Alicia H. Martinez

Hard-working, her whole life, she worked in agriculture and in various factories such as Sara Lee. She enjoyed flowers, plants, sewing embroidery, crocheting, cleaning, and cooking. She used these talents to regularly bless others.

As health issues limited her movement, she shared her favorite TV show Gunsmoke with every family member that stopped by to visit. Alicia also had a special bond with her many grand-dogs that she adored. Above all, Alicia was a good wife, loving mother and caring grandmother who did whatever she could to support her family.

Fiercely independent; Alicia always put the needs of others before herself.

She maintained strong values throughout her life, and did not hesitate to stand up for others when they were in need.

When the time came for her to receive help due to her health; she did not want to be a burden to her family however, as we all discovered, she was a blessing to us all whether healthy or ill.

Even though Alicia endured a difficult life with many hardships, she remained strong in her faith, and continued to turn to the Lord in times of need.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Fermin De Jesus Sr.; children Norma Linda Martinez, Joey Martinez, Albert Martinez, Maria Teresa Martinez, and Mickey Martinez. She was also preceded by grandchildren Melisa Martinez and Jose Martinez.

Alicia is survived by children Marty Martinez, Mary Maria “Lisa” (Joe) Spaulding, Ronda Martinez (Albert's wife), Fermin (Rene) Martinez, and Anna (Jeffrey) Machiela. She is also survived by grandchildren Danny, Jesse, Justin, Saira, Maggie, Alec, Marcus, Rodney, Johnny Joe, Joey, Timmy, Brandon, Ariel, Taylor, Lauren (Dane), Michael, Jill, Tom, Amanda, and Abby. In addition, Alicia is survived by 23 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren and her beloved grand-dogs.

A Memorial Service for Alicia will be held on Saturday, December 14 at Borculo CRC - 6464 96th Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464. Time for greeting the family will be from 11:00 AM until the time of the service at 12:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Resilience: Advocates for Ending Violence - 411 Butternut Dr., Holland, MI 49424.