Chelsea Dawn Martinez

Chelsea Dawn Edwards Martinez

7/27/1990 - 7/15/2025

Was born July 27, 1990 to two very happy parents Donald Edwards and Lisa Wagner Love. Chelsea lived her life with gusto, she was a friend to all, a lover of animals and a ray of sunshine to every room she entered. Growing up her constant companions were Miranda Vasquez, Cassandra Egger and Andrew Edwards, they grew up making mischief and filling their days with memories. When Chelsea entered high school, she did not realize she would meet the love of her life, Lupe Martinez. Chelsea and Lupe were married on April 2, 2016, and created a life with their dogs Rosie, Tonks and Luna. They worked hard and enjoyed their families but tragically Lupe passed March 6, 2022 and Chelsea lost a huge part of herself.

Now we have tragically lost our beautiful girl, our lives grew a little darker on July 15, 2025. She was a caring, loving soul in life and continued that spirit in death, Chelsea was able to donate organs to help others live.

Chelsea is survived by her parents Donald and Stephanie Edwards Centerville, IA, Mom Lisa Love Quinlan, TX , siblings Miranda Vasquez (Freddie) Garland, TX, Cassandra Egger Quinlan, TX, Andrew Edwards Kansas City, MO, Cassady Dean (Bob) Ames, IA, In-laws Joaquin and Maria Griselda, Jessica (Jairo, Aurelio, Aziel) Monroe, Jennifer Martinez Grandparents Rick and Charlotte Davis Warrenton, MO, Geri Gardner Corydon, IA, Stephen & Barb Gardner Centerville, IA as well as many aunts, uncle, cousins and friends. Chelsea was preceded in death by her husband Lupe Martinez, Grandparents Larry Wagner, Marie DeBoer.

Her Iowa family will be Celebrating Chelsea's life Saturday July 19th, 2025, from 11:30-2:00 at Faith Community Church 23851 Hwy 5, Centerville, IA 52544.

Her TX family will be celebrating her life at a time to be determined.

In lieu of flowers please find it in your heart to Donate to Furever Friends Rescue of Appanoose Inc. 19507 Hwy 2 Centerville, IA 52544.