Bernice E. Martinez, age 81 of Thornton, Colorado passed on Monday, October 12, 2009. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Ruebella. Bernice is survived by her husband of 63 years, Robert D. Martinez; daughters: Antonia, Elizabeth (Sonny) Bitner and Patricia (Kareem) Rahimi; grandchildren: Elinor, Alexandra, Dominque, Andre, Rodney, Robert and Rick; also survived 8 great grandchildren.
Viewing one hour prior to the service at 10:00 AM; Funeral Service, Monday, October 19, 2009 at 11:00 AM at Newcomer Funeral Home - West Metro Chapel, 901 S. Sheridan Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80226. Interment to follow at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Staging Area "B", at 12:30 PM, 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd., Denver, CO 80235.