Johnny "Chango" Martinez Johnny "Chango" Martinez, age 57, of Pasco, WA, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, November 21, 2015 surrounded by his immediate family and close friends. He was born on April 8, 1958 in Moses Lake, WA. Chango was preceded in death by his parents, Bernarda Martinez and Alberto Martinez Sr., his brother, Alberto Martinez Jr., and his sister, Virginia Yanes. Chango is survived by his wife of 40 years, Valarie Martinez, 2 sons, Johnny Jr and Richard Martinez, and daughter Rebecca Lagervall, also by 14 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Chango was an auto mechanic before his battle of cancer began in 2001. His main hobby was lowriding. He had a great passion for lowriders and was even the founder of "New Friends C.C. 509". He took great pride in his '76 Caprice Classic which he named "Buttercup". Chango was a well-known and respected man. He was full of jokes and never failed to make someone laugh. Creating a new relationship with someone wherever he went. This is not a good bye, it's an "I'll see you later Holmez" Viewing will be held December 2, 2015 from 5pm to 8pm at Mueller's Greenlee Funeral Home in Pasco, WA. Including a rosary at 6pm. Mass will be held at St. Patrick's Church in Pasco, WA on December 3, 2015 at 12pm. Followed by burial at City View Cemetery.