Ronnie K. "Pete" Martin
March 6, 2016
Ronnie K. 'Pete' Martin, 66, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2016. Born in Duncan, Oklahoma, he graduated from Velma-Alma High School and The University of Central Oklahoma. Pete enjoyed a successful 40 year career in the oil and gas drilling industry. Throughout those years he made many life long friends, especially those at Cactus Drilling in Oklahoma City. There are many stories from family events to Oklahoma Sooner football games to industry functions that will keep his memory alive in our hearts. If the measure of a man is how you handle adversity then he was a gentle giant. For that reason, in lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society or American Lung Association would be suggested.
Pete was preceded in death by his parents, William Glen and Allene Tince Strickland Martin. He is survived by his wife, Denise; brothers Darrell Ray (Bev), and Larry (Dawn); mother-in-law, Marie Rose Billeaudeaux; brothers-in-law, Dale Billeaudeaux (Penny), Brian Billeaudeaux (Terry) and Gary Billeaudeaux (Cristy). He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. The family would like to thank Resolute Hospital for their compassionate care. A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at 1pm, Saturday, March 12, 2016, at Lux Funeral Home Chapel.
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We’ve lost a wonderful friend, brother and father. May he rest in peace knowing that he touched many lives. Peace be with the family now and forever.
Denise, our loving thoughts are with you and your family as you go this tough time. Love, Deb and Brian Schmitt
Denise , sending our love hugs and prayers during this sad difficult time. We love you sweet friend. We will miss our dear friend Pete.
So very sorry for yourosd Denise. You are in our thoughts and prayers and we love you. ❤️
So sorry for the loss of your dear Pete. May your strong faith in God provide you with some comfort and peace. All my love and support to you and your family. Your friend, Clare
I am so sorry for the loss of a good friend. Prayers for his family through this difficult time. May you keep the faith in God and he will help you through the pain.
I am so sorry to hear of Pete’s passing. He was one of my favorite students at V-A Schools. Always had a smile to share with everyone and he was so kind, thoughtful, and just an outstanding individual. My thoughts, prayers, and love to his family and many friends during this difficult time. May God be very near to you now and the days ahead. May He wrap his loving arms around each of you each day.
I’m so sorry to hear of Pete’s passing. This is a very hard time to go through and I pray God’s blessings on each of you.
Pete or ‘Pedro’ as I liked to call him was larger than life and I don’t mean in size because he was a big guy. I was a year younger than he was and I went all through grade school and high school with him. He was a very jovial person who always had a smile for everybody. We were team mates on the football field and Pete was an excellent player who gave his all at all times. I won’t ever forget Pedro. He was one of the good ‘ones’…
Pete, I will never forget all the good times we had going through school together. I am sorry we never did plan a class reunion. You called me every year to see if we could all get together. I guess we just ran out of time. I will always remember you. Love Mary Beth class of 67
So sorry to hear about Pete’s passing. I haven’t seen him since high school, but he made a lasting impression on me. Such a “gentle giant”. So kind, humble, jovial, everyone’s friend. He will be missed. Class of 67
Frat brother of mine. Good guy. I’ll miss him.
Denise, I was saddened to hear the news of your husband, Pete’s, passing but I know he will never be far from your thoughts and his memory will continue to comfort you through this difficult time. He is not lost. You know exactly where he is. He is home with his Father in Heaven, free of pain and suffering, enjoying life everlasting. Love to you and your family, Michael & Rhonda Dippo
Denise, I was saddened to hear that your husband Pete passed away. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Denise, Susan and I are very sorry for your loss. You are a strong individual who will get through this with the support of friends and family. Time does heals all things and your faith in God will help you get through this most difficult time. God Bless you!
Pete you will be missed by all who knew you. I will never forget your smile, that twinkle in your eyes and your love of life. I will always remember all the great times we had at V-A and beyond. Rest in peace and see you on the other side. Love you.
Denise, I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you through this difficult time. Hugs!
To the Family: I am so sorry to hear of Pete’s passing. I know he will be sorely missed. He was a fun and pleasant person and that made the space around him a better place.
What a loss of a “one of a kind” man! We have lots of great (& crazy) memories that we will always remember. Denise our thoughts, prayers, and love to you.
Sorry for your loss. I last saw Pete in Pampa more than 30 years ago. I thought of him often and regret not seeing him more recently. He was.always a mellow influence at parties. I’ll always remember his grin
Pete was a one of a kind. Always had a smile and always wanted to share that smile. I will miss you Pete. Thanks for the fun times at Acacia Fraternity and many years there after. Denise my prayers have been said for you and Pete. May God keep you always. My deepest sympathies. Michael (Mike) Hudson
Denise, I am so saddened by your loss. It breaks my heart. You are in my thoughts often. I know you are surrounded by friends and loving relatives who love you and support you during this tough time.
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY. PETE WAS A GREAT FRIEND AND A GREAT ACACIA BROTHER AT CENTRAL STATE COLLEGE,DANNY PARKS
I am saddened to hear about the loss of Pete. My memories of Okla. and Acacia revolve around the friendship and good times we shared. I last saw Pete when he came to Ma. for a visit years ago and stayed with us. He will be missed. Prayers are with you.
Dear Denise My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your golden memories of laughter and love carry you. So very sorry.
Have thought of you many times over the years. We had some great times, you, Ratso, Grisgby and myself! I will cherish those memories. RIP my brother.