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Mrs. Martha Margaret Martin

01/30/1930 - 04/15/2021

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Obituary For Mrs. Martha Margaret Martin

Martha Margaret Martin resided at Plateau Oaks Drive, Oak Hill, WV.

Born January 30, 1930 in Besoca, WV, she was the daughter of the late John Henry Tony and Maggie Hannah. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. Martha loved to cook for her grandchildren and sing. She was known for helping others, singing, praying and being everyone’s mother and grandmother. She was a blessed, powerful and wise woman anointed with God. She was also a lifelong member of Outreach for Christ Christian Center, where she was a member of the choir and quartet. In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by her husband, Jethro Martin; four sons, Charles, Sonny, Jeff and Donnie; brother, Tony Nally; sisters, Louise Quinn and Elizabeth Johnson. Martha Martin departed this life on Thursday, April 15, 2021. She is survived by her four children, Deloris Martin of Harlem Heights, Dreama Ann Martin of Scarbro, Michael (Marquette) Martin of Orlando, Florida and Darlene Faith Martin of Oak Hill; 11 grandchildren, Lamar, Dreama, Candice, Mia, Markel, Bobby, Jeffrey, Teresa, Carmen, Chantea and Dawn; 12 great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended spiritual children.

Funeral service will be 1:00PM Thurdsay, April 22, 2021 at Outreach for Christ Christian Center 416 G St. Beckley with Rev. Thomas Steelman officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Memorial Park, Beckley.

Friends, while wearing gloves and masks and observing social distancing, may view one hour prior to the service.

Remember: Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. We loved her so but we rejoice because she is now at home.

Email condolences to ritchie-johnson@suddenlinkmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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04/11/2024

Candice Martin

To my family my mother Dreama Martin, my auntie Darlene Martin, my aunt Lois, and uncle Mike. I love you all, and I know without a shadow of a doubt tht you all miss ur mother because I know for sure tht I miss my granny, but we got this she instilled strength into all of us. So now it's time for us to show her tht we got this and we goin to be just fine. I love you all and I know in a couple of weeks reality goin to set in again but we will be ok we will pull through this.. I love u granny my twin my rock and I miss u more than words can say...but I know u are in no more pain heartache, but I wish I could've been selfish and kept u with me I swear i would've took care of u Foreva.. but fly high my sweet angel until we meet again ur twin and heartbeat Candice Martin...
05/13/2021

Rhonda Pounds-Lee

Dreama, Darlene, Lois, and Mike our thoughts and prayers are with you. Aunt Martha will always be remembered in our hearts. So many wonderful memories. Stay strong and always hold on to God for your strength. Love Dan and Mag's kids (Mary, Daniel, Rhonda, Larry, Curtis,Phyllis)
04/23/2021

Mergie Bradley

Michael Sending condolences to you and your family. I pray that God will keep you all.
04/22/2021

Kelly Baker- Powell

To the Martin Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you all. I am blessed to have known Mrs. Martin and shared many laughs with her. She loved the Lord! I thank God for her many years of life. Praying for you all. - Kelly Baker- Powell and family.
04/22/2021

Holtteen Mitchell

To Darlene, Dreama and family, We send love and prayers during this difficult time. Holtteen and Paula Mitchell, Ashley Williams
04/22/2021

Jacqueline Coleman

To the Martin Family . I will always remember Mrs.Martin how in my dark days she prayed for me,and talked about God plan for me why things happen I will never forget that ☺️ smile of sunshine 🥰☀️ that she had when I would see her.I can't even say enough word's tell what she meant to me.l will miss my friend ,The love she had for my kids and grandkids fly high Mrs.Martin.We will miss you , Praying for peace for your family. Love the Grasty. , Mcdowell and Coleman Family .
04/21/2021

Latonya Caldwell Ferguson

To the Martin Family You are in my prayers as you prepare to say farewell to your mom. You will miss your mom, but know that she is resting in the arms of the Lord. My sincere condolences Latonya Caldwell Ferguson
04/21/2021

Marge Nally

I just know she is dancing on the streets of gold and singing praises as she goes. I'm so sorry I couldn't be there , I love you all dearly... Marge Nally
04/21/2021

Angela Farley

To Sister Darlene, Minister Dreama and family, I just want to say how sorry I am about mother Martin passing and I want to thank you for sharing her with us, I will always think of her as my spiritual mother she gave me so much advice even before I said a word. I no we will miss her, but I no in my spirit that she will never be from us and she is rejoicing with the Lord. Hugs and kisses from sister Angie.
04/20/2021

Eddiena L Schoolfield

With heartfelt sympathy to Drema and family. Be blessed
04/20/2021

Little B

I will miss my grandmother so much, the memories of her is so much that I can't figure out which one to tell. But one thing for sure she was very special to me and I will miss her so much
04/20/2021

Loray Martin-Calhoun

Delores, Dreama, Mike and Darlene: Earth Has No Sorrow That Heaven Cannot Heal. Sorry for the loss of Aunt Martha. She was a woman that loved the Lord and she is now resting in his presence and loving arms. 91 years that the Lord granted her favor. We will see her in the morning over in Glory. Praying that the Lord will comfort and keep you. Love you, Your Cousin, Loray Martin-Calhoun
04/20/2021

Donita Beard

Drema I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You have my heartfelt condolences and prayers during this time. Sending my Love.
04/19/2021

sonia smith

I will always remember Mother Martin as a kind and joyful woman of God. Praying for her family in Jesus Name.