She grew up in Barstow, California where she graduated from Barstow High School. Following graduation she started her career as a data processor at the Marine Corps logistic base.
She created a life for her and her daughter Stephanie in San Diego, California where she worked at the Navy base. Working hard and enjoying life to its fullest. Family and friends were here most valued treasures. She moved to Reno, Nevada for a few years just to see what life out there was all about and creating more memories and new friends. Finally settling back in Barstow, California to be closer to her parents and working at Fort Irwin National Training Center as a computer specialist for the Department of Defense. There is where she met her loving husband Vincent. They created many fun loving memories. Loved to travel and most of all loved sharing their travels with their two grandchildren Johnny and Ashley and later their great grandchildren, Jasper Nova and River.
She loved shopping, crafting, crocheting, reading and movies. But let’s not forget her love of Disneyland! Her Happy Place.
She loved spending time with all her brothers, sisters, sister in laws, nieces, nephews and cousins and dear friends. Family meant so much to her.
Cecilia is proceeded in death by her parents Fred and Cora Martinez. She is survived in death by her husband Vincent Goodale. Daughter Stephanie Soto ( spouse Johnny Soto Jr.). Grandson Johnny Soto III (spouse Priscilla Soto). Granddaughter Ashley Soto (spouse Kayla Soto). Great Grandchildren Jasper Soto, Nova Soto and River Soto. Brothers Fred Martinez, Albert Martinez (spouse Jil) and Ralph Martinez (spouse Dorothy). Sister Elenor Riddle. Among many nieces and nephews that loved her.
A visitation for Cecilia will be held Thursday, February 9, 2023 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Mead Mortuary, 36930 Irwin Rd, Barstow, California 92311. A rosary will occur Friday, February 10, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Saint Josephs Catholic Church, 505 E Mountain View St, Barstow, California 92311. A catholic mass will occur Friday, February 10, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Saint Josephs Catholic Church, 505 E Mountain View St, Barstow, California 92311. Reception following at Noonan Hall at St Joseph’s.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.meadcares.com for the Goodale family.
We here at Mead, offer our sincerest condolences to the family. Mead mortuary chapel and reception room are open for services at 100% capacity. If you need assistance, please call 760-256-5671 to speak with our staff. Our office area is open to the public however, we highly suggest that you call for an appointment before coming in so that you'll have our full attention and care. We are limiting our arrangement conferences to 4 guest until further notice. Thank you for your cooperation, we appreciate your understanding during this time.
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