Photo courtesy of Curran-Jones Funeral Home - West Springfield
West Springfield, Massachusetts
Jun 16, 1970 – Feb 11, 2025
Jonathan P. Martin, 54, died Tuesday in Baystate Medical Center. He was born in Holyoke the son of Roberta (Podbelski) Martin and the late Dr. Paul T. Martin. Jon was the husband of Dianna (Moll) Martin and father of Benjamin Martin. He worked for Sun-Gro Horticulture in Agawam and previously for City of Springfield’s Retirement Board. A 1989 graduate of St. Mary’s High School and Jon attended Dean College. He loved music, going to concerts, the “Pops” at Tanglewood and playing video games with Ben. Jon is also survived by his brothers Gregory, Patrick and David Martin, David’s wife Megan and many dear friends. Besides his father, Jon was predeceased by a daughter Janelle, sister Paula Martin, sister-in-law Jane Martin and nephew Paul Martin. The funeral will be held at the West Springfield Curran-Jones Funeral Home Wednesday at 11:00am with private burial in St. Thomas Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held prior to the funeral home service on Wednesday from 9:30 - 11:00am. For online condolences please visit curranjones.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Ben Martin’s Scholarship Fund, c/o Bank of America, 225 Memorial Ave. West Springfield, MA 01089.
Read MoreI knew Jon from Sun Gro. He was always upbeat. I enjoyed talking with him when we´d occasionally run into each other in the break room. I will always be grateful for his advice when he learned I was preparing to retire. I had reservations, of course, but he told me I´d be just fine. He was absolutely correct. I was saddened to hear of his passing. Another good man gone. My heartfelt sympathy for his family. May you find peace.
Linda McLaren
May 26, 2025 | Work
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR DEAR SON A D BROTHER. I WORKED WITH JON ON THE CAMPAIGN FOR MIKE FINN. I THOUGHT HE HAD A WICKED SENSE OF humor. There are no words to say for your loss. Sincerely Donna Buoniconti
Donna BUONICONTI
February 22, 2025
Jon was a sweet , funny, sensitive man. He made an impression immediately in the warmest way. He was a beautiful person.
Bonnie Roy
February 19, 2025 | Friend
I had the pleasure of meeting Jon for the first time when he came to Sun Gro for an interview. He was energetic and funny - at the end of the interview he asked me "how do I become a Rock Star?" I laughed and told him I didn't know what to say to that because nobody has ever asked! Two weeks later Jon joined our team and we have enjoyed working with him this past year - he was not just a coworker but, a friend to all. We had some laughs and made memories. We all enjoyed working with...
Valerie Santilli
February 18, 2025 | West Springfield, MA | Friend
Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED
Peter Martin and Carly
February 17, 2025
Dear Diana, Ben, Bobbi and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. It was always a pleasure and fun to see Jon.
Please know you are All in my prayers.
Eleanor Masi
February 16, 2025 | Ogunquit, ME | Friend
We are so sorry to learn of Jonathan´s passing. May he rest in peace. Harry & Helen Switzer
HARRY SWITZER
February 16, 2025 | Family
Diana and Ben, I am so heartbreakingly sorry for your loss. Jon was such a good man, a great father, and we always loved hanging out with you both. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this horrific time.
Michele Robert
February 15, 2025 | Friend
My deepest sympathy to Dianna, Benjamin and all of Jon’s family. Jon was a sweet, kind and great friend in high school and will be sadly missed. May he rest in peace.
Sheila Ryan (Daley)
February 15, 2025 | Friend
