Angela (Angie) C. Martinez was born August 13th 1955 in Cleveland Ohio. She Graduated from Cleveland Central Catholic High School class of 1973. Angie went on to study criminology, as well as obtained a degree in Social Services.

Angie worked at Green Acres Children's Home in Oberlin as House Mother where she mentored, guided and created a safe place for many kids. Some of those kids became her "adopted children" who all lovingly call her mom. Angie then transitioned to Lorain County Children Services from November 26, 1990 to February18, 2013 working as a Case Aide. She was elected to Union Chairperson and Negotiator for 20+ years, and served as UAW Local 2192 President and Vice President in the early to mid 2000. Angie Founded the Children Services Culture Diversity Committee and facilitated many trainings. Angie also served on El Centro Board of Directors from 2005 to 2012. She became the Chair of the Board immediately and her leadership was the foundation and drive for El Centro acquisition of the empty building on the corner of Pearl and 28th Street and the Capital Campaign for renovation.  El Centro's successful capital campaign allowed the move to the 2800 Pearl Ave. It was all during her leadership as the Chair of the Board. Angie was the Liaison for the Hispanic community and continued to worked closely with El Centro. Angie was awarded the distinguished Hispanic Ohioan award by the CHLA in 2006.

She loved travel, reading, fishing, watching sports, collecting baseball cards, and spending time with her beloved puppy Dezi, friends, co-workers and her "adopted" kids. She was a fierce supporter and advocate for the LGBTQ+, minority and underprivileged communities.

She is survived Sister Sybia Martinez husband Brett Souza. Aunt (Titi) to Daniel Franklin, Angela Franklin, Benjamin Franklin. Great Aunt to Danielle, Anna and Silas Franklin. Beloved cousin Menchy (Carmen Martinez Stork) Beloved Niece Minga Holt (Brown) husband Jeremey Holt and by a host of other beloved "adopted" children, and "friends" who were truly her family.

Preceded in death by her daughter Stacey A. Martinez , father Daniel Martinez, mother Brunilda Martinez. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM Saturday November 1, 2025 at The Laubenthal Mercado Funeral Home 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. Elyria (440)-322-4626 where funeral services will be at 2:00 PM immediately following visitation. Burial will be private. Online condolences to the family may be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com