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Valerie Martinez Obituary
Martinez, Valerie F. (nee Hall), known by many as Ginger, age 41, passed away Sunday, February 20, 2005. She was the proud mother of Karli and Nina Butler and sweet Mia Martinez, wife of William Martinez, loving daughter of Jesse Hall and Joan Hall and treasured sister of Delora Davis, Melanie Hall and the late Michelle January. She also leaves behind dear nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, her special cousin Tamera Williams and a host of additional family, friends and colleagues. Valerie was a respected member of the Chicago Police Department for 14 years and spent her last few years working in a school patrol unit at Marshall High School with her partner, Officer Darryl McClay. Visitation Sunday, 4 to 7 p.m. and Monday, 10 to 11 a.m., at St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church, 806 Ridge Ave., Evanston, IL, 60202. Funeral Mass Monday, 11 a.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery, Niles, IL. Arrangements by: Evanston Funeral & Cremation, Roland F. Weis, Director, 847-866-8843.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Liz Sarnik
March 2, 2005
Dearest Nina-
I was so saddened to hear about your mom. I have very fond memories of all of us together during the Pope John XXIII days. I remember Valerie to be such a kind hearted soul. I never could even imagine that she was a police officer as she never appeared "tough" to me. Always sweet and kind. She will certainly be missed, I know. My love to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Liz Sarnik (Dana's mom)
Kemi Aranmolate
February 28, 2005
Karli love,
I couldn't sit down with you like I would've liked to after the wake, but I'll say it again that I love you baby girl and I miss you, Nina, and lil Mia. Ginger is an angel in the heavens watching over your family. My mom was so happy to see you and remember if you need anything please call us.
cindy tyler
February 28, 2005
Dear Aunt Judy, Lori, Missy, Karli, Mia, Nina, Aunt Marge and the rest of the family - Please know that my love and prayers are with you during this very trying time.
My thoughts have been with Ginger all week, remembering her ever so sweet smile. There will always be a special place for her in my heart.
Please have peace knowing that God is embracing Ginger with his warmth, love and understanding. She is safe and free from any earthly burdens.
My family joins you in sorrow as we say good-bye to her human body but rejoice in saying hello to her heavenly spirit.
Our love will always be with you,
Cindy, Wayne, Kyle and Corey Tyler
(Tyler Family)
Richard and Kathleen Principali
February 28, 2005
Dear Karli,
Kathleen and I are so sorry for your loss. Kathleen would have liked to have been here for you, but she lives in Florida and was unable to come in. I have so many nice memories of your mom at all the basketball and vollyball games that we went to. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathies,
Richard and Kathleen Principali
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