Alfred Paul Martinez Sr.

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Alfred Paul Martinez Sr.

October 11, 1939 ~ February 14, 2023

In Loving Memory

Alfred Paul Martinez Sr. was born October 11, 1939 to Grace Martinez and Joe “Tuffy” Martinez. Alfred was granted access to the heavens on February 14, 2023 from natural causes. He was a strong, kind-hearted, sweet, loving and generous man.

His quick sense of humor and sharp wisdom blessed everyone in his presence with memories that will never fade. More than just a man, he was a devoted husband, father, coach, brother, friend and warrior for his country. He was a retired Army veteran of over 35 years. Growing up, he took state in wrestling and even boxed in Golden Gloves, winning a few titles before graduating to a life in marriage.

He married his wife, Lillian Martinez, on June 27, 1959, when he was just 19 years old. Through devotion, grit, love and determination, they remained married to each other until his passing. Together they were blessed with four amazing children, and others who grew to call these doors home: Carolyn Martinez Gilson, Melissa Moise, Cathy Martinez, Alfred “BriskOne” Martinez Jr., Lee “Chance” McClure, Kandi Lynn Hyde, Ramie Shiotani and Fernanda Perez.

Alfred is survived by and blessed with 17 grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Ray “EneeOne” Martinez, Alycia Lenhardt, Angelica Lenhardt, Frank Lenhardt Jr, Avery Gilson, Sasha Gilson, Jayden Eric Martinez, Sophia Martinez, Alexandria Linhart, Matix Martinez, Sadie Kaye McClure, Seren McClure, Anderson McClure, Elijah Martinez, Adelaide Lenhardt, Lillian Lenhardt and Philip Lenhardt.

Al was motivated by his brothers and sisters Betty-June Gregory, Richard Martinez, Joe Martinez, Jr., Steve Martinez, Donna Ramos, Grace Gallegos, David “Bones” Martinez, Virgil Martinez and Josephine Cookie Martinez. Never wealthy growing up, but hard work proved that he was a rose that grew from concrete. He lived with grace, gratitude and generosity; if there was a way to help you then he would figure it out. Grandpa Al had a heart of gold that no jewelry could duplicate. He loved watching Jazz basketball along with the Utes. We would always watch boxing and UFC together and debate the outcome of fights.

A funeral Mass was celebrated February 24, 2023 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in West Jordan. Interment at Redwood Memorial Estates followed.