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Mary Martinez Obituary
Mary was born in Bryan, Texas, to Nellie Lopez and Juan Rodriguez. Her family moved to California when she was about one year old, and they eventually made Bakersfield home.
Mary attended Mt. Vernon School, Sierra Jr. High, East Bakersfield High, Foothill High, Bakersfield College, and University of Phoenix. During her lifetime, she worked at Ted's department store, Bolthouse Farms, and eventually in 1978 began employment with the County of Kern, where she ultimately retired from the Department of Human Services in 2011.
Mary was preceded in death by her mother; father; and brothers, Jeff, David, Danny Lopez, and Raymond Juarez. She is survived by her daughter, Eva Navejas; son, Ruben Navejas Jr. (Evelyn); her angel, Jessica; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren; sisters, Juanita Lopez (Rico), Alicia Lopez, Rosemary Ramos; many nieces and nephews.
Mary was also blessed with her "chosen sisters," Rosie, Sarah, and Yvonne. Family would like to thank Dr. Schlearth, Dr. Cohen, Dr. Castanera, and the girls from PAL.
Visitation will be held Saturday, August 13th, from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m., and service to follow at 10:00 a.m. at Greenlawn Memorial Chapel, 3700 River Blvd.
"For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." Till we meet again...
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Cindy Valero
August 12, 2016
So saddened to hear of your passing. Such a beautiful person inside and out. Prayers and condolences from me and the rest of the Valero family. Words cannot describe the sadness we all feel for the Lopez and Navejas family. God bless ❤
August 12, 2016
I worked with Mary @ DHS and am saddened by the news of her passing. She was a wonderful and gentle spirited woman. My condolences to the family--etta.
Susie Navejas
August 11, 2016
I met Mary in grammar school and were very close through high school and during her first marriage. We lost touch in the past years, I will always remember the fun we had together, her laugh especially. She was one of my very best friends, I loved her and will miss her.
Beverly Gieg
August 11, 2016
To one of the best friends I ever had. You will be missed terribly my friend. Until we meet again..
Michelle Salazar Renteria
August 11, 2016
We are gonna miss you Mary..love from your Dallas family...
Darla Davis
August 10, 2016
One cannot imagine the courage you summoned to fight the battle you fought. That you kept you humor and your beautiful smile is typical of your loving nature. This world will not be the same without you and your shy humor. I shall miss you Mary, everything about you. Most of all, I will miss your loving ways and your kind, generous heart. Rest you well my darling friend. You are in the loving arms of our Lord now. Your friend, Darla
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Tom sheets
August 10, 2016
Such a wonderful person; always smiling and happy...........Great to work with and always willing to help. RIP my friend......
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