Mary Lou Mata (Martinez) 

 

July 27, 1947 — May 17, 2010

 

Ovarian Cancer Victim

 
 

IN MEMORIAM

 


The Longmont Daily Times-Call 
Publish date: 5/19/2010


July 27, 1947 — May 17, 2010

Mary Lou MARTINEZ passed away on May 17, 2010, at the age of 62. Mary Lou was born on July 27, 1947, in Longmont to Martin and Martha Mata of Frederick. She attended Longmont High School (graduated Longmont High Class of 1965) and met Leonard Martinez. They became high school sweethearts and were married on May 21, 1966. Their marriage of almost 44 years has been full of love and adventure.

Mary Lou was an active tennis player and an accomplished runner, including being one of Bolder Boulder’s Boldest. She will be remembered for her tender nature, selfless personality, devotion to her marriage and true friendship.

Mary Lou is survived by her husband, Leonard; daughter Kristina; son Matt; mother Martha; sister Carmen; brothers George and Marty; and her four grandchildren, of whom she was very proud: Janelle, Joseph, Cortez and Carly.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. today, followed by Recitation of the Rosary, all at Carroll-Lewellen Funeral Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m. Monday, May 24, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery, Longmont.

Memorial contributions may be made in Mary Lou’s name to the Colorado Ovarian Cancer Alliance at www.firstgiving.com/maryloumartinez or in care of Carroll-Lewellen Funeral and Cremation Services.

Please share thoughts and memories with Mary Lou’s family at www.carroll-lewellen.com


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