Karen Mae Martin

The family of Karen Mae Simonson Martin of Louisville Kentucky is saddened to announce her passing on the 31st of July 2020 at 74 years of age. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends: Karen is survived by three daughters; Brenda Callahan of Paris KY, Rhonda Kincaid of Carlisle KY, and Melissa (Missy) Martin-Smith (Bill) of St. Petersburg FL; three grandsons: John Callahan and Jason Callahan of Paris KY, and Brando Smith of St. Petersburg FL; one sister, Barbara Secora from Minnesota; brothers, Wesley Simonson from Minnesota and Jimmy Simonson (Pat) from Kansas; along with many nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind her long time devoted friend, Linda Jones, from Tennessee and her dear niece and loving caregiver, Angie Martin. Karen was born August 5, 1945, in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfin and Elizabeth Simonson; sister, Nancy Moore; and her beloved husband, Reverend J. Randell Martin. Sincere thanks to her kind and helpful neighbors, Chaplain Janet Boice, and Deacon Joe for the love and support over the years. Graveside service will be held on Friday August 7, 2020 at 12:00pm at New Salem Baptist Church Cemetery, 2775 Deatsville Rd. Cox’s Creek KY 40013.