Melvin "Mel" Marquez

Melvin "Mel" Marquez earned his wings on March 14, 2022. He was born in Denver on February 3, 1939 to Roger Martinez and Ernestine Archuleta. He is preceded in death by his wife Ida Marquez; granddaughter Nicole Marquez; parents Roger and Ernestine; siblings Elmer Marquez, Donald Marquez, Addie Medina; in-laws Fred and Esther Suazo. He is survived by his children Karen Marquez, Viann Marquez, and Kenneth (Debbie) Marquez; grandchildren Adrian Lopez, Ernestine Lopez, Jamie ( AJ ) Villa, Kimberly Ruybal, Shereen (Jason) Gonzales, Stephanie (Ken) Golightly, Kayla ( Jaysen) Nakano and Darian Marquez; and 11 Great grandchildren. Mel served in the United States Army from 1957-1960. Mel and Ida moved to Alamosa in 1974. He owned and operated Alamosa Tire, Yanta INC., The Victoria Hotel, Monte Vista Tire, Belmont Tire in Pueblo, Filmore Tire in Colorado Springs, and Espaola Tire in New Mexico all with his brother Elmer. Mel loved playing golf, preparing income taxes, painting, and going up the hill. His family described him as very giving, caring, and friendly. He stayed in touch with everyone he knew. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Rest in peace our father, husband, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend Previous Events Visitation MAR 29. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (MT) Romero Chapel Denver 4750 Tejon St. Denver, CO 80211 Loading map Prayer of the Rosary MAR 29. 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (MT) Romero Chapel Denver 4750 Tejon St. Denver, CO 80211 Loading map Catholic Liturgical Service MAR 30. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (MT) Spirit of Christ Catholic Church 7400 W 80th Ave Arvada, CO 80003 Loading map