Ernestina C. Martinez: October 19, 1935 — October 10, 2026

Ernestina C. Martinez, 90, of Olton, Texas, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Olton. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Olton Cemetery under the care of Ramage Funeral Directors. Visitation will take place from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., Friday, October 16, 2026 and from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Ramage Funeral Directors in Olton.

Ernestina was born October 19, 1935, in Brackettville, Texas, to Simplicio and Maria Martinez. She moved to Olton from Brackettville 67 years ago and made it her home. She worked for 20 years as a janitor for American Cotton Growers, carrying out her work with dedication and a strong work ethic.

Ernestina was a devoted aunt who took great pride in supporting her nieces and nephews. She encouraged them in their school activities and helped provide school supplies and clothing. She showed her love through her thoughtfulness and willingness to help, always taking an interest in their lives and well-being.

A member of Trinity Baptist Church in Olton, Ernestina valued her faith and family. She enjoyed cheering for the Dallas Cowboys, singing, and making up her own tunes. Thanksgiving and family gatherings were especially important to her, and she treasured the time spent with those she loved. Although she never married or had children of her own, she devoted herself to her extended family and remained a caring and supportive presence in their lives.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Simplicio and Maria Martinez and 12 siblings. Ernestina is survived by her nieces and nephews, Virginia Jimenez and Ruby Jimenez, both of Olton; Juanita Ramirez and Nicole Espinoza, both of Dimmitt; Rachel Romero of Olton; Diana Martinez of Denver; Alice Hernandez and Hector Martinez, both of Olton; Roy Vela of Perryton; Caleb Ramirez of Dimmitt; Gabe Martinez Jr. of Pueblo, Colorado; Rene Hernandez of Olton; Nabor Hernandez Jr. of Abilene; and Mark Romero of Olton; along with numerous other nieces and nephews who were special to her.