1947 ~ 2018

Matilda (Stella) E. Martinez, 71, went home to be with Jesus on June 17, 2018, surrounded by her loved ones while in hospice care.  Stella was born on March 21, 1947 near Trinidad, Colorado. Stella is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Hank; daughters Aurora and Christy Martinez; her cherished grandsons Matthew, Juanito and Mario Chavez; and brothers Ed (Lil) Valdez and Victor (Mona) Valdez.  Stella was considered a sister by Hank’s sisters and brothers. Stella is also survived by many nieces and nephews whom she treated as she did her own children. Stella was proceeded in death by her parents, Pedro Valdez and Aurora Lovato; brothers Eloy, Michael, Gilbert, and Jesse; a sister Delores and her grandsons Allen Michael and Dario Allen.

Stella was a friend to all of God’s four legged creatures and leaves behind her beloved dog, Lala.  Stella had a green thumb, enjoyed fishing, playing bingo, taking trips to Cripple Creek, singing to her classic country music and playing computer games. Stella will be missed greatly by those whom were honored to share her love. Stella never met a stranger, always had a kind word for everyone and was always willing to share a meal and her home with whomever needed comfort.

A celebration of life will be held on June 30th at 10 am at the El Morro Mobile Estates Clubhouse: 3655 El Morro Road,Colorado Springs, CO  80910, with a lunch reception to follow. Graveside burial will take place at Chicago Cemetery in Saguache, Colorado on July 1st at noon.Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to Ecumenical Social Ministries, ecusocmin.org.

Alternative Cremations, Colorado Springs, is handling arrangements.