Dorcas Martell, age 89 of Pembroke Pines, Florida, peacefully passed away on June 25th, 2025. She was born in Manhattan, New York to the late Narciso Martinez and Lydia Kercado.
She is survived by her daughters: Enid Martell and her husband Nelyson De Jesus, Wanda Martell and her husband Jerry Latorre and Vivian Rowe; Granddaughters: Victoria Rowe, Isabella Rowe, Neysa De Jesus, Krystal Basora and Carol Basora; Gransons: Gabriel De Jesus and Elijah Latorre; Great-Grandchildren: Elias Sanchez, Jeremiah Irizarry, Kaylah Melendez, Gabriella De Jesus and Daniella De Jesus.
She was a God-fearing woman who impacted her family and everyone she encountered by preaching the Gospel and walking by faith. Her life demonstrated Christ, she encouraged everyone she met to have a real relationship with God through prayer. She knew the importance of prayer, and her life truly reflected her walk with Christ.
You may have known her as a mother, a sister, an aunt, a wife, a grandmother, a great-grandmother, or a friend. Every role she had, she embraced and fulfilled with grace and love. She will forever be in our hearts and minds.
Like she always said, “I pray for you, and you pray for me.”
May her legacy be passed down to generations to come.
We love you always, our Queen, Dorcas Martell.
A visitation is to be held on June 30th, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, located at 1600 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024.
A Graveside Service is to follow at 1:30 PM at Lauderdale Memorial Park, located at 2001 SW 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315.
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Jackie Pareja
June 27, 2025, 1:44 am
Acompaño a toda la familia en su dolor en este momento difícil.
Hoy la tierra llora su partir pero el cielo se viste de fiesta al recibir otro angelito más. Que nuestra querida Dorkas descanse en paz y brille para ella la luz perpetua.
Elisabeth Olivo y flia
June 27, 2025, 2:49 am
Nuestro mas sentido pesame a la familis. Aunque no conoci personalmente a la Hna. Dorcas, siempre veia las fotos de ella con sus hijos y nietos, su sonrisa me hablaba de una mujer que amaba a Dios con devocion e irradiaba amor a todos a su alrededor. Hot esta en los brazos del Padre. Salmos 23
Itza Diaz
June 27, 2025, 12:12 pm
I’m so sorry for your loss, Vivian. My sincere condolences to you and your entire beautiful family. I pray for all of you that God gives you the strength and comfort you in this time of mourning. I think her life motto is life changing, shows her compassionate heart, and is worth passing along, “I pray for you, and you pray for me.” I know she’s in God’s glory resting in peace-no more tears and no more pain-no doubt! Your socia and sister in Christ, Itza
Ibis Santana
June 27, 2025, 1:03 pm
You and your family have another angel taking care of all of you, From now on She will be there every second, shielding and hugging you when you need it. Accept my condolences and Sympathy “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you,”
Addy Melendez
June 27, 2025, 1:20 pm
My sincerest condolences to the whole family. I used to work with Vivian. May the Lord grant you the peace that only he could give. She is with our heavenly father were there is no suffering. She will always be in your hearts and memories. May our heavenly father comfort you in this time off mourning. Love and Blessings!
Tamara Cairo
June 27, 2025, 1:48 pm
We know we have hope in Christ; He is our redeemer; we faithfully follow him to the day. Sadly, the day has come for your mom, but suffering is over too for her; and there will be days brighter that certainly will take us to His Presence knowing that Day that we will we reunited in His Glory is getting closer. So, Rowe gather strength in him and find His Peace in this moment is my prayer for you in Jesus’ name.
Amén
Mirna Lopez
June 27, 2025, 11:57 pm
Vivian amiga siento mucho la perdida de tu mami que el Señor la haya recibido en sus brazos, te doy mi más sentido pesame al igual que para tus hermanas. Te quiero amiga y le pido a Dios que te de fortaleza durante este tiempo difícil en lo que puede servirte aquí aunque lejos cuentas conmigo. Te quiero muchísimo comadre y bendiciones.
Ernesto Perez
June 28, 2025, 2:54 pm
Siento mucho su pérdida, y por esta separación temporal de su ser querido. Sabemos que en Cristo Jesús tenemos esperanza de vida eterna, y que todos estaremos con El en las moradas que preparo para todos nosotros.
Recuerden siempre el tiempo que Dios les permitió disfrutar de la compañía y el amor de su amada mamá, para consuelo de ustedes. Agradecemos al Señor por recibirla en sus brazos. Ernesto y familia.
Marta Valle
June 30, 2025, 12:11 am
Nuestro mas sentido pésame para mi querida amiga Wanda y toda su familia en momentos tan difíciles como estos que están viviendo pero sabemos que el señor la acogerá en su seno como lo que fue una fiel devota de nuestro señor. Que descanse en paz y brille para ella la luz perpetua 🙏🏼.
Nancy Vega Vélez
June 30, 2025, 7:51 am
Junio 30/2025
Mi querida Dorka fuiste una gran mujer y una abuelita excepcional sobre todo una mujer de fe en Cristo, siempre con su carisma y su sonrisa inigualable. Vuela alto mi Reina.🕊️ Estás descansando en los brazos del Señor hay gozo en los cielos porque se a ganado la corona de la vida eterna. Consuelo del cielo a sus hijas ,nietos,demás familiares y amigos. Te amaré y te recordaré siempre . Nancy and family
elvira Higinio
June 30, 2025, 11:49 am
Dear Wanda,
I am heartbroken about your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time.
May you find comfort in the love and support of those around you and strength in the cherished memories you hold dear. My thoughts are with you, and I’m here for anything you may need.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Elvira H.
Lucy Silva
June 30, 2025, 1:42 pm
Praying for you and. your family Vivi. Sorry for your great loss.
Maria A. Gaviria V.
June 30, 2025, 5:35 pm
I’m very sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences during this difficult time.
My thoughts are with you, and I hope you find comfort and strength in the love and support of your family and those around you. May her memory bring you peace and remain a source of strength in the days ahead.
Maria Gaviria.
Lizette Valdes-Martinez
July 1, 2025, 9:23 am
condolences to you Vivian and your family. May God give all of you the strength to cope through this difficult time.
There are no words for the legacy your mother has left on your family. Her shining memories of her personality will live on in your hearts.
My sprit is with you even though I was unable to attend.
With all my love and a huge hug.
Lizette
Geraldine Nazario
July 1, 2025, 6:35 pm
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I can only imagine how hard this time must be for you. A mother’s love is something truly special — a constant source of comfort, strength, and unconditional care. While words can never truly ease the pain, please know that my heart is with you.
May you find comfort in the beautiful memories you shared and the love she poured into your life. Her spirit and the lessons she gave you will forever remain in your heart.
Please remember that you are not alone. I’m here for you and your family — whether you need someone to talk to, sit with, or lean on in the days ahead.
Sending you love, strength, and my deepest condolences.
With all my heart,
Geraldine Nazario