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Obituary- Martinek, Clarence

Clarence Joe Martinek

Clarence Joe Martinek, 86, of Topeka, passed away at his home, Sun., October 21, 2012.

Clarence was born Nov. 20, 1925, in Rossville to Steven A. and Mary (Bravens) Martinek. He married Betty Bond January 17, 1948 at Holy Name Church. She survives. He was preceded in death by three children, Daniel Martinek, Cindy Scott and Mark Martinek and his great-grandson, Jacob Cain.

He co-founded Martinek & Flynn Siding and Windows in 1957. Clarence had assisted people with their taxes for 63 years beginning his sophomore year in college. He hunted and fished as a younger man, but was most known to be a hard worker.

Survivors include his wife of almost 65 years, Betty Martinek, Topeka; their children, Deb Flynn (Rick), Darrell Martinek (Brenda) and Tina Hunter (Shane); 20 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.

Family will greet friends Wed. at Mater Del Holy Name Catholic Church from 4 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. followed by family sharing memories. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Thurs. at Mater Del Holy Name Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be sent to Mater Del Parish, Midland Hospice or Helping Hands Humane Society sent in care of Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Rd., Topeka, KS 66614. Online condolences may be sent to www.kevinbrennanfamily.com