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Devon Martinez Obituary

Devon Martinez beloved son of Mr. Arthur R. Martinez Jr., and Ms. Yvette Martinez, passed away on the evening of November 16, 2013 in Colorado Springs. Devon was born in Colorado Springs, October 15, 1994, and was the only child of the Martinez's.

Devon started his academic career at Divine Redeemer Catholic School. Devon then attended Vista Ridge High School his Freshman year and graduated from Cheyenne Mountain High School this past May with the Class of 2013.

Devon played Varsity Soccer for both high schools and played on various leagues as a child. Devon was a very active young man, was an avid snowboarder, loved music, attending concerts and hanging out with friends. Devon also was a Boy Scout and attained the Life Rank.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Lawrence Alvarado Sr, and is survived by his parents, his maternal great grandmother Hope Valdez of Denver, Colorado, fraternal great grandmother, Sallie Melvin of Hawthorne, Florida, his maternal grandmother Elizabeth Holcomb of Denver, his fraternal grandparents Mr. Arthur R. Martinez Sr. and Mary E. Martinez of Trinidad, Colorado; also many cousins, uncles and aunts. Devon is also survived by hundreds of friends.

Visitation will take place at Swan-Law Funeral Directors located at 501 North Cascade Avenue Colorado Springs. Friday, November 22, 2013, from 2:00 to 6:00 pm with a rosary starting at 6:00 PM.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at Divine Redeemer Catholic Church located at 927 N. Logan Ave, Colorado Springs. Saturday, November 23, 2013 at 2:00pm. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Colorado Springs.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Devon's name to Divine Redeemer Catholic School.

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Published by The Gazette on Nov. 22, 2013.

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Jessica Guzman

January 7, 2018

Hey Devon just had u on the mind a lot more then usual I miss and love u a lot we you were still here

March 24, 2014

Hey Devon, I miss ya man. We weren't that close once you moved from vista but I'll never forget the times we had man you were one of my closest friends even though we didn't talk everyday. I wish we hung out when I came back over summer, but we just never really got around to it and I regret not hanging out. Wish you were here bud and we could be joking around like we used to back in high school. Rest in paradise man and my deepest condolences go out to your family. Thanks for all the memories dev. You'll never be forgotten

jajare maniscalco

March 8, 2014

Devon I love and miss u I think about u everyday. Still doesnt feel real to me I still feel like I'm gonna go to springs and visit u :( but I know u are with me everyday I love u my little angle xoxo

Hope Manzanares

March 7, 2014

My dear Nephew Devon I think of you and miss you . I know your in heaven looking downst all of us. We sure miss you. I will remember your beautiful smile. I love you

Carlos Rivero

March 6, 2014

Hey Devon. I never got to sign this when u passed, I had no idea what to think or say. I still can't believe your gone man it still hurts so badly. But I don't cry anymore, which is good I think. Every time I think of you though it's intense man, I can still feel u here. You were a free spirit dee, no one or nothing could contain you, which is why i guess you had to leave. To see what was poppin In the next world.
You took care of me like family when I needed it the most, and now I'm going to try my best to look after your family now because they really need it. I talk to your mom and grandma all the time. We've become even closer then before because all of this
I still don't know what to say, I just wish u were here is all but I know you're doing God's bidding and his work
We all got tattoos for u too bro. U should see how many people have em it's crazy you woulda loved it man
I know you're watching over us and I'm glad I have u as an angel.
Long live Devon! Forever in our hearts

Cody Lampe

January 12, 2014

Hey Devon, not a day goes by where I'm not thinking about you. Every single day I wish we were spending every minute of the day with each other like we used to. I'm always going to remember every single memory we shared having the best times being best friends. I know your always looking down on me and Danielle :) you were truly my one true best friend. I'll never forget you Devon. I love you so much man. We'll all be together again one day :) miss you so much!!

The Angles are Baking Cookies

Patsy Hicks

December 20, 2013

I met Devon just 3 weeks before. He impressed me so much with his smile, wonderful spirit and his enthusiasm for life. I only got to spend 30 minutes visiting with him but he touched my life and I will never forget him. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to Yvette, Arthur and the family. May God bless you all as Devon watches from Heaven. Till you meet again.

