Joyce Martinez, 82 of Laramie, Wyoming died July 22 in Cheyenne. She was born in Chama, Colorado to Felix and Uvalda (Martinez) Vialpando on March 26, 1940. She married Alfonzo Martinez on February 22, 1958, in Mora, New Mexico.
Joyce was a home and school coordinator for Albany County School District #1 for 37 years. Outside of work she was the first female baseball coach for the 1971 Laramie youth minor baseball league. She centered her life around her family with such pride, and never stopped helping people. She loved being in the mountains, cooking, watching soap operas, and no one would say no to her tortillas.
She gave her time to her faith through St. Laurence O’Toole Catholic Church as a member of the Women of the Lady Guadalupe. She was also part of the Breast Cancer Coalition.
She is preceded in death by her husband Alfonzo, sister Mercedes, and her parents.
She is survived by her children Duane (Lindsay) and Jamie (Kristin) Martinez of Cheyenne; grandchildren Shannon, Desirae, Jordan, Wyatt, Krissy (Shane), Aleana (Jake), Ciara, and Jacob; several great grandchildren.siblings Esther Mellizo, June Moore, Arnold Vialpando; and many nieces, nephews, and relatives.
Rosary will be held at 6pm Friday August 5th, 2022, at St. Laurence O’Toole Catholic Church Funeral Liturgy will be held at 10am Saturday August 6th at St. Laurence O’Toole Catholic Church.
18 Comments To "Joyce Martinez"
#1 Comment By Holly Mears Cordary On July 27, 2022 @ 12:25 pm
I am thinking of your family during a difficult time of your loss. She will be remembered for her fierce support for education and her different interests. She will be missed by her family and friends. Sympathy and prayers for her family.
#2 Comment By Carolina Carter On July 27, 2022 @ 5:06 pm
My deepest condolences to all who loved Joyce. She was a warm, loving, guiding light in my life. I was so blessed to have her grace my life.
#3 Comment By J R Sandoval On July 28, 2022 @ 2:40 pm
My thoughts go out to Joyce’s children and their families. She was special and her life was well-lived. My sister Isabelle joins me in extending special thoughts about Joyce and the legacy she leaves to our friends and neighbors from a lifetime ago, her sisters June and Esther, and her brother Arnold.
#4 Comment By Rick F De Herrera On July 29, 2022 @ 6:42 am
Duane, I am sorry about the passing of your mom. I knew your grandma Uvalda, she was always very nice to me. I didn’t know that your mom was her daughter until Arnold told me she was his sister. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rev.21:1-4.
#5 Comment By Sophia On July 29, 2022 @ 8:37 am
Oh so sorry, she was an incredible sweet lady. Angel hugs..
#6 Comment By Tina Sanchez On July 29, 2022 @ 8:45 am
Our thoughts go out to you all. She will be missed by many.
Dave and Tina Sanchez
#7 Comment By Dustin & Natalie Young On July 29, 2022 @ 9:06 am
Our deepest condolences to the entire family.
#8 Comment By Anonymous On July 29, 2022 @ 9:22 am
We send our thoughts and prayers to all of you. Joyce was a wonderful person!
Steph and Mike Bowman
#9 Comment By Rafael Andrade On July 29, 2022 @ 10:22 am
Rip, my condolences to the family.
#10 Comment By DuWayne and Katherine Keeney On July 29, 2022 @ 9:47 pm
Duane, sincere sympathy for the loss of your mother.
#11 Comment By Anabell Gonzales Wurth and family On July 30, 2022 @ 6:29 am
Our condolences to the Martinez and Vialpando families. May your sadness be covered by the joy of knowing that Joyce is now with God and will live forever in her heavenly home.
#12 Comment By Ryan Fulton On July 30, 2022 @ 1:04 pm
Joyce was such a valuable member of our school team, helping thousands of students and families. I remember her fondly, with admiration!
Ryan Fulton
#13 Comment By Steph Bowman On July 31, 2022 @ 7:41 pm
We send our thoughts and prayers to all of you. Joyce was a wonderful person!
Steph and Mike Bowman
#14 Comment By Jeff and Veronica Giustino On August 1, 2022 @ 7:21 am
Rest in peace Joyce we will miss you.
#15 Comment By Cheryl Rodgers On August 1, 2022 @ 8:01 am
I am so very sorry for your loss. I adored Joyce so very much and I will miss her greatly! My heart goes out to you all. I know how much she missed Alfonzo and how happy she must be to be with him again. You will all be in my prayers and Joyce will remain in my heart.
#16 Comment By Bob Waddell II On August 2, 2022 @ 1:03 pm
Sorry for your Loss Duane and family, prayers with you all – Bob Waddell II
#17 Comment By Todd Cornish On August 6, 2022 @ 5:49 pm
Deepest condolences. Joyce was so very nice and both she and Al were good neighbors and good people. To lose both of them in a short time must be difficult. I will miss them both.
#18 Comment By Marilyn Sinclair On December 12, 2022 @ 1:24 am
My deepest sympathy to Joyce’s family. Joyce and I shared an office at the Laramie Junior High School. She was a dear and kind soul who would always take time to chat and make a new friends. Her strong faith has earned her a special place in heaven.