Martha Helen Cortez, age 75, a resident of Los Alamos, NM., passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2016 due to natural causes. Martha was preceded in death by her son, Louis Edwards; parents, Maximillano and Helen Cortez; brother, Richard Cortez; sisters, Ida Edwards, Tillie Boatner and Sylvia Cortez-Pousson. Martha was a very loving, giving, caring and helpful person. She was strong willed. She loved her children and family dearly. She enjoyed dancing and singing. Martha was very devoted to her faith, and visited the Santuario weekly. A very good friend to all those whome she touched. Ms. Cortez is survived by her brother, Louis Cortez and spouse; nieces, Lisa Lopez (Francisco), Connie Martinez, Debbie Nicastro, Molly Martin and Patty Branch; as well as other numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A memorial services will be celebrated on Friday, May 6, 2016 at 7:00p.m. at Las Cumbres Community Services located at 104 S. Coronado St. in Espanola, NM., 87532. The family of Martha Helen Cortez has entrusted the care of their beloved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 1-505-747-7477