Jesse G. Martinez

Jesse Guerrero Martinez was born on December 14, 1934 in the beautiful city of Phoenix, Arizona. His parents were Jesus and Frances Martinez. He grew up being very close to his sister Ermina Gomez. Jesse would tell the story that he would have to play dolls with his sister so his sister would agree to play soldiers with him. They were much more than brother and sister, they were truly best friends and had a mutual love and respect for one another.

Jesse went on to join the Marine Corps where he became a boxer and expert shooter. He always enjoyed life to the fullest. He loved to talk to friends, go to church, loved to go out to eat, loved to record his music, read the newspaper. He was an excellent singer and often sang at church or with the mariachi.

He got a job at CalTrans with the State of California in August of 1965 where he worked for 27 years. He enjoyed his work and took care of all the CalTrans vehicles in the garage in Downtown Los Angeles.

He was a very hard working man. He worked two jobs for many years, he loved doing projects around the house. He was a very proud man. Proud to work everyday, never 11 depended on anybody.

He was the father of four children: Jesse Anthony Martinez; Morris Martinez (RIP); Martha Martinez and Jesus Martinez. He also leaves behind 6 grandchildren: Hope Martinez; Jesse Martinez, Jr.; Levy Martinez; Robert Trevor Magana; Brandon Magana and Morenci Elisa Martinez.

In August of 2019 he lost the love of his life, his wife Consuelo Sotelo Martinez. He was lost without her. He didn't quite laugh the same and her memories were with him until the end. On May 21, 2020 the Lord called upon him to join his wife in heaven. They will now be together forever, both with a smile on their face.

Thank you to all friends and family who gave him the love and understanding. Thank you to all for visiting him and being a part of his life. May the Lord bless you all.