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He was born on July 19, 1950, son of Bootie and Janet Probus. Marty was a graduate of Ahrens Trade School and a jack-of-all-trades. He retired from maintenance at Louisville Bedding. After retirement, he continued work as a handyman.
In addition to his parents, Marty was preceded in death by a grandson; and two great granddaughters.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Elizabeth Probus; children, Missy Schaber (Tim), Cindy Crouch (Ronnie) and Darrell Hooper (Ninna); sister-in-law, Mary Lyles (Matt); 10 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and niece, Brooklyn Lyles.
His funeral is 2pm Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Fern Creek Funeral Home, 5406 Bardstown Road. Visitation is 2-7pm Monday, February 24, 2025.
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