Ruben Martinez Obituary
The passing of Ruben Martinez in Clayton, New Mexico occurred on November 9, 2026. Ruben, born on May 11, 1943, shared life with family, friends, and community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruben Martinez to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Abelino Martinez and Feloniz Martinez (Vigil); his children, Christopher Martinez and Corina Vandeberg; and his siblings, Leo Martinez, Feliciano Martinez, Abelino Martinez, Victerbo Martinez, Johnny Martinez, Beatrice Martinez, Sencionita Lucier, Martina D. Lucero and Consuelo Montano.
He is survived by: his sons, Clifford Martinez (Janelle) of Clayton and Casey Martinez of Clayton; his grandchildren, Mark Anthony Martinez, Dylan Vandeberg, Sirena Martinez, Isabel Martinez, Christopher Martinez, Brandon Sandoval (Vandy Thammavong), Tim Sandoval (Larissa Akens) and Brittany Rivera (Jake); and his great grandchildren, Niyala Thammavog, Kahlessi Sandoval, Jaylee Sandoval, Zaiden Solano, Zaydrien Solano and Zellena Rivera.
A rosary will be held on Saturday, November 14th 2026 at 9:30 AM at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church (115 N 1st St, Clayton, NM 88415). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 14th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location.
