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With sad and grateful hearts, our family announces that Mary Alice Martinez entered eternal rest on November 5, 2025, at the age of 83. Born in Southton, Texas on January 19, 1942, to Candido and Claudina Hernandez, Mary lived a life centered on faith, family, and making others feel at home. Mary was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband, Arthur Martinez, Jr. She is survived by her daughters: Debra “Debbie” M. Anno (husband Jasen Anno), Cathleen “Cathy” Martinez-Lopez (husband Rick Lopez), and Cynthia “Cindy” A. Garcia; grandchildren: Jonathan Anno (wife Gabby Anno), Christopher Martinez, Colton Herrera, Horizon Bowerman (husband Wilmot Bowerman), Clarissa Martinez, Michael Garcia, and Lynzi Anno; and great-grandchildren: Drew Anno, Luke Anno, Alice Bowerman, Beau Johnson, and two new additions arriving soon. She is also lovingly remembered by numerous extended family members and friends. A life full of love, joy, and tradition, Mary was a loving mom, grandma, great-grandma, and friend who brought joy to every room and would do anything for her family. She gave the best hugs, the kind that made worries fade and reminded you that you were home. She loved Christmas and made the season sparkle with her traditions. The kitchen was her gathering place: making tamales, baking cookies, and making sure everyone had a taste and a task. Holidays at Mom’s were loud with laughter, full plates, and stories that grew better every year. Mary delighted in traveling with her family, from spontaneous road trips to her favorite cruises. She enjoyed a good bingo night, the occasional casino visit, and turning ordinary days into small celebrations. A gifted maker at heart, she created and sold handmade crafts alongside her daughter Cindy filling homes and holiday fairs with pieces made with care and shared with love. Grounded in faith and community, Mary cherished Sunday mass at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church with her granddaughter Clarissa. Mary’s greatest joy was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren she bragged on them, prayed for them, and celebrated every milestone. Her legacy lives on in their laughter; in craft projects still hanging on walls and tucked on shelves; and in the countless memories of all holidays, family trips, lucky bingo cards, and the gentle comfort of her embrace. Mary was deeply loved, she was our world and will be missed by all who knew her. The family welcomes your favorite story or photo of Mary to keep her memory bright.

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Mary Alice Martinez

January 19, 1942 - November 5, 2025