Rachel passed away on July 8, 2022 of natural causes. Rachel will be remembered for her unwavering devotion to her disabled son, Christopher, whom she loved above all else. She was a devout Catholic, and attended St. John Fisher Church in Rancho Palos Verdes, where she created flower arrangements for Mass.
She is survived by her son Christopher, her daughters Carmela Bowen and Marta Taylor, and siblings Joe Martinez, Luis Martinez, and Teresa Martinez.