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Richard J. Martinez

3/26/1946 - 10/18/2013

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Obituary For Richard J. Martinez

Norfolk, VA

Richard "Mex" Martinez, 67, died Friday October 18, in Norfolk, VA.

He was born to the late Ben and Henrietta Martinez, March 26, 1946, in Denver, Colorado. He served in the United States Navy from 1967 to 1973. Following the Navy, he was a drywall hanger and carpenter by trade. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, traveling, and spending time with loved ones.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Norman Martinez, and a son, Richard Martinez, Jr. (Little Ricky).

He is survived by two brothers, Bernie Martinez of Denver, CO and David "Clown" Martinez of Norfolk, a sister, Kathleen Clenin and husband Dennis, of Denver, a daughter, Debbie Martinez de la Cruz and husband Roberto, of Madison, NC, two sons, Demphis Ford of Norfolk and Glen Martinez of Colorado, three grandchildren, April Martinez, Roberto Martinez de la Cruz and Nelinda Rose de la Cruz, a great grandchild, several nieces and nephews, and many special friends and loved ones across the U.S.

A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday October 26 at 4pm at the Blarney Stone Pub, 172 S Plaza Trail in Virginia Beach.

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  • 04/08/2021

    GINNY & SAMMY

    WELL MEX, TIME IS STILL TICKING ON FOR US. WE HAVE BEEN BUYING FENCE MATERIAL, AND WHILE I HAVE BEEN AT WORK SAMMY IS BUSY PUTTING UP THE BARRIER. WISH YOU WERE HERE LIKE OUR LAST FENCE ON TREE CHOP. WE LOVE YOU, LIGHT UP THE FIRE AND KEEP WARM, GINNY & SAMMY.

  • 04/08/2021

    GINNY & SAMMY

    HI MEX, HARD TO ACCEPT ANOTHER YEAR WITHOUT YOU COMING BY AND SHARING LIFES FUNNY MOMENTS! WE MISS YOU, THINK OF US NOW AND THEN OK? LOVE, GINNY & SAMMY, DOODLES, TURTLE WURTLE, AND OUR NEW ADDITION BELLA, A RESCUE DOG.

  • 04/08/2021

    Kevin Lawson

    Mex was a great man who was truly loved by many! His daughter, Debbie, is one of my best friends. In college, we would make trips up to Norfolk to visit Mex, and he always made all of us feel welcome in his home, and made sure we were having a great time! Although I didn't know him as well as I may have liked, I knew him well enough to know the kind of impact he is leaving on people's lives. Prayers to all of his family and friends!

  • 04/08/2021

    Betty Jackson

    Mex will surely be missed by all who knew him and he never met a stranger. Rest in peace my forever friend.

  • 04/08/2021

    Curt & Jane White

    We will miss him and our prayers go out to all his family.

  • 04/08/2021

    flip atkinson

    Mex was a great person and a true friend. I knew him for 32 years and considered him my best friend for most of that time. I will always treasure the times I spent with him, whether traveling, partying or just hanging out. He was always there with a smile or laugh when needed. He will be dearly missed. May he rest in peace and hopefully we will meet again someday. I love you Mexican. may

  • 04/08/2021

    GINNY & SAMMY

    Dear Mex, we will always and forever treasure our times with you. You have always been a joy to be around, with your hearty laugh, and big smile. We will meet again Dear Friend. Rest in Peace, and we love you. Please save us a seat around your warm campfire, Love always, Ginny and Sammy

  • 04/08/2021

    Linda. Locklear

    Fondest memories of you, Mex. my heart goes out to Demphis and your daughter. You were a wonderful person and I know you loved them with all your heart. Linda

  • 04/08/2021

    rick snyder

    RIP My friend

  • 04/08/2021

    Beverly Losey

    My heart goes out to Debbie, Bernie, and Clown, and their families. Mex was truly a Dear Friend of mine. Thanks for all the fun times, and rides. Some day I hope to see you out of my zip code. Love, Loosey Juicy. (Beverly)

  • 04/08/2021

    Beverley DeHaven

    Mex was a special person . He was a wonderful friend and he really LOVED his children .I will always remember him and his wonderful sence of humor . I visited him almost every night .I thank God for the special time we had .I am so sorry I missed his service somebody (Chuck) was supposed to let me know when it was to be held and where.I was there for Mex when it counted,I brought him what he wanted to eat or drink ,I rubbed his feet every time I visited.He knew I cared without me saying a word.

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