Nicole Briana Martin

Nicole is lovingly remembered for her fighting spirit and devotion to family. The day her son, Ayden, was born was the best day of her life. As she wrote to Ayden on his 19th birthday, “your smile was enough to make me realize what happiness truly is.” Nicole dedicated her life to her son’s safety, happiness, growth, and future.

Nicole was always generous to family, friends, animals, and even strangers. She gave of her resources, time, expertise, and most importantly love. Nicole had great empathy for the marginalized, especially animals in need. For the past 25 years, she worked as a dog trainer and was involved in rescuing and fostering vulnerable dogs.

Among the many things that filled Nicole with joy were hiking Mount Bonnell in Austin, exploring restaurants and trying new foods, horseback riding, and family vacations in Florida. One could always count on Nicole to recommend the best shows, fashion trends, and health hacks.

Preceded in death by grandparents Lois and Alan, brother, David, and four-legged soulmate, Meika. She is survived by son, Ayden, parents, Alana and Jesus, sister, Lauren (Jeremy), brothers Alan and Kyle, aunts Suzie Q and Becky, godmother Suzie, and four Akitas.

She will be remembered with a memorial service at Unity of Houston on October 14, 2023, at 1:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, we request that donations be made to Lone Star Akita Rescue via Valerie Fox at 903-450-7707.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.forestparkthewoodlands.com for the Martin family.