Rafael Martinez, Jr. was born February 22, 1981 in Dallas, TX
 
 to the parents of Marina and Rafael Martinez, Sr.
 
 
 He attended Samuel High School. He loved his family and enjoyed
 
 playing with his nieces and nephews. He also loved his children: Giselle
 
 Martinez, Cameron Martinez, and Rafael Martinez,III.
 
 
 Rafael loved to BBQ and cook out for family and friends and he will be deeply missed.
 
 
 He leaves to cherish his memories: His parents, 3 children, two sisters,
 
 Vickie Martinez(Jesus)and Maribel Martinez(Mario) and other relatives and friends.