February 19, 1972 – October 29, 2026
Edith Martinez, 54, passed away on October 29, 2026, in the comfort of her home. She was a resident of Colorado Springs for 50 years and was formerly a resident of Torrington, Wyoming. She was beloved by all she met.
Edith was born on February 19, 1972 to Alfonso and Frances (Zamora) Martinez in Torrington, Wyoming. She was the baby out of 9 children.
Edie was fond of Michael Jackson’s music, drinking Pepsi, and watching the movie Grease. She loved Danny Zuko! She had an appreciation for anything chocolate and had some great dance moves. She attended and graduated from Harrison High School in 1993, alongside her niece, Melissa Morgan, who graduated that same year from Fountain-Fort Carson High School.
She is survived by her siblings: Caroline “Linda” Elliott (Rick Elliott), Alfonso Martinez Jr., Vera Martinez (Raymond Martinez), Jesse Martinez, Otilia Martinez, and Nick Martinez (Michael Creech); as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents, Alfonso and Frances Martinez; and her siblings, Baby Vera and Stella Hannibal.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday, November 13, 2026, and the Shrine of Remembrance, 1730 E. Fountain Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO 80910, and a reception will follow the memorial services at the VFW Post 10, 702 South Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.
Memorials and online condolences can be made at shrineofremembrance.com and any donations in Edith’s name are welcomed and being accepted by the Martinez family through Vera Martinez.