Guadalupe "Lupe"

Martinez, Jr.

Guadalupe "Lupe" Martinez Jr, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Friday July 31, 2026, with his son, Guadalupe "Boog" Martinez II by his side.

Born on July 16, 1971 in Paulding, OH, Lupe was a devoted father, husband, grandfather, and friend whose life was centered around his family and community. He shared many years with his wife, Dawn Martinez, building a family founded on love, support, and lasting memories.

Lupe took great pride in his children and found his greatest joy in his eleven grandchildren. Whether attending their events, sharing stories, or simply spending time together, he treasured every moment with them. His love, guidance, and unwavering support will forever remain in their hearts.

He is survived by his wife, Dawn Martinez, Paulding, OH; children, Breanne (Eric) Goodrich, Defiance, OH; Dayne (Tarra) Weidenhamer, Columbus, OH; Georgina (Michael) Martinez, Paulding, OH; Victoria Martinez, Napoleon, OH; Chloe Boyd, Paulding, OH; and Kaydin Boyd, Paulding, OH; parents Guadalupe (Donna) Martinez, Defiance, OH; siblings Sophia (Rich) Mobley, Paulding OH; Jimmy (Alyssa) Graves, Paulding OH; Mike Martinez; Angela (Larry) Conroy; and his  grandmother, Olga Rocha, Paulding, OH.

Lupe was preceded in death by his mother, Juanita Martinez and sister, Georgina Graves.

Funeral service will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, August 10, 2026 at Den Herder Funeral Home.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until time of services on Monday at the funeral home.

The family requests no flowers or funeral memorabilia - please direct any contributions to grandson, Guadalupe Martinez, III "G3", in care of his mother, Tori.

In honor of Lupes's love for softball and the community he helped build, a Celebration of Life will be held at the ball fields in Napoleon, Ohio, on a date yet to be announced. This gathering will reflect the way Lupe would want to be remembered: surrounded by family, friends, and the community he cherished.

Though he will be deeply missed, Lupe's legacy of love, devotion, and community will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.