- Date Of Birth: 1941
- Date Of Death: 2019
- State: Michigan
Obituary of Johnnie M. Martinez
Martinez, Johnnie M.
Saginaw, Michigan
Passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019 at his home. He was 77 years old. Johnnie Manuel Martinez was born on May 7, 1941 in Saginaw to the late Benjamin and Apolonia (Alamillo) Martinez. Johnnie proudly served his country with the U.S. Air Force for four years and then continued his service with the U.S. Army Reserves for an additional 19 years. He worked for the Buick Motor Division, in Flint as a truck repairman for 43 years retiring in 2008. Johnnie attended St. Joseph Catholic Church. He loved to play the lottery including taking trips to the casino and playing bingo. Johnnie’s greatest joy was found in spending time with his cherished grandchildren and family.
He is survived by his sons: Johnnie Jr. (Melanie) Martinez and their children: Darren S. Murphy, Jonathon P. Martinez and Madison M. Martinez; and Micheal (Jennifer) Martinez and their children: Casey L. (Quentin) Krueger, Jamie T. Martinez and Micheal A. Martinez Jr.; great grandchildren: Aubrey and Amiyah Krueger, and Jose Rivera Jr.; his former wife, Patricia Martinez; his siblings: Lupe Vargas, Emilio (Doloras) Martinez, Augustine (Jean) Martinez, Gloria Fulsher and Alice (Anthony) Stricker; sisters-in-law, Rose Garcia and Lois Martinez; a special friend, Teresa Rocha.
Johnnie was preceded in death by: brothers: Jose Garcia, Anthony Martinez; sister, Esther (Paul) Olvera, Mary (Homero) Trevino; brothers-in-law: Filimon Vargas and Robert Fulsher.
