Louis “Lou” Robert Martinez passed away Aug. 16, 2023. He was 76 years old.

Lou was born in Pueblo, Colorado, to the late Daniel and Margie Martinez on Feb. 8, 1947.

He graduated from Centennial High School, then joined the military shortly after graduation.

Lou was an Air Force and Army veteran, serving 18 months of his military time in Vietnam during the Vietnam War.

After serving in the military, Lou began a 37-year career with the U.S. Postal Service. He was a dedicated and hardworking employee who held several positions in his career before he retired.

Lou moved to Fayetteville, North Carolina, where in August 1990, he married the love of his life, Lola McCormick. They had a loving marriage for 31 years until her passing, and he still loved her until his passing.

Lou was also a proud member of the Fayetteville Elks Lodge 1081 for over 35 years. Through the Elks Lodge, he met several great friends, helped his community and held several different positions within the lodge to include exhalted ruler.

He is survived by his son, Barrett Galloway; daughter, Luanne Maez,; son-in-law, Leon Maez; and daughter-in-law, Grace Galloway; grandchildren, Jaden Coleman, Kailan Coleman, Dylan Galloway, Zeanna Maez Einsphar and Isaiah Maez.,

Lou is also survived by his dear friend and sister-in-law, Kaye McCormick Smith; brother-in-law, Jimmy Smith; and brothers-in-law Fred Rodriguez, Phil Martinez, and Miguel Rendon; sister-in-law, Veronica Martinez. a special cousin, Henry Lopez; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

Lou was proceed in death by his loving wife, Lola Martinez; son, Barkley Galloway; sisters Alice Rodriguez; Lucille and brother-in-law Tom Arguello; Debbie and brother-in-law Fred Pacheco; Cathy Martinez; and Gina Rendon; and brother Bill Martinez.

Lou lived a good life and died a good man. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial arrangements are pending and will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to local humane societies.

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