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Emanuel Martin Obituary
Emanuel Martin, Jr. was born May 22, 1932, in Knoxville Tennessee and departed this life on March 6, 2020 at Fort Sanders NHC.
He was a graduate of Austin High School class of 1953 and earned an Associate Degree from Knoxville Business College. Mr. Martin was a veteran of the United States Army and a former employee of Unity Mortuary. He retired from Southern Railroad and Holiday Inn, World's Fair Site.
Emanuel was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 62 years, Alvina Brown-Martin; parents, Emanuel, Sr. and Juanita Martin; brother, Sanford Martin; sisters, Lillie Clark and Brenda Beal.
He leaves to cherish his memory: son, Emanuel Martin III (Anita) of Chattanooga, TN, daughters; Melodie (Paul) Daniels of Rockford, TN, Marquetta (Fredrick)Waters of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren, Alishea (Wadie) Suttles of Chattanooga, TN, Isaiah Waters of San Diego, CA, Danielle Daniels of Antioch, TN and Shantel (Trailon) Johnson of Birmingham, AL; great-grandchildren, Zion and Amiya Thompson of Chattanooga, TN; sisters, Roberta Martin of Knoxville, TN, Ella Hughes and Pauline (Louis) Troutman of Lemon Grove, CA; sisters-in-law Wanda (John) Buffington of Springfield, OH, Waneeta ( Frenchie) Kyle of Jeffersonville, IN, Estelle (Herman) Smith of Athens, GA; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins (special cousin, Edna Sanders) and friends.
Visitation, Saturday, March 14, 2020 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Cherry Street Church of God Sanctified, 729 S. Cherry Street. Funeral to follow with Elder Eric Satterfied, Officiating and Elder Kevin Christmon, Eulogist. Entombment, with full military honors and dove release at Sherwood Memorial Gardens, 3176 Alcoa Highway. Special thanks and appreciation to Fort Sanders UHC and Dr. Steven Masters for their compassionate care during his illness. Arrangements made with integrity by Unity Mortuary.
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Memories and Condolences
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Rev. Trailon & Shantel Johnson
March 17, 2020
A Commanding Presence
Authority and respect were the shadows of your life.
You were captivating always, but most beloved by your wife.
You gave of yourself, even when you didn't have it to give.
You'd go above and beyond so that others could truly live.
You served your country and your family well,
But not without plenty of stories to tell.
Your steps paved a pathway for others to soar,
For you it was difficult, yet never a chore.
You have fought the good fight now and finished your race,
So sleep now and rest in your heavenly place.
May the grace of God surround you for all the love you've shown,
and may the harvest be ripe with every seed you've sown.
Rest well Grandaddy,
Shantel Fat-Tat Johnson
Mike Hinds
March 15, 2020
Worked with Emanuel on many trips on railroad always kind and happy, he was a good man and a joy to work with,so sorry for your loss . Mike hinds
Cathy Parks-Queener
March 14, 2020
My prayers go out to the Martin Family.
I have known Mr. Martin all my life. Sorry I was unable to be with the family during this difficult time, we've been just like a family. May he rest in peace.
Ira, Geraline Scott, Virginia, Larry, Maosa Grimes Family
March 14, 2020
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our prayers. May God's love and holy peace, shelter and comfort you during this time of bereavement.
Willie(Annette) David(Ruthann) Andrews Family
March 14, 2020
Manuel Martin and I have been friend for years. He was a good Man.
The prayers of many are with you at this time. Please accept our deepest sympathy during your time of bereavement.
TAMI PANKEY
March 14, 2020
MUCH PRAYERS FOR YOU MEL AND FAMILY
Jackie Robinson
March 13, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Mr. & Mrs Osmond * Jackie Robinson
Dominica Shaw-Gage
March 13, 2020
The family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Mr. Martin was such a kind hearted person, and will be missed.
Love, Dominica and family
Venus Styles
March 13, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Elaine Johnson and Family
March 12, 2020
To The Martin Family
I am so sorry to hear about your Mr. Martin's passing. My condolences and prayers go out to the family. May God continue to keep his loving arms around the each of you during and beyond this difficult time.
March 12, 2020
Condolences to the family during this time, praying for your family's comfort and peace.
Beverly Franzus
March 12, 2020
Mr. Martin, your jovial spirit was and is ever present.
Melvin & Michele Waters & Family
March 12, 2020
To the family,
May GOD continue to bless you with the faith to endure and grow during these difficult times, Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Anthony (Tony) Waters
March 12, 2020
To the family,
Look to the hills from which commit our help, our help commit from the Lord; Weeping may endure for the night, but joy commit in the morning; Emanuel is absent from the body which means that he is in the presence of God; he has fought a good fight, has kept the faith and now is receiving his award; may the loving memories of Emanuel be of great comfort unto you during this time; one day you will meet again in that sweet by and by; may God give you the strength to endure during this time; very sorry that I could not be there, but you are in my prayers.
Helen Waters & Family
March 12, 2020
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Clyde Siler
March 12, 2020
Mr. & Mrs. Martin where the best neighbor-he going be missed.
William & Evelyn Keith
March 11, 2020
Our condolence to the family of Emanuel Martin and to Louis and Pauline Troutman. May God bless you and give you peace during this difficult time.
Thomas & Angela Glenn
March 11, 2020
Our prayers and condolences are extended to the entire Martin Family in the loss of Deacon Martin. May God comfort and strengthen you all during this time of grief.
Pastor and Sister Thomas & Angela Glenn
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