Alvin Louis Martinez came into this world Saturday, October 28, 1961, and departed it Thursday, April 13, 2017, at the age of 55.He was preceded in death by his parents, Rosie Sepulvado and Wilson Martinez.Survivors include his twin sons, Landon Sholin and wife, Jessica, of Manhatten, Kansas and Chad Sholin of W. Springfield, Massachusetts; daughter, Nicole Alford of Many; grandsons, Bryce Sholin, Bentley Mitchell, Cole Mitchell and Elliott Sholin; brothers, Sylvester Martinez and wife, Arlene, and Larry Martinez and wife, Irma, all of Zwolle; sister, Charlotte Mobley of Shreveport; fiancée, Audrey Wooley, of Zwolle; nephews, Jason Martinez and Brad Mobley; nieces, Lisa Malmay Parker, Amy Martinez Garcie and Debra Martinez Sepulvado; Anthony Longoria, his life long friend, and his sidekick of 13 years, Gizzy.Alvin began a career in the oil field at an early age and continued until the onset of his illness. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, especially of large turtles. He was a member of the Choctaw-Apache Tribe of Ebarb and the Sons of the Confederate Veterans. For many years, Alvin participated in the Battle of Pleasant Hill reenactment, which he thoroughly enjoyed.Alvin comes from a large, extended family that includes grand nieces and nephews, a great-grand niece and an expected great-grand nephew. He leaves behind many cousins and even more friends. He was a unique person who people gravitated to because of his extreme personality. All who knew him have personal ‘Alvin stories’ that will continue to cause laughter and tears as he is remembered. He possessed a kind heart and would offer his help and support to anyone, often before they might ask.Alvin was definitely a “one of a kind” and he will be sadly missed.Arrangements was with Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Many. The funeral service were held April 17 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Zwolle with interment following in the church cemetery.
July 15, 2026
