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Donny Martin Obituary
Donny "T.J." Ken Martin, 49 of Fancy Gap, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at UVA Medical Center. Mr. Martin was born in Surry County, North Carolina on November 18, 1975. He was preceded in death by his father, William Martin, Jr.; mother, Dorothy Rigney Martin; brother, Randy Martin; and sister, Brenda Harrell.
Survivors include his life partner, Linda Primm of the home; stepson, Jacob Primm (Hannah) of Greensboro; sister, Cathy Martin; and brother, Robert "Ben" Martin.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel at 1:00 PM and Justin Lamb officiated. The family received friends at the funeral home on Saturday, November 8 from 12:00 until 1:00 PM prior to the memorial service. A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family.
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Amanda Hill
November 7, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.We are praying for you Linda. Preston & Amanda Hill
John Harrison
November 6, 2025
So sorry to hear of Tj'S passing, we got to know each other when we worked at Renfro back in the day, we had many good and crazy times , he was a good hearted person and would give the shirt off his back. RIP my friend until we meet again.
Sandy Childress
November 6, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but the special memories help you cope. Cathy, I'm praying for you and the family.
David Gunter
November 6, 2025
Sorry for your loss me and this young man spent alot of our teen age years together and had lots of memories he will be greatly missed
Carol Johnson
November 6, 2025
Thoughts and Prayers go out to the family at this time.
Patrick Bowman
November 5, 2025
Ben, sorry for your loss. He was a good fellow. Remember back to all the times you two brothers helped in the hay field. He will be missed.
Angela Carpenter
November 5, 2025
Cathy words can not express how truly sorry I am. I pray God gives you and Linda the strength you need during this time and the days to come. I'm here if you need me. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Stacey Bullion
November 4, 2025
I'm lost for words tj was a good friend he would give you the shirt off his back he has helped me so much I enjoyed his laugh and growing up with him Linda im so sorry.
JEANNIE Montgomery
November 4, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
JUDY BREEDEN
November 4, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Randy and Susan Moore
November 4, 2025
Linda,
So sorry to hear of TJ passing. Love and Prayers today and days to come.
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