Joan Elaine Martinez Obituary

The passing of Joan Elaine Martinez (Lutz, Florida), born in Toledo, Ohio leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 22, 2025 at the age of 78. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Joan's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Arthur S. Beck and Naomi Kopfmann Beck; her sister Phyllis Beck Diefenthaler; and her nephew Ron Diefenthaler (Tracy Callahan). She is survived by: her husband Jose A. Martinez; her sister-in-law Karen Martinez Pethtel (Ed); her nieces, Lori Diefenthaler Ferdinand (Vic), Lisa Diefenthaler Czwakiel (Bruce) and Leiann Albaugh McCort (Mike); and her nephew Stan Albaugh (Kari). She is also survived by several great-nephews and great-nieces along with their children.

In lieu of flowers, please fill a backpack, if you are able, with school supplies and donate it to the school of your choice in honor of her memory.