Santa Clara, UT
- Patricia "Patti" Jane Martensen, 62, passed away June 4, 2000 at her home in Santa Clara after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.She was born June 5, 1937 in Santa Monica, CA to Edgar and Gladys Coffman. She married Dean Martensen November 21, 1969.
Most of Patti's working years were spent in the electronics industry and in retail merchandising. She was a very loving and caring person and was especially proud of the accomplishments of her sons and grandchildren.
She loved the outdoors, traveling, hiking, golfing and tending her flower garden, especially her roses. To all the family and friends who knew and loved Patti, please know that her charm, sense of humor, wit and beautiful smile were there until the very end.
A special thanks to the doctors from the pain Management Clinic at St. Mark's Hospital in Salt Lake City, and also to the personnel of Gentiva Health Services in Salt Lake City and St. George. Their concern, care and support helped to make things easier during some difficult times. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House 935 E. South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84102 or to the American Cancer Society, 941 E. 3300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84106.
Patti is survived by her parents: Edgar and Gladys Coffman of St. George; her husband: Dean Martensen; four sons: Michael of Pueblo West, CO, Ronald of Iligan City, The Philippines, Steven of San Jose, CA; a stepson: Kirby of San Francisco; two sisters: Sue Lauman of Las Vegas, and Gail Monroy of Upland, CA; four granddaughters: Miranda, Michelle, Charlette and Paige; and three grandsons: Kenny, Mathew and Sean. According to Patti's wishes, she will be cremated.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 10, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. at the Spilsbury & Beard Mortuary Chapel, 110 So. Bluff in St. George. Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury & Mortuary, 673-2454.