Joe L. Martinez, born 22 April 1936, went to be with the Lord 13 October 2004.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Inez Sanchez Martinez (1949) and Rosa Lopez Martinez (1989), and sister Annie Vincent (2003). He is survived by his sisters: Esther Sales, Amparo Espinoza(& Richard), Connie Lopez (& Johnny); and brothers Felipe Martinez (& Marcelina), Ramiro Martinez (& Mary), and Fred Martinez ( & Carmen), and brother-in-law Rudy Vincent, along with numerous nieces and nephews.  Funeral services provided by Ortiz Funeral Home at 7:00 PM on 17 October 2004.  Burial will be at San Jose Cemetery at 10:00 AM on 18 October 2004.