Luis Garcia Martinez
August 19, 1927 -
April 16, 2013
85, of Hughson went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, the 16th of April. He was born to Felicitas Garcia and Julian Martinez in Clifton Arizona on August 19, 1927. He married Alfonsa Alvarado and had 9 children. A pivotal day in his life was November 21, 1963 when he became a born-again Christian as a result of his wife's diligent prayers. He founded a church in Hughson, CA in 1972 where he pastored for 36 years. Together he and his wife served and loved the Lord and the legacy he leaves behind is that all his children and grandchildren love and serve the Lord. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, a sister and three brothers. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Alfonsa Martinez, his children: Eva Olivas (Adrian) and Ruth Flores (Jorge) of Ceres; Luis Martinez (Norma) and Felicitas Martinez of Hughson; Hilda Robles (Cesar) of Modesto; Julian Martinez (Lidia) of Woodland; Joel Martinez (Debra) of Oakdale; Esteban Martinez (Veronica) of Turlock; Noemi Conchola (Gary) of Georgia; 24 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; his sisters, Isabel Rosales, Aurora Martinez and Ofelia Martinez of Mexico.
A service will be held on April 20, 11:00 am, at One Church Bethel Campus, 2361 Scenic Dr.
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What a great legacy Pastor Martinez has left for his family! Greater than his faithfulness in ministry is the fact that all his children serve The Lord!
What an amazing legacy!
On behalf of the NPLAD District and the Ovalle Family we extend our sincerest condolences.
Bendiciones,
NPLAD Superintendent
Rev. Ovalle
Roger Ovalle
April 25, 2013
Grandpa, I love you and I miss you. Save a place for me.
Jaqueline Martinez Colin
April 22, 2013
My condolences to all of Rev. Luis Martinez's children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and relatives. Brother Martinez was a faithful and committed servant of God. I can imagine that brother Luis is now rejoicing and leaping for joy, as he is welcomed by Jesus, and as he hears Jesus say: " Well done good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness! May God comfort and bless each and everyone of you!
Mary Posos
April 20, 2013
My God comfort each n every heart that you touched, the loss of a loved one is never easy. But, knowing that ONE day there will be a reunion in Heaven is the greatest comfort of them all.
Rosalinda Lozano
April 18, 2013
Very sad to learn of your family's loss and the passing of Brother Martinez. May you be comforted knowing that your loved one is resting in the arms of God. As you honor your father's life, may the Holy Spirit give you peace and joy at this time.
Lydia Lopez Garcia
April 18, 2013
Joel, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Janet and Larry Tennison
April 18, 2013
We celebrate your life. I will cherish the memories forever. Love you Daddy!
Joel Martinez
April 18, 2013
Deri (Daddy) ¡Te quiero mucho! Te voy a extrañar pero un día te veré. Hasta luego.
Hilda Robles
April 18, 2013
We celebrate a Daddy's life. I will cherish the memories forever. Love you Dad.
April 18, 2013
Nos espera allá en la gloria. ¡Qué gozo está sintiendo al estar contemplando el rostro de quien murió para salvarle! We rejoice in his "Homecoming and crowning!"
Eva Olivas
April 18, 2013
our thoughts and prayers are with all of you,love from Georgia Nancy and Ed Sanders
Nancy Sanders
April 18, 2013
Daddy, I love you and miss you so much, my comfort is that we will all see you again...holding on to the good memories of you...
Felicitas Martinez
April 18, 2013
My daddy was a man that loved and served the Lord with all his heart. Daddy, ya no estas aqui, pero un dia te volvere a ver.
Ruth Flores
April 18, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Lakewood Funeral Home
April 16, 2013
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