In Remembrance Of
Darin Martinez
Darin Martinez, 36, of North Kansas City, MO formerly of Smithville, MO passed away, December 21, 2017.
He was born on October 27, 1981 to Thomas Anthony and Shauna Kay (Middleton) Martinez in Smithville, MO. Darin grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School in 2000. He attended the University of Missouri and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching from UMKC. He later received is Master’s Degree from Park University.
On November 19, 2005 he was united in marriage to Emily Smith. After their marriage they lived in North Kansas City where they made their home.
Darin was an English teacher at North Kansas City High School.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Gerald “Big G” Middleton, great-grandparents, Pedro and Josephine Guardado and Jerome and Pauline Middleton.
Darin is survived by his wife, Emily; sons, Miles and Max, all of the home; his parents, Tony and Shauna Martinez; brother, Casey Martinez and wife Lauren; his grandmothers, Kathryn Middleton and Theresa Westcott and husband Gary; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mike and Linda Smith; sister-in-law, Amy Kenney and husband Rob, brother-in-law, Brian Smith and wife, Laura; eight nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends,
Memorial Service: 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 29th at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Smithville.
Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville.
Donations may be made to Miles’s and Max’s college fund. www.Ugift529.com
Miles account’s Ugift code is: 309-J0Q
Maxwell’s account’s Ugift code is: 512-L5P
Checks may be made payable to Emily Martinez.
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Heidi & Fred Skretta
Emily & The Boys are constantly in our prayers and thoughts. Darin was a fabulous teacher who made countless positive contributions to enrich the lives of our students and all who knew him. He was so kind, witty, curious, and courageous. The love he had for his family was the kind of awesome love that would leave you inspired and challenged to do better.
Fredrick Reiss
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF DARIN , I KNOW FEELING OF THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE, OUR PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOUR FAMILY
Kate & Dan Brusuelas
Shauna, Tony, & family,
We send our prayers and deepest sympathy to you. No words can take away your pain, yet please know you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Much Love,
Kate & Dan
Jeanne Schroeder Epperson
Shawna and Tony I am so sorry for your loss. I know he has fought a long and tedious battle bravely and with everything he had. Remember the great life he led and the grand person he was. May he rest in peace and The Son shine upon you and yours. God bless.
Jerry and Sandra Mogg
Our hearts are filled with joy for the life Darin lived and the difference he made in so many lives and our hearts are filled with sorrow as we hurt with his friends and family.
Reba Adkins
My heart has been so sad for all of you. It’s so hard to give a loved one up. I pray God comforts you.
Kendra Clark Rita Heitman
Mom and I send our heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Love and peace
Rita Heitman and Kendra Clark
Mary Sommerhauser VanGundy
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of the family
Mark and Katherine (Kathy Moore) Reid
To the families of Darin. We send our most heartfelt moments with you. You families have grown up with us in out little big town of Smithville. Can’t tell you how much Mark and I care so very much for you. May Darin rest peacefully. We will all see him again someday with those beautiful eyes and his bright smile. We love you all and may God bless you all.
Melissa Ide-Laird
I had the honor of working with Darin at NKCHS. What a wonderful man. He will be missed by all who knew him. I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for strength and comfort for the family.
Desri Egan Halphin
So sorry for your loss, big hugs and prayers to you all.
Roberta Lowman
I pray that GOD will be right beside you both and bring comfort knowing that Darin earned his wings and now is at peace. Words cannot express the deep sorrow that I feel for you both, Darins wife and children and family. GOD bless you all.
Tim Sublette
Tony & Shauna, how I wish I had something of value to say but I lack words. Please know Jean and I do hurt for you. I did not know Darin but in knowing his family, I do know him and consider it a great lose we never had a chance to meet.
Donna Assel
So sorry for your loss, May God watch over you and your family during this time of sorrow .
Cathy Loving
This is such a difficult loss to all. What a fine man he was to all that crossed his path. May God’s loving arms support you during this very difficult change for your family. Loving and blessings.
Lou and Colonel Kindred, Carolyn Major
Our deepest sympathy to Shauna and Tony and all the Martinez family. We are thinking of all of you.
Clarence & Diane Goold.
So sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you as you grieve his passing.
Michael & Brenda Farris
Emily, boys and extended family – we’re hopeful you already know our feelings about this – for all of you. Our hearts, like yours, remain broken, but yet rejoice knowing Darin’s soul is with the Lord and there is no more cancer or pain. We know what type of person Darin was, and his smile and sense of humor will live on through you and the boys. NO doubt ….he’ll be missed greatly. As always, lean on family and friends for your support when you need it, including us. Allow us to help as we would feel honored to do so. Love all of you guys. We pray for your peace and understanding, and one day, we’ll get to find out the answer as to the “why?”
Suzanne Forman
My heart is breaking for Darin’s family. We worked together on several NKC committees and cohorts. He was always our voice of calm and reason when several of us were emotional. His quiet thoughtfulness and timely sense of humor, but most of his heart will be greatly missed. Prayers for all who’ve been touched by Darin’s smile and grace.
Gary & Natalie Burton
May God wrap his arms around your family and give you comfort and strength
David & Janet Anderson
Sending prayers to the family. May God hold you and help you through this time of sorrow.
Meredith Ivey and Elnora Monroe
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy at this difficult time. May God bless you with strength, comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Brenda Gilliam
We are so sorry for your loss of Darin and are thinking of you all.
Brenda & Jeff
Martha Dolihite (Martinez)
There are no words to comfort you with the grief that you are going through during this time. Darin suffers no more and it’s hard as a parent to let go of your child. Casey will miss his big brother and best friend. Emily has loss her husband, best friend, father of their children- Max & Miles, and a friend to many. My pray is that our Lord & Savior comforts all of you. My love & prayers are with you. Martha Dolihite
Peach Young
So sad and sorry about everything. Thinking of you often and praying to God for you and the family for extra added strength, peace of mind, and wisdom in the days ahead. Love-Peach (at the library with your mom).
Cathie Wayman
Tony and Shauna, please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Darin. We will continue to keep your family in our prayers. Cathie and Mikel Wayman
Amelia Olvera Bravo
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you all. God bless you all.
Shannon McKown
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The McKown Family