William Gerald Martinez, Sr., age 67, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2011. Beloved husband of Joan B. Martinez. Father of William G. Martinez, Jr., Jeanne Marie Martinez and Wanda Jean Martinez. Grandfather of Amanda Lynn Martinez, Anthony Coleman Garrett, Britain Constance Ann Martinez, Emily Lauren Martinez, William Patrick Martinez and Jacques Edwin Broden. Great grandfather of Gabrielle Elaina Martinez, Kaydence Thomas, Brittan Conrad Martinez and Morgan Jennifer Garrette. Son of the late Goldie Mae and Gilbert George Martinez. Brother of George Martin, Mae Taviano, Gloria Barletter, Kenneth Martinez and the late Gordon Ray Martinez.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie on Friday October 21, 2011 at 2:00 pm. Visitation from 12:00 pm until time of service. Condolences may be offered at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.