It’s with great sadness, Contra Costa County Fire protection District announces the passing of our brother, Firefighter John Martinez. John succumbed to his battle with cancer earlier this morning.
Firefighter Martinez was diagnosed with occupational related cancer in 2022 and after a courageous battle. This morning, with family by his side, this courageous firefighter and soldier left us a great legacy to admire.
John joined the Con Fire family as a firefighter on October 2, 2017, and spent the majority of his time assigned to Engine 9 in Pacheco. He was an emergency medical technician, a member of the Con Fire Honor Guard, and a member of the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 1230. Martinez was also a former U.S. Army soldier that spanned five and a half years, with tours in Iraq and Afghanistan.
John leaves behind his father, John Martinez Sr, wife, Sara, and two children, Dominic and Caylee (ages 12 and 3). His commitment and dedication to his family, the community, and his brothers and sisters at Con Fire will forever be remembered.
Flags will be flown at half-staff at all Con Fire facilities and badges worn by Con Fire personnel will be shrouded until further notice. Details of Firefighter Martinez’s memorial service will be shared in the coming days. We asked that all respect the family and refrain from calls and visits at this time.
Information provided by the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
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Thank you for your service! RIP
Condolences to the Martinez family… and a grateful thank you to John, for your military and firefighter service, RIP.
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