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Henry Martinez, Sr.

Henry Martinez, Sr.

April 12th, 1942 - February 14th, 2018

"Fly with the Angels"

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Henry Martinez, Sr., age 75 of Chimayo, NM passed away on Ash Wednesday, February 14, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.

Henry was born in Gilman, Colorado to Marcos Martinez and Eufemia Lovato. When he was a young child, the Martinez family moved to Chimayo, NM. He married Loretta Martinez on March 3,1962.

Henry is survived by his wife, Loretta, a son, Henry Martinez, Jr. (Marcia), daughters, Lynn Martinez, Pam Peperas (Anthony), Julie Serrano,and son Matthew Martinez (Janice). Also survived by his sister, Rosie Montoya (Leo). Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his brothers Mike Martinez (Teresina), Frank Martinez (Bennie), Marcos Martinez, and by his sister Mary Padilla.

Henry retired from the Los Alamos County after 25 years of service. He also took after his father Marcos and was a skilled carpenter.

Henry loved the outdoors and spent lots of time camping with his family. He loved hunting with his sons Henry Jr. and Matthew and was always going fishing with Matthew. He often went hunting with his daughter Pam and his son in law, Anthony.

Henry was a talented musician and began singing at the early age of 5. He played with many musical groups throughout the years and in 1990 formed his final musical group with his two sons Henry Jr. and Matthew, Perfeccion de Chimayo.

Henry loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Serving as Pallbearers are: Henry Martinez III, Paul Rodriguez, Anthony Peperas, Joey Garcia, Lucas Martinez and Matthew Martinez Jr.

Services will take place this Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Holy Family Catholic Church, Chimayo, NM with a Rosary being prayed at 9:30 followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM. Burial will take place at the Potrero Cemetery immediately after the Mass.

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Name Henry Martinez, Sr.
Date of Birth April 12th, 1942
Date of Death February 14th, 2018
Favourite Saying "Don't worry."
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Address 305 Calle Salazar
Española NM 87532
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Marcie Coronado, Medanales published a tribute .

A beautiful funeral indeed. I wasn't able to give primo Henry's kids a hug. My dearest condolences to the whole family.. Amazingly gone on valentine's day. Sharing corazones with all of you, I'm sure. And also ash wednesday, reminding us all that we will see him soon enough.. .May you all find Peace in knowing Primo Henry is in GOD'S ETERNAL LOVE..

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Loyola Montoya published a tribute .

Rest in Peace dear Primo Henry. Prayers to our family for sad loss of a beautiful person.
Prayers & love to the imidiate family. OUR LOVE & PRAYERS. God Bless you.
ALWAYS .
Love RITA & Loyola
(Your Primas)

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Ralph And Carlotta Martinez published a tribute .

Our deepest sympathy to the Martinez family. He was a great musician and any time we saw him, we were always greeted with a big smile. A good man. He will be missed. He is playing his music in heaven now and I'm sure God is smiling and enjoying it. God bless you all.

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Jenny Vigil published a tribute .

Martinez Family, I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all.

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Walter Maestas Hernandez/albuquerque published a tribute .

My condolences to the family and prayers.
Henry is now at peace serving in the house of the Lord rejoicing.

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Tu Dao published a tribute .

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. From the little time that I have had the pleasure of interacting with everyone, I can tell that Mr. Martinez was truly loved. I know he's in a better place now! May God continue to shine His light on your family!

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Cecilia Garcia published a tribute .

Dear Julie & family,
May our Lord bless and comfort you during this time of grief. Please accept our sincere condolences. Love, Cecilia, John & Dylan Garcia

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Theresa published a tribute .

To the Martinez family: my heartfelt condolences to all of you. May the spirit of God be with you all. Henry will be missed by many and loved by all. His talents of music will be cherished because he was one of a kind...May he rest in the arms of our loving God, watch all over his family from heaven and bring smiles to all who miss him, and wipe away the tears of pain. May God bless you all and may you find comfort knowing that Henry is in Heaven with God and many angels that are watching over his family.

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Carlos & Theresa published a tribute .

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Martinez Family for the loss of Henry, Sr. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. We'll always remember Mr. Henry's energy and happiness (smiling) when performing...playing his guitar, Carlos C. & Theresa V., Montezuma, NM

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Peggy Suazo Romero published a tribute .

Que en paz descanse y que Dios lo tenga en su Gloria.
A grave loss to all who knew him.
Our deepest condolences to la familia Martinez. From Put a Smile on a Child's Face, Peggy y Roberto

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Rosina Martinez published a tribute .

Loretta and Family:
My condolences on the death of Henry. May his soul rest in peace and may all those happy memories bring you comfort of all the times I would see you both together and so happy.

Rosina Martinez
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Daisy N Randy Martinez published a tribute .

