Benjamin F. Martinez

Benjamin Francis Martinez (Benji) was born July 21, 1963 in Piedras Negras, Sonora, Mexico and passed away in San Benito, Hermosillo at the age of 60 on May 12, 2024. He was born to and preceded in death by his parents Hector and Isabella Martinez. He is also preceded in death by his sons, Tony Martinez and Carlos Martinez, brother Richard Garcia and sister Vangie Montez. He is survived by his beloved Cindy, his children: Afften Gallegos (Juan), Bernadette Enriquez (Fernando), Alaina Martinez (Kat), Benjamin Martinez, Anthony Martinez, Brandon Platero and Grandchildren: Geno, Jacob, Ryker, Meadow, Allison, Kashlynn, Giselle, Elias, Luna, Mayzie & Ayden as well as numerous nieces, nephews, godchildren, uncles, aunts, cousins and dear friends.

He retired after 34 years as a welder-mechanic. He loved his work and made many friends he called "brothers".

Benji loved his family first and foremost, and he especially loved his grandkids. He found joy in coaching his boys as well as many others in the community. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and being on the lake. You could always find Benji running the cameras, taking videos and pictures of every family event and precious moment. Music was Benji's life. One of his greatest passions was playing guitars with his brothers and dad. Above all, Benji loved spending time with all those he loved.

He was meticulous with everything he owned. His vehicles were spotless, his house vacuumed with straight lines and perfectly groomed lawns with not a stray blade of grass to be found.

Benji was an amazing host. He was always ready for happy hour with a cold beer and his famous hot salsa. He was the perfect gentleman, dressed to impress with his black cowboy hat, leather vest and boots. Though we will miss him, we look forward to his warm welcome in heaven.

We would like to thank everyone for the prayers, support and encouragement in the past nine months. Benji was grateful for every one of you.

Celebration of Life Service to be held on Thursday, May 16th @ 10:00 am at iglesia María Auxilio De Los Cristianos – 3140, Calle Gral. Bernardo Reyes 185, Jesus Garcia, Hermosillo, Mexico Reception following TBA at the service.