Saturnilo Lopez Obituary (1991

Saturnilo "Junito" Lopez Martinez Jr. Saturnilo Lopez Martinez Jr., lovingly known as "Junito," tragically passed away on August 9, 2025, as the result of an automobile accident in North Carolina. Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, to Saturnilo Lopez and Jicela (Javier Samorano) Martinez, he was raised in Santa Isabel until the age of 14, when he relocated to the United States. A skilled and passionate diesel mechanic, Junito worked for Smith International in North Carolina, where his expertise and dedication were unmatched. Cars and trucks were more than just his trade--they were his life's passion--and there wasn't a mechanical problem he couldn't solve. Known for his adventurous spirit, he enjoyed racing bikes, cars, and trucks, and cherished moments riding ATVs with his father and brother. He also found peace fishing on the rivers and lakes of the Carolinas. Junito had a generous heart, often helping veterans in his community with their vehicles. Above all, he loved his family deeply, treasuring every moment spent together. His laughter, kindness, and devotion will leave an everlasting imprint on those who knew him. He is survived by his beloved wife of 17 years, Ashley (nee Carroll) Lopez; dear siblings, Gladys (Emanuel) Ocasio, Kenneth Lopez, and Henry Rios; cherished nieces and nephews, Rachelly, Ryan, and Mason Ocasio; loving grandmothers, Gladys Martinez and Maria Ortalaza; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends in Puerto Rico and the United States. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Samuel Vargas and Saturnilo Lopez. Family and friends are invited to his visitation on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, from 3-5 p.m. at the Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home, 523-25 Cumberland St., Gloucester City. A religious service will begin at 5 p.m. Interment will be private. Junito will be remembered for his skillful hands, adventurous spirit, and the boundless love he gave to his family and friends. Spanish Version Saturnilo "Junito" Lopez Martinez Jr. Saturnilo Lopez Martinez Jr., carinosamente conocido como"Junito", fallecio tragicamente el 9 de agosto de 2025 como resultado de un accidente automovilistico en Carolina del Norte. Junito Nacio en Ponce, Puerto Rico, hijo de Saturnilo Lopez y Jicela (Javier Samorano) Martinez, y crecio en Santa Isabel hasta los14 anos, cuando se traslado a vivir a Estados Unidos. Mecanico diesel habil y apasionado, Junito trabajo para Smith International en Carolina del Norte, donde su experiencia y dedicacion eran incomparables. Los autos y camiones eran masque su oficio: eran su pasion de vida, y no habia problema mecanico que el no pudiera resolver. Conocido por su espiritu aventurero, disfrutaba correr motoras,autos y camiones, y apreciaba los momentos compartidos montando vehiculos todo terreno con su padre y hermano. Tambien encontraba paz pescando en los rios y lagos de las Carolinas. Junito tenia un corazon generoso y con frecuencia ayudaba a los veteranos de su comunidad con sus vehiculos. Sobre todo, amaba profundamente a su familia y atesoraba cada momento que pasaba junto a ellos. Su risa, bondad y entrega dejaran una huella imborrable en todos los que lo conocieron. Le sobreviven su amada esposa durante 17 anos, Ashley (de apellido de soltera Carroll) Lopez; sus queridos hermanos, Gladys (Emanuel) Ocasio, Kenneth Lopez y Henry Rios; sus amados sobrinos, Rachelly, Ryan y Mason Ocasio; sus queridas abuelas, Gladys Martinez y Maria Ortalaza; asi como numeros tias y tios primos y amigos entranables en Puerto Rico y en Estados Unidos. Le precedieron en la muerte sus abuelos, Samuel Vargas y Saturnilo Lopez. Familiares y amigos estan invitados a su velorio el miercoles, 20 de agosto de 2025, de 3 a 5 p. m. en la Funeraria Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly, 523-25 Cumberland St., Gloucester City. El servicio religioso comenzara a las 5 p. m. El sepelio sera privado. Junito sera recordado por sus manos habiles, su espiritu aventurero y el amor infinito que dio a su familia y amigos.