Clyde Junior Martinez

Clyde was born Dec 22, 1973, in Parker, Az, into the Bįįh Biitoodnii (Bitter Water Clan). He was born for NaaKétł'áhí (Gila River/Pima Clan). He passed away Nov. 12, 2022, in Kinlichee, Az.

Clyde graduated from Ganado High School in1992. He loved his children. And he provided for his family by joining the military. He was in the Army Infantry division. He served in South Korea and Afghanistan while in the military and discharged 1995. He attended UVSC for electrician trade and recieved an AA degree. He also attended Central Arizona College for CDL trade. When he was a young man he enjoyed working with Kinlichee Chapter house. During his lifetime he worked in different fields of work. He work as an independent contractor doing in the Kinlichee community for the past several years. He enjoyed outdoor activities and making wood crafts, attending local community meetings or ceremonies, loved being a Denver Bronco fan, and spending time with family and friends. He was a hardworking person, loved his family and friends and enjoyed his time on this earth.

Clyde is survived by his children: Claudia Denetso, Ty Martinez, Paige Curtiss. He has 5 grandchildren. He has 5 nephews and 5 nieces. His brother: Ryan Allison of Phoenix, Az; and his sisters: Florence Allison of Sacaton Az, Kimberly Allison of Sacaton Az, and Marley Davis of Kinlichee, Az. His parents: Clyde and Brenda Allison of Sacaton, Az.

Clyde is preceded in death by his son

Payton Martinez, his adopted mother, Helen Davis and adopted grandparents Frances and Francis Davis. His paternal grandmother Gladine Allison of Gila River tribe. His brother Wesley Allison of Sacaton Az.