Maria R. Martinez

July 4, 1953 - July 13, 2018

Maria Refugia “Cuca” Martinez A beautiful soul has returned home to be with the Lord. Maria Refugia “Cuca” Martinez passed away peacefully on Friday, July 13, 2018 at the age of 65 yrs old. Her family was by her side. Born on July 4, 1953 Maria always looked forward to celebrating her birthday every year with her family and friends. She had many friends and was loved by family and friends alike. She loved to play Bingo and was an admirer of dance. Wherever there was music, you could find her there dancing the night away. Her favorite was Mexican music by popular artists that carried on the Mexican heritage. Maria was a Green Bay Packers fan and loved cheering her team on every season. Maria was fluent in sign language and took pride in showcasing her signing ability. She was preceded in death by her parents Eusebio and Concepcion Martinez; brothers: Carl, Simon, and Jose (Joey) Martinez, nieces: Gloria Ruiz, Sandra Elizondo, April Martinez, and nephew San Martinez, Jr. Left to cherish her memory are her sisters: Balbina (Tomas) Ruiz, Sabina (Martin) Elizondo, Margaret (Ed) Ruiz, Lupe Jaso (Carlos), and Suzie Martinez; brothers: Thomas (Penny) Martinez, Henry Martinez, and Juan (Carol) Martinez; and many nieces and nephews who she considered her own in a very special way. Visitation will be held at Coyle Funeral Home, 1770 S. Reynolds Rd. on Friday, July 20th from 2 pm – 8 pm with the rosary recital at 7 pm. A celebration of life mass will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at 10:00 am at Sts. Peter and Paul Church, 728 S. St. Clair St., Toledo, Ohio 43609. Final resting place will be at Restlawn Memorial Park.