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Martin, Freamon Joel -- Martin, Roy "Buck", Jr.
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Freamon Joel Martin, age 86, of Dardanelle passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, at his home. He was born May 17, 1926, to Joseph Sears and Della Bogard (Blake) Martin at Caraway. Freamon installed chain link fences in the area for more than 30 years. He took great pride in pointing out the many fences he had built, knowing they would outlast him. He enjoyed excellent health his entire life and even walked his usual "mile or two" the day before his death. He never met a stranger and tried to feed all of his neighbors and anyone who stopped by his house. He and Thelma enjoyed gardening and canning to provide for their family and "because it just tasted better." He attributed his good health to eating "real food" not "junk food." He was a "regular feature" Bluegrass singer at the Wednesday morning County Line Sale for more than 30 years. He had an excellent memory, especially for song lyrics.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Thelma Kathleen Craig Martin; their daughter, Bettye Martin; infant great-granddaughter, Kaylee Taylor; and infant great-grandson, Joshua Brancecum; his sisters, Ruby Hunter, Marie Lamb, Hazel Blake, Nora Langley, Virgie Ford and Lillie Kee; and brothers, Robert Martin, John Martin and Floyd Blake.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Marvin (Eddie) and Linda Martin of Pottsville, and Donnie Joe and Teresa Martin of Russellville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Freda and David Cossey, and Denise and Larry Taylor, all of Dardanelle; three brothers, Alvin Blake, Bobby Blake and Paul Blake; a sister, Thelma Mangrum; 10 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren, with another great-grandson to arrive in March. He was also survived by his best friend and bluegrass buddy, Doice Horn, of Russellville; and a host of other relatives and friends.
The funeral service will begin at 2 p.m. on Friday, February 15, 2013, at the Dardanelle First Free Will Baptist Church. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery near Dardanelle, by Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville. Pallbearers will be grandsons Craig and Dave Taylor, Joe and Jacob Martin, Brad Cossey and Adam Brancecum. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Heifer International, 1 World Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72202. The online obituary and guest book are available at www.shinnfuneral.com. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,The Courier Newspaper, Russellville, Arkansas, pub Feb 17, 2013)
Geroy Martin, age 70 of Dardanelle, died Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at St. Marys Regional Medical Center. He was born October 23, 1938 at Delaware to Roy Martin and Mildred Marshall.
He is preceded in death by his parents and stepfather, Roy Martin, Mildred Adams and Garland Adams; brother, Arthur Eversaw.
Survivors include his wife of 21 years, Joyce Martin of Dardanelle; son and daughter-in-law, Danny and Annette Martin of Atkins; daughter, Margaret Hinsman of Paris; stepdaughters, Janet and husband Gehrig Chandler of Russellville, Connie and husband Buddy Haney of Dardanelle; brother, Jerry Adams of Delaware; sisters, Linda Alterman and Okaley Krisell of England, Rosmae and Bobby Mitchell of Newport, Betty Adams of Conway; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces and friends.
Funeral services Saturday, April 4, 2009, Cornwell Chapel, Dardanelle, with Rev. John Whorton and Rev. Randall Spence officiating. Burial was in New Hope Cemetery, Dardanelle. Arrangements Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, April 8, 2009)
Gwendolyn Mae Martin age 82 of Dardanelle died Saturday, December 31, 2011 at her home. She was born December 7, 1929 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to the late Marvin and Arlie Stewart Callan. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Dardanelle.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Roy "Buck" Martin Jr.
Survivors include three daughters, Gwenda Martin of Dardanelle, Patti Martin of Dardanelle, Ginger Martin Robinson of Conway; one brother, Bobby L. Callan of Dardanelle; two sisters, Jean Boren of Ashburn, VA, Shelba Player of Waco, TX; six grandchildren; eight great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at Cornwell Chapel in Dardanelle with Bobby Loyd officiating. Burial will be in Brearley Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to Sharing and Caring of Arkansas or Arkansas Hospice Russellville. Arrangements By Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Jan 4, 2012)
Mrs. Helen C. Martin, age 82, of Danville, AR died Sunday, March 9, 1997 at the Mitchell Nursing Home in Danville. She was born October 2, 1914 in Havana, AR to the late Harmon C. and Sally Davis Frazier. She was a homemaker, mother and member of the First Baptist Church in Danville.
She was preceded in death by three daughters, June Rogers, Judy Kemp and Dana Jo Martin.
