Cecilia Martinez

November 9, 1941 - February 16, 2025

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Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers

6025 82nd Street

Lubbock, TX 79424

Friday 2/21, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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4011 54th St

Lubbock, TX 79413

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Saturday 2/22, 10:00 am

Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers

6025 82nd Street

Lubbock, TX 79424

Friday 2/21, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cecilia Martinez, a loving mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, who left us on February 16, 2025, at the age of 83. She was born on November 9, 1941, in Slaton, Texas to Cecilio and Concepsion (Gonzales) De La Rosa.

Cecilia married her beloved husband, Henry Martinez, at San Jose Catholic Church in Lubbock on December 10, 1960. Together, they enjoyed many adventures, traveling and creating unforgettable memories. Cecilia had a passion for fashion, particularly when it came to jewelry and hats, and she sure knew how to turn heads with her style!

A devoted family member, Cecilia embraced her role as the family food critic, never hesitating to share her thoughts on the latest culinary creations. She had a great love for movies and reading, and she cherished the moments spent surrounded by her family and friends, especially her best friend/sister, Olivia.

Cecilia is survived by her three sons, Henry Martinez and wife Catalina, Ricky Martinez and wife Rose, and Frankie Martinez and wife Jamie, along with her cherished grandchildren, Stephanie Arellano-Green and husband Austin, Destiny Martinez, Henry Martinez, Elizabeth Alamillo, Brian Campos, Cameron Campos, Dylan Campos, Joey Blas and wife Tammy, Ursula Escareno and husband Frank, Natasha Enriquez and husband Eric, Alexis Martinez, Danielle Brown and husband Tucker and Cameron Beckett and wife Kelsi; twenty five great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and her sister of the heart, Olivia Flores.

Cecilia was preceded in death by her parents, Cecilio and Concepsion De La Rosa; and her husband, Henry Martinez.

Cecilia worked in retail management for many years at K Mart, Walmart, and Walgreens, where she built lifelong friendships with colleagues and customers alike.

The family of Cecilia De La Rosa Martinez is gathering to recite the Holy Rosary at 6:00 PM, Friday, February 21, 2025, at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers followed by a time of visiting and remembrance. A Mass celebration honoring her life of 83 years is scheduled for Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM, at Christ the King Cathedral, followed by a graveside at Resthaven Memorial Park.

We invite everyone who knew and loved Cecilia to join us in remembering her vibrant spirit and the joy she brought to our lives. Her legacy of love and laughter will be forever cherished.

Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers

6025 82nd Street

Lubbock, TX 79424

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Friday 2/21, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Lubbock, TX 79413

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Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers

6025 82nd Street

Lubbock, TX 79424

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Celebrating the Life of Cecilia Martinez

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Sorry for your loss! Grandmothers are very special people!

I am at a loss for words during this sorrowful time. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort. CC was a co-worker of mine at Walmart- a Beautiful and Kind soul. RIP Beautiful Lady

Cat and Henry, Thinking of y’all and sending our prayers your way. Sorry for your loss. Love y’all, Shawn and Ed

Rose and Rick, We are thinking of you and your family, our prayers are with you and the family. Sorry for your loss. Love you, Shawn and Ed

Sorry for your loss, praying for the family. Cat, Rose, Rick, Henry, and family wish we could have been there. Love y’all.

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You and your family are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

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So sorry for your loss! She was a sweetheart ❤️

Sending my condolences to the family. I am Jennifer, the youngest daughter of Olivia Flores. My prayers are with you all. Aunt C.C was such a beautiful person, she brightened any room with her presence and always dressed so beautifully with her collection of jewelry & hats. Ohh how she adored seeing my children and we always loved having her around during family gatherings. Loved hearing stories about her & Henry’s trips around the world. Her kind heart & beautiful personality, she will be missed tremendously. She was always family to us, she knew me my entire life & I can say I am blessed to have met such an amazing person. Aunt C.C, my kids & I will miss you very much & we are blessed to have beautiful memories to hold on to forever.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Pink Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Cecilia Martinez by Dan and Angela Bell. Send Flowers

A tree was also planted in memory of Cecilia Martinez

My condolences to all the Family. May Cecilia Rest in Peace and may her spirit enjoy the Lords Heavenly Glory. Sending prayers, love, peace and blessings to all the Family. It was good to have known her and I will always have fond memories. Josie Alvarado Drerup.

My condolences to the entire famiy,and especially Cece's sons and Rose.I'am the eldest of Olivia Flores twins.My memories of your mother goes back when I was a small girl.I recall CeCe/ Henry's visits to our family gathering. She was the beautiful Aunt with the cool Hats! Her beautiful presence will be missed,esp by my Mother Olivia (Cece's best friend/Sister) May God place HIS healing arms around you all during this most difficult time.😢❤️🙏🙏🙏 Until we all meet again Cece...love and miss you! Geneva, Alyssa and Christian

I am one of Olivia Flores’s twin daughter and will miss your mom dearly. We’ve known her since we were youngsters. She was like an aunt to us. I will definitely miss her presence at my parents house. My condolences to you all. Love you guys.❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻 Genise Flores

So sorry for your loss. Me and Cecilia worked with each other at wal-mart. She was a very special friend and ci-worker. Will be missed. Love you all a friend of your mom Jackie

We're very sorry for your loss. We love you all.

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So sorry for you loss Rick.

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