December 17, 2013

Devon, I can't believe it has already been a month!!! I am sure you are settled in and warm, safe and happy!!! PLEASE if you can cover your parents and friends with your angel wings!!! They
are so sad but let them know if you can that life is short but Heaven is forever!!!!! Until then my dear boy know how deeply you are loved and missed!!!! Amy Anderson

December 16, 2013

Devon, it has been a month already I still can't believe that you are gone. It feels like yesterday when I saw that bright smile in your face. I know that you are looking down on us and it gives me some peace knowing that I have you as an angle watching over me I just wish that we still had you here. I think of you all time especially when the snow falls. I miss you

December 9, 2013

There is never a day or hour that you are not on my mind Devon. We all love and miss you so much, but I know your looking down on us every single day. I feel blessed to have such an angel.

Brent Epler

December 8, 2013

Devon,
Words can not explain how much you meant to all of your family and friends. You always had that giant smile on your face that would instantly light up any room you walked into. It seems like just yesterday we were trying to figure out a plan to meet up in the mountains to snowboard and it breaks my heart we will never be able to follow through with it. I am so glad you were able to come stay over Halloween weekend at my place, there was never a dull moment whenever you were around. Although that may have been the last time we were able to hang out in this world as we know it, it's comforting knowing I will have a familiar friendly face greeting me when I make my journey to the other side. Rest in peace brotha and know that you live on through each and everyone of us.

December 5, 2013

Rest easy bud(: we all miss you very much and as you look down on ya where looking up towards you??

Janet Maniscalco

November 28, 2013

Devon, Today is Thanksgiving and I am thankful for the wonderful times we had the past 19 years and that I was able to be a part of your life. I love you baby boy. Please watch over your mom and dad until we all meet again. We all love you and miss you.
Love you,
Nina

Arthur (Dad ) Martinez

November 28, 2013

Devon
WE know you are with us in Spirit Today Is Thanksgiving I thanked God every day for having a wonderful son who was so filled with love, and compassion for his family and friends. A person who really loved life to its fullest. I had you 19 years ,1 month, and 1 day :( You will be missed and loved till My last breath of air on this earth! I love you Son always till I die and we meet again in heavan. Love your dad. There will be one empty seat in the room today for thanksgiving with a lot of broken hearts filled with love for you

Janet & Paul Stevenson

November 27, 2013

Devon,
You will be missed by many family and friends. You will always be loved.

helen gomez

November 27, 2013

Rip angel.

November 26, 2013

Devon,
I am still in shock that you are gone but I know you will never be forgotten. You had this way about you that made everthing okay. I will miss not being able to see your face and that smile that would brighten up anyones day. To Mr and Mrs Martinez please know that your are in my thoughts and that you raised a wonderful young man

Martinez's

November 26, 2013

May you rest in peace and our prayers are with all of you even though we didn't know you personally we are still family and our thoughts are with you Ricky.

NICHE WILLIAMS

November 25, 2013

ARTHUR AND YVETTE I LOVE YOU BOTH AND MY PRAYERS ARE UPLIFTED UP FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I'LL NEVER FORGET HOW COOL DEVON'S ROOM WAS HOW YOU HAD HIS ROOM PAINTED IN GLOW IN THE DARK PAINT THE WAY THE SKY WAS WHEN HE WAS BORN. NOW HES JOINED THOSE STARS AND AWAITS YOU IN THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN.

Alex Sheaffer

November 25, 2013

Your smile and happy-go-lucky attitude will always remain an inspiration to enjoy everyday. When people think of you they talk about your kindness, generosity, humor, smile, and how you were able to pick people back up. I didn't know you as well as others, but you and your family are in my thoughts in prayers. I hope you know how much you've impacted so many lives in such a beautiful way.

Karli Schroeder

November 25, 2013

Devon,
Ill miss you so much. You always had the best smile on your face and i never once saw you in a bad mood. You were an amazing guy, and ill miss you so much.

