Paul Martinez

Paul was born in Florence, Texas on May 22nd 1938 to Gregorio and Luz Martinez. He served in the Military, Branch U.S. Navy. Retired butcher at HEB of 30 years. He was married to Grace Acevedo and had five children.

Paul had a passion for fishing, playing pool, poker, and loved to draw. In his early years, he raised birds, giving him the nickname “Bird Man.” He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit. He was always at family gatherings with new magic tricks and sharing a Tall Tale story.

Paul was preceded in death by his father Gregorio, his mother Luz Martinez, sister Lucy Guajardo, and nephews Gabriel and Tony Guajardo.

Paul is survived by his children, Vickie M. Patterson, Susie Arocha (husband Robert), Paul Gary Martinez (wife Melissa), Gilbert Martinez (wife Leslie), and Michelle Martinez.

His siblings, brother Joe Martinez (wife Becky), sisters Carolyn Garcia (husband Raymond), Susie Bracomontez (husband Gene), Celia Villarreal (husband Jerry), Linda Conde (husband Isidro), brother-in-law Paul Guajardo.

Paul had 15 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

Viewing will be held on Friday, January 10th at the Gabriels Funeral Chapel, Georgetown, Texas from 6-8 PM.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 11th at 10 AM at The Gabriels Funeral Chapel. Burial will be held at the Georgetown Memorial Cemetery.