October 28, 1929 - August 9, 2017
Simon S. Martinez, also known as "Montoya", passed away peacefully on August 9, 2017 in Stockton, CA. Simon was born in Salvadores, Aguascalientes, Mexico. He came to the United States through the Bracero Program in the 1940s and worked in a variety of agriculture across the country. Simon came to California in the 1970s to work in the Central Valley farms and fields. In Lodi, he worked as a dairyman at Costa Dairy for 11 years followed by 7 years at Van Exel Dairy. Simon continued to work for various local vineyards, including Van Ruiten. He also worked for Pacific Coast Producers during the cherry season up until his retirement, just a few years ago. Simon was known to not only be a very hard worker but also someone who took pride in his work. He was punctual, reliable and made many friends everywhere he went. At home, he was the patriarch and enjoyed having a house full of family and laughter. Simon is survived by his wife, Guadalupe, his children, Jesus, Pablo, Carlos, Gerardo, and Luisa. He had 13 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren.
VISITATION
A rosary will be held on Tuesday, August 15, 6:30pm at Cherokee Memorial Park in the Vineyard Chapel 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi CA.
SERVICES
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 16, 11am., St. Anne's Catholic Church, Lodi.
INTERMENT
Interment to follow funreal services at Cherokee Memorial Park.