Lupita S. Martinez

Martinez, Lupita Santillanes Age 93, was called to her eternal home on April 3, 2012. She was born in Bernalillo on July 10, 1918 to Elias and Carlota Santillanes. She was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Preceding her in death were her husband, Isaias Martinez, Jr.; her dear sister and brother-in-law, Rosina and Max Mondragon. Her survivors include her nephew, Gerard (Donna) Mondragon; her niece, Charlotte Mondragon; her nephew, Joseph (Jeanne) Mondragon; other nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews; and great-grand nieces and great-grand nephews; and many other relatives and friends. Lupita was a very simple and humble person who had strong faith in her God, strength of mind and a resilient spirit that sustained her throughout her life. She taught us through her humility, gentleness and unconditional love of the kind of person we should like to be. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to know her. We would like to thank all who cared for and loved Lupita. We would also like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Health care professionals and staff at Skies who loved and took care of Lupita like family. God bless you.
Visitation will be Monday, April 9, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church , 301 Camino Del Pueblo, Bernalillo., NM, where a rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park in Albuquerque. Lupita''s care has been entrusted to:
Daniels Family Funeral Services
Alameda Mortuary
9420 Fourth Street NW
Albuquerque, NM 87114
505-898-3160