Jose Onesimo Martinez Jr.
October 7, 1925 - December 15, 2010
Jose Onesimo Martinez Jr.
Jose Onesimo Martinez Jr., 85, of Salt Lake City passed away December 15th, 2010. Dad was born October 7th, 1925 in Los Brazos, New Mexico to Jose Onesimo Martinez Sr. and Genoveva Luna Martinez.
He served honorably during World War II in the European theater as a combat infantryman. Married Arabella Valdez in 1948 in Trujillo, Colorado, later divorced. Dad was a multifaceted craftsman, yet his talent was in welding, which he worked for many years. He spent his later life in the mountains and deserts of Utah.
Survived by daughter Sarah Howard; sons Joseph Samuel Martinez, Michael (Ann) Martinez; 8 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter Maryann; sisters Soledad Martinez and Delfina Gurule.
Friends may call upon the family for a viewing on Sunday, December 19th from 6 to 8 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, December 20th at 11:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 400 South 1000 West, Salt Lake City. Interment to follow at Utah Veteran’s Memorial Park, 17111 S. Camp Willliams Rd., Bluffdale.
In lieu of flowers “Dé a sus hijos un abrazo”.
Padre, vaya con Dios.
In Loving Memory
May Onesimo rest in peace now with Tita and Grampo and his sisters. He lived his life his way all the way to his passing. He had the BEST children he could ever wish for. May you all be comforted knowing you took the best care of your dad at least as much as he would allow you to. I know for a fact he loved you all with all of his heart. God Bless you my hita and hitos, I love you with all of my heart!! sorry I couldnt be there but you all know that my heart is with you for sure!! Love you and God Bless you!! Trinney and Frank.
Trinney and Frank Barela
Rio Rancho, NM
God's Blessings,to you his children May he rest in peace, he was a nephew to my grand parents Francisco & Margarita Martinez Our Sympathy to you his children.
Medardo & Clorinda Martinez Sanchez
P.O.Box 96 Los Ojos,New Mex(Brazos), N.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences at the passing of your father. May our Father In Heaven bless you all with comfort and found remembrances as you all think of him today and always.
Delfin & Sylvia Mercure
Los Brazos N.M., nan
Our visit with Onesimo and Mike were the highlights of our trip out west last year.Our last meeting with Onesimo was in 1952.Our sincere condolences to his. It was very nice to meet Mike andget a little background on Onesimos life.
Horacio & Ilse Esquibel
Enterprise, Al
Sincerest condolences on the loss of your father. We enjoyed our visit with him last year. We share in the loss of one of our family tree. May he rest in piece. Our love and prayers. Terry and Ramona Ortiz.
Ramona and Terry ortiz
Las Cruces, NM
We were so sorry to hear about your dad. We will make sure and say a rosary for him at church tomorrow. Love you lots and God Bless
Jennifer, Mike, Henry, Charlie, & Maggie King
Rio Rancho, NM
Mike, Sam, and Sadie May your father rest in peace. Accept our heartfelt condolences at this time. Our love and prayers are with you and your families. Love Larry and Mary Hart and family.
Larry and Mary Hart
Nashville, TN
My father just passed on Dec 9. I'm sure if he were alive he would send his condolences. May God Bless you and your family. May Onesimo rest in peace.
Juanita Martinez
Alamogordo, NM
We are sorry to hear about Junior's passing. I grew up with him in Los Brazos and thought about him often. May you find peace in the Lord during this time. May God Bless Your family!!!!
Eloisa Abeyta & Family
Los Ojos, NM
Mike and Family: We are so sorry for your loss. We are all thinking of you. Pharmacy Staff VA Hospital
Kristine dAWSON
Salt Lake City, UT
Sarah and Family, I came into work late because of a State meeting, and heard about your sweet father. I am so sorry for all of you and would of for sure been ther in person to show my sympathy. Just remember all the good memories you have ( and Sarah you have told us some of your childhood.) If there is any thing I can do please let me know. You are all in my prayers. Alyce Miller Salt Lake City, Utah
ALYCE MILLER
Salt Lake City,, Ut