Mr. Martin was born in East Prairie, Missouri the 25th of May 1936 to the late Elzie Lee Martin, and the late Ona Sue Coffer Martin. He had resided in Horseshoe Cove, Waverly, Georgia for the past thirty three years. Mr. Martin was a veteran of the United States Air Force retiring after twenty two years as a flight engineer. He was a member of the Waverly United Methodist Church.
Mr. Martin was a avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren, He leaves behind many fond memories that will be cherished by all.
a In addition to Mr. Martin’s parents he is preceded in death by his brother Ray Martin.
Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years Lois Hurst Martin of Waverly, GA; two sons Mikell Lee and wife Patricia G. Martin of Waverly, GA; Gary Howard and wife Carol S. Martin of Waycross, GA ; five grandchildren, Brent Howard and wife Wendi L. Martin of Guyton, GA, Brandon Lee and wife Kristan G. Martin of Appling, GA., William Kyle and wife Macey B. Martin of Waycross Ga., Bradley and wife Rachel Tuten of Waycross, Ga., Brandi T. and husband Aaron Beaudry of St. Augustine FL; sister Earline Huitt of Arkansas; brother Jerry Martin of TX; thirteen great grandchildren , several nieces, nephews and other family members.
In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contributions may be made to the Waverly United Methodist Church, 427 Middleton St., Waverly Georgia 31565 or to the Hospice of the Golden Isles, 1692 Glynco Parkway, Brunswick, Georgia 31525.
A celebration of Mr. Martin’s life is to be held 11 a.m. Saturday, the 16th of November 2019 at the Waverly United Methodist Church, 427 Middleton St. in Waverly where Reverend Doug Goode is to officiate.
Arrangements are entrusted to Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home and Oglethorpe Crematorium in Brunswick, GA. www.edomillerandsons.com
