MARTINEZ, ADRIAN J. JR. Adrian J. Martinez Jr., devoted husband, father, and grandfather, left this world to be with Our Lord on March 24, 2014. He passed away peacefully at his home in Las Cruces, New Mexico surrounded by his family. Adrian was born on June 8, 1933 to Adrian Sr. and Leonor Martinez in Gallina, New Mexico. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ruth R. Martinez; and sons and daughters Jo Darlene Lucero, Valerie and Phil Sigala, Linda and Tommy Lucero, Annette Martinez, and Deb Moya. He will be missed by nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Surviving siblings include Dolores Montoya, Cordelia Arellano, John Martinez, and Lydia Maldonado. Adrian was preceded in death by his son Gary, his parents, and his brother Floyd Martinez. Adrian was a faculty member at New Mexico Military Institute for over 25 years, retiring in 1990 as Associate Dean. After retiring, he served as Educational Director for the Roswell Job Corps and Executive Director for the Roswell Hispano Chamber. Adrian served on the Roswell City Council and was a Constituent Representative for U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman. He enjoyed a lifetime of service to the Presbyterian Church, USA at the General Assembly, Synod, and Presbytery levels. Adrian was also involved in Hispanic Ministries and New Church Development. Adrian enjoyed writing, traveling, and playing golf. He loved the outdoors and was a voice for the underprivileged. His kindness and compassion for all people from all walks of life was unmatched. He will be remembered by his family as teacher, mentor, and role model. A memorial service for Adrian Martinez will be held at 2:00 on April 12, 2014 at Shepard of the Valley Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque.
MARTINEZ, ADRIAN J. JR. Adrian J. Martinez Jr., devoted husband, father, and grandfather, left this world to be with Our Lord on March 24, 2014. He passed away peacefully at his home in Las Cruces, New Mexico surrounded by his family. Adrian was born on June 8, 1933 to Adrian Sr. and Leonor Martinez in Gallina, New Mexico. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ruth R. Martinez; and sons and daughters Jo Darlene Lucero, Valerie and Phil Sigala, Linda and Tommy Lucero, Annette Martinez, and Deb Moya. He will be missed by nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Surviving siblings include Dolores Montoya, Cordelia Arellano, John Martinez, and Lydia Maldonado. Adrian was preceded in death by his son Gary, his parents, and his brother Floyd Martinez. Adrian was a faculty member at New Mexico Military Institute for over 25 years, retiring in 1990 as Associate Dean. After retiring, he served as Educational Director for the Roswell Job Corps and Executive Director for the Roswell Hispano Chamber. Adrian served on the Roswell City Council and was a Constituent Representative for U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman. He enjoyed a lifetime of service to the Presbyterian Church, USA at the General Assembly, Synod, and Presbytery levels. Adrian was also involved in Hispanic Ministries and New Church Development. Adrian enjoyed writing, traveling, and playing golf. He loved the outdoors and was a voice for the underprivileged. His kindness and compassion for all people from all walks of life was unmatched. He will be remembered by his family as teacher, mentor, and role model. A memorial service for Adrian Martinez will be held at 2:00 on April 12, 2014 at Shepard of the Valley Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque.