Joseph Martinez Obituary

Joseph H. Martinez of Pagosa Springs, lovingly known as Joe and Jody, passed away on March 13, 2018 surrounded by his wife (Barbara Martinez), his children (Ryan, Daniel, Joetta [Osborn], and Michael Martinez), and extended family.

He was a well-known and loved coach and volunteer in the wrestling community.

A rosary will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2018. A eulogy and mass service will be held at John Paul II at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 17, 2018, immediately followed by a burial service at Hilltop Cemetery and lunch at the Parish Hall, all services will be held in Pagosa Springs.

A full obituary will follow in next week's paper.

Published by The Durango Herald on Mar. 14, 2018.
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