Mary Lucy Martinez
July 16, 1923 - May 2, 2015
Mary L. Martinez, 91, passed away on May 2, 2015 at St. Joseph Villa in Salt Lake City, Utah.
She was born to Daniel and Maria (Eulogia) Archuletta Martinez on July 16, 1923 in Saguache, Colorado, the youngest of seven children. She grew up in Salida, Colorado. Mary Moved to Ogden, Utah and married Melicendro Martinez April 23, 1944, who preceded her in death in 1982.
She was a long time resident of Ogden and was an active member of St. Joseph Church. She was also a member of Promoters of the Sacred Heart, Catholic Women’s organizations and a sponsor for two people in the RCIA. She was a Eucharist Minister for seven years. She served communion to patients in the hospital for 17 years. She retired from
Civil Service at Hill Air Force Base after 32 years of service.
She was an avid fan of the Utah Jazz and loved going to movies. Mary is survived by her children, Kathy (Kevin) Hammar, Albuquerque,
New Mexico; Mel (Denise), San Antonio, Texas; Joy, Valencia, California; Kenny (Karen), Salt Lake City, Utah and seven grandchildren, one step- grandchild, and two great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, and one sister.
A special thank you to the many people at St. Joseph Villa who provided care over the past two years, and South Davis Hospice for their kind and professional service.
A funeral mass with be celebrated at St. Joseph Villa, 451 East Bishop Federal Lane, Salt Lake City on Saturday May 9th at 11:30 am with a celebration of her life following at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City from 1:00-3:00 pm. Interment will be at Washington Heights Memorial Park, Ogden, Utah
Contributions may be made in Mary’s name to the Humane Society of Utah.
In Loving Memory
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to Aunt Lucy's family. Our best to all from the East Coast Cousins!! Corey, Maggie, Michael and Matthew Levasseur
Corey Levasseur
Andover, CT
The Otero family wishes the Family of Lucy their heartfelt condolences and sympathies. May your hearts heal quickly. Cousins Pat, Victor, Jesse, Jeanine & Jolene
Pat Otero
Los Lunas, NM
Our very heartfelt sympathies to all of Mary's children and their families. She certainly had a lot to be proud of and leaves quite a legacy with all of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren! She was a fine example of a strong Catholic woman; may she find peace from all her work on earth as "a good and faithful servant of the Lord". You will be missed, Mary.
Frank & Cindy DiRosa
San Antonio, Tx
My condolences to the family during this difficult time. I am truly sorry for your loss. Please find comfort and hope in God's promise found at Revelation 21:3,4.
r gray
nan, nan
What a glorious woman. She was my sponsor in RCIA and taught me SO much. She was very wise and generous in every way. She was a great example to me and completely sold me on the Catholic Church. I love her very much. She loved her children tremendously. 'When absent from the body, we are present with the Lord.' This world has lost a shining soul. Sharon & Neil Talbot
Sharon Johnston Talbot
Layton, UT
I want to offer my prayers for your families and hope that your memories help to soften your sorrows. She was a very special lady and loved by all her family which is wonderful. My best to all. David Bertagnolli
David Bertagnolli
Ogden, Ut