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Debbie Martinez Obituary
June 5, 1959 - September 29, 2025
She passed away unexpectedly. Debbie had been employed by Ensueños for the past 17 years. She is preceded in death by her Father, Orlando Cortez, sister, Barbara Gatlin. She is survived by her husband, Elmer Martinez; children, Christopher Martinez (Angel), Matthew Martinez and LeAndra Martinez; grandchildren Cas and Caden; mother Rebecca Cortez; siblings James Cortez (Rose), Michael Cortez (Melisa), LoriAnn Cortez (Rob), Frances Romero (Joseph) and Jennifer Cortez (Juan); siblings in-laws Vicente, Shirley, Lawrence, Anthony, Laurie Martinez and Brenda Everett (Ira); and many nieces and nephews. We would like to thank and extend our deepest gratitude to family and friends for your love, support, prayers, food and donations. Thank you to the Guadalupanas, clergy, musicians, Taos law enforcement for escort, De Vargas and everyone who helped prepare and serve food. Burial took place at the Arroyo Seco Cemetery. Thank you from the Martinez and Cortez family.
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Erlinda Branchal
November 4, 2025
Elmer and family. I'm so sorry to hear of Debbie's passing. She was such a sweetheart. May she rest in peace. God be with you during this sad time. Big hugs.
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