Survivors include husband, Bob Martin; a son, Robert Martin of Georgetown, TX; two daughters, Martha Donnell of Danville, AR and Barbara Edwards of Benton, AR; four brothers, Bob Frazier of Jacksonville, FL, Dan Frazier of Nebraska, Don Frazier of Atlanta, GA and Doyle Frazier of Ft. Smith; two sisters, Mae Spicey of Bauxite, AR and Ima Shinn of Danville; 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
Service was March 11 at the Danville First Baptist Church with Rev. Bobby Walker officiating. Burial was in the Havana Cemetery. Pallbearers were Pete Tapp, Bill Wood, Don Moody, Robert Earls, James Mitchell and Roy Asbill. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 12, 1997)
Henry E. Martin, age 71, of Danville died at his home Saturday, July 30, 1960. He was a veteran of WWI and a Baptist.
Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Bevey Allen, Waldron; four sisters, Mrs. Josie Bates, Tracy, Calif. Mrs. Lorene Honea, Oklahoma City, Miss Edith Martin, Waldron and Mrs. Effie Beard, Waldron; and a brother, Walter Martin, Gravelly. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs Ago, Danville, Arkansas; Originally published on Thursday, August 4, 1960)
FORT SMITH - Funeral for James A. Martin, age 91, of Fort Smith, who died Saturday, was Monday with arrangements by Fentress Mortuary. He was a Class.
Survivors Include his widow, Mrs. Melcena Martin; retired grocer and merchant and had lived here 48 years. He two daughters, Mrs. Frank Degen of Fort Smith and Mrs. Roy Fuqua of Little Rock; a half-brother, Lemuel Martin of California; five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Patron, 5/13/1967)
James R. Mansy Martin, 85, of London, AR, passed away Friday, June 19, 2009 at his home. The son of Nin and Maxie Ruble Martin, he was born September 9, 1923 in London, AR. He was a United States Navy Veteran of World War II. He worked at AP&L for 20 years before retiring. He was a member of London First Baptist Church. Mansy was an avid fox hunter. He also enjoyed working with horses, working in his garden, and listening to Bluegrass Music.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Mabel Rye.
Survivors include wife Dortha Martin of London; one daughter, Bonita Mueller & husband Johnny of London; one son, James Martin of London; two grandchildren, Heather Mueller and Shaun Martin both of London.
Funeral was June 22, 2009 at Humphrey Chapel. Brother Danny Green & Brother Gary Willcutt officiating. Burial was at East Point Cemetery at Russellville, AR by Humphrey Funeral Service. Active Pallbearers were Dennis Lowe, Maxie Longing, Bo Parker, Johnny Johnson, Stephen Bocknick, Monte Estes. Honorary Pallbearers will be Slim Parker, Glen Brown, Lloyd Estes. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Pope County Hospice, 404 North El Paso, Russellville, AR. 72801 (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, June 24, 2009)
Jayson Bryce Martin, 6 week old son of Jay and Andrea Martin of Danville, AR died Thursday, March 19, 1998 at Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock. He was born February 4, 1998 at Little Rock.
Other survivors include; his paternal grandparents, Roy L. and Kathy Sisco of Harrison; maternal grandparents, Alan and Stephanie Richardson of Harrison and Warren Saucer of Orlando, FL; paternal great-grandparents, John Martin Sr. and Bernice Martin of Harrison; maternal great-grandparents, Earl and Jacqueline Hicks of Potreo, CA.
Graveside service was held March 21 at Burlington Cemetery by Bill Arnold and John McCourt. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 25, 1998)
A celebration of the life of Jimmie Martin was at 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 27, 2013 at Collinsville Baptist Tabernacle.
Burial followed at Birta Cemetery, Birta, AR. Jimmie passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2013. He was 71. Born in Lubbock, TX on May 27, 1942 to Clinton and Vera (Davidson) Martin. Jimmie graduated from high school in Ola, AR in 1961. After graduation Jimmie fatefully joined the United States Navy until his honorable discharge. On July 8, 1961 Jimmie married Sue Eldridge in a ceremony in Birta, AR. Their union was blessed with two children. When Jimmie returned from his duty in the Navy, the family moved to Ft. Worth, TX where they lived for the next 40 years, giving the family their Texas attitude. He also began his career in the construction business specializing in windows and doors. Family was always a priority for Jimmie and he meticulously cared for them in every way. He took care of not only the yard work but kept all the family's cars in pristine condition as well. Jimmie was the spiritual leader in his home and leaves that legacy to both his children. Jimmie believed that the pride of a Godly husband is his wife. He loved and studied God's Word and he enjoyed attending Gospel singing. Jimmie also helped numerous ministries through financial contributions. Jimmie had several favorite hobbies that kept him busy. He enjoyed woodworking, refinishing furniture and tinkering on cars as he was a good mechanic. The Salvation Army and Disabled American Veterans associations held a special place in Jimmie's heart and he supported their causes. This loving husband, father and grandfather will be missed by all who knew him.
