In Celebration of

Anya Maria Martinez

January 22, 2008 - September 3, 2018

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful daughter Anya after a long and courageous battle with Leukemia on September 3rd, 2018. She will be forever missed and remembered by her parents Michael and Dorothy, her brother Cristiano, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, followers and supporters. She was a pioneer in the fight against children's cancer and opened many doors to allow other children new treatments and opportunities. An extremely special thank you to her doctor and friend,Stacey Marjerrison and her nurse and friend Andrea Woodard. Visitation at Bay Gardens Funeral Home - "William J. Markey Chapel", 947 Rymal Road East, HAMILTON (905.574.0405) on Friday from 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm. A Funeral Mass of the Angels will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday September 8, 2018 at Incarnation of Our Blessed Lord (the corner of Nash Rd. and Barton St.) Please park in the mall across the street. Final Rites to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. Cremation. For those who wish, memorial donations made to the McMaster Children's Hospital would be appreciated. Please sign the online Book of Condolences at www.baygardens.ca

Guestbook

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Rosanne and Scott Holland (Facebook follower and friend)

Entered September 5, 2018 from Grimsby

So very sorry. She was so beautiful and strong.

Lui & Jen Marrello

Entered September 5, 2018

God Bless you little angel always. ❤

Morris and Lia leuzzi (Friends)

Entered September 5, 2018 from Hamilton

Rest In Peace little one god bless you

Donna Stampone (Grade 1 teacher)

Entered September 5, 2018 from ancaster

I am so sorry for your loss Mike, Dorthy and Christiano. I had the pleasure of spending time with Anya during her grade 1 year at St. Anns. Her smile, giggles and love for life always brought a smile to my face. She taught me many things but most importantly to live life to the fullest. Mike and Dorthy as I watched her journey I often thought about how very strong you both were and are. You did not leave any stone unturned and fought hard for every chance at life for your baby girl. My deepest condolences to your family. Big hugs and prayers. Heaven just opened the doors to another angel.

Cindy

Entered September 5, 2018 from Hamilton

May God bless your family in this difficult time. As he opens his arms and welcomes Anya to his home. You don't know me. I am a lab tech who did testing for Anya. As we watched her results she became part of us. We were always rooting for her and praying for her health. God Bless.