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James Martin II "Jim" (Age 71)
James "Jim" Adolphus Martin, II died peacefully on September 28, 2023 in his home. He grew up in Dawson, Texas, graduated from Baylor University, and moved to the Washington, DC area where he worked 44 years for the IBM Corporation as an Executive in the Federal Marketing Sector.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his adoring wife, Diane Johnson and a large extended family of loved ones and friends.
Services are Saturday, October 14, 2023, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Rock Creek Parish, Rock Creek Cemetery, Rock Creek Church Road & Webster Street, NW., Washington DC 20011. Visitation 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.; Funeral 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon; Followed by burial at Rock Creek Cemetery. No flowers or plants to church or home.
Donations in memory of Jim may be sent to: ProDuffers Scholarship Foundation of Washington, DC. 2200 Badian Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Martin
Burdette Cammack
October 5, 2024
Jim was a friend, co-worker, manager, and brother to me. We played lots of tennis together, skied a lot together, played a lot of golf together, and traveled more than a little to do so.
I had a physical challenge in 2022 and spent almost 6 months in a couple hospitals and rehab facililties. Jim did not miss a week visiting with me and encouraging me to overcome my problem, even while dealing with his own.
It has been a year already since he departed, and I miss him everyday. I am a better person for having had him in my life.
George Banker
December 17, 2023
I had the pleasure of working with Jim going back to the Office Products Division (OPD) of IBM. Through the years he was a valued friend and always professional. His memory lives on and prayers to Diane and the family.
Dennis Egan - USDA (Ret'd)
October 26, 2023
Sad to hear of Jim's passing. I knew him from my IT contacting days at USDA. Condolences to Jim's family.
Danny and Janice Kelley
October 17, 2023
May your heart be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Christy Wright
October 14, 2023
I worked with Jim in the 80's as a systems engineer. I admired how he could laugh at things even though his job was quite serious as the Marketing Manager for several large Federal agencies. Rest in peace, Jim.
Cheryl Fox
October 14, 2023
I have many fond memories of my years working with Jim at IBM. He was such a great guy and will be missed.
Robby de Andrade
October 13, 2023
I always enjoyed the conversations I had with Jim along with his friendly smile and laugh. Even after our IBM days I would run into Jim at various locations in Bethesda and we would talk as if we saw each other every day. Thank you Jim for creating many lasting memories and your friendship.
Mike T
October 12, 2023
Jim was always an energetic, positive, outgoing presence wherever he engaged. As a rookie in the office when Jim as a Marketing Manager, his welcoming, supportive, friendly manner was extremely important in the development of not only myself, but many other folks that crossed his path. Jim was truly one of the good ones!!
David Julian Abner
October 12, 2023
I miss our afternoon ice cream breaks at VanNess. We solved many of the world´s problems there. Always a true and treasured friend
Debra L C Liverpool Nelson
October 11, 2023
We all love Jim. He was very one's best friend.
I will miss the great big smile and hearty laugh. But I understand the greater reward he is receiving as God's angel. God's got him now.
May his memory always be a blessing to all who loved him.
May the peace that passes all understanding carry us all
Deb and Ken
Mu Nu Chapter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
October 11, 2023
The Brother's for the Mu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, inc. would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the Martin Family. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding comfort you in this very difficult time.
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