Jimmie is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sue; children Sheri Morgan and husband Danny of Chelsea, Jimmie Martin and wife Karla of Sherwood, AR.; grandchildren Brandon and Brian Fritcher, Justin Bubeck, Krista Tressner and husband Adam, Amanda Ross and fiance' Jared Graves, Jeremy and Grade Martin; great grandchild Brayden Graves; brother James Travis Martin and wife Linda; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Jimmie is preceded in death by his parents. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Oct 2, 2013)
Jo Ann George Martin, 86, of Rockdale, Texas passed away Saturday, August 20, 2016.
There will be a visitation at Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home in Rockdale, Texas on Monday, August 22, 2016, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. There will be a graveside service held on Wednesday, August 24, 2016, at 9:00 at Lower Spring Creek Cemetery in Yell County, Arkansas. Jo Ann George Martin was born August 9, 1930, in Yell County Arkansas to William Ervin and Theora Mae (Waters) George. She died Saturday, Au- gust 20, 2016, in Rockdale, Texas. She graduated from Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1948. Shortly after graduation, she began working for Southwestern Bell, where she continued until her retirement 38 years later. Jo Ann married Thomas E. Martin on December 12, 1958, about whom she was never heard to say a bad word til Tom's death in 2012. At a very early age, Jo Ann began assuming responsibility for her family. She continued this throughout her life. In addition to showering great generosity and loyalty, Jo Ann was a peacemaker, that she enjoyed many enduring friendships. She was a respected biblical student.
She is preceded in death by her mother and father; her husband, Thomas E. Martin; and her brother, Bruce Neil George.
Jo Ann is survived by her cherished sister, Bonnie Belle George of Rockdale, Texas; a number of nieces and nephews; and trusted employees, Dora Cases and J.D. Morrison. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Aug 24, 2016)
John A. Martin, age 61, a resident of Plainview, AR, formerly of Iowa, died Tuesday, April 25, 1995 at his home. He was born on April 10, 1934 at Davenport, IA to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Martin, he married Melva Johnson on October 4, 1990 at Booneville, AR. He was the owner and operator of J. A. Martin Trucking in Russellville. He was a resident of Arkansas since 1975. He was a past Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 43 in Davenport, a member of Snow Journers Ski Club, and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Plainview, AR.
Survivors include wife, Melva Martin of Plainview, AR; one son, Mike Martin of Dixon, IA; one daughter, Bonnie Bloomer of San Diego, CA; three brothers, James Martin en Benton, AR, Jerry Martin of Bettendorf, IA and Eugene Martin of San Diego, CA; three sisters, Joan Hotz of Davenport, IA, Jeannette Heath of Maquoketa, IA and Jane Commander of Michigan; four grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services were April 28 at the First Baptist Church of Plainview officiated by Rev. Scott Miller. Burial was at the Salem Cemetery at Plainview. Memorials may be made to the Hospice Services, 103 West D St. Suite 2, Russellville, AR 72801 or the American Cancer Society. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Patron, Newspaper: Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas, 5/3/1995)
Born 13 September 1920, in High Hill, OK, to Edward and Lola Hunt.
Juanita is survived by her three children, Tom Martin, wife Colleen of Emmett, Idaho; Diana Rauwolf of Sacramento, CA; and Michael Martin, wife Darlene of El Dorado Hills, CA; three granchildren: Carol Martin; Jennifer Davies; and Daniel Martin; two great-grandchildren: Tori and Connor.
Juanita was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Bernice Ceretto; and her husband Robert Martin. Juanita and her family moved to the Sacramento area before the Dust Bowl of 1930's. She graduated from Elk Grove HS, and held many jobs including Administrative Assistant to the General at the Sacramento Army Depot. She volunteered many hours at her church. Juanita was a gracious, loving, and hospitable woman, and will be greatly missed by all.
