A native of Wichita Falls Texas and resident of Prairieville, he passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at the age of 49. He is survived by a son, Travis Martinez; daughter, Kelly Martinez; sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Rodney Goforth; brother, Gary Martinez; mother of his children, Penny Martinez; best friend, Mike Garner; cousin and friend, Rafe Barbaree; numerous other family members; and a beloved pet, Rudy. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jacinto Yabarra Martinez & Bell Marie Williams Martinez. There will be a visitation Monday, March 12 at Philippians Church, 13353 Highway 44, Gonzales, LA, from 5-9pm, service at 6:30pm
Interment and graveside service will be in Queen City Cemetery in Queen City, Texas on Tuesday, March 13 at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can may be made for his children's education to UCB Account # 1344738. To offer condolences to the family, please visit www.oursofh.com.