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Lucy J. Martin
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Lucy Martin Obituary
Lucy J. Martin, age 101, passed away Friday, Oct. 17, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Henry Martin and a daughter, JoAnn Njie.
She is survived by her children, Elayne Morton, Bonita Sales (George), Sheree Wright (Anthony) and Paula Jordan (Jeral); seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 12 noon, Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025 at Bethel AME Church, 414 Henry Clay Street in Shelbyville Ky. with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 12 noon.
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Sharon Davis-Manica
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My deepest condolences to this family! Paula and I were the best of friends! You rest in Mrs. Lucy, now you are sitting at the Welcome table
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