Photo courtesy of Deeley Funeral Home, Inc. - Punxsutawney
Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania
Mar 4, 1966 – Apr 29, 2024 (Age 58)
Kelly J. Martin, 58
Kelly J. Martin, 58, of Punxsutawney, died Monday, April 29, 2024, at her home.
She was born March 4, 1966, in Beaver, PA, a daughter of Shirley (Herstine) Howell, who survives, and the late Wayne Shaffer.
On September 12, 1998, she married Joel M. Martin, who survives.
Kelly attended the First Church of God in Punxsutawney. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Thiel College. Kelly enjoyed taking photos and photography. She took many seniors’ photos and worked for the Punxsutawney Spirit as their sports editor for many years and loved following all the sports events in the area. Kelly also enjoyed bowling, taking walks, going to the beach, and being around people. But most of all, Kelly loved her family.
After her career working for the Spirit. Kelly worked in Special Education for the Punxsutawney School District.
In addition to her husband and mother, Kelly is survived by a son, Alex Martin of Punxsutawney; in-laws Noel and Kathy Martin of Punxsutawney; three siblings, sister Debbie Hutman of Rochester, PA, brother Mike Shaffer and husband David of St. Petersburg, FL, and sister Christine Ludwig and husband Rodney of West Virginia; a brother-in-law Matthew Martin of Punxsutawney; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a sister Terrie Shaffer.
Friends will be received from 3 to 8 p.m., on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at the Deeley Funeral Home, Punxsutawney.
An additional visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m., on Friday, May 3, 2024, at the Punxsutawney First Church of God with a funeral service to follow, beginning at 11 a.m., with Pastor Rob Van Fossen officiating.
Interment will be in Round Top Cemetery, Trade City.
Memorial contributions may be made, in memory of Kelly, to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 North Michigan Avenue, Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
Online condolences may be made at www.deeleyfuneralhome.com.
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I still use this bowl she gave me in 1989.
I still have this beautiful bowl that she gave me in 1989.
Rosemarie Schaut
November 19, 2024 | SAINT MARYS, PA
Kelly was a classmate of mine at Thiel College. She gave me the only surprise party I have ever been given, a bridal shower my senior year. She was very sweet. I'm sorry to see that she passed.
Rosemarie (Wolfel) Schaut
November 19, 2024 | SAINT MARYS, PA | Classmate
Joel and Alex So sad to hear of your loss. Kelly was such a beautiful woman. She will be missed by so many. May her fond memories remain in your hearts forever.
Ed and Mary Ann Smith
May 06, 2024
Kelly was always a kind, sweet person. She was a great student who never said anything unkind about anyone. Praying for you and your family.
Lori (Davis) Merola
May 03, 2024 | Beaver Falls, PA | Classmate
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sending our sincere condolences
Jeff and Kim Martin
May 02, 2024 | Punxsutawney, PA | Family
I remember that love that Kelly put into what she did as the photographer for the sports at the school. My son was in numerous sports and I remember Kelly approaching me when he was a senior and handed me some candid photos that she snapped as my son was either competing, talking with the coach, etc. Her compassion for what she did and for what she represented as a person, shined in her work. She knew that as a mom, I would cherish those snapshots. I can still remember how taken back I...
Barbara Davidson
May 01, 2024 | Other
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Kelly. She was a shining light in this world and now in heaven. Oh that beautiful smile! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lynn Horter Lonnett
May 01, 2024 | Ivins, UT | Family
Joel and Alex,
Coach Martin ,
I am so sorry to hear of sweet Kelly's passing. For 4 years you all became part of my family, from Kelly coming and taking tons of pictures, creating us amazing photos to look back at the season, to setting up our end of the year party ( because lets be honest she probably did most of the work). I think I can speak for all your adopted track kids, we appreciated everything you and Kelly did to make our lives fun and make us smile season after season....
Nickita Fetterman
May 01, 2024 | PA | Friend
Coach Martin, I'm so sorry for your loss. No words can ease the pain of losing a loved one. I will always remember Kelly's bright smile! Praying for peace and comfort for both you and Alex!
RaeAnne Bennett
May 01, 2024
