Consuelo “Connie” Elizabeth Martinez passed away in Yuba City on October 21st, 2026, at the age of 92. Connie was born in Knights Landing, California, on January 25th, 1934, to parents Ynez Castillo and Maria Elias.

Throughout Connie’s life she had many things she enjoyed, like playing volleyball, gardening, attending church, and being a fashionista as described by her family. She was known as a social butterfly and had many friends, all who were important to her. Connie had a wonderful tradition of making tamales every year on Christmas with her sister Sally.

Connie will be greatly missed.

Connie is survived by her children Roberto Martinez, Richard Martinez and Patricia Martinez, brother Ynez Castillo, sisters Rosie Lopez, Victoria Haro, Ramona Espinoza, and Sally Perea, eight grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

Connie is preceded in death by her parents Ynez and Maria, and her daughter Maria Perez.

Always remembered and forever young.

A viewing will take place on Tuesday, November 17th from 1pm to 4:30 pm. The rosary will begin at 2pm to 3pm, at Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary located at 825 A Street Orland, CA.

Mass will take place on Wednesday, November 18th at 11 am at St. Mary’s located on 400 Los Robles Ave, Hamilton City, CA. Burial will take place at the Catholic Cemetery at 3900 County Rd. P, Orland, CA.

Following mass and burial a reception will be held at the parish hall at 830 A Street, Orland, CA.

Arrangements are held under the direction of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary.