Martin Garcia Jr.

Martin Garcia Jr., 57, a lifelong resident of Hagerman New Mexico, passed away on August 23, 2021, in Hagerman New Mexico, Martin was born in Artesia, New Mexico, to Martin Garcia Sr. and Petra Garcia on August 25, 1963. Martin grew up in Hagerman where he attended Elementary through High School, participating in multiple sports, and later married Bibi Barela on January 15, 1983. He was a proud graduate of Hagerman High School and later went on to work in the oil field for many years. His love for trucking and the oil fields ran deep within him and was passed on to his son Josue Garcia. Martin is preceded in death by his father, Martin Garcia Sr.; mother, Petra Garcia; brother, Zeke Garcia and sisters: Elvira Garcia De Cabrera and Nancy Garcia. Martin is survived by his children: Rachelle Banda and spouse Jimi Banda, Sara Foster and spouse Steven Foster, Josue Garcia, and Cassandra Lucero; and also leaves behind his eleven grandchildren: Jakob Bejarano, Jimi Banda Jr., Jonah Bejarano, Ian Banda, Kadence Garcia, Landen Lucero, Couper Foster, Josue Martin Garcia, Liam Lucero, Cash Foster, and Judah Garcia. Martin is also survived by siblings: sister Teresa Moralez and spouse Danny Moralez, brother Tony Garcia and spouse Claudia Garcia, brother Mario Garcia and spouse Chyree Garcia; brothers: Albert Garcia, Adalberto Garcia, Basilio Garcia, Santos Garcia and Eclicerio Garcia; sisters: Isabel Garcia, Maria Garcia De Morales, and Altagracia Garcia De Morales. Martin will be remembered for his unconditional love, compassion, hard work, his silly sense of humor, and his beautiful smile. Let’s not forget his love of cherry pie. His memory will be kept alive by his children and family and all who loved him. When you think of Martin, celebrate the good memories you have of him, remember that life is fragile and short and should be lived to the fullest. “From the ends of the earth I will cry out to you When my heart is in despair. Lead me onto a rock that is higher than I am” Psalms 61:2 The family wishes to thank everyone for all the kindness that has been shown throughout this difficult time. We thank you for all your prayers, thoughts, and well wishes. We thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. There are no words to express our gratitude. Services will take place at Anderson Bethany Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. There will be a viewing at 1:00 pm, followed by a Funeral Service at 2:00 pm. Please take a moment and share a fond memory or kind expression of sympathy for Martin’s family at www.andersonbethany.com. Martin’s tribute was written in his honor by his family.

Martin Garcia Jr.

August 25, 1963 - August 23, 2021