Idell J. Martinez Obituary

We announce the death of Idell J. Martinez of Blair, Wisconsin, who passed away on August 3, 2026, at the age of 89. Idell will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Idell J. Martinez to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John Montgomery Palmore and Ruth Brown; her siblings, Dorothy Lishin, Dolores Zinziletta, Ruth Douglas and Wesley Smiley; and her husband Marcelino "Frank" Martinez.

She is survived by: her daughters, Lee Ann Totzke (John) and Lori Dutille (Martin); her grandchildren, John, James, Laura and Stephanie; and her great grandchildren, Synthia, Franklin, Gatlin, Kyra, Gabriel, Abagail and Lillian.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to your local library or literacy program.