Services will be held on Thrsday, 24 March 2011, at 10:00 a.m. at Andrews and Greilich Mortuary, 3939 Fruitridge Road, Sacramento, CA. 95820. A viewing will be held at the same location on Wednesday, 23 march from 4:00-8:00p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Union Gospel Mission or a charity of your choice. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Sacramento Bee Newspaper, Sacramento, California, Obituary was published on March 23, 2011 - Obituary Transcription courtesy of Find A Grave Memorial# 78706649)
Born 13 September 1920, in High Hill, OK, to Edward and Lola Hunt.
Juanita is survived by her three children, Tom Martin, wife Colleen of Emmett, Idaho; Diana Rauwolf of Sacramento, CA; and Michael Martin, wife Darlene of El Dorado Hills, CA; three granchildren: Carol Martin; Jennifer Davies; and Daniel Martin; two great-grandchildren: Tori and Connor.
Juanita was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Bernice Ceretto; and her husband Robert Martin. Juanita and her family moved to the Sacramento area before the Dust Bowl of 1930's. She graduated from Elk Grove HS, and held many jobs including Administrative Assistant to the General at the Sacramento Army Depot. She volunteered many hours at her church. Juanita was a gracious, loving, and hospitable woman, and will be greatly missed by all.
Services will be held on Thrsday, 24 March 2011, at 10:00 a.m. at Andrews and Greilich Mortuary, 3939 Fruitridge Road, Sacramento, CA. 95820. A viewing will be held at the same location on Wednesday, 23 march from 4:00-8:00p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Union Gospel Mission or a charity of your choice. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Sacramento Bee Newspaper, Sacramento, California, Obituary was published on March 23, 2011 - Obituary Transcription courtesy of Find A Grave Memorial# 78706649)
RUSSELLVILLE - Funeral for Mrs. Lela Mae Connally Martin, age 85, of Rover (Yell County), who died Thursday, was Saturday with arrangements by Gardner Funeral Home of Russellville. She was a Methodist and was a member of the Eastern Star.
Survivors include two sons, Connally Martin of California and Bernie Martin of Rover; a foster son, Oscar Connally, of New Mexico; a sister Mrs. Pearl Acker of Ola; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Patron, 12/29/1966)
Mr. Lindell Bryce Martin, age 73, of Paris, AR. died February 1, 1999 at his home. He was a resident of Paris since 1990 after moving from Lucerne; Valley, CA. He was a Christian man, a member of Delaware Baptist. Church in Delaware. He served in the Coast Guard from 1942 to 1946, a Mason, member of Lodge 107 of Shawnee, OK and a member of the Scottish Rite of McAlester, OK and a lifelong member of VFW Post 5551 in Lucerne Valley, CA. He was a retired brick mason. He was born in Martinville, AR. to the late William Walton and Flora, Bain Castleberry Martin on September 18, 1925.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Elizabeth (Happy) Martin of Paris, AR; his children, David Martin of Paris, Randy Martin of Paris, Carla and Jeff Shield of Russellville; Danny Martin of Paris, Eric and Michelle Martin of Paris; grandchildren, Ryan Shields, Brandon; Martin, Ashley Martin, Adrianna Martin, and Mark Martin; brothers and sisters-in-law, Cameron and Imelda of California, Joe and Adel Martin of Oregon, Dorn and Nancy Martin of Oregon; sister, Venita Kessler, sisters-in-law, Mae Martin, Lorene Martin, Louise Gross; brothers-in-law, Dane Davis and Dean and Nancy Mallett also include are many niece and nephews and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father, brothers, Adrian Martin and Hartsel Martin; sisters, Eloise Martin and Twila Davis and grandson, David Shields.
