (Rachel) Martinez, Gloria (Edgar) Gonzalez, George (Brenda) Martinez, and Elias Martinez; as well as several nieces, nephews, and friends.
Danny was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He leaves behind countless memories that we all hold dear to our hearts.
A Celebration of Life service in Danny's honor will be held at the Bloomington Moose Lodge on April 19, 2025 from 3-8pm.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Nancy Schenck McCain
March 20, 2025
Omg I was so sad when Grace told me this. I don´t have Facebook and so glad she does. Many wonderful memories of Danny and the family. He was such a sweetheart and I love his girls as well. So glad he is out of pain but he will be missed. My heartfelt love to his family. Old friend , Nancy Schenck McCain
Cindy
March 18, 2025
I'm sorry for your loss, I remember going to Emmerson Grade school with Danny in 6th grade and working for his parents and Sister Bertha . You all are in my prayers, from Cindy Webb Shepherd
John Parrott
March 15, 2025
Danny was a fellow believer when l attended First Assembly of God in Normal. He had such a sweet spirit, he loved people, and loved his Father and Mother and family.
We enjoyed visiting and talking politics with one another.
When work was slow for him, l had him come work for me in my business. He was a good worker and was always about having fun.
My brother, enjoy the presents of the Lord, we will see you again soon day.
My condolences go to your wife and family.
My God provide comfort for your family.
John Parrott
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Mike Matejka
March 15, 2025
a wonderful union brother, always with a warm smile and a deep heart -- being with him always brought a smile and a warmth to my heart. All three of good men in this photo are gone now...
Denise Williams
March 15, 2025
My deepest sympathy to all of the family. Danny was one of the first neighbors I met when I moved to Bloomington. He was always so nice and soft spoken. He spoke of his family all the time as well as his daughters. He was very proud of his heritage.
I enjoyed our friendship and will cherish our visits. He loved a good sale and I remember him liking to wear pink shirts in the summer to show off his tan:). May God welcome you home, you are no longer in pain.
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