Larry Martinez
December 17, 1937 — December 6, 2017
Larry Joe Martinez
1937 – 2017
Larry Joe Martinez - AKA. Larry J. and the Green Eyed Mexican
Born December 17, 1937, Salida, Colorado – Deceased December 6, 2017, West Valley, Utah
My beloved husband and our beloved Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Father In-Law and Friend passed-away and is smiling down on us with the angels. He graduated from West High School, was in the army reserves and one of the best construction contractors in the Salt Lake City Valley for 42 years. With his notorious strength, courage and grace, he overcame multiple health issues but finally succumbed to a heart attack. He is survived by the “light of his life” his loving wife, best friend, and rock Barbara (Charlie) Manchego, daughter Debbie (Indian) and husband Tom, Son Larry (Pelon), Grandsons Randy (Emily) and Jered (Chantle), Granddaughter Shela (Fea), 12 great grandchildren, his sisters Bernice, Ruby, and Rosie, “Bro” Dave (Karolyn), cousin Gaylen (Shauna) Martinez and many nephews and nieces. Preceded in death by his parents Joe and Delpha Martinez, brother Albert, and nephew Mark and Lucky (Loco). He will be dearly missed by us all. Rest in peace!
A visitation will be held Thursday, December 14, 2017 from 6-7 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service that evening at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 15, 2017, 1:00 p.m. at Cannon Mortuary, 2460 E. Bengal Blvd. (7600 S.) with a visitation prior to service from 12:00-12:45 p.m.
Our thanks to the dedicated staff at St Marks Hospital, Rocky Mountain Care – Hunter Hollow, Stonehenge Rehabilitation, Brio In Home Nursing, Dr. Rahimi and staff, and the many doctors and specialist that helped.
Family and friends are welcome to join us for an open house following the graveside Service. Granger West Stake North Building: 4460 West, Courtney Dr. (2880 S) West Valley, Utah 84120 hosted by Shauna Martinez and Jackie Rasmussen.
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