Albert "A.J." Martinez, Jr.

On March 1, 2026, Albert (A.J.) Martinez Jr., age 36, of San Angelo, Texas moved from daily presence into lasting memory. He remains present in the hearts and memories of those who knew him.  A.J. was born May 12, 1989, to Albert R. Martinez and Michelle Chavez. 

A.J. is preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Delia Rodriguez; his maternal grandmother, MaryAnn Armijo, his aunt, Monica Padilla, and his cousin, Ricky Aguero. 

Among those who continue to carry his memory are his children, Addyson, Alexis, Aedyn Trevino and Aleanah Rodriguez, all of San Angelo as well as his parents, Albert R. Martinez, of San Angelo, Texas and Michelle Chavez of Los Alamos, New Mexico. Additionally, his siblings Monique Quintana of Pueblo, Colorado, Valerie Martinez of Española, New Mexico, Steven Martinez, Eddie Martinez, Joe Angel Martinez, and Eric Martinez of San Angelo, Texas.  He is also survived by his paternal grandfather, Armando G. Martinez of San Angelo, Texas and maternal grandfather, Richard Armijo of Pueblo, Colorado; his beloved nephews, Xaedyn Martinez and Andres Romero of Española, New Mexico.  There are also a multitude of extended family members including aunts, uncles, and cousins that will miss A.J. and keep him in their memories and hearts.  

Even during the most difficult of times, A.J. never lost the ability to make people smile and laugh with his sense of humor.  He was someone you could talk to easily because he always made everyone feel like a friend.  He was also known for his generosity.  A.J. was the type of person that always helped people and at times even became the shoulder to cry on for anyone who needed a friend.  But most importantly, he loved being with family & friends and spending time with his children.  

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., with funeral services to be held at 4:00 p.m. at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels / North, 1002 North Oakes St., San Angelo, Texas 76903.

Although at this moment, our hearts ache because of this tremendous loss, A.J.’s spirit will always live on through our shared memories and most importantly, his children.  God has called our warrior to his eternal home.

Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

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