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James Martinez Obituary
After graduating from St. Joseph High School in 1966, he relocated to Alamosa and attended Adams State College receiving a bachelor's degree in education. He married Sharon (Iverson) in 1971. He began his career with the Department of Human Services in 1978 retiring with 33 years of service.
James enjoyed fishing, camping, music of the Beach Boys, and was an avid Broncos fan. He volunteered with his church and enjoyed time with family and friends. He was kind, had a servants heart, and found joy in assisting and bringing smiles to others.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Sharon Martinez and daughter Mandi. Also surviving James are his siblings, Regina Shelton, Denver, Cynthia Martinez, Long Beach, CA, Dennis Martinez, Denver, Kathy (Rudy) Archuleta, Alamosa, Tammy (Steve) Rael, Thornton, many nieces, nephews and countless friends.
He is preceded in death by his son Anthony James, mother Sophie and father Tony.
A memorial service will be held at Divine Redeemer Church 927 N Logan Avenue in Colorado Springs on Thursday, December 26 at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Scleroderma Foundation or Divine Redeemer Catholic School Athletic Equipment Fund.
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Kathye Pebley
December 18, 2020
I will never forget James, as he will always hold a special place in my heart. He was such a kind and caring individual who always worked diligently to make sure that his work was done well and his family was taken care of. It was a blessing to have known and worked with James.
January 21, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Jimmy was a great man with a big heart. He will be remembered and missed.
Kathye Pebley
George and Peggy Sisneros
January 12, 2014
We just heard today about Jim's passing. Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to Sharon, Mandy and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Teresa Favero Stokes
December 27, 2013
Sharon & Mandi
I am writing to express my sadness at the passing of Jimmy. Monti is my brother and I had the privilege of re-connecting with Jimmy in the past month at my brothers request. He was so wonderful on the telephone despite his illness and expressed thoughtful concern for his lifelong friend Monti. As children, they were inseparable. We lived around the corner from each other, went to school and played together for years. May you all find peace in our Lord's loving arms as you walk through the loss of your Jimmy.
Our prayers will continue to be with all of you as I told Jimmy we would be praying for him.
Lovingly
Teresa Favero Stokes
December 25, 2013
our condolence to Sharon and mandy and Martines family . Fidel and Judy Maestas & Family
December 24, 2013
Our hearts go out to Sharon and the Martinez Family. Fred & Carolyn
Al Cordova
December 24, 2013
I was glad to have called "Jimmy" my friend while we both attended Adams State College (University) during the late 1960's. I considered him to have been honest, sincere and quite generous. He was an avid sports fan and as we lost touch with each other I would occasionally see him at local sports events. We were always glad to meet and greet each other and reminisce about old time and mutual acquaintances. May he now rest in peace and may the perpetual light shine upon him eternally. My deepest condolences go out to his entire family.
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