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Raymond Martinez Obituary

Raymond L. Martinez, 61, of Durango, died 4/30/2025, Peacefully at home surrounded by family, Born 4/29/1964. A service will be held at 2:00 pm on May 10, 2025 at Mancos High School Historic Gym. Ray believed that love doesn't end; it simply changes form. He often said that when we pass, we carry on as unconditional love. He lived his life here in the same way.

In his memory, Ray would want us to laugh often, think deeply, and love wholly.

For full obituary please visit https://www.hoodmortuary.com/obituaries/raymond-martinez

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Published by The Journal on May 2, 2025.

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May

10

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Mancos High School Historic Gym

350 Grand Avenue, Mancos, CO 81328

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1261 East 3rd Avenue, Durango, CO 81301

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