Devon Martinez

Devon Martinez beloved son of Mr. Arthur R. Martinez Jr., and Ms. Yvette Martinez, passed away on the evening of November 16, 2013 in Colorado Springs. Devon was born in Colorado Springs, October 15, 1994, and was the only child of the Martinez’s.

Devon started his academic career at Divine Redeemer Catholic School. Devon then attended Vista Ridge High School his Freshman year and graduated from Cheyenne Mountain High School this past May with the Class of 2013.

Devon played Varsity Soccer for both high schools and played on various leagues as a child. Devon was a very active young man, was an avid snowboarder, loved music, attending concerts and hanging out with friends. Devon also was a Boy Scout and attained the Life Rank.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Lawrence Alvarado Sr, and is survived by his parents, his maternal great grandmother Hope Valdez of Denver Colorado, fraternal great grandmother, Sallie Melvin of Hawthorne Florida, his maternal grandmother Elizabeth Holcomb of Denver, his fraternal grandparents Mr. Arthur R. Martinez Sr. and Mary E. Martinez of Trinidad, Colorado; also many cousins, uncles and aunts. Devon is also survived by hundreds of friends.

Visitation will take place at at Swan-Law Funeral Directors located at 501 North Cascade Avenue Colorado Springs. Friday November 22, 2013, from 2:00 to 6:00 pm with a rosary starting at 6:00 PM.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at Divine Redeemer Catholic Church located at 927 N. Logan Ave Colorado Springs. Saturday, November 23, 2013 at 2:00pm.

Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Colorado Springs.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Devon’s name to Divine Redeemer Catholic School.