Taunton; Luis Marquez, a Taunton resident for over 20 years, died suddenly on Friday, November 14, 2008 at Morton Hospital and Medical Center. He was 64 years of age. Luis was the husband of Mary (Pina) Marquez. They had been married for 18 years. Luis was born in Cayey, Puerto Rico, son of the late Fabian and Monserrate (Vazquez) Marquez. After working for many years as a cook at Christos Restaurant in Brockton, Luis had been retired for several years. He enjoyed fishing and Spanish music.
Luis is survived by 5 children; Lilly Marquez of Puerto Rico, Carmen Ortiz-Marquez of Brockton, Tita Ortiz-Marquez of Puerto Rico, Ricky Marquez of Puerto Rico and Tyanna Marquez of Taunton; and the late Luis Marquez Jr. He also leaves 2 sisters: Felia and Carmen Marquez of Puerto Rico; 1 brother, Gonzalo Marquez of Puerto Rico and the late Marcial and Bernarda. He also leaves 14 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Luis’ funeral will be held on Wednesday at 11:30 AM. at the Taunton Funeral Home, 8 Crapo Street, off Tremont Street, Taunton. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.
Visiting hours are on Tuesday from 5-8 PM. Burial will be at Mayflower Hill Cemetery.
Arrangements by the Taunton Funeral Home, 8 Crapo Street, off Tremont Street. J. Kevin Corbett, funeral Director. Phone 508-821-7771. Please visit our website at www.tauntonfuneral.com for directions and to sign the guest book.