Villalva, Martin 49 of Phoenix, passed away on Friday December 8, 2017. He was born in Bakersfield, California but was raised in and was a life long resident of Phoenix. He was preceded in death this past year by his loving wife Ernestine. He is survived by his parents; Ruben and Elsa Villalva; five sons; Ray, Daniel, Gabriel, Ernest and Martin Jr., brothers; Ruben Villalva Jr. and Daniel Villalva; and six grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2017 from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M., with a Memorial Service at 3:00 P.M. at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix.
Alex Villalva
My heart goes out to my tio, tia and the rest of the family. I’m left to think how we will finish our chess game above and beyond all wonderous herizones. The man upstairs knows every move that we make or think of making. Sometimes when it seems too great, the Lord will move you into position to get you where u need to be. I will always remember that smile, the joking, and the challenge that you always brought to the game. Back in Tina’s arm’s. We will meet again. God bless you Primo.