Obituary of Cynthia Martinez

Cynthia Martinez of Monticello, a former employee of Shop Rite in Monticello, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2020.  She was 51.

The daughter of the late Cecil Nichols and Leana Ballinger Nichols, she was born October 24, 1968 in Harris. She was a member of the Friendship Church in Liberty NY.

She is survived by her children: David Nichols, Michael Nichols, Israel Martinez, Carol Vera and Brianna Vera; and her siblings: Vernell Cassidy and Linda Ballinger.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 8 from 12pm to 2pm at the VanInwegen-Kenny Funeral Home, 401 Broadway in Monticello. A graveside service and burial will follow at 2:00pm at the Rock Ridge Cemetery in Monticello.  Due to the current health crisis, social distancing guidelines must be met - a limited number of people at one time will be allowed in the funeral home and at the cemetery, and facemasks are required. 

In lieu of flowers, food or charitable donations, the family is requesting donations to honor Cynthia Martinez by clicking on the Red Donate Now button below. If you wish to donate you may leave an online message for the family which can be viewed by clicking on the Tribute Wall tab. You may also choose to remain anonymous. All donations will be directly deposited to our funeral home. If you are unable to donate, click on the ‘share this fundraiser’ button located under or next to the ‘donate now’ button. The success of the fundraiser depends on how well it is shared on Facebook - social media platforms, email and text. The Martinez family thanks you in advance. Warmest regards and greatly appreciated.