A graveside service was held February 5, 1999 in the Elizabeth Hall Cemetery in New Blaine, AR. with son-in-law Jeff Shields officiating. Pallbearers were sons and grandsons. Honorary were Fred Sullivan, Russ Jones and Otis Carbell. Arrangements by Dardanelle Funeral Service. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, February 10, 1999)
A graveside service celebrating and honoring the life of Marilyn "Sue" Martin was 1:00 p.m., Saturday, September 16, 2017 at Birta Cemetery in Birta, Arkansas. Sue left her temporary earthly home for her permanent heavenly home on Sunday, September 10, 2017, surrounded by her family. She was 74. The family has entrusted DeLozier Funeral Service, Chelsea with Sue's care. One of eight children gifted to Vester and Glennie (Goodson) Eldridge, Sue was born on August 22, 1943 in Birta, Arkansas. She was raised and educated in her birth community and graduated from Ola Public Schools. On July 8, 1961, Sue married the love of her life and best friend Jimmie Martin, in Birta, Arkansas at her parent's home. This union was gifted with two children, Sheri and Jimmie. Sue enjoyed her role as wife and mother and was very proud of all her children's accomplishments. If you asked her she loved being a grandmother as well. Sue liked spoiling them every chance she got, park, zoo, and almost any other place they asked, within reason. It was her grandchildren that truly made her golden years have meaning. When free time presented itself Sue was an avid shopper, she loved it. She liked to decorate her home and was very gifted at it. Her children said she would even work part time just to have money to shop with. When her health began to decline from the early stages of Alzheimer; Sheri had to do some fast talking to get Sue to move to Chelsea to live with them because it didn't have a mall or Wal-Mart. She enjoyed trips to Branson and Southern Gospel Singings. This women of great faith, strong will, and determination will be missed by all whose life she touched.
Sue is survived by her children Sheri Morgan and husband Dan, and Jimmie Martin and wife Karla, grandchildren, Justin Bubeck and wife Nata Lee, Amanda Graves and husband Jared, Brandon Fritcher, Brian Fritcher and wife Kelli, Krista Tressner and husband Adam, Jeremy Martin, and Gracie Martin, seven great grandchildren with another one on the way, brothers, Hugh Eldridge and wife Margery, Glen Eldridge and wife Marilyn, sisters, Ann Kiser and husband Charles, and Joyce Baskin, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Sue was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 53 years, Jimmie, brothers, Billy and T.J. Eldridge, and sister, Patsy Jean. Please view and sign Sue's online tribute at www.delozierfuneralservice.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Sep 20, 2017)
Mary "Joyce" Martin, age 71, of Dardanelle went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 4, 2013 at Baptist Medical Center. She was born May 6, 1941 at Dardanelle to the late Perry and Bula Kendrick Cossey. Joyce was a Christian homemaker, wife and mother and was retired from Tyson Foods in Dardanelle. She was a member of the Amazing Grace Pentecostal Church in Dardanelle where she was church secretary and choir leader. She also ministered to nursing homes and longtime friends and was known as a Prayer Warrior. She loved to bargain hunt for antiques and collectibles, frequently called Dial-A-Trade/Swap Shop and was a special friend to neighbors and everyone she met, Joyce was loved by all.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Geroy Martin; infant son, Stephen Lee Manes; one sister, Betty Talley; one brother, Jimmy Cossey.
Survivors include two daughters, Janet Chandler and husband Gehrig of Russellville, Connie Haney and husband Buddy of Dardanelle; two brothers, David Cossey and wife Freda of Dardanelle, Lonnie Kendrick and wife Barbara of Michigan; four grandchildren, Joy Morphis and husband Dustin of Russellville, Silas Haney of Dardanelle, Kristin Mayer and husband Paul, Jarrod Chandler all of Bentonville; two great grandchildren, Makaela Mayer, Ethan Chandler both of Bentonville; nieces and nephews, Brandi Minnie of Russellville, Mike Cossey and wife Annette, Tracey Cossey and wife Connie, Brad Cossey, Brenda Talley, Danny Ray Talley all of Dardanelle, Judy Spence and husband Randell, Jeanette Burris, Daniel Nunley all of Indiana; special friend, Earl Thompson of Dardanelle and many other relatives and friends whom she loved dearly.
Funeral service was February 7, 2013 at the Amazing Grace Pentecostal Church of God in Dardanelle with Bro. David Bishop, Bro. Randell Spence, Bro. Marty Miller and Bro. Johnny Whorton officiating. Pallbearers were Randy Crow, Dwight Jones, Marty Miller, Silas Haney, Mike Cossey, Tracey Cossey. In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to the Amazing Grace Pentecostal Church of God, 860 Hwy 22 West, Dardanelle, Arkansas 72834. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home in Dardanelle. Online Guest Book and Condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Feb 13, 2013)
Mary "Joyce" Martin, age 71, of Dardanelle went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 4, 2013 at Baptist Medical Center. She was born May 6, 1941 at Dardanelle to the late Perry and Bula Kendrick Cossey. Joyce was a Christian homemaker, wife and mother and was retired from Tyson Foods in Dardanelle. She was a member of the Amazing Grace Pentecostal Church in Dardanelle where she was church secretary and choir leader. She also ministered to nursing homes and longtime friends and was known as a Prayer Warrior. She loved to bargain hunt for antiques and collectibles, frequently called Dial-A-Trade/Swap Shop and was a special friend to neighbors and everyone she met, Joyce was loved by all.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Geroy Martin; infant son, Stephen Lee Manes; one sister, Betty Talley; one brother, Jimmy Cossey.
