Dora was born in Mariel, Cuba on April 17, 1942 to Armando and Elvira Hernandez. She married Jose Tomas Martinez on June 29, 1962. They would have celebrated their 62nd anniversary this year. In 1965 she welcomed her first child, Idalys (Martinez) Hill. The family left Cuba and moved to Las Vegas in 1966. In 1970, she had her second child, Gerry Martinez. Dora was employed as a housekeeper and promoted to inspector at the original MGM resort for over 30 years until her retirement.
Her family was her pride and joy. She would drop anything to host dinners or care for her grandchildren. She was a fabulous cook, loved her soap operas and mariachi music.
Dora passed peacefully on April 26, 2024, in her home after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s. She is survived by her husband, Jose Martinez; daughter, Idalys (Tom) Hill; son, Gerardo (Lisa) Martinez; 6 grandchildren, Cassidy (Brad) Stubblefield, Ryan (Madison) Hill, Kristin (John) Porter, Sofia Martinez, Gabriella Martinez and Anthony Martinez.
A funeral service for Dora will be held Friday, May 10, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Palm Mortuary - Eastern, 7600 S Eastern Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89123. Following the funeral service will be a committal service at 11:00 AM at Palm Eastern Cemetery, 7600 S Eastern Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89123.
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org).
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