Jose Martinez, 81, died peacefully at a local hospital on Friday, December 26, 2008. Mr. Martinez was preceded in death by his parents; Jeronimo Martinez and Domitila Paz. He is survived by his sister; Evangelina Martinez and numerous nephews (Martinez – Natividad). Memorial service will be Tuesday, December 30, 2008 from 6 pm to 9 pm at Nieto Funeral Home & Crematory with a rosary recited at 7 pm. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Nieto Funeral Home & Crematory, 802 Coke St.