Karl Matthew Martinez Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Karl Matthew Martinez (Las Cruces, New Mexico), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 19, 2025 at the age of 67. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his brother Daniel Martinez; his nephew Lawrence D. Chavez; and his brother-in-law Lawrence Chavez. He is survived by: his parents, Jesse Martinez and Mary Lee Martinez; his sisters, Patricia Hoover (Gary Hoover) and Cora Chavez; his nieces, Jessica Wilson, Christine Rodriguez (Eddi Rodriguez), Laura McDonald (Fletcher McDonald) and Catie Hoover; and his nephew Taylor Hoover. He is also survived by several great nephews and nieces, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations in Karl's honor be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choosing.