Freddie Montoya Martinez
May 31, 1925 - October 09, 2008
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Freddie Montoya Martinez
May 31, 1925 - October 09, 2008
Obituary
Martinez, Freddie Montoya ‘Nando’ 83, of San Juan Capistrano, passed away
peacefully in his home on 10-09-08 at midnight surrounded by his family.
Memorial Services: 10/15 7-9 pm Rosary/Viewing O’Connor Mortuary, Laguna
Hills, 10/16/08, 10:00 am, Mass Mission San Juan Capistrano, followed by Graveside Burial at Ascension Cemetery.
He was born on May 31, 1925. San Miguel, NM A WWII Navy Veteran he proudly served his country in the South Pacific on Submarines USS Otus AS20, USS Kenneth
Whiting AV-14 & USS Brayling SS-109. He was awarded a gold card for 65 years of service as an active union member as well as various officer positions, most recently Vice President of Cement Mason Local 500.
Dec. 12 he would have celebrated his 59th annual pilgrimage climbing the A mountain
in Las Cruces, N.M. with the Tigua Indians & family members from all over the country.
He is survived by his wife Alice, of 62 years children Jeannie, Sandy, Fred Jr. & Larry; Six Grandchildren: Azsha, Garrett, Darren, Trevor, Gabriel, Alanna, two great-great grandchildren; Ian & Zaiden. Sister Cecelia Wall, brother Frank, sister Ramona Loera predeceased, as well as several nieces, nephews & cousins.
Passionate about his family & faith, spiritual, caring, dedicated, loyal, kind, giving
always helping people. He had a great sense of humor & loved to share stories, always
knew how to fix things & make things right. An amazing man-the glue that kept the family together. We will miss him so.
13 responses to Freddie Montoya Martinez
jamie and rosa acosta says:
October 10, 2008
Tia and cousins we are truly sorrowful in our loss of tio, he will remain in our hearts for the rest of our lives. He and tia are such a true example of faith and we will miss him. We are sorry that we cannot attend the service since we are still here at Grand Cayman Islands.
Our thoughts and prayer are with you. we love you – Jamie and Rosa
SALLEY & TINO MARQUEZ says:
October 10, 2008
Just wanted you all to know that our hearts and prayers are with you. Tio was and will always be such a big part of our life. There are no words to describe the love we have for Tio ,Tia and all of you. He was our rock and showed us the meaning of love and faith, which is something we have been able to pass on to my daughters and they will continue to pass it to my grandkids so Tio will keep living through our lives. May Mama Mary and the Lord give you the strength to get through this hard time. Remember that our prayers are with you all. God bless you.
faustino says:
October 11, 2008
Tia very sorry for the lose of tio he will always be in my heart he was a great man and accomplished alot in life.But most of all showed us the love he had for the Virgin de Guadalupe it was alwayas a pleasure being around .Tia if you ever need anything i will be there for you . I love you very Tino
Keyna Standridge Salley & Tino's Daughter says:
October 14, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Tio will be dearly missed. He was an amazing person who showed so much Love for the Virgin Mary. He will always in our hearts.
Luisa Benavidez says:
October 14, 2008
Nina I’m sorry for your loss. What a beautiful spirit we were blessed to have with Nino. Even though he was my Godfather I saw him as a Godfather to all of us “His Family”. With the passion of his faith he brought us and everyone he touched closer to God and Mother Mary. How he cared for you and your children and what great pride he took with all your grandchildren. Our lives will never be the same without him here on earth but his spirit will always be a part of my being.
Much love to You Tia, Jeanie, Sandy, Fred,& Larry.
Love,
Luisa Benavidez & Family