Santiago Martinez Jr.
December 1, 1977 ~ December 26, 2022
Born in:
San Antonio , Texas
Resided in:
San Antonio, Texas
Santiago “Chago” Martinez Jr, 45, passed unexpectedly on December 26. 2022. He was born December 1st, 1977 in San Antonio, Texas, the son of Santiago Martinez and Sara (Mena)
Martinez. Santiago was raised by his grandparents, coining the nickname “El Rey” by his Grandpa Martinez, being the first grandson of the family. In middle school, Santiago picked up
skateboarding, which afforded him many lifelong friendships. He attended Highlands High School where he gravitated towards the punk scene, attending concerts and frequently joining mosh pits.
Anyone looking for Santiago could usually find him in the back bedroom of his grandparents’ house, which became a popular hangout for his friends throughout his life. Santiago and his friends
loved graffiti, evident by the art covering his bedroom. Later in life, Santiago enjoyed spending time with his sister and trying new breakfast spots with her. He especially enjoyed “huevos rancheros”.
His family and friends remember him as extremely enthusiastic and talkative, even with strangers, and having an unwavering love for his New Orleans Saints. He is preceded in death by his parents. He
is survived by his sister Christina (Steve) Medrano, his four nieces; Mia Martinez, Lillia Radicke, Iceline Radicke, Razzberry Radicke, and his grand-nephew, Juno Castro. A memorial will be held for
Santiago on January 21, 2023 at Martinez Skate Park, 201 Merida St. San Antonio, TX 78207
Services
Celebration of Life: January 21, 2023 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Martinez Skate Park
201 Merida St.
San Antonio , TX United States
78207
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Rachel Campos
Chago was my mother’s only brother. I often hung out with him. He, like a lot of my family members, was an artist. He taught me origami, sculpting, and let me reads his Mangas. He would make us breakfast at my grand mother’s house and we would watch him for hours in the summer skate with his friends. It was great watching that persistence. I miss him so much already and I think his sister, my mom. Is doing a great job honoring his life and hwta he believed in. We love you Chago