Jose Manuel Torres Martinez's Obituary
Jose Manuel Torres Martinez, a cherished family man, and master carpenter, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024, in Seaford, Delaware. Born on September 16, 1970, in Zacatecas, Mexico, Jose's kind and loving spirit touched everyone he met throughout his 53 years of life.
Jose's legacy is carried on by his beloved family, including his children, Joseph Manuel Torres Jr., Julian Matthew Torres, and Gabriela Maria Torres from Baltimore, MD; as well as Alejandro Torres and Natalia Torres from Seaford, Delaware. He is now reunited with his five siblings, Guadalupe Torres, Rosa Torres, Pablo Torres, Graciela Torres, Santiago Torres, and his parents, Teofilo Torres, and Maria Martinez, who predeceased him.
A talented carpenter by trade, Jose's skillful hands and creative mind brought joy and comfort to many homes. He was a cherished member of his community, often sharing his knowledge and love for craftsmanship with those around him. His interests were varied and rich; he loved nothing more than spending time with his friends and family, working on cars, adding to his impressive collection of work tools, and relaxing by watching his favorite western films.
Jose loved his work, his hobbies, and most of all, his family. He will be remembered as a loving, kind, and handy man, whose presence enriched the lives of all who knew him.
A Memorial service will be held on Monday, March 25, 2024, at 6:00 PM Visitation for friends and Family will begin at 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. At Watson Yates Funeral Home 609 E King St, Seaford, Delaware 19973.
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Watson Yates Funeral Home 609 E King St, Seaford, Delaware 19973.
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