Lyn Hahn

November 25, 2013

Arthur and Yvette,

My heart goes out to you both . I can't imagine the pain. I am so very sorry. You will continue to be in my prayers.. Always

Victoria Hazard

November 24, 2013

Devon I havnt seen you in months but now that I know you are gone I've never missed someone more. You where a beautiful joy in my life everyday in highschool. I will never for get Deca together or any of the times all of our friends where together kicking it. RIP love Victoria

Jessica maniscalco

November 24, 2013

Hey Devon I love and miss u so much sorry I couldn't speak up there for u u mean so much to me little brother and I know u will always be with us. I've been zooning out lately thinking about all our good timed as kids us hiding u u hiding candy lol u being so kind and loving to my kids who love u also Arianna said she missed u soooooo much . U are a missing piece to all of our hearts that can never be replaced things won't be the same without u and our cheesy smile wEll if u ever need anything u just send me a sign help our mom and dad too babe I love u and god bless u always rest in peace until we meet again

Danielle Wilkins

November 24, 2013

Devon thank you so much for befriending my brother 8th grade year. He was new and you accepted him with open arms. And I'll never forget y'all graduation! Lol you and Dom running around. And I remember your games together. I remember signing you up in a race during a middle school track meet and you said hi Dominique's sister.. You will truly be missed! Thank you so much for being an awesome friend! May you rest peacefully! And may God give your family comfort and strength at this time. Mr and mrs Martinez your son was truly loved and thank you for sharing him with us! He will always be with you! Gone but never forgotten. RIP Devon.

Al Tareen

November 24, 2013

R.I.P

Cheyenne & Ciara Garner

November 24, 2013

We miss Devon so much; he really touched our lives. Devon was one of those people who you would think of as a “true” friend who was a caring person, kind-hearted and always fun to be around. He always made a point to say hello and talk to everyone including our parents when he visited our home at a couple parties we had. We will keep Devon and his family in our thoughts and prayers. We love you Devon!

Celena Griego

November 24, 2013

Hey Devon it's Celena. We had a couple classes together and kicked it a couple times. You defiantly had the best swag at Cheyenne mountain. Sorry I never got around to cutting your hair but just remember god only takes the strongest for his kingdom. Stay up and do me a favor? Watch over my son while your in heaven... I'd appreciate it. Thank you .

Kennedy Martinez

November 24, 2013

Devon, I miss you ore than words can explain.... it breaks my heart that the last time I saw you was last year... I may not have been as close to you as Jessica or Ashley no one even came close to Kyle. Devon I remember when we would go walk D.D. and we would go around and play games at your house. or when auntie took us to the penny arcade and you showed me how to play the games. Devon. I love you and I forever will. you were like a brother. me you Ashley Jessica and Kyle. we stuck together. we were just close. I also remember when you came down the last time I got to see you..... I told you I would kick your butt at black ops 2. and you kicked my butt, we laughed. I miss you Devon...you are forever going to be in my heart....

Alison Key

November 23, 2013

Yvette and Rick, I'm so sorry to hear about Devon. He was a wonderful soccer player and it was fun watching him play over the years. My thoughts and prayers for comfort are with you in this very difficult time.

Frank Atwood

November 23, 2013

Devon,
We have known you since you were nine and watched you grow up to be an exceptional young man. You will always be remembered.
Your friends,
The Atwoods,
Frank, Karla and Frankie

November 23, 2013

To the family of Devon. My deepest sympathy. I did not Devon. Watching that lovely video made me feel like I saw a glimpse of his life. I pray for peace for you.

Connor Stout

November 23, 2013

Devon, your funeral is today and i'm sorry that I will not be in attendance. You were a really great friend of mine and it was always impossible to have a dull moment with you, and that is why it hurts so much to see you go, knowing that next time I come into town I wont have anyone to laugh over the good times we've been having in college. I love you homie and just know that a bit of your spirit lives on through me. " Our dead are never dead to us, until we have forgotten them" -George Elliot.

Ingrid Garcia-Sayeb

November 23, 2013

Rest in peace beautiful boy! I never had the pleasure to meet you or to see that beautiful smile in person (just like your mom's smile) she loved you dearly by the way should would speak of you. Yvette my heart hurts for you, you are in my thoughts and prayers and I will be here for you if you need anything at all. God bless you and your family.

