Teresa Martinez

Teresa Martinez passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on June 5, 1935 in El Monte, California to Manuel and Francisco Martinez. Teresa was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She will be remembered for her kindness, generosity, and the gentle way she touched the lives of everyone she met. She was an avid reader, loved jigsaw puzzles, enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. She is proceeded in death by her siblings; Emily Martinez, Manuel Martinez Jr., Mary Martinez, Carmen Narvaez, Daniel Martinez and Ralph Martinez. Teresa is survived by her daughters Susan Torres (Mario), Elizabeth Scott (Lonnie) two grandsons, Julian Valdez, Justin Torres, great granddaughter Natalie Torres, and numerous nieces and nephews. She will forever be remembered by her family, friends, and all who knew and loved her.

Our mother was a woman of remarkable strength. Through every challenge, she faced life with courage, grace, and unwavering determination. She carried burdens without complaint, gave love without limits, and stood as a source of comfort and inspiration to all who knew her. Her strength was not only in what she endured, but in the wisdom, resilience and values she passed on to us. She was our guide, our protector and our greatest example. Through her actions, She taught us what it means to be strong women, to stand tall in difficult times, to face life challenges with courage and to lead with love and compassion. Though our hearts are broken by her loss, we carry her lessons with us every day. Her spirit lives on in us, and we will honor her by living with the same strength, grace, and love that she showed throughout her life. she will forever be loved, deeply missed, and never forgotten.

A private celebration of life will be held for family and friends.