Carlos F. Martinez

He was enlisted in the U.S. Army for 4 years and was very proud to serve his country. He loved watching the Dallas Cowboys game and hated when they lost. When his grandson was born, he was very happy because he knew that he would traditionally carry his last name for years to come. As a grandfather, he would teach and show his grandson how to use different tools around the house. He would call his grandson “Guero” and loved him unconditionally.

We also want to give a special thank you to Dr. Laura Cisneros, Dr. Downey, and her nurse, Bonnie Sterlin from Harlingen; MD. Anderson, doctors and staff who cared for him throughout his stay. Also to all family and friends for their kind words and prayers thought out this past year and four months. Words can’t express how grateful our family is.

Mr. Martinez is preceded in death by his parents, Emilia Martinez and Salvador Martinez Sr.; brother, Jorge Martinez; sister, Alma Martinez; and his friend, Jose Luis Cruz.

Carlos is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Irma C. Martinez; two daughters, Susan Martinez and Lorena Martinez; son, Carlos L. Martinez Jr.; grandson, Carlos L. Martinez III; three sisters, Esther Martinez Beck, Kay (John) Snavely, and Gregoria (Shelby Easterwood) McLaughlin; two brothers, Salvador Martinez Jr., and Sergio Martinez; and his loving family member, Ameli G. Martinez.

Visitation will be held Friday, June 27, 2014 from 3:00p.m. to 10:00p.m. with a Rosary to be conducted at 7:00p.m. at Funeraria Del Angel Buena Vista.

Mass will be held Saturday, June 28, 2014 at 11:00a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel located on 1055 Military Hwy., followed by committal service at Buena Vista Burial Park.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Greg Padilla, Mario Molina, Julio Raygoza, Oscar Garza, Gilbert Sanchez, Juan Sanchez Jr., Victor Alaniz, and Jesus Andrade.

You may view the obituary of Carlos L. Martinez Sr. at www.MeM.com.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Funeraria Del Angel Buena Vista, cemeteries, and mausoleums. 125 McDavitt Blvd., Brownsville, Texas 78521 (956) 541-5400. Dignity Memorial Provider.