Lorence Martinez

May 17, 1934 - Sept 26, 2026

Lorence Martinez, age 92, of Petaca, NM, passed away peacefully on Sept 26, 2026.

She was born May 17, 1934 to Eugenio and Fedelina Martinez. She lived and spent most of her life in Petaca, NM, where she built a beautiful life and home.

Her life was defined above all by her immense devotion to her family. As a mother, she raised three children with unconditional love, patience and guidance. Her nurturing spirit only grew with the next generation, and she took great pride in helping to raise most of her grandchildren, leaving them with lifelong memories of her warmth, wisdom and care.

She lived life with a vibrant, joyful spirit. She enjoyed spending time in the mountains, loved taking walks and looked forward to lively visits to the casino. Gifted with a beautiful spirit, she loved singing and found deep comfort and community attending church regularly.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harry "Len" Martinez; her parents, Eugenio and Fedelina; brothers, Joe, Eugenio Jr, Armando, and Cleofes; sister, Sara Dominguez; and her great granddaughter, Georgie Lewis.

She is survived by her three children, Pauline Gallegos, Peter (Hermelinda) Martinez, and Peggy Martinez; her youngest brother, Isidoro (JoAnn) Martinez; her grandchildren: her great grandchildren; and a community of family and friends who will miss her deeply.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 11:30 am at Victory Faith Church, located at 823 Angel Duran Drive, Espanola, NM 87632.

The family of Lorence Martinez has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home  & Crematory of the beautiful Espanola Valley.  505-747-7477