Armand J. Martini

Armand (Marty) Joseph Martini passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 22, 2026 in Tallahassee Fl..

Born in Fall River, Ma., on July, 10, 1941 to Adrian & Sue (Angelini) Martini.

Eternity just got a lot more Vibrant with him continuing to share his jokes & Real life stories, with his contagious Laugh & Smile.

A TRUE American & Legend, Never fearing death, Living on the Edge in 3rd World Countries as an Under-cover Foreign Intelligence Agent in the Covert Actions Counter Terrorism Command in SE Asia, Central America, Africa, the Far & Middle East, as well as his career originating in the U.S. Navy serving w/integrity & respect for over 4 Decades, being in the most volatile Hot Spots, taking it on Solo, being on the Move Authentically, Diplomatically, with focus on Faith & doing the right thing. Living a Full Life to tell about his adventures, Everyone magnetized to him, always wanting to hear more.

While being Retired in Virginia on 9-11, the calls to him were endless immediately upon attack of the Country he gave blood for, proudly served & Loved. Armand knew "Who was behind this attack of Terrorism." He was the "Go,To" for the unbiased Facts & Truth directly, not relying on perception or speculation & once again, he was Spot on in minutes, telling others, Our Couuntry has changed.

His acclaimed "Hobbies" included, being a Master Black Belt in Karate, Knife throwing, Tai Chi & Champion Accordionist starting at the young age of 5, Winning EVERY Contest w/his dynamic rendition of "Lady of Spain", having the gift of perfect pitch! He prided teaching others his self-defense tactics, being aware of your surroundings & survival skills.

He leaves behind a Loving Family, who literally were his Heartbeats living out his Legacy of Life. Cathy (Martini), Rai, Armand (AJ) Berzins, Emma, Ava, Kia, Jenna (Berzins), Jesse, Jianna & Jaxon Kirk. Erica, Brett, "Joseph" Tennessee, Jessica, Juliette, & Jerome Scott. John Martini, Susan (Martini), Joe, David (Alex), Jeffrey (Charlie) Soares along with many nieces, nephews, cousins & friends.

Here were a few Mantra key points he lived by.

There are worse things than death, Live every day as if it were your last with no Regrets. LOVE our Country & Our Flag. Be Proud & have Respect being an American. Get the facts from those who have served & lived it. For they are the ones who truly know the truth, prior to false judgments, criticisms & opinions. Own your mistakes, forgive & make no excuses. If you make the same Mistake twice, you didn't grow/learn. You have 2 wide open ears & a mouth w/a flap. Listen more, talk less, go by your instinct & gut. They will never fail you. You'll live in Peace commanding respect, living a Good Life.

Please share a story as to How he Impacted You. The Memories will Live on through his Impact & Love.

"CIAO" for now & God Bless each & every one of you!

Obituary written by his daughter with love. 

Armand's Funeral Mass will be held Friday, October 2, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., at Good Shepard Parish, 1598 S. Main St, Fall River, MA, 02724. 

Followed by a Graveside Committal at Notre Dame Cemetery, 1540 Stafford Rd, Fall River, MA, 02721.