Martin Martinez Jr.

Martin was raised and educated in Galveston, where he graduated from Ball High School in 1988 and went on to earn an associate’s degree. He discovered his passion for his career as a shift traffic coordinator at NuStar Energy in Texas City, TX, where he dedicated many years of service. After his health began to decline, Martin focused on his well-being with regular physical therapy at PAM and dialysis sessions at DaVita in La Marque, TX.

In his free time, Martin cherished moments spent with his family. His weekends were filled with family gatherings, cheering on his daughter at softball games, supporting the 49ers and Boston Red Sox, or simply enjoying the evening outdoors with his wife and granddaughter.

Martin’s radiant smile, quick wit, and loving nature will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses, doctors, therapists, and all healthcare professionals for their dedicated care and support.

Thank you, friends and family, for your unwavering support and love for Martin. Your presence and care were his greatest source of strength.

Martin was preceded in death by his parents, Martin Martinez Villarreal and Manuela Martinez, and his brother Heriberto Gutierrez.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 27 years, Regina Martinez; his daughter Samantha (Martinez) Garay and her husband Feliciano Garay; his beloved granddaughter Emery Garay; his sisters Yolanda Martinez, Beatriz Rodriguez, and Rosa Martinez Velazquez; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws.

A visitation and reception will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Forest Park East Funeral Home in Webster. A funeral mass will take place on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. at St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church in Texas City, with interment to follow at Forest Park East Cemetery.