Corina V. Martinez

November 20th, 1929 - April 8th, 2022

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Corina V. Martinez - 92; Born November 20, 1929 to Victoriano and Eulalia Valdez from Velarde, NM passed away peacefully on Friday April 8, 2022 at her home in Velarde surrounded by her loving family. Corina was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Emilio A. Martinez, parents Victoriano and Eulalia, brothers Jay, Richard and Donald Valdez, son-in-laws David Naranjo and Felix Garcia and granddaughter Judith Naranjo.

Mrs. Martinez leaves behind 8 children; Diolinda Naranjo (David), Sandra Martinez (Michael), Virginia Martinez, Nora Garcia (Felix), Deborah Stevens (Walter), Rick Martinez, Denise Martinez (Chris Chavez) and Robert Martinez (Renee), as well as 13 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren. Corina is also survived by her brother Joe Valdez (Rachel) and sisters Vicky Jaramillo (Manuel) and Eliza Miera (Bobby), along with numerous extended family and friends.

Corina worked for many years as a nurse's aide at the Espanola Hospital. She also served as Postal Clerk alongside her husband Emilio, who was the Postmaster in Velarde, for the United States Postal Service. She was a loving mother and homemaker with a deep devotion to serving the Lord.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30am on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at the Rivera Family Funeral Home in Espanola, New Mexico. Interment will follow at the Velarde Apostolic Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be David Naranjo Jr., Donna Martinez, Joseph Garcia, Keith Garcia, Rachel Stevens, Francisco Chavez, Megan Osmus and Emilio F. Martinez.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Loryn Naranjo, Michael Martinez Jr., Ann Stevens, Elizabeth Stevens and Camilo Martinez.

The Martinez family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of Presbyterian Northern New Mexico Hospice and to the many family and friends for all the loving support and prayers.

The family of Corina has entrusted the gentle care of their loved one to Rivera Family Funeral Home of Espanola. We invite you to post a condolence, a thoughtful message, a photograph or share a memory for the family to read on the guestbook at www.riverafuneralhome.com

Tributes

Lorraine Abeyta

My heartfelt condolences to Sandra, Dolly and all of Mrs. Martinez's family. I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a kind and caring person. I remember how welcome she made me feel when Sandra and I were best friends in high school. Years later we attended the same church and she was always so happy to see me and always greeted me with a beautiful smile and a warm hug. May our Dear Lord wrap His arms around you and comfort you during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May your precious mother rest in peace.

Published April 27th, 2022

Joanie Losacco

I extend my heartfelt condolences for the loss of Corina Martinez. While I did not know her, I do know her daughter Deborah Stevens. I know Mrs. Martinez was a wonderful, loving Mother who raised a beautiful woman in Deborah, who is also my dear friend. Deborah and I worked together and have been friends for more than 30 years and I know the values her mother instilled in her - the love of family, life and God. I know the Martinez family will miss her, but she has left behind a legacy of love in each of you. May the memories of a life well lived be an inspiration to each of you every day.

Published April 21st, 2022

Press Garcia

To the Family, We are saddened for your loss With deep sympathy from your friends,at this time of Sadness, Pres. &. Maria Garcia. ♥️

Published April 19th, 2022

Annabella And Bobby Fresquez

We are so sorry for the loss of your mama. She and her dad drove me to the hospital the night I had Francine! Mom and dad were in Albuquerque and Bob was working down south. It was a cold December night but as the good neighbors they were, they were there to my rescue!

Published April 22nd, 2022