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1939
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2018
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David Martin Memoriam
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for David Martin
Lamar Bradley
February 12, 2018
Joy and I will never forget how caring David was to us when we attended his grief counseling class after the loss of our son. A truly gentle soul who offered us hope at a difficult time. He will be remembered for his gentleness and graciousness and he will greatly missed by all who knew him.
VICTORIA ARTHUR
February 10, 2018
DR. DAVID MARTIN WAS A GREAT INSTRUCTOR AT TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY.I WAS IN HIS DEATH & DYING CLASS. I WILL NEVER FORGOT MY AUNT DIED DURING THE SEMESTER OF THIS CLASS. HE HELPED ME GET THROUGH HER DEATH BY TEACHING ME ABOUT THE STAGES OF GRIEVING.HE HAD A BIG INFLUENCE ON MY CAREER .BECAUSE OF DR.MARTIN. I DECIDED TO BECOME A TEACHER &A COUNSELOR.HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. RESPECTIFULLY, VICTORIA ARTHUR.
Patty Fox-Jones
February 9, 2018
Grief is always so hard but through our Lord Jesus Christ all things are possible and he is always there for us.
Rodger & I went to Dunbar High School with David and were saddened to hear of his passing.
Shirley Henry
February 9, 2018
Derek - Jack and I were so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You have our deepest sympathy and will be in our thoughts.
Sue,Jewell,Lynn
Lynn Gibson-Stickley
February 9, 2018
Derek, I feel as though I have met you and your father through my Aunt, Jewel Harrison, of Nitro, West Virginia. She has expressed how much she enjoyed the two of you seeing her last year and discussing the extended Gibson clan. She called yesterday and told me of your dad's passing. Please know, our family's prayers are with you. After reading the obituary, I was struck by two items. The first involved Jerry West, whom graduated from the same East Bank High School as my mother. The second was your dad's favorite poem, Trees by Kilmer. It was my dad's favorite as well. Both were comforting to read since both passed away years ago. Your dad's kindness and service to the Lord is well noted by others, but most assuredly by our Savior, Jesus Christ. Sincerely,Lynn (Gibson) StickleyOrlando, FL
Jeff and Jan Shoemaker
February 8, 2018
A fine man and one of my very favorite professors. I always liked to think that my own teaching style was influenced by Dr. Martin. I am so glad that his son and mine went through school together and became good friends. Love to you, Derrick, at this difficult time.
David Parker
February 8, 2018
I remember when David ran for Student Body President at David Lipscomb College in the Spring of 1960. He campaigned under the banner of Ollie the Owl.
Patrick OBrien
February 8, 2018
Thoughts and prayers with the family and friends during this time on behalf of my family and Derek's co-workers. Great note about guarding Jerry West back in the day too.
Larry Brown
February 8, 2018
Although I only had him for one class, David was one of my favorite, most memorable professors at Lipscomb. I also knew him when I attended Otter Creek in the 70s, and I even "played" him in a skit (written by Brad Forrister) at one of our fellowship dinners. Great man.
February 8, 2018
It was so much fun knowing David.The best neighbor you could ask for. He was a kind and compassionate man. "Mister David " was very special to our family and we will miss him dearly. My our deepest sympathies to Derek and his family.
Gail, Andy and Zoe Bost
Jerry Masterson
February 7, 2018
I am honored to join with David's family and friends to plan our service to celebrate David's life. The class David led at Otter Creek Church (he was present just two weeks ago tonight) began tonight's session with stories and special memories. Thanks to David for leading our discussion for several years!
Dixie Baker
February 7, 2018
Hi, my mom and I will miss David so very much! We last time saw David is when him and Derek came to the house at Christmas time 2017 which seems like yesterday! We will remimber David as a a fun koving and genouruos man! He will never fully understand how the gifts he gave us helped out tremendously for the the things we needed at the year end things! We will never forget you or your kindness! We have and will always love you! Dixie and Sherri, you were one of a kind
Lisa Keylon
February 7, 2018
I had the great honor of knowing David. He was a kind and wonderful person! My sympathies to Derek and family.
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