Obituary for Felix C. Martinez
Felix C. Martinez, Jr., 73, of Altus, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.
Felix was born on November 18, 1952, in Robstown, Texas, to Felix Martinez, Sr. and Esiquia C. (Cisneros) Martinez. He grew up in Altus, Oklahoma and attended Altus schools. Felix proudly served his country and was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He worked in construction for a time before beginning an extensive career in civil service as a machinist. Throughout his years of service, he worked at Altus Air Force Base, Tinker Air Force Base, and in Indianapolis, before retiring from Altus Air Force Base.
Felix had a true mind for business and a passion for real estate. Over the years, he owned and ran several detail shops and bars, and he took pride in working hard to build something for his family. Outside of work, he loved riding his Harley and taking part in toy runs. He rode with the Vietnam Vets club, where he was known by the nickname, "Pepper." He also found peace at home tending to the roses in front of his house. Felix had quite the green thumb and took pride in keeping things beautiful.
Felix married Irene Ruiz on August 5, 2023, in Altus, Oklahoma.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix Martinez, Sr. and Esiquia (Cisneros) Martinez; son, Felix Martinez, III; and two brothers, Carlos Martinez and Fernando Martinez.
Felix is survived by his wife, Irene Ruiz Martinez; six sisters, Elizabeth Basaldua (Lasaro "Jesse"), Evangelina Ornelas, Elvira Martinez-Toro (Carlos), Emma Martinez, Elva Babyak (Michael), and Esther Briseno (Antonio); three children, Mary Twitty (Lawrence II) of Georgia, Jennifer Martinez of Georgia, and Jeremiah Martinez (Jillian Wagner) of Oklahoma; three stepchildren, Monica Chandler (Dustin), Angel Roblez, and Biannca Roblez; grandchildren, Trevonne Isaiah, Jevon Issac, and Lawrence III Twitty, Hannah, Havier, Hayla, and Harleigh McMillan, and Skye, Jeremiah, and Liam Martinez, Evelynn Alton, Scarlett and Judtih Chandler, Alyssa, Haylin, Tristin, Jasmin, Jocelyn, and Royal Roblez, and Raelynn Estraca, Josiah Alcorta, and Riot Williams; along with many great-grandchildren, family members, friends, and loved ones.
Above all, Felix loved his family deeply. He was a giver in every sense of the word. Felix was someone who would give the shirt off his back to help anyone in need. He will be remembered for his work ethic, his generosity, his love for his family, and the way he made people feel cared for.
Matthew 25:23: Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 in the afternoon on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the Lowell-Tims Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at the Altus City Cemetery, under the care of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home and Crematory.
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Felix was born on November 18, 1952, in Robstown, Texas, to Felix Martinez, Sr. and Esiquia C. (Cisneros) Martinez. He grew up in Altus, Oklahoma and attended Altus schools. Felix proudly served his country and was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He worked in construction for a time before beginning an extensive career in civil service as a machinist. Throughout his years of service, he worked at Altus Air Force Base, Tinker Air Force Base, and in Indianapolis, before retiring from Altus Air Force Base.
Felix had a true mind for business and a passion for real estate. Over the years, he owned and ran several detail shops and bars, and he took pride in working hard to build something for his family. Outside of work, he loved riding his Harley and taking part in toy runs. He rode with the Vietnam Vets club, where he was known by the nickname, "Pepper." He also found peace at home tending to the roses in front of his house. Felix had quite the green thumb and took pride in keeping things beautiful.
Felix married Irene Ruiz on August 5, 2023, in Altus, Oklahoma.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix Martinez, Sr. and Esiquia (Cisneros) Martinez; son, Felix Martinez, III; and two brothers, Carlos Martinez and Fernando Martinez.
Felix is survived by his wife, Irene Ruiz Martinez; six sisters, Elizabeth Basaldua (Lasaro "Jesse"), Evangelina Ornelas, Elvira Martinez-Toro (Carlos), Emma Martinez, Elva Babyak (Michael), and Esther Briseno (Antonio); three children, Mary Twitty (Lawrence II) of Georgia, Jennifer Martinez of Georgia, and Jeremiah Martinez (Jillian Wagner) of Oklahoma; three stepchildren, Monica Chandler (Dustin), Angel Roblez, and Biannca Roblez; grandchildren, Trevonne Isaiah, Jevon Issac, and Lawrence III Twitty, Hannah, Havier, Hayla, and Harleigh McMillan, and Skye, Jeremiah, and Liam Martinez, Evelynn Alton, Scarlett and Judtih Chandler, Alyssa, Haylin, Tristin, Jasmin, Jocelyn, and Royal Roblez, and Raelynn Estraca, Josiah Alcorta, and Riot Williams; along with many great-grandchildren, family members, friends, and loved ones.
Above all, Felix loved his family deeply. He was a giver in every sense of the word. Felix was someone who would give the shirt off his back to help anyone in need. He will be remembered for his work ethic, his generosity, his love for his family, and the way he made people feel cared for.
Matthew 25:23: Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 in the afternoon on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the Lowell-Tims Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at the Altus City Cemetery, under the care of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home and Crematory.
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Funeral
Tuesday
30
Dec
2:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
Lowell-Tims Chapel
1100 East Tamarack Road
Altus, OK 73521
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Altus City Cemetery
Falcon and Veterans Dr.
Altus, OK 73521
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