Martin Vazquez was born on June 27, 1953, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to Martin Vazquez and Maria L. Ayala.

Martin proudly served in the United States Army from 1974 until 1977. He was a faithful member of St. Kateri Tekawitha Roman Catholic Church in Buffalo, Texas. Martin worked for Nucor Steel of Jewett, Texas for 19 years and later worked for the City of Buffalo, Texas for 14 years.

On January 19, 2008, Martin married Sharon D. Vazquez, and together they proudly raised eight children.

On May 15, 2026, in Buffalo, Texas, Martin departed this earthly life. He is preceded in death by his parents, Martin Vazquez and Maria L. Ayala; his brothers, Omar Bengochea Sr. and Elmon Bengochea; and his son, Braylon Vazquez.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Sharon D. Vazquez; his sons, Martin Vazquez, Mathew Vazquez, Chris Vazquez (Liza), Malcom Haven, Keith Haven, Delingo Haven, and Logan Langford (Natosha); his sister, Nancy Gutierrey; eleven grandchildren; one great grandchild, and a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly.

Martin will be remembered for his dedication and the love he carried for his family and friends.