David Davey M. Martinez

He leaves his wife of 44 years, Dina Martinez; his daughter, Debra Martinez Hernandez; his daughter, Davina Martinez and her husband, Glen Harelson; his son, David Tylan Martinez and his wife, Yadira Martinez, and his daughter, Diandra Martinez; his three grandchildren, Meagan and Justin Santos, and Elijah Martinez; and his brothers, Ray Martinez and Steve Martinez.

Born and raised in Parker, AZ, the son of David “Dick” and Jane Martinez, he was a lifelong resident of Poston (Parker Valley) and member of the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT). He was well liked and formed many strong relationships with native people of the Mohave, Chemehuevi, Hopi and Navajo tribes on the Colorado River Indian Reservation.

David, or “Davey” as many knew him, was Chief Game Warden of the CRIT Fish and Game, and retired in 2009 after 31 years of service. Davey loved his work as a game warden and was considered to be a highly skilled tracker within his community. Davey also enjoyed hunting; the cowboy and ranching lifestyle; fishing; cooking; having coffee with his many friends and family members; talking; laughing and joking. Many who knew Davey will never forget his “big smile” and loving heart.

A funeral service was held on December 17, 2011 at 9am at Grace Assembly of God Church in Parker, Arizona.