Angelo John "Dody" Martinez, age 14, of Toledo, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, October 9th, 2009. He was born July 23rd, 1995 to Maria E. Martinez and John F. Barron in Toledo. Dody was an 8th grade student attending DeVeaux Junior High School. He enjoyed playing video games, hanging out with his friends and following the Atlanta Falcons Football team. Dody was a fun-loving person who enjoyed spending time with his family and making memories.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Carmen Martinez and cousin, Vincent Campos. Dody is survived by his loving mother, Maria (David Lemmerbrock) Martinez; father, John F. Barron; sisters, Raquel and Desiree Martinez and brother, Marcus Martinez; grandpa, Apolonio Martinez, paternal grandparents, Romana Barron and John (Becky) Barron, and a host of loving aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends. Dody will also be missed by his close friends, Arthur and Lavonte Morgan.
The family will receive guests Friday from 1:00 -2:15 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 W. Laskey Rd. (419-473-0300) followed by funeral services at 2:15 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Historic Woodlawn Cemetery.