Elijah James Martinez

Elijah James Martinez was born on January 3, 2000 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was a very unique person. Elijah was a quiet person, very private and never seemed to like attention. He really didn't like taking pictures, always trying to hide his face. Elijah never liked to be touched but out of the blue, he'll give you a hug just to show his love and that he cares. His hugs were special.

Growing up, his favorite sports were soccer and basketball. When he was a little kid he used to play with his siblings. He also liked making fun of his siblings by creating nicknames, he used to call her Guerahona and called his little brother Tarzan and everyone liked it so they started to call his siblings by their nicknames.

When his sister had her Quinceañera party he didn't want to do it because of how unique he was about the attention but he decided to do it so he danced and let them take picture of him and it was an unforgettable night where everyone saw a side of him he didn't showed much of.

When he found out that he was going to be a father, he was so excited that he right away bought diapers and wipes. He felt that the baby was going to be a boy. He'll also talk about the things he wanted to buy for his baby like a crib, toys and clothes. He wanted his baby to look fresh and clean just like how he was.

I cannot see you but I can remember you, your smile, your laugh, your advice, your kindness. There are just so many reasons why I love you until we meet in heaven once again.

FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS

Elijah James Martinez is survived by one son; Elijah Martinez (Baby Eli). Mother (Erica Leon), sister (Esmeralda "Guera") and brother (Manuel)