Matt G. Martinez Sr.

My great grandpa was a true hero. I love and miss him everyday!!

To the family of Matt Martinez, Sr.
I'm sorry to hear about Matt's passing. I had relatives that lived at 2302 E. 1st for many years; the Dickersons. My parents and my brother and I lived next door for a while as well; the Rades. I remember as a kid in the 1950s going to Matt's El Rancho with my family and friends quite often. We always entered through the screen door in the back and walked through the kitchen to the dining room. And Matt was always there to greet us. He is an Austin...

Remembered Matt from when I was a child living in Austin. He knew my Mom and Dad. Even as a child I remember him being so kind. And can never forget the "good" food. NC has a few Mexican restaurants, but nothing to compare with El Rancho. Very sad to hear of Matt's death.

My late father-in-law, Arthur Casiraghi, paid Mr. Martinez the ultimate compliment possible from him - eating in his restaurant on his day off. One of his last social outings was to a birthday party for Mr. Martinez which he enjoyed so much. El Mat is a part of Austin heritage and we join his family in mourning his loss.

To the Martinez Family

I am sorry to hear of Mr. Martinez passing. As a child, I remember eating at the old locations and being told of stories of the all the differnt high chairs ( GIVING MY AGE AWAY !! ) that were used.

No one could prepare true mexican food like Mr Martinez and everytime I come to town to visit I have at least one if not two meals at the new location on south lamar.

Thank you Mr. Martinez for who you were and how you taugh the...

dearest martinez family :
our heartfelt sympathies for you loss. Mr. and Mrs Martinez taught their children well on how to be hospitable and caring . The Martinez family and Matt's El Rancho will live forever in our hearts. You will always be an icon in the Austin Community.
sincerely ,
Mrs Terry M. Johnson

Barbara & I send our heartfelt condolescences to the Martinez family. Your father was sweet & dear gentleman. God Bless you all.
Barbara M. Whitehead
Bruce A. Safley

You were a hero to all Uncle Matt. You were so loved by everyone. May you rest in peace. Love, your neices' Veronica "Ronnie" Martinez,Diana Martinez Vaughn and your brother Pete Martinez.