Estrella Martinez, 91, of Hartford entered into eternal life peacefully in her home, on January 8, 2022.  She was born in Havana Cuba, the daughter of Fidelina Roman and Guillermo Hernandez.  Estrella is predeceased by her loving husband Rafael E. Martinez, her son's Manuel and Rafael Martinez, her daughter Gloria Fernandez and daughter in law Sandra Martinez. Estrella is survived by her daughter Maria do Nacimento and her spouse Carlos as well as her daughter in law Marie Martinez.  She dedicated her life to her family and daily operations of La Estrella Bakery at 809 Broad St and 1916 Park St. in Hartford.

Estrella leaves her ever lasting impression on her grandchildren, The Magnificent 8, Deanna, her spouse Carlos, Michelle, Christina, Sandra, her spouse Ed, Ramon his spouse Melissa, Carla, her spouse Chad, Manuel his spouse Lucelly, Monica, her spouse Khalif.  She leaves her greatgrandchildren, Elmer, Breanna, Carlos III, Alyssa, Joshua, Kelis, Nathanael, Khalif, Rafael, Gabriella, Mia, Colton, Chadly, Ramon III, Havana, Kingzly and Knowledge. Estrella also leaves her great-great grandchildren Carlos IV and Lively in addition to many other extended family and friends. The family thanks Rosario for her caring heart and compassion.

A Christian Mass will be held on Monday, January 17, 2022 at noon at Our Lady of Sorrow Church, 79 New Park Ave, Hartford CT, followed by burial at Mount St. Benedicts. Dillion Baxter Funeral Home is charge of services.  In Lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Alzheimer Association of Hartford.