Yolanda Martinez was born on November 15, 1949, in Travis County, Texas, to the late Alex Martinez and Julia Nunez. She passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026.

In addition to her parents, Yolanda was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Audra Pardon Light.
She is lovingly survived by her children, Yvonne Watkins; Dominic Padron (Phillip Howell); and Frank Padron. She also leaves behind her sisters, Irma Constancio, Dolores Perez (Arnold), and Stella Torres; and her brothers, Alex Martinez, George Martinez (Mary Ellen), Isaac Martinez (Irma), and Fernando Martinez (Vicky).

Yolanda was a proud grandmother to Ann Marie, Adriana, Oliva, Adrian, Dallas, Frankie, Amber, Alexis, Jacob, Jessica, Kevin Jr., and Kenny, and she was further blessed with many great-grandchildren whom she adored.

Raised in the Catholic faith, Yolanda retired after more than 20 years of dedicated service with Costco. In her later years, she was often recognized for her warm smile while working as a door greeter—a role she truly enjoyed. Above all else, Yolanda cherished her family and treasured the time spent together.

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