William Rodney Martin

William Rodney Martin, age 72, of Glencoe, Alabama, passed away on January 6, 2026.

Rodney was born to William O. Martin and Imogene Martin, both of whom preceded him in death. He was employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber for many years. He spent his life devoted to his family and will be remembered for his quiet strength, steady presence, and the love he had for those closest to him.

He is survived by his children, Charlie Martin (Ashley) and Laura Hood (Blake); and his beloved grandchildren, Reagan, Mallory, Charlotte, and Henry, who were a great source of joy and pride in his life.

Rodney was preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia Martin; his brother, Michael Martin; and his parents, William O. Martin and Imogene Martin.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Crestwood Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., with a graveside service to follow.

Pallbearers will be: Geoffrey Martin, Blake Hood, Kevin Roden, Donnie Roden, Alan Howard, and Adam Thorton.

Honorary Pallbearers will be: Dugan Mayhall, Jerry Toney, Harold Milam, and Joe Bates.

The family would like to express special thanks to the MICU staff at Gadsden Regional Medical Center for their continuous support, dedication, and compassion.

Rodney will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who William Rodney Martin, age 72, of Glencoe, Alabama, passed away on January 6, 2026.

Rodney was born to William O. Martin and Imogene Martin, both of whom preceded him in death. He was employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber for many years. He spent his life devoted to his family and will be remembered for his quiet strength, steady presence, and the love he had for those closest to him.

He is survived by his children, Charlie Martin (Ashley) and Laura Hood (Blake); and his beloved grandchildren, Reagan, Mallory, Charlotte, and Henry, who were a great source of joy and pride in his life.

Rodney was preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia Martin; his brother, Michael Martin; and his parents, William O. Martin and Imogene Martin.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Crestwood Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., with a graveside service to follow.

Pallbearers will be: Geoffrey Martin, Blake Hood, Kevin Roden, Donnie Roden, Alan Howard, and Adam Thorton.

Honorary Pallbearers will be: Dugan Mayhall, Jerry Toney, Harold Milam, and Joe Bates.

The family would like to express special thanks to the MICU staff at Gadsden Regional Medical Center for their continuous support, dedication, and compassion.

Rodney will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.