Richard is preceded in death by his parents Rosa/Fernando Martinez, brothers Alex and Charles. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Frances. Five children, Edward, Elizabeth, Rick, Melissa (Juan) and Fernando, 17 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Daddy enjoyed spending time with his 3 sons at the baseball fields as well as his weekly game of golf. He enjoyed working in the yard, and spending time with his kids and grandkids. Then at the end of the day he would relax and watch a good western.