William Curtis Martin

William Curtis Martin obituary, Baldwyn, MS

William Curtis Martin

William Martin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kesler Funeral Home, Inc. - Baldwyn Chapel on Feb. 3, 2026.
William Curtis Martin (71) passed away Monday, February 2, 2026 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.

William is survived by his wife, Judy Martin of Baldwyn; his sons, Jason Tackett (Elizabeth) of Yazoo City, Steve Tackett (Shaleigh) of Tupelo, William Martin, Jr. of Corinth, Wesley Martin of Minnesota and Bradley Martin of Burnsville; his brother, Michael Martin (Dana) of Baldwyn; his sister, Shelia Noble of Baldwyn; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Ruth Martin; his brother, Danny Martin; and his great-grandson, Jeremiah Tackett.

There are no services scheduled.

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