Survivors include two daughters, Janet Chandler and husband Gehrig of Russellville, Connie Haney and husband Buddy of Dardanelle; two brothers, David Cossey and wife Freda of Dardanelle, Lonnie Kendrick and wife Barbara of Michigan; four grandchildren, Joy Morphis and husband Dustin of Russellville, Silas Haney of Dardanelle, Kristin Mayer and husband Paul, Jarrod Chandler all of Bentonville; two great grandchildren, Makaela Mayer, Ethan Chandler both of Bentonville; nieces and nephews, Brandi Minnie of Russellville, Mike Cossey and wife Annette, Tracey Cossey and wife Connie, Brad Cossey, Brenda Talley, Danny Ray Talley all of Dardanelle, Judy Spence and husband Randell, Jeanette Burris, Daniel Nunley all of Indiana; special friend, Earl Thompson of Dardanelle and many other relatives and friends whom she loved dearly.
Funeral service was February 7, 2013 at the Amazing Grace Pentecostal Church of God in Dardanelle with Bro. David Bishop, Bro. Randell Spence, Bro. Marty Miller and Bro. Johnny Whorton officiating. Pallbearers were Randy Crow, Dwight Jones, Marty Miller, Silas Haney, Mike Cossey, Tracey Cossey. In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to the Amazing Grace Pentecostal Church of God, 860 Hwy 22 West, Dardanelle, Arkansas 72834. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home in Dardanelle. Online Guest Book and Condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Yell County Record Newspaper, Danville, Arkansas, Obituary was published on Feb 13, 2013)
Mary Caroline Martin, age 93, of Dardanelle, AR died Friday, June 27, 2003 at Stella Manor Nursing Home in Russellville, AR. She was born August 28, 1909 in Waltreak, Yell County, Arkansas to the late Marcus Pless and Sally Elsie Reynolds Caldwell. She was a homemaker and mother and a member of the Church of Christ in Dardanelle.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John L. Martin; three brothers, Ben, Reece and Henry Caldwell and three sisters, Mae Martin, Maxine Caldwell and Carmel Hull.
Survivors are a son and daughter-in-law, J. L. and Mary Sue Martin of Dardanelle, AR; a granddaughter, Meredith Martin of Fayetteville; one brother, Bill Caldwell of Little Rock, AR and a foster son, Dover Caldwell of Dardanelle, AR.
Service was June 29, 2003 at the Cornwell Chapel in Dardanelle with Ralph Weinhold officiating. Interment was in Harkeys Valley Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home of Dardanelle. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, July 2, 2003)
Mary Eliza Martin passed away November 15th, 1948 in her home in Houston, Texas.
She is survived by three sons, Herman of Dallas, Claude and Jack Parham of Houston; one daughter, Mrs. Sessie Robertson of Dermott, Ark; and one sister, Mrs. H. R. Coker of Ola.
Funeral services were conducted in the Cornwell Funeral Home with Rev. Raymond Dorman officiating. Music was provided by Mrs. Eric Caviness and Mrs. E. L. Smith. Internment was m Danville Cemetery. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, YELL COUNTY RECORD, 50 Yrs Ago, Danville, Arkansas - Originally published on Thursday, December 2, 1948)
Mrs. Mary O. Gray Martin, age 63, of Senatobia, Miss. a native of the Ard community, died Saturday, November 22, 1986 at Memphis, Tenn. She was the daughter of the late Andy Gray and was a member of the Church of Christ.
Survivors include her husband, Norman R. Martin; a son, Gary Martin of Jackson, Tenn.; a daughter, Judy Mullens of Mendenhall, Miss.; her mother, Mrs. Nettie Gray of Dardanelle; a brother, Andy Gray Jr. of Dardanelle; three sisters, Lillie Raye Gray, Estelle George and Aura Lee Land of Dardanelle, and five grandchildren.
