Josephine P. Martinez

Josie is survived by her son, Michael, and wife, Sara Martinez; her sister, Ruby Arangua (Gus); sister-in-law, Anna Peche; her granddaughters, Valerie Vargas and Michele Flores (Juan); and grandsons, Michael A Martinez (Megan), Johnny Ferro, and Stephen Haynes (Gabrielle). She is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Joshua, Isabella, and Caleb Vargas; Jana and Jake Flores, Madeleine and Maris Martinez, and Caius Haynes.

Josie is preceded in death by her parents, Miguel and Luz Pech; her husband, Ralph Sr.; her son, Ralph, Jr.; her daughter, Yvonne (Bonnie) Martinez; her sisters, Dolores Huron and Olga Cortez and her brother, Richard Pech.

Josie was a grand lady who loved her family and friends. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. She enjoyed cooking for her family, especially during the holidays. It brought much joy to her to see how everyone loved her turkey stuffing and all the fixings. Josie was a life-long member of St. Philip of Jesus Catholic Church which celebrated its 100th anniversary over a decade ago. She was an avid BINGO player and enjoyed gambling. If the opportunity presented itself, you could find Josie going to Louisiana to visit the Coushatta Casino Resort. Josie will be greatly missed and remembered always by her family and friends.

ROSARY

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2021

7:00 PM

PORTER LORING CHAPEL

FUNERAL MASS

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2021

1:00 PM

ST. PHILIP OF JESUS CATHOLIC CHURCH

131 BANK

Fr. Sean Stilson will officiate. Interment to follow at San Fernando Cemetery II. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.