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Maria Aurelia Martinez

June 26, 1943 - January 29, 2022
Service
The Branch at NPW
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Monday 1/31, 7:00 pm
Rosary
San Miguel Arcangel Catholic Church
1100 Camp St.
Midland, TX 79701
Tuesday 2/1, 12:00 pm
Funeral Mass
Cemetery
St. Lawrence Catholic Cemetery
Tuesday 2/1
Mass

Maria Aurelia Martinez, 78, of Midland, passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022 surrounded by her family. Rosary will be held at 7:00PM on Monday, January 31, 2022 at The Branch at NPW. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00PM on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at San Miguel Catholic Church with burial to follow at St. Lawrence Cemetery.

Maria was born on June 26, 1943 to Magdalena and Rosalio Tovar in Mexico. Maria was a beautiful and precious soul who devoted her life to her children. She spent all of her life caring for her family. Maria was a caring, hardworking and devotional God-fearing woman. Maria was a proud member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. One of her greatest accomplishment was becoming a naturalized citizen and a proud American.  Maria was an extremely accomplished seamstress, a wonderful cook, a talented artist and loved gardening. She would welcome you with a smile, a hug and refused to let you leave her home without eating.  Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were her heart and joy.

She is preceded in death by her parents, three precious daughters and her loving son in law Jose Azuaje.

She is survived by her daughters, Jovita Azuaje, Juanita Jacquez (Tony Jacquez), Mary Watson (Sean Watson), Lupe Guevara (David Guevara), Susy Finney (Randy Finney), Margarita Strahan (Robert Strahan). Her sons, Rafael Martinez (Gabriela Martinez), Roque Martinez (Geneva Lujan), Javier Martinez (Stephanie Martinez). She is also survived by 21 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren who adore her with all of their hearts. Fly high Mom until we meet again.

Pallbearers will be Bryan Azuaje, Jose Luis Zuñiga, Alex C. Martinez, David Guevara, Jr., Andy Guevara, Anthony Finney, Sammy Venegas, Robert W. Strahan II, Natalia Martinez, Diego Martinez, Alejandra Martinez and Javier Martinez.

The family would like to express their dearest gratitude to all of the staff at The Village at Manor Park Younger Center for their love and care of our Mom and Grandma. You will always hold a dear spot in our hearts.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The Village at Manor Park Younger Center Alzheimer’s Care Center or Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Midland, TX.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.

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Service
The Branch at NPW
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Monday 1/31, 7:00 pm
Rosary
San Miguel Arcangel Catholic Church
1100 Camp St.
Midland, TX 79701
Map
Tuesday 2/1, 12:00 pm
Funeral Mass
Cemetery
St. Lawrence Catholic Cemetery
Tuesday 2/1
Mass

Maria Aurelia Martinez, 78, of Midland, passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022 surrounded by her family. Rosary will be held at 7:00PM on Monday, January 31, 2022 at The Branch at NPW. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00PM on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at San Miguel Catholic Church with burial to follow atContinue Reading

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Beth Buron left a message on April 4, 2022:
She was truly a beautiful soul who raised such a wonderful family, love and prayers to everyone
Cecilia Garcia left a message on February 1, 2022:
Sentimos mucho su in-reparable perdida. Los acompañamos en su dolor. Cuca fue una gran persona muy amable y querida. Mi mamá y cuca se trataron un poco más por que las dos iban a casa de amigos. Ella les manda sus condolencias,( mi padres no están por el momento). Felipe, Cecilia Garcia.Margarita y Carlos Najera. Los abrazamos y mandamos nuestras oraciones Para toda su familia. Y que brille la luz perpetua sobre ella, Amen!
Rayo Rodriguez left a message on January 31, 2022:
So sorry for your loss Condolences to the whole family Prayers 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 With lots of love we are here if ya need anything Garcia, Garza, and Rodriguez Family
Aaron Maruqez left a message on January 30, 2022:
Mi más sentido pésame para toda la familia , Que descanse en paz la señora Martínez . Un abrazo muy fuerte y que Dios les de fortaleza .
Alejandra Martínez left a message on January 30, 2022:
Love and miss you grandma
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
David and Lupe Guevara left a message on January 30, 2022:
Mamita chula, mi chaparrita de oro I will have you for always and ever in my heart.
Geneva Lujan left a message on January 30, 2022:
You will be missed.
Vicky Sanchez left a message on January 30, 2022:
Our deepest condolences. May she Rest In Peace and may God wrap his loving arms around you and hold you through these most difficult times. Love you. Mike and Vicky
Margarita Strahan left a message on January 29, 2022:
In memory of Maria Aurelia Martinez, Margarita Strahan lit a candle
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
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