Leonel Benitez Martinez

Leonel Benitez Martinez, 52, of Siler City, died Wednesday, August 9, 2023.

Leonel was born in Paso de Guayabal, Mexico on August 25, 1970, to Orfanel Aguirre Benitez and Josefina Martinez Benitez. Mr. Benitez Martinez loved farming, swimming and just being outdoors. He was always cutting up and enjoyed spending time with his family.

Mr. Benitez Martinez is survived by his parents; his brothers, Isidro Benitez and  Esteibi Benitez; sisters, Albinia Benitez, Gabilit Evans, Maria Benitez, Yenet Benitez and Sindy Benitez. He was preceeded in death by his grandparents, Dionicia Aguirre, Marcos Benitez, Albinia Gonzalez, and Ricardo Martinez; and brother, Antonio Benitez.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, August 13, 2023 at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home, from 4:00 - 6:00 PM. The funeral service will be at 1:00 PM, on Monday, August 14, 2023, with Pastor Valentin officiating at Smith & Buckner Chapel. Burial will follow at Loves Creek Baptist Cemetery.

Smith & Buckner Funeral Home is serving the Benitez Martinez family.

Online Condolences may be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com