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Robert Wayne "Bob" Martin Sr.

Robert Wayne "Bob" Martin Sr. obituary, New Orleans, LA

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Robert Martin Obituary

Robert "Bob" Wayne Martin, Sr., age 70, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, July 14, 2022. Relatives, friends of the family, and coworkers at The Hartford Ins. Group, USF&G Ins., City of New Orleans, and Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office are all invited to attend his Homegoing Celebration on Saturday, July 23, 2022, 10:00 a.m., at Beacon Light International Baptist Cathedral, 1937 Mirabeau Ave., NOLA. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. until the hour of service. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Victoria Martin; and older brother, Lloyd Martin. Robert Sr. is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Cynthia Martin; 3 children, Tracey, Robin, and Robert Martin Jr. (Lafavor); 9 grandchildren, Tarice, Dontae, Maurice Jr. (Paige), Stephon, Tre, Garrett, Quay, Victoria, and Olivia; 3 great-grandchildren, MJ, Marquay, Sa'omi; 7 siblings, Victoria McLaurin (Freddie), Charlotte Cordier (Leonard), Ronnie Martin (Shirley), Donald Martin, Dr. Carol Patin (Douglas), Wanda Martin, Latoya Martin-Williams (Cody), and a host of other relatives and friends. Services entrusted to the caring staff of Professional Funeral Services "Celebrating Life", 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116, 504-948-7447. Please visit www.pfsneworleans.com to Sign Guestbook.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jul. 19 to Jul. 23, 2022.

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Richardstein Jones

August 25, 2025

Happy Heavenly Birthday (8/24) my friend. You are missed very much. Hope u continue to Rest In Peace.
Love
Stein

Richardstein Jones

July 14, 2025

Cynth, it is hard to believe your husband, my friend, was called home 3 years ago. Robert, you are missed by your family and friends. We have some good memories of good times together. May Robert continue to Rest In Peace.
Love,
Stein

Brian Coogan

May 17, 2025

Bob was a class act. I can not say so many good things about him. I enjoyed the time I spent working with him. He was a man of integrity and enjoyed all my conversations with him. Rest in Heaven.

Richardstein Jones

July 14, 2024

Today would be 2 years since the Lord called you to Heaven. You are missed by your family and friends. Rest In Peace my friend.
Love,
Stein

Cynthia Martin

July 14, 2024

Always Remembering You. I Love You Forever and Always.
Missing You.

Cynthia

August 24, 2023

Happy Heavenly Birthday to my soulmate/husband. I miss so much. Love you forever and always, until we meet again.

Richardstein Jones

August 24, 2023

Happy Heavenly Birthday Robert, my friend. Your loving wife, my friend Cynthia, and I share memories of our friendship. May you continue to Rest In Peace.
Love
Stein

Richardstein Jones

July 14, 2023

My dear friend/sister Cynth, it is hard to believe that it has been a year since Robert (your hubby, my friend) was called to eternal life with the Lord. He; of course, is missed but all the wonderful memories keep him in our hearts. Robert, may you continue to Rest In Peace.
Love
Stein

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Allen Taylor

July 26, 2022

My heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Cynthia Martin, the children and all the siblings. Robert was a life long friend and he will be missed dearly. I share my thoughts also on
behalf of all my family. You all will be in our prayers.

Mark Songy

July 23, 2022

Great man, great life, great family. Our prayers and condolences.
Mark Songy and Family

Ferdinand B. Branch, Sr.

July 23, 2022

MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY.
J.S.C. C/O 1971

Neil & Charlene Watkins

July 23, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Ida Theresa Barr

July 22, 2022

My prayers and condolences are with and for you, Cynthia; and your entire family as you celebrate and commemorate the life and legacy of our dear friend and coworker, Robert Martin, aka "Bob Martin." His loyalty was second to none. But most importantly, his love for his family was immeasurable. He was so proud of the life and family you built together. May God´s comfort and strength be with you always.

Alma and Gentle Littles

July 22, 2022

Our sincere condolences to the family during this difficult time.

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Adronne Deverger

July 21, 2022

To my friend Cynthia and family , I´m deeply saddled to hear of the loss of your husband and father Robert!!! I extend heartfelt sympathy , love and fervent prayers to you all. Keep the faith, lean and depend in God th sustain you .

Richardstein Jones

July 21, 2022

My deepest condolences to you, Cynthia, and Family. Prayerful for God´s love, comfort, presence, peace and strength for each of you as you face this difficult time. There are many friends and family that care and will keep you in their thoughts and prayers. I feel very much as part of the family since we have known each other for over 45+ years. As much we loved Robert, we acknowledge that God loved him more. God now has him in heaven, removed from all pain and suffering. May he Rest In Peace!
Love
Stein aka Sis, T-Stein & Kitty Jones

JULES M SIMEON JR

July 20, 2022

May God give you comfort and peace!

Regenia Moss-Banks

July 20, 2022

To the Martin family & friends ~
Our sincere condolences are prayerfully given with the deepest love and respect during your time of bereavement. Though these are the most difficult times of family gatherings, I pray that you will continue to put your struggles in God´s mighty hands. Lean not on your own understanding but put your trust in Him. Keep the faith and share the loving memories together as one. Be blessed ~

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1937 Mirabeau Ave, New Orleans, LA

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