My dad helped raise him. I didn't know him well since I lived in FL, but when I went up to visit my dad and he lived wit him, I remember his mom telling me that he would come in at 3 AM and ask where I was if he didn't see me. Made me feel like he cared. I miss him <3 R.I.P Ruben <3

Dear Ruben, I think of you and the injustice on a regular basis. I saw the pictures of your mom and the tremendous sorrow in her face. I know she needlessly lost one of the most beautiful and precious people in her life. Everyone knows Officer Byrne was wrong regardless of what the courts decided. Even Officer Byrne knows he was wrong and he is faced with his brutal mistake everyday for the rest of his life and beyond. Most important God knows Officer Byrne was wrong and someday God will give you and your family peace and justice. Yes, spread your wings Ruben. Be the guardian angel for your mother, father, brother, friends and family. I know you are always watching them and protecting them. I would not be surprised if you would protect Officer Byrne too.

I remember going to auto class with Reuben, he was sharp and he processed things quickly. I rememer when he did something against the rules he would wissle jiggle bells and walk away. I will also never forget random bus drives home. I will allways miss him. P>D

praying for your family this morning at 5am.I don't know you but God woke me and led me to you on the internet.Forgiveness is the only way to peace. Boys, revenge won't make anything better. God bless you he cares enough for you to get me,a stranger, out of bed to pray for you all.

Really , really sad to hear the news about this young man. I think about his story everyday and hope the Martinez family will find some peace.

Thank you everyone for your kind words and memories. The outpouring of love from everyone has brough a bit of solace to me and the rest of my family. I know Rubin is looking down on all of us and he touched so many lives and will always. You are going to be missed and not a moment goes by that you aren't in my thoughts. Mark and Freddy are hurting inside and feel what happened is not fair or just. We will never forget the joy that your short life brought to all of us. Your Dad and I are hurting so very much inside and no words can express what those two men did to you. They have brought so much pain to your whole family. I just cannot imagine the fear that you went through. When you are ready spread your wings and come for me. I love you very much.

Words cannot express the pain that I, and we all, must feel in our hearts for Ruben's family and friends who loved him so dearly. I am still shaken to the core with this horror. As a mom of a teen and 22 year old, I cannot fathom the depth of agony this family is enduring, and although you don't know me, please take my most heart-felt blessings for all of you. Including my nephews and son. Who will ever know what greatness he could have gone on to accomplish? His life was cut far too short, for no good reason. I truly believe he will always be there, guiding and watching after everyone who shared in his joy of life and good spirits with on this earth. My deepest regrets, sympathy and feelings, to all who are suffering from this tragedy. All the world should be, as well, as it could have been any one of our children, family or friends. It is good to see how much he is loved, and always will be by so many.

ruben. you left us way to early. nobody deserves what happened to you. i think about you and your family everyday and i cant imagine the pain they feel. i remember the first day i met you and you told me you were into cars and i mentioned that i bought a new headunit. and without hesitation, for knowing me a whole of 2 minutes, you offered to put it in for me and its still in my jeep. you never backed down on your word. you came over that weekend and helped me out and we took my doors off and went off roading and connected right away. in highschool even though we werent in any of the same classes we always managed to meet up and skip out for lunch and drive around in your acura. and you attempted to try to teach me how to drive stick, and we cracked up for hours because i just couldnt get it, but you didnt care that i kept stalling your car, you never gave up. the weekend before you died we all went out and it was so awesome seeing you, you were exactly the same. all you did the whole time was laugh and say how happy you were that we were all hanging out and that you missed us. i forgot about this but we both spilled drinks on eachother and you apologized a million times. im so gratfeul i got to see you that night. i remember our last conversation, you told me you were going to marks graduation and we said that wed see eachother there and said it was awesome seeing eachother. you were such a great person always laughing, and being goofy, so compassionate and caring. you never held a grudge and you never turned your back on anyone. you were a genuine, beautiful person. and you will always be missed and you will never ever ever be forgotten. i love you ruben. r.i.p.

I WILL NEVER FORGET UR SMILE!!!!!!

Ruben - You have left behind so many that feel empty that they will no longer have the opportunity to just hang out and be a part of your life. It was a rare opportunity that we took for granted until you passed...and now its to late to say all the things that should have been shared with you while you were still here. This regret is a lesson learned to be grateful for all who touch your life in the way that you've touched others and don't be ashamed to let them know...before its to late! Tomorrow is not promised to anyone of us and you are the poster child for that! Forever Peace for you my friend!!!

Ruben...you were one of the nicest, sweetest kind hearted guys I have ever met. I will always remember your smile and your laugh. So sad that this happened...so horrible that it had to happen. We all miss you so much...and you and your family will always be in our thoughts and prayers. Look over us...and rock out up there! <3

no matter how long it takes... no matter the days, hours, minutes, seconds, this will not be forgotten as you will not be forgotten by your family,your friends, and us the people who did not know you. Ruben you are an angel now spread your wings and fly be free of pain be free of hate and shine down on us when we need you the most.

yo he was truly one of my best friends i ever had so sad i didnt stay in contact with him he will always be my boy and i know i will see him again when its my time so i just smile on the very few very good times we had together everyone keep your heads up cause im sure he would want us too

ruben you were the most likeable kid i ever knew. Always happy, and helping others, I remember driving around in you Buick listening to a spanish station and you doing your crazy dance. Or the first day you got your license and we all piled in your car and went to Charlie Bronws. You were the first person who taught me how to drive, and I know i wasn't very good. I remember driving through splitrock watching 8 mile while all the boys were at ski club. So So So many memories in telemark, kevins dads, tricia and chucks, LBI, Most of all I will always remember your kindness, fun spirit, and HUGE smile. You left us way too soon, but I know you are part of the bigge rplan. I was so blessed to have known you and have been friends with you and i am now blessed to have you as an angel. I know you're looking down on us and your memory will always be with us. I Love you ruben.No goodbyes, just until we meet again!

This terrible incident happened in my hometown. Although I never met you I feel as though I've known you. Your smile lite every room up. I am sure you gave your family many beautiful memories of you. It's only a matter of time until you see them and your friends again. I have to tell you in all of our hearts and minds there is just a big gray area and the pieces cannot be put together. Please tell my Dad I said Hello and only good people are called upon to leave.

Words can not explain your senseless death, however we know that we will see you in heaven, look after your family and the children. Look after my children, especially your friend, my son. He really loved you as a brother and still does. We defend your honor through this ordeal and will be supportive towards your family, especially your ,mom. God Bless you Ruben, we miss you!!!!!! You are an angel in heaven as you were an angel on earth...

You're life was taken away so wrongly. Its hard to believe you won't be around anymore. Its going to be a tough time for your family and friends. We love you.