Obituary of Raquel Martinez

Raquel Martinez, 101 passed away on July 27th, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband, the love of her life Enrique Martinez. She was a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, sister and friend.

Raquel setlled in Brooklyn at the age of 23 from Havana Cuba with her husband. Together they built a life and a home. She worked as a seamstress in the garment district and even long after retirement continued her love of sewing. 

She loved nothing more than spending time with family and friends. Raquel found joy in the simplest of things and viewed everyday as a gift. She was a woman of faith and included all of her loved ones in her daily prayers.

She was strong, resilient, brave and kind. Her smile was infectious and her hugs warmed your heart. She loved fiercely and to know her was to love her.

The visitation will be at Matthew funeral home on Monday, July 29th from 2-5pm and 7-9pm. Funeral service will be held be at Our Lady of Pity on Tuesday July 30th at 10:30am.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude's Children Research Hospital in memory of Raquel.