Mark J Martinez

Mark Joseph Martinez, 42, of Firestone CO beloved husband, father, son, brother and uncle passed away on April 17, 2017 as a result of injuries sustained in a home explosion in Firestone, Colorado. Mark was born June 24, 1974 in Longmont CO the son of Max and Cindy (McMillen) Martinez. He attended Frederick schools and graduated from Frederick High school in 1992 along with Erin’s brother Joey Irwin who perished along with him in this tragedy. After High School, he attended UNC Greeley for one year. Mark married Erin Irwin on May 24, 2003 and had two beautiful children, Nathan (11) and Jaelynn (9). Mark knew Erin from an early age as they and their families are natives of the tri-town area

Mark was employed by the Town of Firestone public works. He enjoyed learning new things and worked himself into supervisor position there. At the time of his death he was working towards becoming a director in public works.

Mark enjoyed camping with his family and close friends and was known to be the head cook at all the camping trips. Mark loved to entertain and made people laugh with his character ways. He also enjoyed music, traveling, and all outdoor activities. Most of all Mark loved his family. He was a devoted husband and doting father. He loved coaching both of his children’s sports teams. He grew up with many cousins and forever they were best of friends.

Mark is survived by his wife Erin, their children Nathan and Jaelynn, parents Max and Cindy of Frederick, his sisters and their husbands, Andrea and Jacen Nicholson of Frederick and Amy and Jared Follweiler of Phoenix, AZ. Mark is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Mark was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Gabriel and Manuelita Martinez, maternal grandparents George and Lila McMillen, and several aunts and uncles of the Martinez and McMillen families.

Mark was someone who meant so much and loved by all who knew him. We loved his smile and the kindness of his heart. He will be truly missed.

A Celebration of Mark’s life will be held at 10:30 am on Thursday June 29, 2017 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Longmont. A reception will follow at the Saddleback Golf Club.

Share condolences at www.howemortuary.com