Just another sleepless night at 2am and I'm going back through all these pictures and memories of my Mom. Almost 8 years have passed, and I still, and always will miss you. I talk to you in Heaven but we wish you were here with us. Someday the day will come and we'll ALL be together again. Until then, I just was thinking about you Mom. Love, your #1 (kid) Sandy

It's been exactly 4 years today since you've been gone..I miss you, and think about you EVERY day..Our family will never be the same without you.. We keep trying though.. I need my Mom back, but I know God will reunite us again someday soon, and that keeps me going on days when I feel hopeless and alone. I love you MOM...Sandy

Dave and I went to put flowers out for you the day after Grandpa Martinez was laid to rest. (8/3/17) I kneeled down on your headstone and made you a promise to handle a problem...Just want to say that I did what I swore to you I would take care of Mom..I miss you every day.

 Love, Sandy

This morning before it was light outside I found Madeline playing with a doll you got Charlotte for her first Christmas. For a moment it was like you were there with her. I'd like to think watching over her.

Mom..I miss you every day. I found a picture of you with Dad,Jessica and Melissa at our ranch taken in 1994..You were sitting on one of my horses..You told me that Antares looked must like your horse, "Big Red", that you rode when you were young..I remember that day because I REALLY had to nag you to even get on Antares so I could take that picture.. But once we got you in the saddle, the smile on your face was priceless!! I love you Mom, and look forward to seeing you again in Heaven,God willing!! Sandy

Today isn't special, just another tuesday in the middle of June..just thinking about you. My kids are doing great, Trinity ended her elementary school years with straight A's & perfect attendance for all 6 years, & Carsen will start Kindergarten this July..I however, am just the same, almost the same, well, not really I guess..Its just an ordinary day & I miss you. I love you Mom.

At these times of tribulation in our family, Mother; We are missing you. So because you taught us, showed us and we feel strength in Love and a "Belief System." GOD..... including Loving Jesus Christ, gives us an "Eternal Life" with you. Believing that causes us to endure and continue to honor you and pray together.

What a beautiful day without this day the world would have never been blessed... feeling your footsteps atouch this earth..or how many hearts you would break when you left..Mama tell Granny we said Happy Birthday...Love All of Us that miss you so deeply

Mama I'm so worried bout Daddy...He Hurts and He NEEDS YOU..It breaks my heart God took you..I can't HELP Daddy Mama..WERE LOST without YOU!!

Thank you for the life you gave me...only those who are "virtuous"are in "harmony"with nature..I MISS YOU SO MAMA!!

"Mama".....I know I'm not what you wanted me to be..I know I could've been more than I am..I made you think that my mind was fine, you listened to me & our time was so blind..I wanted to tell you so many things; the boys; my new peace and a few little things...But we said our goodbye, we laughed & we cried on the evening before..my Daddy's love died. Mama, I'll miss you; I don't understand..how now "God" is the only one holding your hand...(I miss you Mama!! Love, your little girl, Elizabeth Martinez

Having a Mother is a very "Special" and "Blessed" experience in this life. I have had Mom in my life, most of my 51 year old life and I always knew she was on this Earth, praying and watching over "Her Family. "
I felt secure knowing she, in this life, was my guide,spiritually at my side; always guiding me in the Holy Spirit.
I feel an overwhelming sense of loss but, yet through her guidance, I was taught to firmly believe that our Spirits will meet again, dwell in new bodies, on a new earth when Christ calls forward all of his faithful, loving people; we will all be together again;She is surely one of them. 
I Will Miss the LIGHT of HER Spirit Guiding Me.

My memory of the very first time I met my sister-in-law Lois: 

At age 14, I was just getting to know Joe, Lois's 14 year old brother-in-law. Lois was already married to Joe's older brother Efrain. I was very nervous to meet them, but Lois was so soft spoken and so nice, I was comfortable with her right away. She had beautiful long hair and I remember thinking she was the prettiest lady I had ever met. And it didn't take long for me to see, that Lois was beautiful on the inside too.  She had a quiet dignity, so gentle, kind and caring. When ten years had gone by, and Joe and I set our wedding date, she became my maid-of-honor.  That was over 40 years ago, and one of the nicest things that happened on my wedding day, was that Lois and I were no longer just friends, we became sister-in-laws too.

Lois, I'm only one of many. You were special to each of us. How very lucky we were to have you. We love you. You will forever be missed.

I treasure all the moments we spent together I love you grandma.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

 Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
 Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
 That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
 God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

 It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

 God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not  be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me. 

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

It's so hard to believe she is gone, we were related by marriage when we were in our teens, seems like she's been in our lives forever.  I am sooo sorry for our loss.  my kids fondly remember visiting on Bolton Road when
you lived there.                Love Betty and Family

Grandma was always there for the most important times in my life from my high school graduation, college graduation, my wedding day and to celebrate the birth of my first daughter. I will always cherish these memories that I have of her.

So sad to hear of your loss! We just talked in March when I lost my mom. Lois was the kindest, gentlest woman who loved deeply. She always treated my brother and I as we were nieces and nephews not the cousins of! My prayers are with you all at this sorrowful time! Love to you all

I just seen you a few weeks ago after my Mom passed. You showed your love and support. I'm just so happy we got to see each other. RIP Aunt Lois you will be missed.

My most treasured memories of Aunt Lois are from my childhood growing up around my cousins.  Me and my brothers, Don and Dwayne spends some fun weekends and summer days with Aunt Lois, Uncle Efrain, Sandy and Dee Dee at the house on Bolton Road in Oakley.  We all loved that house and the times spent with them.  Aunt Lois was a very kind and caring person.  She will be missed by many.  Although, I didn't see her much the last several years, any time we would be together it was as comfortable as always.  I love you Aunt Lois and my heart is sad.  I will remember you fondly for the rest of my life.  I love you.  Please watch over Uncle Ef, the girls and all your grand and great-grand babies.

"Lois, you held a place in our family, with quiet dignity and grace...and a special place in our hearts with love."

There are (3) things no one can take away from us; LOVE, FAITH, AND MEMORIES!  Lois, you will always share a special place in my heart!
Love always, Delia.

Aunt Lois had a welcoming heart. The first day I met the family, she walked right up to me and introduced herself.  I will remember her smile, warm eyes, and quiet nature. Rest at peace.

I will miss my Nina who always treated me kindly and was very sweet with me. She had a great sense of humor and would make me laugh. I will miss her warmth, her kindness, and her tender spirit. I will miss you Nina.

To my sister-in-law, known you since i was a toddler, you were always so sweet to us. We always loved you, and we will miss you. Blessings to brother Ef and the kids.

My fondest memorie of my cousin Lois, is her smile.. And a very warm greeting. Either I would turn and catch your eye or you would turn n catch my eye, but I would always get a ear-to-ear smile from you.. And of course a hug.. You will be GREATLY MISSED, rest in peace my Cuz'n..

OBITUARY

Lois Evelyn Martinez

14 October, 1943 – 15 November, 2013

Brentwood Funeral Home

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