Mary Atilano Martinez

Mary Atilano Martinez of San Angelo passed away on Monday, October 10, 2022.

Viewing will be from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM at Robert Massie Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 12, 2022 with rosary being recited at 6:00 PM. Liturgy of the word will be at 2:00 PM Thursday, October 13, 2022 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Martinez was born on March 26, 1922 in Fort Worth to Pedro and Francisca Alonzo Atilano. She lived in San Angelo all of her life. Mary married Candalerio Martinez, Sr. and they raised 5 children together. He preceded her in death. She was a catholic, a homemaker, and babysat many children throughout the years. Mary enjoyed spending time with friends and family. She loved to cook and was known for her salsa verde chili and her tortillas. She always kept a clean house.

Mary was preceded in death by three children, Pete Marinez, Candalerio Martinez, Jr., and Emma Lee Bara; and two great grandsons, Ted Martinez and Fernando Bara.

Survivors include her two children, Johnny Martinez and Lisa Mendez both of San Angelo; a sister, Belia Benitez; six grandchildren, Barney Mendez, Jr., Ronnie Mendez, Debby Haechten, Mario Bara, Yvonne Arredondo, and Efren Martinez; and 11 Great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Barney Mendez, Jr., Ronnie Mendez, Mario Bara, Eric Garcia, Billy Camarillo, Johnnie Haechten.