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John William Martensen

1936 - 2011

John William Martensen

1936 - 2011

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1936

DIED

2011

John Martensen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 7, 2011.

John W. Martensen, age74, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2011 in Las Vegas, NV. John was born March 10, 1936 in Anamosa, Iowa to John P. and Anna C. Martensen. John was a production manager for Control Data Corporation in Bloomington, MN for 22 years. After relocating to Las Vegas John worked at Payless Cashways and part-time at Walmart for an additional 7 years. John enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Janice Martensen, also surviving daughter; Jill Martensen; Grandsons Eric Rowe and Matthew McMillan, Great Grandson Vincent Rowe; Sisters Carol, Beverly, and Janice; Brothers Dean, Marvin, Virgil, Alan and Larry. John is preceded in death by his son Jeff Martensen and brothers Carl and Harold. A celebration of John's life will be held at 11:00 am Friday March 18, 2011 at Palm Mortuary Northwest, 6701 N Jones Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89131. 702-464-8460 Donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

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March 19, 2011

Our prayers are with you.
The family of Carl & Donna Martensen

Gail Hock

March 17, 2011

God Bless you and Your Family.
May John rest in peace.
I enjoyed working with John at
Walmart for many years.

Gail Hock (Walmart Operator)

Jim & Bev Dieken

March 14, 2011

God Bless You and Your Family

March 14, 2011

Our sympathies and prayers are with you at this time.
Marvin and Sharon Martensen and family
Virgil and Mary Martensen and family
Allen and Carol Martensen and family
Larry and Linda Martensen

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March 13, 2011

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