Mr. Rafael Martinez, Jr., of Taunton, died unexpectedly Friday, March 15 at his residence. He was born 55 years ago in Manhattan, the son of Gladys Martinez and the late Rafael Martinez, Sr. He was educated in Manhattan and had been a Taunton resident for the past 3 years. He was previously employed by the Alcan Corporation of Union, N.J. for over 20 years. Rafael enjoyed politics, animals and was a broadminded reader.
In addition to his mother, of Taunton, he leaves: 1 son: Rafael Martinez, III of California; 2 daughters: Jessica Martinez of California and Shantel Martinez of New Jersey; 1 sister: Leticia Aponte of Taunton; 4 grandchildren: Rebekah Aguilar, Elias J. Martinez, Joeniya Davis and Adrienne L. Ramirez; an aunt: Maria Hernandez of Taunton, 3 nieces and 1 nephew.
Funeral services will be held from The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home, 467 Bay Street, on Tuesday, March 19 at 10:00 A.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Church at 11:00 A.M. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting Hours will be held on Monday, from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M.