Gloria Irene Bribiesca-Martinez

Gloria Irene Bribiesca-Martinez 

October 24, 1930  – January 16, 2025 Sacramento, CA. 

Gloria Irene Bribiesca-Martinez 94 of Sacramento, CA passed away peacefully at home on 01-16-2025.   Gloria was born to Jesus and Angela Bribiescas in Sacramento.  Gloria was one of three children sister, Lupe Felix and brother, Gerardo (Harry) Bribiescas. Gloria married Rudolph (Rudy) Martinez on January 18th 1953. They were married at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in Sacramento. Married for 68 years. They were blessed with six children; Diane, Denise, Darlene, Donna, David and Donald.  Gloria was employed and retired from the State of California with 37 years of service.  Gloria was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America Court Court 172 for 24 years. She loved her Catholic Faith. Gloria is survived by her children Diane (Armondo), Darlene (Ronald), Donna (Michael), David, Donald (Samatha); 15 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 10 great great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Angela, Jesus Bribiescas, husband Rudolph , daughter Denise, son in law James. Gloria made many friends and was adored by everyone who knew her. Gloria was known for her genuine kindness. She had an infectious laugh along with a beautiful smile. She will be remembered for her loving and giving spirit. She had a heart as warm as her home. Her door was always opened and she welcomed everyone with open arms, making all feel like family. She was dedicated to the catholic faith and the family she created. Gloria enjoyed dancing, music, sewing, shopping, gardening and bowling, modeling for fashion shows. She was a joy to be around and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Services will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery and Funeral Center at 6509 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, Ca 95820.

February 3, 2025: The viewing will begin at 5 p.m. Rosary will be held at 6 p.m.

February 4, 2025: Funeral Mass will at 10:00 am. Burial at St. Mary Cemetery at 11:00 am. 

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center or Catholic Daughters of America Court #172.