Oralia "Lolly" Gomez

In Loving Memory of Lolly Gomez

Oralia ‘Lolly’ Gomez, 78, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023, in Lubbock, Texas. Lolly was born on November 18, 1944, in San Antonio to Esiquio C. and Elvira Martinez. She grew up with a zest for life and a radiant smile that could brighten even the darkest of days. Lolly's childhood was marked by her adventurous spirit, always eager to explore or rather travel and learn about the world around her.

In her early years, Lolly discovered her passion for cooking, taking pictures, gardening, observing the birds and butterflies land in her garden, learning to make wreaths and volunteering for the church, which would become a lifelong source of joy and fulfillment. Her dedication to the Nurturing Center and Water for Life, and the Women’s Club at St. John Neumann Catholic Church was admirable.

Lolly's greatest joy came from her family. She was a devoted mother to Rebecca and Joseph Michael, instilling in them values of love, kindness, and resilience. Lolly excelled at propping up her family, be it brothers, sisters, cousins, kids, grandkids and supporting them through the many passions and difficulties of their lives. Her role as a grandmother and great grandmother brought her immense pride and happiness, and she cherished every moment spent with her beloved 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

In her professional life, Lolly served as an LVN for Methodist Hospital. After 20 years of service, she retired from the Texas Tech University Department of Ophthalmology.

Lolly's memory will be cherished by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her legacy of love and kindness will live on through the countless lives she touched. As we say our final goodbyes to Lolly Gomez, let us remember the light she brought into our lives and the lessons she imparted through her words and actions. She may be gone, but her spirit will forever shine in our hearts.

She is survived by her husband, Jose M Gomez; daughters, Gina King and husband Larry of Walters, Oklahoma, Rebecca Gomez and husband Aaron Michael Punzo of Lubbock, Texas; son Joseph Gomez and wife Katie of Hobbs, New Mexico; grandchildren, Jenah Hernandez, Riley and Emily King, and Landon, Harper, and Diego Gomez; and great-grandchildren; Jazzlyn, Jaylee, and Jayceigh Trevino; brothers, Manuel Martinez and wife Alice, Gilbert Martinez and wife Diane; and sister Veronica Martinez.

She is preceded in death by her father Esiquio C Martinez, Elvira Soliz Martinez, sister Leonor
Losoya, and brother Esiquio C Martinez Jr.

A time of visitation will be held on Sunday, September 24, 2023, from 1:00PM – 8:00PM at the Venue on Broadway, the Holy Rosary will be recited at 7:00PM. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, September 25, 2023, at 10:00AM at the Saint John Neuman Catholic Church in Lubbock, Texas. Following the funeral mass, Lolly will be laid to rest at Peaceful Gardens Memorial Park.