In Memory Of
Ernest T. Martinez
1939
2022
Ernest T. Martinez
October 10, 1939 — March 20, 2022
On Sunday March 20th, 2022, Ernest Thomas Martinez passed away with his wife Sandy, the love of his life, by his side.
Ernest was born on October 10, 1939 in Denver, CO. He is preceded in death by his parents, Crystella and Eufemio Martinez and sister Roseanne. He is survived by his wife Sandy, children, Lloyd (Susie), Kevin (Annette), grandchildren, Michael, Nicole, Justin, Jacob and Payton, sisters, Edna and Francis and brothers, Gilbert, Dean and Dwayne and step children Stanci (Tavis) Hagans and Shelley McBride, and many nieces and nephews.
Ernie, known by his friends as Chema, grew up in San Juan, CO. He graduated from Primero High School, where he was a multi-sport athlete and Class President. After high school, he served our great country for four years in the Army Reserves. He was an entrepreneur in the construction industry and played the trumpet and sang in a band called, "The Euphorics." He loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman, hunter and gardener. He took pride in his gardens, growing award winning roses and dahlias. One of his greatest achievements was being a friend to Bill W. for 55 years and sponsoring and mentoring numerous people in the organization. He touched the hearts of everyone he met and had an uncanny ability to make them feel as if they were a part of his family.
He met his soulmate Sandy in 1992 and spent the remainder of his life with her, in everlasting love.
Ernie will be laid to rest on April 12, 2022 at Fort Logan National Cemetery with military honors. Services will be held at Newcomer West Metro Chapel, 901 So, Sheridan Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80226, at 11:30 A. M.
Burial to follow at 1:15 P.M. at Fort Logan, Shelter "C"
In lieu of flowers you may make donations to the 1311 York Street Club Inc., Denver, CO 80206
Venmo: @York-St-1311 If an additional number is required enter 1145.
To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please click on the "Share Memories" button above.
Ernest Thomas Martinez service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Click here to view the service.
Ernest was born on October 10, 1939 in Denver, CO. He is preceded in death by his parents, Crystella and Eufemio Martinez and sister Roseanne. He is survived by his wife Sandy, children, Lloyd (Susie), Kevin (Annette), grandchildren, Michael, Nicole, Justin, Jacob and Payton, sisters, Edna and Francis and brothers, Gilbert, Dean and Dwayne and step children Stanci (Tavis) Hagans and Shelley McBride, and many nieces and nephews.
Ernie, known by his friends as Chema, grew up in San Juan, CO. He graduated from Primero High School, where he was a multi-sport athlete and Class President. After high school, he served our great country for four years in the Army Reserves. He was an entrepreneur in the construction industry and played the trumpet and sang in a band called, "The Euphorics." He loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman, hunter and gardener. He took pride in his gardens, growing award winning roses and dahlias. One of his greatest achievements was being a friend to Bill W. for 55 years and sponsoring and mentoring numerous people in the organization. He touched the hearts of everyone he met and had an uncanny ability to make them feel as if they were a part of his family.
He met his soulmate Sandy in 1992 and spent the remainder of his life with her, in everlasting love.
Ernie will be laid to rest on April 12, 2022 at Fort Logan National Cemetery with military honors. Services will be held at Newcomer West Metro Chapel, 901 So, Sheridan Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80226, at 11:30 A. M.
Burial to follow at 1:15 P.M. at Fort Logan, Shelter "C"
In lieu of flowers you may make donations to the 1311 York Street Club Inc., Denver, CO 80206
Venmo: @York-St-1311 If an additional number is required enter 1145.
To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please click on the "Share Memories" button above.
Ernest Thomas Martinez service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Click here to view the service.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Ernest T. Martinez, please visit our flower store.
Service Schedule
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Visitation
Tuesday, April 12, 2022
11:00 - 11:30 am (Mountain time)
Newcomer - West Metro Chapel
Service
Tuesday, April 12, 2022
Starts at 11:30 am (Mountain time)
Newcomer - West Metro Chapel
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