David Martinez Sr.

David Martinez Sr. obituary, Santa Paula, CA

David Martinez Sr.

David Martinez Sr. Obituary

Visit the Perez Family Funeral Home - Santa Paula website to view the full obituary.

David Martinez Sr 65, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 26th 2025. David was born in Santa Paula CA on May 14, 1959 to Delia & Ponchie Martinez. He was a lifelong resident of Santa Paula & had a 25 year career as a pipeline operator.

David was a family man & loved spending time with kids & grandkids, nieces & nephews.

He enjoyed his trips to Vegas with his brother Al, spending time watching Dodgers & Kings games, golfing with his brother & cousins & never missed Friday night football to support his nephews. David loved his trips to Missouri to visit his 2 grandchildren.

He is survived by his children Jalena (JR) Perez & David Jr (Mayra) Martinez. Grandchildren Alyssa & George Perez, brothers Al Martinez & Tommy Martinez & numerous nieces & nephews. He is proceeded in death by his parents Delia & Ponchie & granddaughter Nevaeh Martinez. He leaves a long legacy of love and will be greatly missed.

Visitation to be held Sunday April 6th from 3-5 Rosary to start at 5:00 p.m.

Funeral Mass & Burial to be held April 7th at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Perez Family Funeral Home - Santa Paula

738 East Santa Paula Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060

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