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James Fred Martin, Jr.
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Fred Martin Jr (“Buddy”), a man whose kindness and generosity touched the lives of everyone he encountered. Buddy had a way of showing love that went beyond words—always ready to lend a hand or offer a helping heart, even when he had little to give. His acts of selflessness were a testament to the depth of his care for others.
A man of humor, wisdom, and warmth … and an ever love for his animals… he brought joy to every room he entered. His laughter, his wisdom, and the moments of connection shared with friends and family will remain with us always.
Buddy leaves behind a legacy of love, one that will be remembered through the countless memories we hold dear—memories of shared smiles, tears, and time spent together. His presence will be deeply missed, but his spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who loved him.
He is preceded in death by his father, James Fred Martin Sr. and his mother, Mildred Jordan Martin. He is survived by sisters, Della Ann Martin and Terri Martin. He is carried on in the hearts of his children: Melanie/Son in law David J. Parker, James(Jamie) Edwin Martin/Donna Myrick, James Fred(Freddie)Martin III, Worth Thomas Martin/Daughter in law Jonni Martin; stepson, Daniel Morphies/Daughter in law Carolyn Wood; stepson, Eric Morphies; stepdaughters: Lydia Faust and Jody Morphies.
His grandchildren: Destaniy F.West(Daniel West), Angel Fahrbach, Shay Fahrbach, Matthew Martin, Micheal Martin, Ashley Fisher, Haley Stanley, Raelyn Martin, Bri Wuergler, Kylie Wuergler, Sammi Martin, Waylon Martin, Jameson Morphies, Madeline Morphies and his great grandchildren: Alora West, Liam Martin, Jake Riddle, Aiden Myrick, Emma Stanley, Cameron Stanley, Olivia Stanley, Dakota Fisher and by the dogs he spoiled absolutely rotten with love Missy, Gracie, Dozer, and Duke.
The family will receive friends from 6-8pm on Monday, January 27th at Bladen-Gaskins Funeral Home in Elizabethtown. A funeral service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, January 28th at Bladen-Gaskins Funeral Home in Elizabethtown. Burial will follow in the Scrivens Cemetery located at 13238 NC 87 West, Tar Heel, NC 28392.
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3131 Martin Luther King Drive PO Box 3150, Elizabethtown, NC 28337
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