Dr. Joseph Ned Martinez, 75, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Born in Trinidad, CO. to Gertrude Sanchez and Don J. Martinez. Joseph attended Central High School, USC- CU, and Richardson University. He was a Professor and Doctor at USC-CU. Joseph enjoyed reading, storytelling, spending time with his family, and riding his motorcycle with his brothers. He was well known for his intelligence, his love for teaching people, and love for his family. He told the funniest stories about his childhood.
Preceded in death by his parents, Gertrude Sanchez and Don J. Martinez; son, Edward Martinez; and granddaughter, Zinnia Martinez. Joseph is survived by wife of 57 years, Connie Martinez; children, Joseph Ned Martinez Jr. and Renee Martinez (Marty Morrison); grandchildren, Genevieve Martinez (Joseph Montoya), Joseph Ned Martinez III, Steven Sandoval, Jenifer Sandoval, and Kirsten Sandoval (Chris Archuleta); great grandchildren, Julia Montoya, Joslyn Montoya, Lucy Martinez, David Kizzie Martinez, Anthony Duran, Christian Rodriguez, Aniyah Sandoval, Heaven Sandoval, and Crew Archuleta; siblings, Pat, Don, Gloria, Corrine, Joanne, Robert, Eddie, Ronnie, Julie, Donna, and Louie; and countless nieces and nephews.
Viewing will be from 5-7 PM, on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Funeral service will be at 10 AM, Thursday, January 16, 2025. Both held at Imperial Funeral Home.
Flowers can be sent to Imperial Funeral Home. 5450 Highway 78 W. Pueblo, CO. 81005