Jennifer

November 22, 2013

Devon the first time Mike and I met your wonderful amazing family, and your mom could not quit talking about you, and how proud she was of you. Then you and your friends came strolling in and I watched your mom`s eyes light up and you greeted her with a smile that lit both your faces up. I thought to myself what an amazing young adult you were. You had a smile that could light up anyone`s day, and just your personality was just so laid back and an easy free spirit you were. Now Devon here comes the time we no lomger get to see that relax personality and that light up your whole day kind of a smile, but we will never forget that great young man you actually became in your short lived life, but God had another plan for you instead, and that we may never know are come to undetstand, but I know it had to because here on earth your parents are so proud of you, and God wanted to see for himself what all the fuss was about , and now God understands why he called you to become on of his best and strong angels. Your family, and friends will never forget you and all the wonderful smiles, and hugs either. You will forever be missed. They will get to see again never let them lose hope, and faith strong angel of God.

Shirley Vigil

November 22, 2013

Devon I did not know you. but you were very good friends with my grandson and he is going to miss you very much but U are in heaven now and you can watch over him and all your other frinds To His Parents So sorry to hear about your loss God Bless you all

Dawn Carter

November 22, 2013

Yvette the Good Lord will provide you with Peace. Just ask and you will receive it is written.

November 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to you, Ricky and Yvette. May God give you strength and comfort during this time. I know your heart is aching and I am truly sorry for your loss. RIP young man. Look upon your parents and place your hands of peace on them.
Bernadette (Lucero) Pacheco & family

Sarah, Dave, Kyle Nigh

November 22, 2013

Devon, Your laughter and beautiful/handsome smile were contagious. You had the best manners that a parent could ask for and so polite and willing to help. Your energy and enthusiasm will be missed by so many. Your memory will be held close and envisioning your smile will brighten our days. Peace and love.

Gloria Reed

November 22, 2013

Precious son, grandson, cousin, nephew gone too soon. Fly on eagle's wings. Condolences to the entire family. Special love to Marie, Arthur and Rick. Love, Gloria (Gerardo) Reed and family

Jeanie Ducommun

November 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Martinez family . To my best friend like a sister I love you so much can't even imagine your heart , I pray for understanding and strength and make the angels hold and comfort you through this awful tragedy , a young awesome man taken away from us way too soon , may God bless you and Rick. Love Jeans

D'Antoinette Wilkins

November 22, 2013

Devon - this is still so surreal. I can still see you and Dominique playing basketball and hugging at the 8th grade graduation! Your beautiful smile and heart will be missed. However, you will always remain etched in our hearts.
Heaven is blessed to have you and we are soooo blessed to have known you. Thank you for being such a great friend to Dominique and taking him under your wings when he attended DR. You are truly special and will be missed.
My prayers are with you Arthur and Yvette - please take comfort in knowing that he was an amazing young man who has touched many lives.
May GOD comfort and keep you during this time.

Reina Sandoval

November 22, 2013

DEVON YOU WILL BE MISSED DEARLY... MY PRAYERS & THOUGHTS TO DEVON'S PARENTS & FAMILY... YOU'LL BE WATCHING OVR ALL UR LOVED 1'Z AS THEIR GUARDIAN ANGEL.... R.I.P FLY HIGH WITH UR ANGELS HITO... <3

November 22, 2013

DEVON YOU WILL BE MISSED DEARLY... MY PRAYERS & THOUGHTS TO DEVON'S PARENTS & FAMILY... YOU'LL BE WATCHING OVR ALL UR LOVED 1'Z AS THEIR GUARDIAN ANGEL.... R.I.P

Shannon Gagnon

November 22, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you - Devon you will be missed by sooo many, THANK YOU for being so wonderful. God Bless to you and your family in this time of grief.

Marianne

November 22, 2013

Precious life gone too soon.

Drew Mangen

November 21, 2013

Devon,
You touched many people's lives! You are in God's hands now. May you rest in peace young man! You will forever reside in our thoughts. May God bless you & your family.

November 21, 2013

Dearest Devon, I will miss you so deeply as will Jack!! You were such a great friend to Jack!!! Please watch over him!! I will miss calling you to find out where my silly boy was!! Please comfort your mom and dad and we will take care of your loved ones until they see you again!!! Love and miss you terribly!!! Amy Anderson

Carol Lampe

November 20, 2013

We will miss your smile. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

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