Name: Visitation for DR. ANDREW MARTINEZ
Start: 2014-01-17T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-01-17T04:00:00.000Z
Location: Bunker's Eden Vale Mortuary

DR. ANDREW MARTINEZ Andrew Arthur Martinez, 72, of Las Vegas, passed away Jan. 9, 2014. He was born Feb. 27, 1941, in Las Mesitas, Colo., and was a 51-year resident of Nevada. Dr. Andrew Martinez served in the Clark County School District for 36 years before retiring. In his time, he was a principal at Anne Lynch and Sunrise Acres Elementary School, vice principal, ESL coordinator and teacher. He also taught at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and the University of Phoenix. He received his doctorate in educational leadership at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas after having earned his masters of education at Adams State and his bachelor's at Westmar College. He was a member of the Clark County Association of School Administrators (CCASA). He was also an avid reader, writer and cat lover. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bertha and Luis Martinez; and brother, Richard "Rocky" Martinez. He is survived by his wife, of 22 years, Melodie Martinez; sons, Stewart and his wife, Rebecca, Arthur and Todd Martinez; stepdaughters, Honii Buonsante and her husband, Pasquale, Popea Edlow and Elizabeth Rush; stepson, Robert Dougherty; brother, Boney Martinez; sisters, Rose Reese and Louisa Rendon and her husband, Andres; aunt, Angy; and eight grandchildren. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 17, both at Bunkers Mortuary, 925 Las Vegas Blvd. N.

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal on Jan. 15, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for ANDREW MARTINEZ

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Bill Shea

December 26, 2014

The nicest boss that I have ever worked for. It was so sad to hear of his passing. I will surely miss his Christmas cards. He was one of the nicest men that I have ever met.

February 3, 2014

I knew Andy from working in the central office of the school district before I retired in 1998. He always had a smile and a was one of my favorite people. His smile made the rest of the world smile with him. He'll do that in heaven as well. May he RIP. Carol Gotheim

Joe A.

January 29, 2014

I only new Mr. Martinez as "Andy." He went to the Borders/Seattle's Best Coffee in Henderson, and I'd see him there first thing every morning. I'd be doing work, he'd be buried in a book. He was always friendly, funny and just a super nice guy. It looks like he touched many lives in his work. But even in retirement, he was a bright presence. Rest in peace, Andy.

Judy

January 23, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Andy was the ESL teacher and I was a second grade teacher at Sunrise Acres. We were across the lawn from each other and shared some good times there. He will be missed.

Mary Knight

January 20, 2014

It is unbelievable that you are gone. I was so blessed to have had the opportunity in working with you both at Sunrise Acres and then at Ann Lynch. You were my mentor and the best boss one could ever have! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this very difficult time. Take care and God Bless!

January 20, 2014

Melodie, I am so sorry for your loss.Hugs and best wishes for healing your broken heart. God bless.

Jeff and Toni Grossl

January 18, 2014

Melodie, Toni and I are so sorry for your loss, but celebrate heaven's gain. We have always had a special place in our hearts for this kind and gentle man. We always remember his wonderful smile and awesome presence while working with him at UOP. May God bless you and your family.

Meg Wiatt

January 17, 2014

Thank you for your leadership and friendship.

January 16, 2014

Dr Martinez was one of a kind. We had some great times with him at UOP! He was a great man and I am so lucky to have known him.
Lauri Perdue

Melissa Pippin

January 16, 2014

Dr Martinez hired me 16 years ago. I will never forget his cheery voice calling me at 6 am, asking if I wanted to teach first grade at Ann T. Lynch ES. I will always appreciate his willingness to take a risk on me as a new teacher.

Maria Diaz

January 16, 2014

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your faimly.

January 16, 2014

Louisa: I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your beloved brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You are dearly loved and will be kept in our prayers.

Clark and Marina Betschart

January 16, 2014

Condolences and thoughts for the family from Americus Georgia- Matthew Ross, Ph.D.

January 15, 2014

So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Karen Balke

Cherese Jones

January 15, 2014

I love Dr. M. He hired me over the phone to come and teach at Lynch ES as a new teacher. I loved his mustache and suspenders and how he would go out to recess and play with the students in his Redskins baseball cap. He was a wonderful mentor for me as an educator and I am grateful for the opportunity I had to work with him for the first five years of my teaching career. He touched so many lives for the better, including mine.

January 15, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 15, 2014

Melodie,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Be strong and take care.
Frank from Prescott

January 15, 2014

I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. (1Corinthains 15:26) (Isaiah 61:1,2)
Please find peace in knowing that He understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6, 7

Shaunene Edwards

January 15, 2014

Dr. Martinez was one of my professors at UNLV. I'm sending my condolences and best wishes for peace and joy for his family, remembering a life well-lived.

Denise Byard

January 14, 2014

You were amazing person. Always a smile and laugh. No one could ever wear suspenders the way you did. Thank you for giving me a chance 23 years ago to become an educator. Heaven is a better place.

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