James Martin Walraven

Martin “Marty” James Walraven, 68, of Newport, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, following a single vehicle accident in Newport.

A celebration of Marty’s life will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., on Saturday, June 21st at the VFW Post 8986, located at 1316 Hibbs Road in Newport.

Marty was born on November 22, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois. From a young age, he had a fascination for cars, which led him to pursue a fulfilling career as a skilled mechanic. He found joy in the open road, with motorcycle riding being one of his favorite pastimes.

Marty will be fondly remembered as a loving husband of 30 years, an exceptional father, and a proud grandfather, whose love and dedication to his family and friends will be greatly missed.

Those remaining to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Shelli Walraven; daughter, Linda Henriksen of Burnsville, MN, Toni Walraven of Murphysboro, IL, and Cori Dannette Walraven of Murphysboro, IL; sons, Paul Henriksen of Dallas, TX, Michael Walraven (Lauren) of Jacksonville, FL, and Joshua Yarbrough (Ashlea) of Kansas City, KS; sisters, Yvonne Kennedy (Jack) of New Lenox, IL and Kathy Weaver (Mike) of Tampa, FL; brother, Larry Walraven of Tampa, FL; several nieces and nephews; numerous grandchildren; and a few great-grandchildren.

Marty was preceded in death by his father, Robert Walraven; mother and stepfather, Helen and Ludwig Henniges; sister, Christine Walraven; and brother, Bobby Henniges.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Carteret County Humane Society, 853 Hibbs Rd., Newport, NC 28570.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net.

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory in Morehead City, NC.