Edwin Martinez Del Rio

Born on September 10, 1953, Edwin lived a life defined by determination, passion, and an unwavering commitment to the people and causes that mattered most to him.

Throughout his life, Edwin proudly served in the United States Air Force, demonstrating his dedication to serving others and his country. He later continued to make a meaningful impact through his professional career, serving as a former Dean of Strayer University and as President of 100 Latino Professors. Through his leadership, mentorship, and passion for education, he touched countless lives and inspired others to pursue their goals and believe in their potential.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Edwin will be remembered most for the man he was to those who knew and loved him. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, friend, and mentor. He was a loving, caring, and funny man whose presence could brighten a room and whose determination was impossible to overlook. Edwin was a man who ALWAYS had a plan. No matter what life brought his way, he approached challenges with purpose, confidence, and the belief that there was always a way forward. His passion for life, strong spirit, and ability to keep moving forward were among the many qualities that made him so special.

Edwin had a remarkable way of making an impression on the people he met. Whether through his work, his friendships, his guidance, or the love he shared with his family, he left a lasting mark on the lives of so many. He was a source of wisdom, encouragement, laughter, and support, and his influence will continue to live on through the people he inspired and the memories they will forever cherish.

While his passing leaves an immeasurable void in the hearts of his loved ones, his legacy will endure through the lessons he taught, the lives he changed, and the love he gave so freely. The impact of his life cannot be measured by titles or accomplishments alone, but by the countless people who were fortunate enough to know him and call him family, friend, colleague, or mentor.

Edwin Martinez Del Rio will be sincerely and deeply missed. Though he is no longer physically present, the love he shared, the wisdom he passed on, and the example he set will remain with those who knew him for generations to come.

His life was one of purpose, his legacy one of impact, and his memory one that will forever be treasured.