Roland Martinez

September 3, 2013. He was SO happy to have been surrounded

by so many of his loved ones the days preceding. “Papa” was a

patient, funny, and caring man, who always placed the needs of

his family first. He proudly served in the US Navy, and upon

retirement from his career in electronics, he most enjoyed being

involved in his grandchildren’s lives, and especially liked

following/watching their athletic and performance activities.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Sylvia, having shared 60 wonderful

years of marriage, his children – Ronnie (Valerie), Randy (Ellen),

and Sharon (Denny), and his grandchildren – Christina, Corey,

Nico, and Nyssa. He is also survived by his brother, Arnold,

a niece and nephew, a special cousin – “Boy”, and many

other close family members.

Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of his life on

Sunday, September 8, 2013, at the Oak Grove Church of God 6830 N Habana Ave,

located on the corner of Habana and Sligh. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 4:00,

with a memorial service at 4 PM. Private graveside service will

take place at a later date.