Lorenzo E. Martinez, 83, a resident of Hurley, NM entered eternal rest Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at his residence surrounded by his family.
He was born August 11, 1932 in Sabinoso, NM to Felipe B. and Victoria Esquivel Martinez.
Mr. Martinez worked as a Car-man for Santa Fe Railroad and retired after many years.
He loved the outdoors and enjoyed taking care of his yard. He grew up as a rancher/cowboy and enjoyed attending rodeos. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a devoted grandfather and loved his brothers and sisters.
He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Juanita of the family home; one son, Peter Martinez and wife Veronica of Sierra Vista, AZ; one daughter, Lorraine Chavira of Sierra Vista, AZ; four grandchildren, Danielle Martinez, Phillip, Nicolas and Amari Chavira; one sister, Lily Vigil.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Phillip Martinez; four brothers, Conrado, Manuel, Samuel and Abenicio Martinez; one sister, Anita Baca.
Visitation will be Monday, December 21 at 9:30 to10:30am at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with the prayer vigil and holy rosary to begin at 10:30am with Deacon David Castañon reciting. The funeral liturgy will follow at Hurley Infant Jesus Shrine at 12noon with Father Roberto Barreto officiating. Concluding services interment will follow at Hurley cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Peter and Eric Martinez, Phillip and Nick Chavira, Michael Huerta and David Medrano. Honorary pallbearers will be David Diaz, Peter Diaz, Paul Martinez, Gilbert Guadiana, and Simon Villanueva.
Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.