Funeral was today at Cornwell Chapel at Dardanelle. Burial was in Ard Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Service. Active pallbearers were James Andy Land, Bill Land, Tommy Crow, Jim Selig, Andy Land and Mike Land. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Submitted by: Patron, Newspaper: , 1986)
Mary Sue Martin, age 63 of Dardanelle, died Friday at the home. She was born January 15, 1945, at Dardanelle, daughter of the late Loyd and Golda Taylor McElroy. She was the Dardanelle City Clerk, member, past secretary, and Sunday School teacher of the Dardanelle Church of Christ; past president of the Lion's Club and member assistant leader of the Girl Scouts; secretary and real estate agent for Yell Co. Insurance; and secretary for Taylor Cemetery, Bass, Arkansas. Mrs. Martin was also a 1963 graduate and salutatorian of Dardanelle High School. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and a very special friend to many.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents; parents; brother, Bobby McElroy and sister, Cleon Mae McElroy.
Survivors include her husband of 43 years, J. L. Martin; daughter, Meredith Martin-Moats and son-in-law, Bryan Moats of Dardanelle; special adopted daughter Maureen "Mo" Chavez of Waco, Texas; nieces, Donna Worthen, Karen McElroy, Carla Pettus; very special aunt, Dorothy McElroy; cousins; many relatives; a host of special church family and special friends.
Funeral services were held Monday, October 20, 2008, at the Dardanelle Church of Christ with Brother Ralph Weinhold and Brother Jack Lawyer officiating. Interment was held in Brearley Cemetery, Dardanelle. Pallbearers included Ralph Weinhold, Jerry Don Woods, Terry Sigle, Howard Orsburn, Sam Ramey and Kim Hickey. Honorary pallbearers were the City of Dardanelle employees and the Dardanelle class of 1963. Memorials may be made to the Southern Christian Home, P. O. Box 649, Morrilton, AR 72110; Dardanelle Church of Christ; 209 Union Street, Dardanelle, AR 72834 and Peachtree Hospice, 4300 Rogers Avenue, Suite 33, Fort Smith, AR 72903. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Dardanelle (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, October 22, 2008)
Orpha Luetta "Jean" Martin, age 81, a resident of Dardanelle, died Thursday, February 27, 2003, at the Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock. She was born September 1, 1921, at Russellville, the youngest of 15 children, to the late William Richard and Etta Mae Spencer Miller. She was retired owner-operator of the Dairy Queen in Clarksville, the Dairy Freeze in Dardanelle, and the Courthouse Cafe in Russellville; she was a former real estate agent; a member of the Faith Church in Dardanelle; she enjoyed spending time with family and friends, crocheting, cooking, playing games, the outdoors, and fishing.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 13 brothers and sisters.
Survivors include her husband, Walter Martin of Dardanelle; 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Emmitt & Joanne Bowen of Clinton and Gary Rachel Tuck of Scranton; a step-son and step-daughter-in-law, Jim & Jane Martin of Utah; 2 daughters and a son-in-law, Marsha Tuck of Russellville and Donna & Eddie Reynolds of Russellville; a sister, Lillian Stracener of Paris; 15 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; and other relatives and friends.
Funeral was Monday, March 3, 2003, at the Shinn Chapel with Rev. David Jay and Rev. Leroy Farnam officiating. Burial was in Oakland Cemetery at Russellville under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service. Active pallbearers were Steve Gooden, Chris Bowen, Quentin Bowen, John Pigeon, Ben Tuck, and Donnie Reynolds. Honorary pallbearers were Timothy Bowen, Jimmy Pruitt, Brian Baird, Michael Reynolds, and Matt Moore. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, March 5, 2003)
Reba Lobelia Rutledge Martin was born at Chickalah Mountain, Arkansas, to Oscar Melvin & Ruth Ernestine Dyer Rutledge. She was the 3rd of 11 children. Reba married March 10,1934 in Havana, Arkansas to Carl Martin.
He preceded her in death in 1963. She was mother of 10 children. Her son, Carl Eugene preceded her in death in 1940 at about 6 years of age and her daughter, Mary Elizabeth in 1954 at only a few weeks old. Reba was preceded in death by her father, 4 brothers, James Lowell, Oscar Lamont, Floyd Leon and Loyd Levohn; 2 sisters, Dollie Alma and Bulah Faye.
