It is with great sadness that the family of Porfirio "Rudy" Martínez announces the passing of their beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, brother and uncle on Wednesday March 21, 2018 at the age of 99.
Rudy was born on December 19, 1918 to his father, José Alcario and his mother, Faustina Martínez in Pintada, NM.
Rudy was a veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army, where he fought in the European African Campaign. Rudy was injured in combat and awarded a Purple Heart and later the Silver Star for valor in combat.
Rudy was preceded in death by his parents, wives, Marjorie Martínez and Annie Martínez, four brothers, three sisters, son, Charles Martínez, son, Patrick Martínez, son, Carlos Gallegos, son, Jerry Gallegos, son, Rick Martínez and son, Johnny Martínez.
Rudy is survived by his daughter, Patricia Montoya, son, Pete Gallegos, daughter, Beverly (Gilbert) Anaya, son, James (Della) Gallegos, daughter, Gloria Apodaca, son, Rudy (Gloria) Martínez, daughter, Karen (Zoilo) Padilla, daughter, Suzanne (Bob) Streit, daughter, Marianne Baca, daughter, Sylvia Nuanes, son, Frank Gallegos, son, Michael (Fredda) Martínez and son, Ron (Dolores) Martínez, sister, Amelia Wallace, 38 grandchildren, 66 great-grandchildren and numerous great-great-grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the nursing staff at Presbyterian Hospital for their help and support the family received during this difficult time.
A special thanks to his daughter, Marianne Baca, who was his daily caregiver.
The Rosary will be held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at 10:15 a.m., with mass of Christian burial to follow immediately after. Interment will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery following the burial mass. Pallbearers are Gilbert Anaya, Michael Martínez II, Justin Martínez, Vincent García, Santiago Martínez and Brett Nuanes.