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William Lane Martin, Jr., 52 of Hueytown, AL, passed on November 2, 2025. William was a longtime member of Real Church of God in Hueytown, Alabama. He is preceded in death by his parents, William Sr. and Nettie Martin. William will be lovingly remembered by his brother, Byron L. Martin (Janet); nephew, Byron L. Martin, Jr. (Savannah); niece, April Lynn Martin; and many other relatives and friends.
Celebration of Life service will be Sunday, November 9, 2025 at Real Church of God (1515 Hueytown Rd, 35023) at 11:00 AM.
Patterson Forest Grove Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the Martin family during their time of bereavement. Expressions of sympathy and condolences may be shared at www.pattersonfuneralhomes.com.
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