Marcella Martin Obituary
Marcella Martin, a cherished wife, mother, granny, great GiGi sister, and friend, passed away on September 19, 2025, at the age of 66.
Born on October 22, 1958, in Iowa City, Iowa, Marcella was a vibrant presence whose warmth and kindness touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Survivors include her loving husband, Robert Martin; son, Robert (Gina) Martin; daughter, Ann (Gary) Johnson; grandchildren, Paige (Matthew) Cichella, Sydney Johnson, Chase Gonzalez, and Kaila Roberts; great-grandchildren, Avery Ann Cichella, Kash Roberts, Liam Nicholas Cichella; sister, Lori Cable, and her brothers, Danny Hand and David Hand.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Annabelle Boyd Hand; brother, Bryan Hand; grandson, Tyler Roberts.
Private family services to be held.
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