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Luz Martinez Obituary
Born May 12, 1932 in Santiago Papasquiaro, Durango, Mexico, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2015 at the age of 82.
Lucy immigrated to Santa Barbara along with her mother and 2 younger brothers in 1946 and reunited with 4 brothers and sister.
After attending Santa Barbara Junior High School and Santa Barbara High School, Lucy married Rudolf Maynez in 1951. During their marriage, the couple welcomed 4 children, Luz Silvia (Engelbrect), Yolanda (Olivera-Art), Nancy (Casey-Michael), and Rudy Michael Maynez (Corinne).
Upon moving to Goleta in 1962, Lucy was very active at St. Raphael's Catholic Church, she was especially involved in Cursillo, Marriage Encounter and Buena Nueva.
In 1973 Lucy returned to school and received her G.E.D. She worked several years for Goleta School District then worked in Food Services for Santa Barbara County until her retirement in 1994.
"Lucy was a friend to many. Her warmth and smile radiated her special kindness and caring to family, friends and strangers throughout the community."
Lucy became "Grandma Lucy" to 8 Grandchildren, Julie López , Aja Olivera, Chanel Olivera, Jason Maynez, Chasen Olivera, Rudy Michael Maynez II, Britton Olivera, Taylor Casey and Analicia Casey. She became Great-Grandmother to Taylynn Maynez, Zayden Maynez, Kypton Maynez and Presley Isa Olivera.
Lucy leaves behind 1 brother, 4 children, 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grand children and many nieces and nephews.
The family thanks all those that cared for their mother and comforted her.
Arrangements entrusted to Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels.
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Memories and Condolences
for Luz Martinez
Milinda Cuellar
May 13, 2016
I'm sure the Lord welcomed your Mother lovingly with open arms.She's sure to be among friends and greeted by family who have been waiting for her. She is finally home where we all will meet again. My love goes out to you and your family. Milinda
Carolyn bentley
April 24, 2015
May your Mom rest in peace, and you find peace in the Lord, and all the best loving memories come to mind each time you think of her. Love to all
LuzSilvia Engelbrecht
April 24, 2015
Thank you for your beautiful sentiments and love for our Mom. They go right to our hearts. Please join us for a Memorial Mass in Lucy's remembrance on Friday, May 22, 2015 at 3p.m. at St. Raphael's Catholic Church in Goleta. ~ love, LuzSilvia, Yolanda, Nancy, and Rudy Maynez
Glenna Graham
April 24, 2015
The angels are rejoicing upon Lucy's arrival in heaven.
April 22, 2015
Our prayers are with the Maynez Family. The Thorp Family
Milinda Cuellar
April 22, 2015
My condolances and love to the Maynez/Martinez families for their loss. I knew Luz Maria thru her daughter Sylvia.
May she rest in peace and God bless.
Angie Lopez Franco
April 21, 2015
Our most deepest sympathy to the Maynez family and to Martinez family. The Lopez family encluding her comadre Carmen on Gutierrez St. will always remember a beautiful, kind,loving lady. May the Lord bring you peace and comfort know she is in heaven.
April 20, 2015
My name is Ronnie Robledo from Carpinteria. I worked at the old Goleta Union School in the 80's. She was a gift from God. May her soul rest in Peace.
Patrick Maynez
April 20, 2015
Hi. My name is Patrick Maynez and I was one of her nephews. I just found out right now that she passed on. I really loved and respected her. I still remember seeing her at cathedral elementary school at lunch time. I always looked forward to seeing her serving lunch when she worked there. She will always have a special place in my heart. God bless.
doris lopez
April 19, 2015
My deepest condolences luz,Julie,Yolanda,Nancy,and Rudy Michael,your mother's singing will always be in my heart,and her beautiful smile! May she sleep in peace until we are together again in the kingdom.
Larry and Linda Suniga
April 18, 2015
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I remember her beautiful smile. Love, Larry and Linda Suniga and Family
Sandi Gallardo-Villarreal
April 18, 2015
Maynez Family, Keeping you all in my thoughts at this difficult time. Your mom was a wonderful person. Glad I had the pleasure knowing her. RIP Lucy..
Clare westfall
April 17, 2015
She was so good to work with and know. Rest in peace my friend!
April 17, 2015
To the Maynez family, my condolences go Out to the entire family, and Luz was a second mother to me and she was a great person that was caring to all! She is with the lord and at Piece, RIP!
April 17, 2015
Our Deepest sympathy to all the Families and Our prayers. The Manuel Lopez Family
Roger James
April 17, 2015
Thoughts and Prayers for the whole family.
Robert & Alice Maynez Maynez
April 17, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ricky Maynez
April 17, 2015
Will miss aunt Lucy
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