James Martin Sr

James Martin Sr obituary

James Martin Sr

James Martin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Heartland Cremation & Burial Society - Greater Kansas City, Missouri - Rayt on Feb. 25, 2026.
James Martin Sr, born January 17, 1938, is survived by James G Martin, Mike Sainio, Brenda Prescott, George W Martin, Edward S Martin, James Martin Jr, Judith A Mitchell, and Carolann Fransisco. Grandkids include Isabella, George, Jessica, Cody, Brianna, Emily, Christian, Elaina, Sophia, Gabby, Haylie, Jesse Jr, Neveah, Tommy, Wesley, Zane, Scarlet, Aaron, Nicholas, and Abigail. Great grandkids include, Olivia, Levi, Izzy, Isidro, Malikye, Eryn, and Wyatt.

James is proceeded in death by his wife of 47 years, Helen Martin, son Thomas Martin, his sisters Judy and Mary, his brother John and great granddaughter Maddelyn.

Dad had a good heart and was a good father, grandfather, and husband to his late wife. Dad served in the USMC and the Army National Guard and retired honorably in 1991. He was the rock for our entire family and will truly be missed.

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