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James Martin Obituary
TRUCKSVILLE — James J. Martin III, 55, of Trucksville, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of Maryann Babkowski Martin and the late James Martin Jr.
James was a 1982 graduate of Bishop Hoban High School. He graduated from LCCC with a criminal justice and commercial art degree. He then attended King's College, majoring in criminal justice. James was employed by the Dallas Borough Police Department for over 30 years and was looking forward to his retirement.
He had a true love for family, especially his wife and children. He enjoyed coaching each of his children through many organizations, including Dallas Youth Basketball and Back Mountain Little League. James never missed a great sunset on his favorite beaches with Jill. He was a lifetime member of the Back Mountain Police Association and had held several offices throughout the years.
Preceding him in death, in addition to his father, were his father-in-law, Ralph Brown; his paternal grandparents, James and Madeline Martin; and maternal grandparents, Walter and Anna Babkowski.
Surviving, in addition to his mother, are his wife, the former Jill Brown; and children Derek and wife Jamie, of Shavertown, Meghan and Kyle, of Dallas, Ryan and Jill, of Trucksville, and mother-in-law Dorothy Brown.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 23, 2019, in St. Therese's Church, 64 Davis St., Shavertown. The Rev. James J. Paisley will be celebrant. Private interment will be held at the convenience of family. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday from Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main St., Shavertown. All are asked to go directly to church on the day of service.
Donations can be made in honor of James J. Martin to The Back Mountain Little League Association, P.O. Box 22, Dallas, PA 18612.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for James Martin
doug miller
August 30, 2019
our condolences from the staff of the rock recreation center
ann FEDOR
August 25, 2019
Jill, so sorry to hear of Jim's passing> my prayers go out to you and your family
Duane Atkinson
August 24, 2019
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Your family are in our prayers.
Joe Bevevino
August 24, 2019
"To live in hearts we leave behind
is to not die."
Jim will certainly live in many hearts.
Jill, our thoughts are will you and your family.
Chris & Marina Stuccio
August 23, 2019
Rest in eternal peace Jim & May God comfort the entire Martin family during this difficult time.
Classmates at Bishop Hoban, 1982, we lost a true friend...many GREAT memories!!!
Boyd, Maryann, Taylor and Shane Dunn
August 23, 2019
To the Martin family, Our deepest condolences! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! Jim was an outstanding man, he will be greatly missed.
Donna Menig
August 23, 2019
Jill, I am so very very sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family at this time I hope that you can find some comfort in these words and all of the words that have been left for you and Jim. Jim will always be remembered, as a great father, husband and all around nice guy!
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Donna, Bob, B.J. Casidhe, and Andrew Menig
August 23, 2019
Jill my heart is just broken for all of you! I'm sending all my love and prayers for you to feel the strength & love of our community and as we share in your sadness.
Love,
Patty McCoog McMahon & family
Merrit Nash and family
August 23, 2019
Very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers to the family and coworkers. I enjoyed working with Jim.
Molly and Phil Piazza
August 23, 2019
Jill and Family,
Our sincere condolences to all of you. Jim's passing is a great loss to all of you, and to the Back Mountain community.
August 22, 2019
We are so saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. I hope that you can find some solace in how much Jim was loved by all that knew him. Stay strong.
Dick, Kristin, Zachary, and Kaitlin Connolly
Dunedin, FL
August 22, 2019
Dear Jill and family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you during this trying time. All our love.
Larry and Maryjo Youngblood and children
Kevin Spinozza
August 22, 2019
Jill, Derek, Meghan, Ryan & family -
We are all so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We send all of our thoughts, condolences and love to you in this difficult time. We will continue to keep Jim and your family in our prayers. May your fond memories, family and love give you peace and comfort.
Love,
Kevin, Karen & Rocco Spinozza
August 22, 2019
Derek,
Drew and I are so very sorry for your profound loss. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Caroline Torbik
Matt Medura
August 22, 2019
Jill my sincerest condolences on your family's loss. Peace be with you soon.
Karen Fiorello
August 22, 2019
Jim was a wonderful man. It was a pleasure to know and work with him at Dallas Borough. He always had a love for his family and his community. He will be greatly missed by all.
August 22, 2019
Jill and family; we are so sorry to hear of JIm's passing. He was a great guy! He will be sadly missed by all.
Polinski Family
Mary Ann Lowry
August 22, 2019
Jill and family,
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Little league champions
Melissa Flores
August 22, 2019
Dear Jill, Derek, Ryan and Meghan,
The Flores family is very saddened by this news. Our best memories of Shavertown, Pa involve Jim and you all. I know the guys always enjoyed coaching baseball together and Jim always filled up a room with his energy and laugh.
We love you all and he will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers are with you and hope you can find moments of peace during this very difficult time.
Love,
Missy,James, Jamie, Jakob and Ava
August 22, 2019
Wishing the whole Martin family our love and prayers from the Murray family . Jim was a wonderful man . I know you have a beautiful community to help you all to navigate this tragic loss . May God give you abundant graces . Love from Dianne Murray and team Mur
.
Alice Devens Blaine
August 22, 2019
So very sorry for the loss of one great guy and cop.
Thoughts and prayers are sent to you Jill and your family.
Richie Huntington
August 21, 2019
Such a warm, involved, friendly representative of the community and always polite and welcoming. Already missed. Peace and strength to the whole Martin family.
Sharon Prokopchak
August 21, 2019
Jill, My condolences and deepest sympathy to you and your family. God bless you all.
Fred Rosencrans
August 21, 2019
Jill and family, My family and I are truly sorry for your loss. Jim was a great man, and will never be forgotten. Rest easy Jim. You will be missed by many!
Megan Hine
August 21, 2019
My heart is aching for all of you and our Dallas community. Mr. Martin was such a positive figure and will be greatly missed. Many prayers and much love <3
Lake Silkworth Vol. Fire Dept.
August 21, 2019
So very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thought and prayers go out to his family(s), both blood and blue. It was a pleasure to know him.
Tonya Gannon
August 21, 2019
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Renee Novitski
August 21, 2019
Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
August 21, 2019
Jill and family,
I am so saddened and deeply sorry to hear of Jim's passing. May you all have find comfort in all of the fabulous memories. Peace be with you all.
Sheri Prokopchak
Bobby Roper
August 21, 2019
Thoughts and prayers to the entire Martin family. He was such a thoughtful, kind and generous man. Was always a pleasure each and every time I would speak with him at football games and outings. He will be sorely missed. God bless sir.
Bridie Spare
August 21, 2019
Jill and family, we send our condolences to you. Jim was a great person and funny . Kind and caring. Once again our condolences.
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