Ronald Andrew Martinez's Obituary
Ronald Andrew Martinez passed away at his home in Sandy, UT on September 13, 2021. Ronnie was born on October 19, 1974 in Rock Springs, WY and is the beloved son to Rose & Rick Bergandi and Ronald Martinez.
Ronnie was known for being able to light up a room the minute he entered, always ready with a smile a hug or a joke! When someone needed a helping hand they knew they could call on him. Ronnie's number one priority in his life was his family. He loved going to the lake house and spending the weekends with his mom, dad, wife and son. He loved all things outdoors and sports if he wasn''t rooting for the Denver Broncos it was the University of Wyoming!
All that knew him knew the light of his life was his youngest son Elijah, they were inseparable from day one, he also loved the recent reconnection with his older kids Michael and only daughter Erin, this recent reunion meant the world to him. He loved having his son Michael and beautiful daughter Erin back in his life and being in theirs. He shared a close relationship with his bonus kids Marcus, Carson, and Ian as well. Ronnie has spent the last 11 years of his life with the love of his life, Crystal, where there was Ronnie there was Crystal. They were beyond lovers they were best friends. He had a special bond with all his cousins as well. He shared a deep connection with his aunts and uncles. His sister, Rhonda, was his idol when he was younger. They could talk to each other about everything. He was so proud of his nephew Austin and nieces Aspen and Baylee. Ronnie was a one of a kind man that can never be duplicated and will leave us all with a little piece gone. Fill it with the happy memories he left us all with.
Ronnis is survived by his wife Crystal , his children 5 Boys Marcus (23) Carson (20) Michael (17) Ian (17) Elijah (8) and one daughter Erin (14) , His parents Ric and Rose Bergandi and Ron Martinez, Sister Rhonda (Jeff), Percell nephew Austin (Emilee) nieces Aspen and Baylee, Brother in law Charlie (Amy) Vitale in-laws Linda ( Byron) Fitzgerald , Paul Vitale and numerous Aunts , Uncles and cousins.
Preceded in death by Grandparents Sammy(Margret) Martinez , Richard ( Donna) Bergandi , Aunt Lisa Bergandi , Cousin Troy Christenson numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A viewing will be held from 5:00pm-6:30pm at Neil O’Donnell Funeral Home at 372 East 100 South on Monday September 20, 2021 followed by a Holy Rosary Service from 6:30pm-7:00pm.
In line with Ronnie's wishes, cremation will follow the services.
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