Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I miss you Dad...Always on my mind and in my heart day and night. The memories I have of you I keep close to my heart. When I think of heros your name is the only one that comes to my mind. It feels my heart with such pride and joy when I tell my children (your grandkids) stories of you. The person you were loving sweet kind thoughtful to everyone you met. I try to follow in your footsteps sometimes I have my moments but I think of what you would do and what you would have wanted. I hope you qre proud of the person ive become. You make me a better person each and every day. I love you and miss you so much....one day we shall return to each other lives once more and picked up right where we left off. I love you forever and always...

Deseree Martinez
PROUD Daughter Of A Fallen Hero

January 23, 2024

I will never forget the call to my grandma when She got from this news. And how much she pushed for me to meet family in Rawlins , being 17 and this man shakes my hand and says My dad is is cousin and he hasn’t seen him in many moons . It was his daughters graduation party . It was nice to meet him

Nico Martinez
Family

October 9, 2023

Cpl. Martinez,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Wyoming. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement then that of a Corrections Officer.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

June 26, 2022

Sorry this is so late:
To my Cousin Wayne, even though I did not see much of you when we moved to Cali, I remember you and or your brother as little kids running around or sitting around with Grandpa Max and Grandma Phyllis at their home. As I was much older than you, all my (you) little cousins looked alike, probably the Martinez in us. I did see your Mom and Dad in you too. I was proud of you serving as a Corporal for DOC in Wyoming and it still breaks our hearts when it gets close to your birthday. Your are always in my mother and fathers prayers. As a US Marine our Motto is "Semper Fidelis = Always Faithful" So to you my cousin I say Semper Fi. When I do get to Rawlins I stop by the memorial they have for you and think of you running around as a kid still. Take care and god bless.

Former US Marine Sgt. D. Romero III
Cousin

February 22, 2021

Cpl. Martinez,

I think of you and that terrible day from time to time, as I am on this day. You were always good to us. I hope you are at peace and that your family is also in a good place in life.

Chris Nelson (civilian)
Former WSP inmate (1994-1998)

August 29, 2020

Happy Birthday Dad.

Nina Martinez
Daughter

March 5, 2020

God bless You Corporal Martinez. RIP. I saw your story on a television show. I was saddened. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Donna W
Private Citizen

January 5, 2020

Thinking of you Wayne. 22 years have passed and you are still in our hearts. Your memory lives in each of us. Love you Cuz.

Janell Benitez
cousin

June 27, 2019

Rest in peace Corporal Martinez.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 3, 2019

My brother and him worked together

Gary Evertsen
GE Safety

November 8, 2018

Happy Birthday Dad.

Nina Martinez
Daughter

March 6, 2018

19 years later we are still telling your story and what happened in the academy. You will never be forgotten

Officer Rector
Wyoming Department of Corrections

February 23, 2017

Thank you for serving in our country's law enforcement. RIP and my prayers be with your family.

John Haseltine - Civilian

January 5, 2017

Lord, when it’s time to go inside,
That place of steel and stone.
I pray that you will keep me safe,
So I won’t walk alone.
Help me to do my duty,
Please watch me on my rounds.
Amongst those perilous places
And slamming steel door sounds.
God, Keep my fellow Officers
Well and free from harm.
Let them know I’ll be there too,
Whenever there’s alarm.
Above all when I walk my beat,
No matter where I roam.
Let me go back whence I came,
To family and home.

RIP We have the watch now

Officer Tony Woodruff
WDOC

May 18, 2016

Another year has passed since the citizens of Wyoming lost a hero essential to their well being. Your are not forgotten Corporal. R.I.P. God Bless.

Retired Prison Guard G.S. SIEGRIST
County of Bucks, Pa.

June 26, 2015

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 26, 2015

I had the opportunity to work with Wayne from 1995 until his passing. He was always smiling and I always saw him during shift change (he was on 1st Shift, I was on 2nd). I had the chance to briefly talk to him the day before he died. He told me about his girls excitement about going to Disneyland on that Saturday. He also said he was looking forward to the "rest" and vacation. That was a sad day in Rawlins and for all of the Correctional Officers at the Penitentiary at that time.

David Everett.......Sergeant
WSP 1995-2007

April 17, 2015

I knew Wayne Martinez from the time we were 10 years old until his death and we spent 5 years working together daily. Wayne was a good officer and had the ability to handle stressful situations but remain upbeat at the same time. He always encouraged me to stick with the job and we leaned on each other during a great friendship and mutual respect. I often have dreams of working with him and the funny sayings he always had, that is what sticks with me and makes me smile. The day we lost him changed me and many others forever. RIP Big W!

Sgt. Daniel Schisel (ret.)
Wyoming DOC

May 21, 2014

Its amazing to see that there is a lot of good people in world and this country that are out to protect the people. To this officer who was doing his Job making sure the inmants stay locked up útil their time is up, he did his Job fair well my respects to corporal Martínez and my prayers for his family this officer William never be forgotten and Will remáin a héro in oír hearts and minds, i thank you and want to let all your family that either this officers as well as the people who were let behind with his memory he will never be forgoton.

Armando Méndez
Student at Mission Hill High School in San Marcos, CA

May 16, 2013

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 15th anniversary year of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

I pray for solace for all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

November 30, 2012

I did get the opportunity or the pleasure to meet you, but I hear about you constantly from the ones who remember. Thank You for your service and for what you have done.

Sgt Justin Autrey
Wyoming DOC

February 8, 2012

Rest in Peace Brother...keep an eye on us from Above

Policeman
Phoenix PD Brother in Blue

October 15, 2010

Cpl. Martinez, thank you for your service and dedication. Neither you, nor your sacrifice, will ever be forgotten.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal

March 28, 2010

Dad, you will never be forgotten. Theres not a day that passes that I dont remember you. For the little time I had with you, youve tought me so much. The stories and memories people share cant compare to the memories that I had with you when I was little. I only wish that you could see your grand-children. You and grandma will forever be in my heart and your courage will never be forgotten. I love you and I will never forget you.

Your pumkin, Nina Marie

Nina Martinez,
Daughter

October 10, 2008

On this the 11 year anniversary of your receiving your
wings to enter heaven I wish you peace and your family
a heart filled with joy that comes from memories held.
Rest in Peace.

Mother of a Police Officer

June 29, 2008