Today a man who I deeply love & adore walked through Heavens gates healed and whole. This was the man who would say, “Mija, sing me a song about Jesus” then would sit and enjoy the sunshine and 75 degree weather humming with me. He whistled all the time too, which is probably why I do now.. In all His pain, he remained abundant in joy. He also loved everyone who came into contact with him - people loved him instantly. My heart is mourning for the presence of my grandfathers presence here today. However, I couldn’t be more than happy that he is in the presence of God. Today, he gets to hear the angels sing out “Holy, Holy Holy is the LORD God almighty!” My grandfather has been the most beautiful person I have experienced, and I can’t begin to tell you just how incredibly blessed I am to know that THIS GUY was my blood. I am his grandchild, what a privilege! I cherish every moment I had with him on this earth from the childhood walks down the neighborhood, to the Los Angeles adventures with lunch at Cliftons, to the old western movies, or breakfast with him at home. I can truly say that this is the man who knew my heart for worship as a little girl before anyone else in my family realized it. Till recently, he would even come and see me sing in church - this 80ish year old man with his walker and a Dodger cap, and I see God pulling him closer in His presence. Oh, I am so happy - tears of joy flow! Now I can only hope to continue carrying the same heart he had for the Lord, love for family, and friendship. Today, heaven gets to meet Rudy Martinez. His chuckle is contagious in the heavens, and he’s probably riding a horse (because he loved them), he is singing loud with angels, whistling as he heads down the golden streets and waving hello to every person he sees. No more sickness, no more pain, He is healed and new. Oh, it is bittersweet, but I only wanted the best. Grandpa, I will miss you, but I will see you one day in the presence of our Lord and I will give you the biggest hug. I love you so much. I am grateful I got to share life with you. So glad you’re home. With endless love, Stephanie Diane Martinez

Today a man who I deeply love & adore walked through Heavens gates healed and whole. This was the man who would say, “Mija, sing me a song about Jesus” then would sit and enjoy the sunshine and 75 degree weather humming with me. He whistled all the time too, which is probably why I do now.. In all His pain, he remained abundant in joy. He also loved everyone who came into contact with him - people loved him instantly. My heart is mourning for the presence of my grandfathers presence here today. However, I couldn’t be more than happy that he is in the presence of God. Today, he gets to hear the angels sing out “Holy, Holy Holy is the LORD God almighty!”

My grandfather has been the most beautiful person I have experienced, and I can’t begin to tell you just how incredibly blessed I am to know that THIS GUY was my blood. I am his grandchild, what a privilege! I cherish every moment I had with him on this earth from the childhood walks down the neighborhood, to the Los Angeles adventures with lunch at Cliftons, to the old western movies, or breakfast with him at home. I can truly say that this is the man who knew my heart for worship as a little girl before anyone else in my family realized it. Till recently, he would even come and see me sing in church - this 80ish year old man with his walker and a Dodger cap, and I see God pulling him closer in His presence. Oh, I am so happy - tears of joy flow! Now I can only hope to continue carrying the same heart he had for the Lord, love for family, and friendship.

Today, heaven gets to meet Rudy Martinez. His chuckle is contagious in the heavens, and he’s probably riding a horse (because he loved them), he is singing loud with angels, whistling as he heads down the golden streets and waving hello to every person he sees. No more sickness, no more pain, He is healed and new. Oh, it is bittersweet, but I only wanted the best.

Grandpa, I will miss you, but I will see you one day in the presence of our Lord and I will give you the biggest hug. I love you so much. I am grateful I got to share life with you. So glad you’re home.

With endless love,

Stephanie Diane Martinez

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