Martina Casey

God called to eternal peace, Martina Gulliford Casey on January 26, 2026, having blessed this world for 105 years. May she rest in the gentle embrace of Our Father in Heaven. Aunt Martina was born to John and Geneva Gulliford on November 21, 1920.

She graduated from Marion High School in 1937. She became Mrs. Manson Casey in September 1963.

Martina was a beloved daughter, sibling, spouse and friend whose kindness, warmth, and generosity touched the lives of many. She gave her life to Jesus in her early teens and dedicated her life to serving in the church at Allen Temple and Bethel AME churches. She sang in the choir from an early age and even started a youth choir called the Temple Tones. She and her sisters sang at many events in the Marion area including weddings, funerals and several social events.

After graduating from Marion High School, Martina began working for Farnsworth and RCA until her retirement. She remained active with her coworkers, often meeting for lunch. She was active in the community and the church as long as she was able to do so. Aunt Martina was affectionately known as one of the 'Golden Girls' along with Elizabeth Stewart and Irene Beck as they spent hours together attending many of Marion's events with their children.

Martina leaves behind three nieces, Pamela Gulliford Scroggins, Cydney Barret McElroy and Monaei Gulliford Burnett, as well as several cousins who helped her navigate in her later years, great-nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Manson Casey; her parents John and Geneva Gulliford; four sisters, Louise, Elsie, Rowena and Vera; three brothers; John Cleon, Cantrell and Blaine, and two nephews; James Drew and Bryant. Her memory will be cherished by all who knew her.

A Celebration of Life for Martina will be held at a later date at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral & Cremation Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.

Arrangements are entrusted to Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral & Cremation Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Allen Temple AME Church, 3440 S. Washington St., Marion, IN 46953

Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.