Linda Martin

Born in Utica, NY, she was raised in Norwich, NY with her siblings Steve, Dan, Sharon and Diane.

Lin married the love of her life, Joseph Martin, in 1979. Together, they built a life in Carolina Beach, North Carolina where they shared their love of motorcycles, the beach and spending time with their cherished friends. Unfortunately, they only had twenty- seven short years together before Joe passed.

Lin’s best friend, Lisa Reeves, helped her pick up the pieces of her life after Joe’s passing, and they remained as close as sisters for over 25 years. She was there with Lin until the end. We are sure Lin was comforted by Lisa’s steady presence throughout her battle.

Lin was an avid gardener who loved spending hours in her yard, digging and planting. She also was a true animal lover, having had dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs.

Lin was preceded in death by her beloved husband Joe Martin, parents Margaret and George True and brother Steven True. She is survived by her siblings, Daniel True and his wife Kathy; Sharon Smith and Diane True and many cherished nieces and nephews, including Abygale Smith, who resided with Lin.

A private memorial is being held in North Carolina. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to a local animal shelter in Lin’s name or plant a tree or bush in her memory.