Mathew I'm so sorry about your dad he was an amazing person and the best musican. My condolence for all your family your mom, brother and sisters. Prayers sent your way..

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Richard F. Pena published a tribute .

To the Martinez family, my condolences for your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting Henry and the band at the Cities of Gold at a wedding dance. Matthew and Henry invited my wife and I in and dance, we visited for quit a while, I will never forget Henry, and Matthew for being so friendly and to allowing my wife to enjoy their music.To the Martinez family our prayers are with you during this time of sorrow and for ever

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Marty Martinez published a tribute .

Mrs. Martinez, Henry, Matthew, Lyn Pam and Julie I am so sorry for the loss of your Husband, and Dad. May GOD Welcome Henry into his Kingdom. Henry May You Rest In Peace. I Pray the GOD Will guild you all during this hard time.
Marty Y Familia

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Larry Ulibarri published a comment .

To the Mrs Henry Martinez and all your children and grandchildren thru your loss .May the perpetual light shine on your awesome husband ,father and grandpa always. May god bless you and help you thru this hard time may you always have Gods music in your heart which Henry loved and sang .Larry and Christie Ulibarri

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Debbi Covey-Shrum published a tribute .

Loretta and family, so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

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Marty Martinez published a tribute .

Mrs. Martinez, Henry Jr, Matthew, Lyn. Pam, and Julie I am so sorry for the loss of you Husband, and dad May GOD Welcome Henry into his almighty Kingdom.
Marty Y Familia

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Lucille Ortiz And Family published a comment .

We are so sorry about Henry may he rest in peace

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Linda M. Romero published a tribute .

My deepest condolences to the family . Henry will be greatly missed. Love his music and love him very much also. Rest in Peace primo. Love and prayers from your primita Linda

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Noel & Gloria Trujillo, Nelson & Alyssa Romero & Family published a tribute .

Dear Martinez Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Manuel ,yolanda & Family published a tribute .

Loretta, Lynn & Martinez Family,
We're so sorry to hear of the loss of such a beautiful respectful person who touched so many lives in our community he will be missed. Our Heart, thoughts & prayers are with you all, may his soul rest in peace. Manny, Yolanda & Family

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Frank Dominguez published a tribute .

May Henry Sr. Rest in Peace. He was a Legend and an Icon right up there with Al Hurricane Sr. May God grant Him Eternal Rest. And, May the Good Lord watch over the Martinez Family in this Time of Mourning. All Our Hearts are with Henry and the Martinez Family. Rest in Peace, Henry. You have your Wings. I hope you watch over All who Knew You. God Bless You. Pancho and Lucy.

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Bita Bustos published a tribute .

My sincere and deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved husband and father he will be missed by everyone who knew and loved him, our prayers are with you, stay strong cousin love Bita and family

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Sider & Carole Esquibel published a tribute .

Our Hearts and Prayers go out to the Martinez family for the loss of their beloved, Henry Martinez. Henry was one of the nicest and most humble person I ever met and had the pleasure of working with. He will always be missed and remembered as one of the greatest musicians ever. Rest in Peace Henry. May God Bless and give strength to the family.

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Bita Bustos published a tribute .

MY SINCERE AND DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU MY COUSIN, AND YOUR FAMILY ON THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED HUSBAND AND FATHER,HE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE WHO KNEW AND LOVED HIM, OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, STAY STRONG BITA AND FAMILY

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Bita Bustos published a tribute .

MY SINCERE AND DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU MY COUSIN, AND YOUR FAMILY ON THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED HUSBAND AND FATHER, HE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE WHO KNEW AND LOVED HIM, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ,STAY STRONG BITA AND FAMILY

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Chris Martinez & Monica Ortiz published a tribute .

Matthew & Martinez's family. Our condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May he rest in peace and May God Bless.

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Theresa And Dennis Naranjo published a tribute .

Our deepest condolences to the Martinez family.
May God give you strength during this difficult time.

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Rosina Ortiz published a tribute .

May God Bless you all during this time of sorrow, May Henry rest in peace as he was a kind and caring person. Our thoughts and prayer are with you all God bless you all.

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Barbara And Jimmy Vigil published a tribute .

May God bless you all during these very hard times. I will always remember getting to know Henry during the Europe trip, it was a good time. We will never forget all the beautiful music Henry made. Please know that the Lord will provide all the love and strength you will need and you need only look to him for your needs. God Bless You!

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Mr And Mrs. Nelson Edmonds published a tribute .

To The Martinez family please accept our most heartfelt condolences on the Death of Henry. May he now find rest in the loving arms of our dear lord and savior.

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Ernesto & Mary Martinez published a tribute .

Our condolences to all of the family. Prayers to all of you. God Bless You.

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Christina Sánchez published a tribute .

