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John Martin Obituary

John L. Martin

74, Indianapolis went to Glory on February 28, 2012. He retired from General Motors. He was an active member of Mt. Zion Apostolic Church and is survived by his sons Horace, J. Lydell Martin; one daughter Brenda Lockhart; 15 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Services: Monday March 5, 2012 at 12 noon at Mt. Zion Apostolic Church 4900 E. 38th St. with visitation from 10 a.m. Arrangements: Crown Hill Funeral Home.



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Published by The Indianapolis Star on Mar. 2, 2012.

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Henry Young

February 24, 2021

God rest his soul so many memories

Mil Merriweather

February 25, 2020

Still miss you......

Mil Merriweather

February 24, 2019

John and family..
On this Anniversary you still have a place in my heart.... God Bless.

James D. Dixon, III

March 4, 2012

Mr. Martin was a good man with a good heart. Heaven is a better place with him there. Until we meet again; God bless his family.

James D. Dixon, III

Ronald Anderson

March 3, 2012

To the Martin Family, you all are in my prayers. Our families have been close over the years, and have now experienced the loss of both parents. God will heal the wounds of grief, and you will be left with pleasent memories of your parents.

Henry Young Sr.

March 2, 2012

Dear Martin Family,
So sorry for your loss.Let the memories of your love,Live on in your hearts.

March 2, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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