Obituary: Martz, Brian F.
Age 48
He loved taking long drives, camping, rafting with family and friends, and had a passion for cooking.
Brian was known and appreciated for opening his BBQ and backyard to all for countless celebrations.
Brian had such a wonderful sense of humor; it drew everyone he met to him.
We all saw his heart shine for each and every one of us.
He kept many lifelong friends along the way.
Brian was an Engineer for the Union Pacific Railroad for several years before retiring.
He was preceded in death by his father Dallas, grandparents Albert and Leah Walker and Wanda Bookout and Robert Martz.
He is survived by wife Mary Ann; stepchildren Jessica, Ashely and Kevin, who he loved and protected as his own; his mother Janet; sister Galinda; niece Abigail; and sister Linda.
He has three grandchildren who he loved dearly.
His stepfather John Williams also survives.
The family would like to say a special thank you to all the nurses, doctors, and staff at Valley Hospital; they showed Brian so much care and affection every day he was there.
Brian is loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him.
He has been cremated per his request, no public services will be held.