Luis M. Martinez Obituary
The memory of Luis M. Martinez of Carlsbad, New Mexico, who passed away on April 19, 2026 at the age of 70, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Margarito Acosta Martinez and Blanche Morton Martinez; his siblings, Blanche Madrid, Margarito "Mort" Martinez Jr., Julia Florez and Lupe Pena; and his grandparents, Teofilo, Catarina Gonzales and Dewey Morton.
He is survived by: his children, Jennifer Chavez and Luis Martinez II; his grandchildren, Nathanial Castaneda and Reigna Lopez; and his siblings, Thomas "Tommy" Martinez (Celina), Gabriel Martinez (JoAnne), Amelia Franco, Priscilla Lopez and Cathy Greene (Jerry). He is also survived by many nephews and nieces.
Viewing was held on Thursday, April 23rd 2026 from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM and on Friday, April 24th 2026 from 9:15 AM to 9:30 AM. A rosary was held on Friday, April 24th 2026 at 9:30 AM at the San Jose Roman Catholic Church (1002 Debaca St, Carlsbad, NM 88220). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Friday, April 24th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location. The military honors was held on Friday, April 24th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the General Douglas L. McBride Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please honor his memory with a donation to a local animal shelter, like Noah's Ark Animal Shelter in Carlsbad.
