Michael Perry Martin

Michael Perry Martin, 23, of Aurora, Colorado passed away peacefully at Children's Hospital on January 2, 2020. He was an amazing young man who defied the odds and had a full and adventurous life despite many health challenges.
Michael graduated from Eaglecrest High School in 2015. He participated in numerous school activities and community events including the National Sports Center for the Disabled, Ability Camps with the Broncos, Rockies and Avalanche players. He traveled coast to coast from San Francisco, Los Angeles and Palm Springs to Niagara Falls and Orlando Disney World and Universal Studios. Michael took annual road trips to visit family in Nebraska, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Michael was also the recipient of a Make-A-Wish trip and traveled to the Bahamas on a Disney Cruise.
Born on September 11, 1996 he is survived by his father Perry W. Martin of Denver, Colorado and mother Molly (Fred) Lorenzo of Lahaina, Hawaii. Survivors also include his beloved sister Lea J. Martin of Aurora, brother Joseph P. Martin of Colorado Springs and grandmother Colita "Jeanne" Moss (Albert Abraham) of Apple Valley, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Joseph and Caroline Martin and grandfather Myron "Mike" Moss.
Michael taught us patience and perseverance, to love unconditionally without judgment, to communicate without words and to accept others knowing that we are more alike than we are different. He was a true fighter and never let on how much he endured. He gave us perspective on what is truly important in life and to be grateful for each new day.
Throughout his life he was surrounded by the caring hearts of nurses and caregivers with whom he enjoyed spending time and developed special relationships.
Michael will forever have an impact on the lives he touched and will always be in our hearts. He was an inspiration of strength and courage to everyone.
A Celebration of Life for Michael will be held on Friday September 11, 2020 1pm at Horan and McConaty; 11150 E. Dartmouth Ave. Aurora, CO 80014. The family invites you to join them for a reception at the Double Tree Hotel; 13696 E. Iliff Ave. Aurora, CO 80014 at approximately 2pm, immediately following the service.