Anthony James “A.J.” Martinez, 32, of Nederland, Texas, passed on into the loving arms of our Savior, on Friday, October 28, 2022.

Anthony was born on January 19, 1990, in San Diego, California, to Kenneth Robert Martinez Jr. and Royce Perkins Roedahl. He was raised in Nederland where he graduated from Nederland High School. Anthony recently began a new journey by returning to Nederland and he was excited to start his position with Valvoline Express in Beaumont.

Anthony had a passion for gaming and creating artwork. He also appreciated antique cars and multiple genres of music. His family says he could be rocking out one minute and then singing an old country tune the next. Anthony had a longing to spend time with his family, especially his son Isaac. He also loved his mother and sisters; often calling home to check in on “The Girls”. Anthony will continue to be treasured by his family and friends and will be missed greatly.

Those left to cherish Anthony’s memory are his son, Isaac; his mother, Royce; sisters: Leeanna, Katherine, and Danie; his niece, Korra; his Aunt Gail and Uncle David; cousins Kendal and Kamren, along with a host of extended family and friends.

Anthony was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Martinez, his maternal grandparents, Ann Settle and Kenneth Perkins, and his paternal grandmother, Vivian Latza.

A gathering of friends and family will take place from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 11, 2022, at Melancon Funeral Home in Nederland, Texas. A “Celebration of Life” Memorial Service to Honor the Memory of Anthony James “A.J.” Martinez, will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 11, 2022, at Melancon Funeral Home. Private Cremation Services will be held at a later date.