Fernando Valentin Martinez

Fernando was born in Fresno, California on October 26, 1963. He was the son of Alma Irene Medina and Daniel Martinez, both originally from Texas. He resided in Fresno with his wife, Lydia Martinez, and son, Adrian Martinez.

Fernando graduated from Monache High School in Porterville, California where he spent his childhood with his mom and siblings. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his children, Fernando Martinez Jr., Danny Martinez, Fernando Martinez Jr., Anthony Martinez, Priscilla Martinez, and Adrian Martinez; his siblings, John Warner, Rosa Perez, Erlinda Jenkins, Elizabeth Castilleja, Joe Bermudez, Eddie Ramos, and Eugene Ramos.