Azucena R. Martinez, age 93, of Hammond, IN, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026.

Azucena is survived by her children: Blanca Conrad, Joseph (Rosario) Martinez, Graciela (late Philip) Brewer and Tony (Lynnette) Martinez; grandchildren: James, Thomas, Emily, Victoria, Andres Sr., Juan Jr., Blanca Rosa, Camryn, Mallory, Hanna and Justin; many great and great-great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in passing by her parents: Abraham Rodriguez and Maria del Refugio Rodriguez Ainslie; and her husband, José Martinez.

Friends are invited to visit with the family on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at LaHayne Funeral Home located at 6955 Southeastern Avenue, Hammond, IN, from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM.

Funeral Mass will take place at 10:00 AM DIRECTLY at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 7132 Arizona Avenue, Hammond, IN, officiated by Fr. Charles Mosley. Interment immediately following to Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Calumet City, IL.