Survivors included her mother, 6 sons: Thomas, Gary, Robert, Jerry, Charles, and Garvin; 2 daughters, Geneva and Barbara; 4 sisters: Lala Selma, Lynda Thelma, Rebecca Elnora and Eugenia Ruth; and 18 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
Memorial services held at Missionary Baptist Church, Rives, Missouri and burial at Senath Cemetery. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Her obituary was published in Find A Grave Memorial # 132358116. )
Reba Lobelia Rutledge Martin was born at Chickalah Mountain, Arkansas, to Oscar Melvin & Ruth Ernestine Dyer Rutledge. She was the 3rd of 11 children. Reba married March 10,1934 in Havana, Arkansas to Carl Martin.
He preceded her in death in 1963. She was mother of 10 children. Her son, Carl Eugene preceded her in death in 1940 at about 6 years of age and her daughter, Mary Elizabeth in 1954 at only a few weeks old. Reba was preceded in death by her father, 4 brothers, James Lowell, Oscar Lamont, Floyd Leon and Loyd Levohn; 2 sisters, Dollie Alma and Bulah Faye.
Survivors included her mother, 6 sons: Thomas, Gary, Robert, Jerry, Charles, and Garvin; 2 daughters, Geneva and Barbara; 4 sisters: Lala Selma, Lynda Thelma, Rebecca Elnora and Eugenia Ruth; and 18 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
Memorial services held at Missionary Baptist Church, Rives, Missouri and burial at Senath Cemetery. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org,Her obituary was published in Find A Grave Memorial # 132358116. )
Mr. Robert E. "Bob" Martin, age 88, of Danville, AR died Monday, December 29, 1997 at Chambers Memorial Hospital in Danville, AR. He was born December 21, 1909 in Havana, AR to the late Ezra and Sally Waters Martin. He started working for Joe Ray in his Lumber store and then Joe Ray Feeds and later becoming his field supervisor for Joe Ray Inc. which is now Wayne Farms. He retired after 33 years with the poultry industry. He was a charter member of the Danville Lions Club, past board member of the Farmers Home Administration Loan Approval Board.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Frazier Martin and three daughters, Dana Jo Martin, June Rodger and Judy Kemp.
He is survived by a son, Robert Martin of Georgetown, TX; two daughters and sons-in-law, Martha and Winford Donnell of Danville and Barbara and Rev. Wayne Edwards of Benton, AR; a sister, Berniece Cullins of Kennett, MO; 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Service was Wednesday, December 31 at the First Baptist Church of Danville with the Rev. Bobby Walker officiating. Interment was in the Havana Cemetery by Cornwell Funeral Home of Danville, AR. Pallbearers were Max Shinn, L. W. Bell, Jerry Ragsdale, Bill Bob Wood, Robert Earls and James Mitchell. (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas: Obituary was published on Wednesday, January 7, 1998)
Robert Edwin Martin was born on October 21, 1935 in Havana, Arkansas to Robert Ezra Martin and Helen Clyde (Frazier) Martin, he passed away at the age of 72 on Saturday, July 19, 2008 in Georgetown, TX. After graduating from High School, Robert joined the U. S. Navy as a Radio Repairman. He served on the USS Cotton during the Korean War. He continued working as a civilian at the Air Force Communications Command at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois as a Logistics Management Specialist where he retired in 1994. He then moved to Georgetown, TX with his family.
Robert is preceded in death by his parents; sisters June Rodgers, Judy Kemp, and Dana Martin.
He is survived by sisters, Martha and Winfred Donnell of Danville, Arkansas; Barbara and Wayne Edwards of El Dorado, Arkansas; son, Michael Robert and Shannon Martin of Jarrell, TX; daughter, Elizabeth Janelle and Parker Bays of Stephenville; four grandsons; former wife and long time friend Linda Martin, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Roberts life will be held in October near his childhood home in Arkansas. Arrangements by The Gabriels Funeral Chapel. (Paid Obituary (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, August 6, 2008)
Roy "Buck" Martin, Jr., 85, of Dardanelle died Monday, Feb 22, 2010 at River Valley Medical Center.
Funeral will be at 2 p. m. on Thursday, February 25, 2010, at Cornwell Chapel. Burial will be in Brearley Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p. m. on Wednesday. Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home, Danville. Complete obituary in next week's issue (WWW.YellCountyObits.org, Yell County Record, Danville, Arkansas; Obituary was published on Wednesday, February 24, 2010)
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