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Statement From King Taco on the Death of Their Founder, Raul Martinez Snr.

8:56 PM PST on December 4, 2013

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A giant in the world of tacos died yesterday. Raul Martinez Senior, founder of King Taco, was 74. The following statement was posted on the chain's website:

Con mucha tristeza y duelo les informamos a nuestra estimada clientela que el día 3 de diciembre de este año en corzo falleció unos de nuestros fundadores, el Sr. Raul Martinez. Por respeto y duelo el día 4 de diciembre todas las sucursales Estarán cerrados por luto. Que dios nos bendiga a todos, y en especial a su familia en estos momentos.

To our beloved customers, it is with great pain and sorrow that we inform you that on December 3rd one of our founders Raul Martinez Sr. Passed away. In respect to him and his family all King Taco locations will be closed in his honor. He will be truly missed. May God bless everyone and his family.

Our heartfelt condolences to the Martinez Family, and everyone at King Taco.

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