Albert "Red" Martin Obituary in Truth or Consequences at Kirikos Family Funeral Home, Inc

Obituary For Albert "Red" Martin

Albert R. “Red” Martin, 61, a local resident, lost his battle with stage four cancer on Monday, June 12, 2023.

Red was born on July 17, 1961, in Taylorville, IL to Harold and Mary (Minix) Smith. Many people knew Albert as “Red”. One of his favorite sayings when something went wrong was “Go ahead and blame the red head”. He was a quiet man but had a great sense of humor even while he was laying in the hospice facility battling cancer. He left us with many great memories. Red loved his Harley and anyone that knew him knows that he was a die-hard Chicago Bears fan “GO BEARS!” He was a CNA and Ward Clerk at Sierra Vista Hospital emergency room. He always talked very highly of his “ER” work family, especially, his “work wife”, Amy, whom he adored. His eyes would light up when he would talk about his kids and grandkids, and he had a special love-hate relationship with our dog “Babydoll”.

Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Norma Martin; mother, Mary Ann Smith; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Molly and Eddie “Ma & Pop” Montoya; children – Cody (Mary) Martin, Matthew (Teresa) Montoya, and Monica (Rick) Martin; grandchildren – Gracee, Kylee, Chesni, Colt, Carson, Analaina, Tadashi, Gabriella, Caiden, Destiny, Alex, and Isaac (Karea); great-granddaughter, Mia; and siblings – Susan (Linda) Martin, Kathy (Corey) Northrup, and Donnie (Rhonda) Martin; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Smith; nephew, Kenny Martin; his grandparents; and numerous aunts and uncles.

Per Reds wishes, he was cremated and because he didn’t like to be the center of attention, he requested no services, so the family respected his wishes. He will be missed by many but will always be in our hearts!

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My dear friend, and co-worker. We were a great team! No words can say how much I miss you. I have your Bears coffee cup, and I will have a cup of coffee every time they win out of that cup. You have a special place in my heart, my dear sweet friend! Rest in peace.

We had the privilege of working with Red at SVH. He had a great smile and an awesome sense of humor. We miss him greatly. May you rest in peace Red and Prayers for your family. Selena and Lorenzo

Fly high Albert. You had a life well lived. I wish you God's kindness. Love, Aunt Clara

What a special kind and tender hearted man, I had the pleasure of working with Red at the Veterans Center, I can remember he worked in the bakery at Furr's and made the best croissants. He would always smile as we would get our meals. He never had a harsh word for any of his customer's whether at Furr's , Veterans home or Sierra Health Care and Sierra Vista hospital. He would always be polite and courteous when I would call him at the ER for a patient I would send over to him. His was a light in the darkness when he would assist people. He will greatly be missed in the world and we are better people that were touched by him. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your life. Prayers to his wife and family.

Miss you "our water boy" :) we love you. God Bless you and rest in peace Red. Love MA and Pop

I'm so sorry to hear of Red's passing; I was honored to have worked with him at the Veterans Home for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends at this time. Lori Montgomery

RIP Albert, You will be greatly missed by many. I am so thankful to have known you and had the pleasure of working with you for so many years. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. Always, Beverly Armijo

We will miss you grandpa red. Peace be with you and our family. With love Mary Rose. ❤️

I miss you so much! We all do. Ya know what? Love my daddy

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