Jean Elizabeth Martin, age 89 of Punta Gorda, FL passed away January 5, 2021. She was born November 14, 1931 in Pensacola, FL to Homer D and Gertrude Truman. Jean attended various schools throughout the United States. She spent most of her life as a fantastic homemaker and mother to three children. Jean enjoyed painting, poetry, cooking, playing cards, fishing and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was dedicated to her family and was caring, kind and compassionate to all those around her. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Homer D Truman and Gertrude Truman; her husband, Norman A Martin; her long-time significant other, Merrill L Walls; her sister Lucille; and her daughter, Norma J Hibbard. She is survived by her son, Greg D Martin; daughter, Darlene S (Kevin J) Finley; grandchildren, Daniel M Finley, Devon Martin, Timothy Hibbard, Steven Hibbard and Kathy Hibbard; and her brother, Alvin. A memorial service for Jean will take place Sunday, January 17, 2021 at 2pm at Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Home; 635 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, FL 33950.