passed away Friday, October 7, 2011 at her home in Suquamish, Washington at the age of 57.Martina was born on July 8, 1954 in Bremerton, WA. Affectionately known as "Momma Tina" to many, her presence will be missed by several generations of children she loved, nurtured and cared for.Martina was known for her grace, style and love of all things purple. Whether on Canoe Journey in summer months or at community gatherings in winter, she could always be found cooking with her famous Hot Sauce and volunteering for programs with youth. Martina was a devout Christian who loved singing, sweets and new age Slahal.She attended Central Kitsap High School and is survived by her children: Faith Anne Williams, Nic Armstrong, B.J. Armstrong and his wife Kelly, Madison Cordero, adopted son Chebon Tiger and grandchildren: Bearon Old Coyote, Koh-Kai and Awasis Williams all of Suquamish, WA. She also leaves behind her siblings: Joe Ives, Ray Ives, Pat Ives, Debbie DeCoteau, Betty DeCoteau, as well as many numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, aunties, uncles, extended family and friends. Martina was preceded in death by her parents Joe and Geneva Ives, son Santana Ives, sister Carmelita Seachord, niece Shannon Sullivan and her grandparents: Foster Jones, Clara Jones, Irvin Ives and Martina Ives.Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visitation on Saturday, October 15, 2011 from 10 AM until the funeral service begins at 11 AM at the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribal Gym in Kingston. Interment will take place at the tribal cemetery. A reception will follow. Please sign the online Guest Book for the family.
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