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Eloy Martinez Obituary

Eloy Jose Martinez was born in Chacon, NM on June 7, 1924 to Beatrice Lovato Martinez and Demicio Martinez. Eloy was one of eight children. Eloy married his wife of 62 years, Flora Abeyta, on December 4, 1943 in Rawlins, WY. Eloy worked in Rawlins for the Union Pacific Railroad for 44 years before retiring in 1984. Mr. and Mrs. Martinez moved to Colorado Springs to be near their daughter in October 1984. Eloy was a member of the Knights of Columbus since 1989 and did volunteer work with the Knights of Columbus Breakfast Team #5. Eloy was preceded in death by three brothers: Alfonso Martinez, Arturo Martinez, and Philadelphio Martinez; two sisters, Selina Martinez Gallegos and Frances Martinez Maes. Eloy is survived by his wife Flora, daughter Irene B. Martinez; sister Nora Martinez Hardin of Sun City West, AZ; brother Richard Martinez of Ely, NV; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 30, 2006 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Fountain, with a Rosary held at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, August 31, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Fountain with interment to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs.

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Published by The Gazette on Aug. 29, 2006.

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Becky Williams

August 31, 2006

Irene & Flora,

My thoughts and prayers are with you today as you pass from the depths of your sorrow into the dawn of your heart's healing.

Max Duran

August 30, 2006

Flora and Irene,

We share in your grief and loneliness by the passing of Eloy. We know it's a cliche, but definitely he is in a better place. We love you and our prayers are with you. Love always,



Max Jr., Kathy, Rico, Desiree and Brandon Duran

Theresa Cordova

August 30, 2006

Flora & Irene:



Mom and I will miss Eloy very much -he was such a good friend in time of our need all three of you have always been there for us. Please do not hesitate to ask for anything you need.

Al Cordova & Family

August 30, 2006

Words fall short of describing the respect I hold for this man. He was truly a great Christian person,congenial, generous, hard working, a devoted father and husband . A true role model for any and all generations to emulate. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. May he now rest in peace.

Roger Hanson

August 30, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Roger Hanson

August 30, 2006

I only knew Eloy a short time but he was a good friend to talk to over coffee at MacDonald's.

Portillos Family

August 30, 2006

Flore & Irene,

You are in our hearts and prayers. So very sorry about the loss of Eloy. He will be missed. We love you guys and if you need anything let us know.

Scott Ortman

August 29, 2006

Dear Flora,



On behalf of the Nights of Columbus and Holy Family Council 4636 I wish to extend to you our deepest sympathy in this sad time. We are only in this world for a short time before starting our journey with the Lord. Take reverence in knowing that Eloy lived his life well and cared for others in all the volunteer work he did for the Knights. He will be greatly missed by all. Do not hesitate to contact any Knight of Columbus if you should need anything.



Respectfully

Scott J. Ortman

Financial Secretary

Holy Family Council 4636

(719) 382-5570

Dora Aragon

August 29, 2006

Tia: Flora and Irene

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Andy called us and let us know of Tio's passing.

Eva Aragon

August 29, 2006

Dear Flora & Irene,


So sorry to hear about your loss.


Eloy was a very dear cousin. Wish


we could have visited more often.


My Love and Prayers are with you.


Your Prima, Eva

Charles & Bo Mattix

August 29, 2006

With deep regret the Mattix family mourns the passing of a great friend and best of neighbors.


Charles, Bo and Carla Mattix

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