Jesse Martinez Escobar

Jesse graduated from Austin High School with his GED. He joined the U.S. Army on April 7, 1970 through January 16, 1972. After serving his time with the Army; he then joined the Reserve. Following his years of service he became a delivery driver for Westinghouse for numerous years. Jesse was a member of the American Legion Organization.

He enjoyed reading his newspaper and watching the news in his free time. He loved his coffee, you could always catch him with a cup in his hand. He left his mark on this earth with his smile and loving heart. He loved his daughter, grandson's, son-in-law and God with his whole heart.

Jesse is preceded in death by his son, Timothy Kyle Escobar; parents, Rebecca Escobar and Manuel Escobar.

Jesse is survived by his daughter, Melissa D. Holmes and son-in-law Fred A. Holmes; sisters, Lupe Navarro and husband Tino Navarro, Rosie Escobar and Janie Ceja; grandchildren, Nicholas Rodas, Julian Holmes, Hayden Holmes and Christian Holmes.

The family would like to send out a special thank you for all the prayers, condolences and love to each and everyone.

Serving as pallbearers: Fred Holmes, Tony Ramirez, Kenny Williams, Israel Martinez, Jesse Ramirez , Frank Navarro, Chris Rodriguez and James Navarro.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ForestParkLawndaleFH.com for the Escobar family.