Gilbert Martinez

    Gilbert Martinez, Jr., 53, of San Antonio, formerly of Edna passed away Thursday, April 3, 2014. He was born Oct. 20, 1960, in Lubbock to Gilbert Martinez of Lubbock and Maria Garcia Vasquez of Victoria. He retired from Alcoa after 14 years of service.
    He is survived by his wife, Sylvia Ramirez Martinez of San Antonio; daughter, Jaime Ashley Martinez of San Antonio; sons, Gilbert James Martinez and wife Amanda of San Antonio; Jeremy Tirso Martinez of Austin and half-brother, Joe Garcia of Cuero. Gilbert is also survived by sisters, Martha Valle, Lydia Martinez of Victoria and Sandra Gamez of Tomball. Also survived by special nieces and nephews.
    Mr. Martinez was preceded in death by sister, Pricilla Ann Martinez.
    The family was received by friends from 5-7 p.m. with a Rosary recited at 7 p.m. April 7 at Rosewood Funeral Chapels.
    Funeral services were at 1:30 p.m. April 8 at St Mary’s Catholic Church. Burial followed at Resurrection Cemetery.
    Pallbearers were Carlos Sauceda, Marty Montes, Adam Rodan, Oscar Leal, Agustin Trevino and Joe Sertuche. Honorary pallbearers were all of his co-workers at Alcoa.
    Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.rosewoodfuneralchapel.com.