J. Martin Obituary
Our master of knowledge has moved on to another adventure at 69 years old while at home with her sister in La Junta, Colorado on June 28, 2025. A hole has been placed inside our hearts and the community.
She leaves behind her younger sisters, Yolanda Martin, Corinne (Brett Pavlik) Brown, Catherine Martin, Carin Martin. As well as a brother Kevin Owens. Nieces, Shawna (Donald) Biby, Samantha (Cassiopia) Brockett-Cox, Chelsea (Ben) Blevins and Krystal Martin. Nephews, Jason (Vanessa Mares) Martin, Carlton (Ashley) Brown, Kevin (Jacob Ward) Bevel and Michael Martin. Numerous great nieces, great nephews, cousins and ex-husband Tim Byrnes. Proceeded in death by her father, Samuel Martin, mother Connie Joann Southerland, grandparents, Olive and Cecil Martin, and brother, Jeffery Martin.
Known to many as the town of La Junta libraries own mascot, jack-of-all-trades, craft leader and fountain of facts through her 20 years of service. Born in Rocky Ford and sticking around the lower Ark Valley most of her life she also spent many years bartending in Fowler at The Tamarack Grill previously known as Stockman Restaurant.
Very independent and confident with her literal genius level abundance of facts. Known for her admiration of cats, knowledge, family and building anything with her hands. She valued her friends as well as the library patrons. There was not a puzzle she could not conquer.
Her passing has left a hole in the community she adored. Cherished by all those who knew her and forever in our hearts.
A celebration of life will be held at the Woodruff Memorial Library in La Junta, CO, later date to be determined.
Online condolences may be made at www.PeacockFH.com. Peacock-Larsen Funeral Home & Arkansas Valley Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
401 Raton Ave, La Junta, CO 81050
People and places connected with J.
Memories and Condolences
for J. Martin
Tell your own story about J.
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Make a Donation
in J. Martin's name
How to support J.'s loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor J. Martin's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
