Maria Zayas Martinez

Maria Zayas Martinez, 90, of New Britain, widow of Jose Martinez, passed away peacefully on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019 at Autumn Lake Healthcare in New Britain.  Born in Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico, she was a New Britain resident since 1967 and was a member of St. Mary's Church in New Britain.

Surviving are her children, Joe Martinez and his wife Joett of Coatesville, PA, Dominic Martinez of Kissimmee, FL, Julio Martinez of New Britain, Jose Martinez and Barbara of Coatesville, PA, Daisy Martinez of East Hartford, Gladys Martinez of New Britain, Evelyn Martinez of Rochester, NY, Hector Martinez and Maryann of New Britain, and Edwin Martinez and Gloria of Conway, SC; Elizabeth Martinez of Philadelphia , PA. Plus thirty grandchildren and thirty-five great-grandchildren; and many brothers and sisters.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 9 AM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 So. Main St., New Britain followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM  at St. Mary's Church in New Britain.  Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in New Britain. Calling hours are Wednesday from 6-8 PM at the funeral home.