89R25229 BPG-D
By: Thompson H.R. No. 899
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The passing of Jeffery Martinez on March 2, 2025, at
the age of 59, brought an immeasurable loss to his family and
friends; and
WHEREAS, Born on January 30, 1966, "Julian" Martinez was the
son of Ruben Martinez, who preceded him in death, and Joann and
Larry Bennett; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez was known for his quick wit and many
humorous catch phrases; when he first met his future wife, the
former Rose Salas, she responded to his teasing with a snappy
retort, and he was smitten; he invited her to dance, and their
romance led to a marriage that would span more than 32 years; and
WHEREAS, Blessed with a son, Hunter, Mr. Martinez doted on
him unreservedly and attended every play and school event he was
involved in; he taught him to meet challenges head on, and he
counseled him against the dubious undertakings of his own youth;
over the years, Mr. Martinez also provided stalwart support to his
wife in her many efforts in behalf of the community; and
WHEREAS, Loyal and deeply kind, Mr. Martinez was always ready
to lend a helping hand, and he served as a caregiver for both his
father-in-law and his mother-in-law at the end of their lives; in
his free time, he was an avid fisherman, although he almost always
released his catch; he delighted in relaxing with his loved ones at
the beach and hunting on his parents' ranch each dove and deer
season; and
WHEREAS, Julian Martinez enjoyed a life that was rich in the
intangibles that matter most, and although he is greatly missed by
those he left behind, they will continue to find inspiration in his
devotion to his family and his faith; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Jeffery "Julian"
Martinez and that sincere sympathy be extended to the members of his
family: to his wife, Rose Salas Martinez; to his son, Julian Hunter
Salas Martinez; to his in-laws, Antonio and Bea Reyes, Becky and
John Tobias, Joseph and Maria Reyes, and Adele and Jim Werderman;
and to his many other relatives and friends; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Julian
Martinez.