March 24, 2026, 51, Mount Olive – Reynaldo Lee Martinez, 51, died Tuesday evening at Southwood Nursing Center in Clinton, NC.
He is survived by his beloved daughters, Reyne Martinez of Smithfield, Reygan Best and her husband, Colby of Faison, and
Maya and Zoey Martinez of Wilson.
Ray, as he was known, is also survived by his mother, Cynthia Valdez; his siblings, Brenda Bess and husband Raymond, Felix Montalvo and his wife Mari, Andy Marinez, Rocky Martinez and his wife Michelle, and George Montalvo and his wife Marissa, all of Texas; and his very best friend, Terrance Mathews.
Ray was preceded in death by his father, Reynaldo Martinez, Sr.
Ray was a true Texan, though he had relocated to North Carolina, where he lived and spent most of his life. A Texas Longhorn fan, Ray also loved time spent fishing, cooking and grilling up delicious meals for his family and friends, listening to good ole’ country music, and enjoying a Dr. Pepper. Ray also loved and cherished his family.
A service to celebrate his life will be held on Sunday, March 29, at two o’clock in the afternoon at Tyndall Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Flowers are welcome.
