Zeke was born March 1, 1974 in Laguna Vista, TX to the late Esiquiel Sr. and Imelda Martinez. On February 13, 1999, he married Johanna, they have two rainbow miracle children, Nesiah Lynn and Zeke III “Papi Chulo”, who were his motivation and source of his love.
He was a hardworking man who valued family, loved to BBQ for any occasion and dance to any kind of music. He was a music fan of all kind and tuned into the Bobby Bones Show daily. When Zeke walked into a room, everyone noticed and was drawn to his infectious personality. He was known for his kindness and compassionate spirit, and he loved being surrounded by family, friends and was a big hugger. He touched so many hearts with numerous memories to cherish and had the biggest heart for everyone. He was a man of faith who loved God and loved to serve others. He was a longtime member of the St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, attended weekly and loved to go visit his mother after.
Zeke was preceded in death by his dad, Esiqiuel Martinez, Sr. Left to treasure his memories are his loving wife of 22 years, Johanna Lynn Martinez, his wonderful children, Nesiah Lynn, Esiquiel III “Papi Chulo”, his mother, Imelda Martinez, his siblings Ana Martinez, Viviana Martinez, Mark Martinez (Kristy), Silvana Arriaga (Jhon), his sister-in-law Janice Sidibe, in-laws Diana Perez (Melvin), and many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.cookwaldencapitalparks.com for the Martinez family.