This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Martinez, Herrera, Villa Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5302/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Lydia Martinez, 66, a resident of Santa Clara, NM entered eternal rest on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at her residence. She was born August 3, 1944 to Enrique Villa and Rita Martinez in Santa Rita, NM. Lydia worked at Chino Federal Credit Union for eighteen years. She started as a teller, ending as a loan officer. She adored her grandchildren and supported them in everything they did. She loved watching all sports. She was a true die hard San Francisco Giants fan. She left a lasting impression on everyone she met. She was very strong and faithful person who put everyone else before her, even during her illness. She is survived by her loving husband, David B. Martinez of the family home; three daughters, Melissa Martinez of Santa Clara; Alejandra Jackson and her husband Rod of Silver City; Lorena Martinez and companion Leo Rodriguez of Santa Clara; honorary son, Mark Salas of Morenci, AZ; five grandchildren, Jacob and companion Krystal Vasquez and their sons, Eric and Aaron of Bayard; Adam and Nathan Jackson of Silver City; Analysa Maynes of Santa Clara; Sergio Jacquez of Hurley; eight sisters, Esther Monje and husband Jesus of Las Vegas, NV; Cecilia Martinez of Santa Clara; Rita Jacquez and husband Julian of Hurley; Ofelia Kirker and husband Robert of Las Cruces; Amelia Beach and husband Dave of Tyrone; Connie Molina and husband Bobby of Santa Clara; Rosemary Nunez and husband Gabriel of Los Angeles, CA; Alice Mosse and husband Doug of Fontana, CA; four brothers, Eduardo Martinez and wife Elisa of Hurley; Arthur Villa of Los Angeles, CA; David Villa and wife DeeDee of Los Angeles, ! CA; Danny Villa of Los Angeles, CA; sister-in-law, Teresa Herrera of El Paso, TX; step-mother, Cora Villa of Los Angeles, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, son, David M. Martinez; step-father, Eduardo B. Martinez, grandparents, Pedro and Amelia Herrera; two brothers, Arturo Herrera and Ricky Villa. Visitation will be Sunday, March 27th from 4-6pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with the prayer vigil to begin at 6pm with Deacon Jerry Miller reciting the vigil service and holy rosary. The funeral liturgy will be celebrated on Monday, March 28th at 10am at Infant Jesus Catholic Church with Father Roberto Barreto officiating. Interment with committal will follow at Hanover Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rod, Adam and Nathan Jackson, Leo Rodriguez, Jacob Martinez, Eduardo Martinez, Lalito Martinez, Steven Jacquez, Analysa Maynes and Sergio Jacquez. Honorary pallbearers will be Nancy Ryan, Yvonne Tapia, Monica Pascoe, Stephanie Miller, Luz Martinez, Griselda Martinez, Juan Carlos Roacho, Javier Martinez, Zachary Valencia and the rest of her family and friends. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 25, Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.