My sincere condolences to the family. My heart is broken, Henry was an amazing man with a great love for music and an awesome voice. I am very blessed to have met him and to have spent time with him.

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Mr. & Mrs. Monick Martinez And Girls published a tribute .

Mathew and Martinez Family. Our condolences to all of you on the loss of your father, husband, grandpa and great grandpa. May God help you all during this very hard time. Trust in the Lord and may Henry Sr. rest in everlasting peace.

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Lugo Family published a tribute .

Our condolences to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. May he Rest in Peace.

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Andrew & Veronica Peralta published a tribute .

Our deepest condolences to Aunt Loretta and our cousins. Uncle Henry will be greatly missed but will forever be in our hearts. May the Lord surround you with his love, peace and comfort. We love you.

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Steven, Meredith,derrick, & Ruby Knight published a tribute .

Loretta, Matthew, Henry, and Julie our sincere condolences go out to you and the whole Martinez family, Henry Sr. was a wonderful man to everyone. May he rest in peace, and may God Bless all of you during this difficult time.

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Marlene Montoya published a tribute .

My condolences go out to the Martinez family..I will always remember our trip to Europe and meeting up with him on his walk to the post office. May he RIP..

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Carmen published a tribute .

Loretta and Martinez Family, our deepest condolences on the death of Henry. Our prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace Henry. Carmen Chavez & Family

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Barbara Lujan published a tribute .

My deepest condolences to the Martinez family. I am so sorry that I will not be with you on Saturday. My prayers are with all of you. God Bless you all today and always.

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Angela Martinez published a tribute .

Our sincere condolences to the Martinez family. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Abel and Susie Martinez and family

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Antonio & Lourdes Atencio published a tribute .

Our deepest condolences to The Martinez Family. We were saddened to hear the news. Henry will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all. I have many fond memories growing up with him and playing our guitars. Primo, Rest In Peace

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Lucille Ortiz published a tribute .

I am so sorry about Henry passing may the dear Lord bless his family rip

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Louis Sanchez & Family published a tribute .

On behalf of Louis Sanchez and Family, we offer you our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. May God bless you and console you. Praying for you

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Ralph & Julie Martinez published a tribute .

Our Sincere Condolences go out to the Martinez family . Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all. May Mr. Henry Martinez, Sr. Rest in Peace.

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Joe Romero published a tribute .

My condolences to all the Martinez Family,my thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Andrew Salazar published a tribute .

To Martinez Family: I Am Sorry For Your Loss. My Prayers And Condolences Go Out To All The Martinez Family. May Henry Martinez Sr. Rest In Peace.

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Senator Richard Martinez published a tribute .

I am so sorry to hear that your dad passed away! My condolences to the entire family and may he rest in peace! God bless the family in these difficult times.

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The Atencio's published a tribute .

The Martinez Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. May God provide comfort, guidance, and strength during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Emilio, Shirley, Donovan, Devin, & Landon Atencio

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Tebols Casados published a tribute .

With heartfelt sympathy, so sorry for your loss. May God hold you all in his loving arms and give you comfort as you mourn. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. --Tebols Casados & Family

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Tebols Casados published a tribute .

With heartfelt sympathy, I'm so sorry for your loss. May God hold you all in his loving arms and give you comfort as you mourn. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. --Tebols Casados & Family

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Manny & Elaine Chavez published a tribute .

Our deepest condolence to the Martinez Family. Henry was a "true" music lover. As kids, I remember as if it was just yesterday when Henry would take his guitar to school (Chimayo Public) and we'd sing to the other students. He never stopped performing. We will miss him so. Manny & Elaine Chavez

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L C Padilla published a tribute .

Our condolences to the Martinez Family and our prayers with Henry Martinez Sr May he rest in peace and May God Bless you the Martinez Family

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Carolynn Trujillo published a tribute .

Julie, Matthew, n Family. We are so, so sorry for your loss. Loosing a loved one is hard. But loosing a parent is even harder.. Please know you are All in our prayers. May our Dear Lord Be with you all, during this difficult time..
"Rest In Peace Henry" May your music keep you close to your Family and your Loved ones..

Marvin & Carolynn Trujillo

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Lisa published a tribute .

Janice, Mathew & Family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you. May God give you comfort during this difficult time.
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Jonathan Eli Jaramillo published a tribute .

My Deepest Condolences to the Family of Henry Martinez Sr. (Perfeccion) Chimayo's Icon. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this painful time. Loretta, Henry Jr., Lynn, Pamela, and Julie may God give you the strength and comfort you need at this time. Mr. Martinez Rest In Peace.

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Rosemary Vigil published a tribute .

My deepest condolences on your loss. Northern New Mexico has lost a great musician, vocalist, and friend. What a blessing for his passing to occur on Ash Wednesday and Valentine's Day. RIP mi amigo

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