Samuel (Sammy) Julian Martinez

SAMUEL J. MARTINEZ
(SAMMY)

OGDEN - Sam Martinez passed away at his home December 10, 2006 from cancer with his loving wife by his side.

He was born in Del Norte, CO on Sept. 7th 1929, the son of Julian and Anita (Ana) Martinez. Sam was orphaned at a young age and was raised by his sister Carrie (Dave) Ruibal. Sam was reared and educated in Del Norte, CO. He later attended Weber State. He volunteered for the U.S. Army and served many assignments during the Korean War, where he was the recipient of the Korean Service Medal with Three Bronze Stars, plus the United Nations Service Medal. Following his military service, Sam married Eleanor Gallegos and together they had four children, Eleanor passed away in 1995.

Sam worked as a civil service Quality Inspection Supervisor at the Defense Depot Ogden, where he retired in 1987.

Sammy met and married his "blue eyed soul mate" Lucille Susan Wilkinson on May 29th, 1997. Between the two of them, they had many, many close friends and family. Sam was full of life; he loved and cherished everyone that crossed his path. He was indeed a people pleaser with an amazing sense of humor, a heart full of kindness and caring. He was happiest when he and his wife Lucille were on the dance floor. He also had a passion for golf, camping, and just about anything else that had to do with the great outdoors.

Surviving, are his devoted wife Lu, children: Anthony (Marnee) Martinez, UT. Ronald Martinez, UT, Linda (Jon) Shrader, WA., Stephen Martinez, AZ. Step Children: Debra (Brent) Sorensen, WA. Jerry (Michelle) Wilkinson, UT. Mary (Wayne) Everley, UT. Tracy (Robin) Wilkinson, UT. James Wilkinson UT. Kristi Wilkinson VA. five grandchildren, 15 step grandchildren and many great grandchildren. One brother, David (Sara) Martinez, CO.; one sister Annabelle Maef.

Sam was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Eleanor, and three sisters.

At Sam's request he will "dance" into his new journey prior to his cremation at Myers Ogden Mortuary. A memorial celebration of Sam's life will be held at a later date by his caring family members.

WHISPERS FROM HEAVEN
When I left this world without you
I know it made you blue.
Your tears fell so freely.
I watched; I know this is true.

While you were weeping,
Days after I passed away-
While all was silent within me,
I saw you kneel to pray.

From this wonderful place called heaven
Where all my pain is gone,
I send a gentle breeze to whisper,
"My loved ones, please go on"

The peace that I have found here
Goes far beyond compare
No rain, no clouds, no suffering-
Just LOVE from everywhere.

You need not be troubled
Just stay close to GOD in prayer
Someday we'll be reunited
My love, HIS love surrounds you always,
EVERYWHERE!
by Al Littleton and Brenda Smith
CemeteryMyers Evergreen Memorial Park
100 Monroe Blvd.
Ogden, UT 84404
December 16, 2006
1:00 PM
Military HonorsMilitary Services

, UT
December 16, 2006
1:00 PM