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Consuelo Martinez Espinosa

In Loving Memory of Consuelo Martinez Espinosa

 

Consuelo (Connie) Martinez Espinosa, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025 with her loving son Albert Jr. by her side. She was born June 23,1934, to Ysidoro Martinez and Delores San Miguel Martinez in Taft, Texas. Connie shared a joyful childhood with her six siblings. Her kind heart, dedication to family, and vibrant spirit touched the lives of everyone she met. 

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In October of 1960, Connie married Albert Vega Espinosa, Sr., from Beeville, Texas. Together, they built a warm and loving home in Sinton, Texas, where they raised their two children, Albert Jr. and Teresa. As a dedicated wife and mom, she was also a devout member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

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Connie pursued a fulfilling career in healthcare, working as a labor and delivery nurse at Ewing Hospital in Sinton and as a nurse for Dr. Rittman and Dr. Pangelinan’s medical office. She later transitioned to the Community Action Agency’s Head Start program, where she made a lasting impact on young lives. Following her retirement, Connie remained an active member of the community, engaging in public speaking and various initiatives aimed at helping the people of San Patricio County. Her passion for service and her compassion for others defined her life’s mission.

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Connie had a deep love for gardening, knitting, crocheting, sewing, baking, and barbecuing. Her green thumb yielded a bounty of fresh vegetables, and she took special pride in making homemade jelly from muscadine grapes harvested from her backyard vine. Connie’s famous holiday fruitcakes were lovingly prepared in her kitchen, but she could also be found in her sewing room where she also dedicated time to her many crafts. She never let a guest leave her home without a thoughtful gift or a jar of her homemade jelly.

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Connie and her late husband shared a passion for barbecue cook-offs, traveling far and wide to participate in competitions, including the renowned Terlingua International Chili Championship.  They earned accolades for their brisket, beans, and chili, but the friendships they formed along the way were the true prizes. Known as a reliable source of wisdom, Connie often fielded medical questions from family and friends, consulting her trusted medical reference books to ensure accurate advice. In her later years, she took great joy in maintaining connections with loved ones, faithfully remembering birthdays, holidays, and special occasions with handwritten notes and cards. Connie is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert Vega Espinosa, Sr., her parents, Ysidoro and Delores Martinez, and her brothers Isidoro Martinez Jr., Ignacio Martinez, and Isidro Martinez. She is survived by her children, Albert Espinosa, Jr. (Juanita) and Teresa Garcia (David); her grandchildren, Alison Catrina (Mark) McAllister, Bernadette Espinosa, Natalie Brooke (Ryan) Carley, Evan (Taylin) Garcia, and Audrey Garcia; and her      great-grandchildren, Fiona McAllister, Paige McAllister, Graham McAllister, River Garcia, and Erron Garcia. She is also lovingly remembered by her sisters, Carmen Anaya and Socorro Torres (Alex), her brother, Israel Martinez (Socorro), as well as numerous cherished nieces, nephews, and extended family.

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Connie was a devoted advocate for animals, and her grandchildren lovingly nicknamed her “Grandma Dody” in honor of her cherished dog, Dody. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to your local animal shelter, continuing her legacy of kindness and care.

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Connie’s generous spirit and enduring love will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. May she rest in eternal peace.

 

A memorial service celebrating Connie’s life will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 906 E Sinton St., Sinton, TX 78387. Viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m., followed by a Rosary and a church service at 10:00 a.m.  Interment will take place immediately after at Sinton Cemetery, 700 Cemetery Rd. Sinton, Tx 78387.

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Arrangements and care entrusted to Ritchea-Gonzales Funeral Home, Sinton.

https://www.ritcheagonzalesfuneralhome.com​

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