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Martin H. Uresti, age 77; passed away July 17, 2023 after a long courageous battle with fibrosis of the lungs. He was born November 12, 1945 in Parlier, Ca to Camilo H. Uresti and Trini Reyes. He was a talented guitarist/musician and that's how he would prefer to be remembered. He is survived by his devoted wife Grace Quintana-Uresti, son Mark Uresti, daughter Marie Torres, and son-in-law, Michael Torres, their two children (Josephine and David), and their 4 grandchildren (Ethan, Kaleo, Reynah and Dash), daughter Venice Zamora, and son-in law, Mike Zamora with their four children (Athena, Sariah, Evan, and Naylani). He also leaves behind his sister, Mary Lou Amaro, and brother-in-law, Hector Amaro. Martin is survived by countless relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his parents, Camilo H. Uresti and Trini Reyes, and brothers Joe, Augie and Camilo Uresti. Martin graduated from Parlier High School, and went on to attend Fresno State for a short period of time where he played in Fresno State’s Jazz Band. Later in life he decided to continue his education journey and pursue his Associates Degree from Fresno City College. During his lifetime, Martin, held several occupations: mechanic, truck driver, business owner of his own trucking company,(Uresti Bros. Trucking Co.), maintenance man/trucker (Western Building), and realtor (Guarantee, Century 21, Real Eestate). Martin was most passionate about his career as a professional musician. He began playing music in grade school as a violinist then he became interested in the electric guitar. His father Camilo taught Martín about music at the young age of 4 and he later even played in a trio with his father. Eventually, he started playing rock ‘n’ roll, is his first group Los Diablos at age 21. He played in several groups during the 60s and formed the group, Brew, which he later renamed, Horizon. He was the leader of Horizon group for over 25 years and played alongside his wife Grace. He played for various venues, occasions and events all over California which brought joy and happiness to so many people. The Memorial Service will be held Tuesday August 1st, 8:30am at The Chapel of the Light Funeral Home located at 1620 W. Belmont Ave. Burial services will follow immediately after at Clovis Cemetery, 205 N. Villa Ave, Clovis, Ca. A lunch reception after services will be held at The Clovis Veterans Hall at, 808 4th St., Clovis, Ca 93612.

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Martin H. Uresti

November 12, 1945 - July 17, 2023