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James M. Martin

1935 - 2022

James M. Martin

1935 - 2022

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BORN

1935

DIED

2022

James Martin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 21, 2022.

Mr. James M. Martin, 86, of Lafayette, passed away Sunday, Mar. 20, 2022, at Witham Memorial Hospital in Lebanon.

Jim was born Nov. 12, 1935, in Clinton County, a son of the late Roy and Vilma (Copas) Martin. He married Nancy Wintersteen in November 1976. She survives.

Jim graduated from school in Jackson Township, Clinton County. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Army from 1959 – 1961. Jim worked for Eli Lilly for 23 years. He was an accomplished guitar player and played in several local bands throughout Boone and Clinton County. Jim enjoyed traveling, going on fishing trips, and collecting antiques.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy L. Martin, who lovingly cared for him during his illness; son, Kenneth Martin of Kirklin; step- children, Pamela Stewart of Lafayette, Yvonne Knowles of Lafayette, and Steven Reifel of Ovilla, TX; and several grandchildren, including Vincent Dowell, Lyle Marchel, Nicole Marchel, Phaedra Ginger, Heather Reifel, and Dustin Martin.

Jim was preceded in death by a step-son, Timothy Reifel and brother, Paul Martin.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Final care of Jim has been entrusted to the Strawmyer & Drury Mortuary, 2400 N. Lebanon Street, Lebanon. Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Road, S.W., Lilburn, GA 30047 or to the Parkinson’s Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131.

You are invited to visit the website where you may sign his online register and leave a personal message at www.strawmyerdrury.com.

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April 7, 2022

Cherie (Martin) DeShazo (George and Ida Martin’s granddaughter posted to the memorial.

March 26, 2022

Larry & Carol Wintersteen posted to the memorial.

March 22, 2022

Jim Stewart posted to the memorial.

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Cherie (Martin) DeShazo (George and Ida Martin’s granddaughter

April 7, 2022

I’m so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was good man.Prayers for your family

Larry & Carol Wintersteen

March 26, 2022

Jim and Nancy seemed to be a perfect match. They were always supportive and kind with any and all associations. Jim was a loyal husband, hard worker and supportive in keeping things together in the Martin home. May he rest in peace. Nancy - may the Lord bless you and keep you in this time of transition and sorrow. Know you are loved and may you be strong in what lies ahead. Remember - this is a new beginning for Jim. Mortality is a small part of God's Eternal Plan of Salvation. Jim is progressing in a better place! You will see him again.

Jim Stewart

March 22, 2022

Jim was a great guitar player and nice guy! I used to play with him in the band Squires. I used to kid him about how he would wring the neck of his guitar, and he was very proud of it (the guitar). I am so sorry for the loss of Jim!

Dave Cornett

March 21, 2022

Nancy and family. So sorry for your loss. Dave sure enjoyed playing drums with Jim. Really enjoyed the 'barn party' we came to as well. He enjoyed talking with you and Jim when he would come service the furnace and AC Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family. Dave and Roberta Cornett