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Curtis Martin Obituary

MARTIN Curtis James, 54, Timber Oaks Ct., passed July 14, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital. A native of Mansfield, LA, he was the son of Janie Mae Martin and the late Judge Glenn and a graduate of Grambling University. He began his career in Sandstone, MN working as a Recreation Specialist for the Federal Corrections Institute before transferring to Lexington. In addition to his mother, he is survived by wife, Beverly; children, Christopher Barnes and Yolanda Bircher of MN; stepchildren, Delmar Black and Phillina Wingate; sisters, Doris Vanzant, LA, Gloria Mason, CA; grandchildren, Darion Black, Ezekiel and Talia Thompson, Deja and Dejan Black, Baby Barnes; and a host of other relatives and friends. Services 1 p.m., Fri, Christ Temple New Assembly Church. Visitation after 11 a.m., Fri, until time of services. Arrangements entrusted to O. L. Hughes & Sons Mortuary.

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Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Jul. 20, 2006.

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Sherry Daniel

December 31, 2006

Curtis was one of the finest men I have ever met. While I was at fpc Lexington, he was always so nice and fair. So sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed.

Phillina Wingate

November 1, 2006

Our Dear Curtis

God called for an angel
He chose a wonderful man
But he left all to suddenly
For any of us to understand

He devoted his life to others
Never once would he complain
No matter what was asked of him
If he could he would obtain

He dearly loved his family
Mother, children, and wife
Doing anything he could for them
For they were his life

Planting flowers, bushes, and trees
The yard was his pride
For the solace that he need
A sanctuary to abide

In each of our hearts
He will live for ever
We’ll always love you Curtis
Our life long treasure

-Love always your step-daughter

MARCESHA CARTER

August 21, 2006

MAY GOD BE WITH YOU

jean phillips johnson

August 1, 2006

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Tamara Cooke

July 21, 2006

God is the only one who knows the time and place. He comes through with love and grace. This is something that we just have to face. So close your eyes and open your heart and let his presence fill that voided space.

Kathy Johnson-Dillard

July 20, 2006

Beverly and Family,

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot cure! Know that you are in our families thoughts and prayers.

Carrie Johnson

July 20, 2006

God in his mercy came for Curtis, and there is a void. He will be missed very much. He was such a wonderful, and Godly man. My prayers and thoughts will always be with you and the family.

Ingrid Burns

July 20, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cecil Madison

July 20, 2006

Beverly and Family

We will miss Curtis, but we know he is in a better place now, resting with our savior, Jesus Christ.

I will keep you in my prayers.

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