John P. Martin's Obituary
John P. Martin, 80, of Byhalia, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor M. Martin, parents, Allen and Annie Martin, and siblings, Anita Robinson, Marion Lee Stinchcomb, Bill Martin. Mr. Martin is survived by his children, Brenda Pafford (Jay), Donnie Doole, David Doole (Cheryl) and Danny Doole (Patti), thirteen grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, a brother-in-law, Mac Robinson, a sister-in-law, Billie Marie Martin and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Martin loved the outdoors and loved animals. Earlier in life he raced in Vee Class. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and later retired from TIC. It was his work that brought Mr. Martin and his wife to thirty-eight different states.The family will receive relatives and friends on Sunday, June 16 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of the graveside service at 1:00 p.m. at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Avenue in Memphis.Memorial contributions can be made in Mr. Martin’s name to the Humane Society.
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