Celebrating the life of
John E. Martin
September 19, 1922 - January 07, 2017
SAVANNAH – John E. Martin, 94, died Saturday, January 7, 2017, at his home surrounded by his loving friends.
A native of Mt. Vernon, GA he had lived in Savannah for the past 50 years and was retired from the Savannah Morning News.
He served along with his brothers, Ralph and Raymond, in the Armed Forces during World War II and all survived the war to lead long and productive lives.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Alma Martin, and two daughters, Debbie and Carolyn.
Surviving are his brother, Harley Martin of Macon, GA, several grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and dear loving friends.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com
Very sorry to his family and friends for your loss. We owe such a debt of gratitude to all of our WWII Veterans for their commitment and sacrifice in defense of our Nation during the darkest of days. Thank you Mr John Martin for your dedication and service in our beloved Navy during combat operations in the South Pacific. I salute you Sir and sincerely pray that you may rest in peace. Fair winds and following seas my friend.
- John Crutchfield CPO, USN retired, Garden City, Ga
Farewell Mr. Martin, it was a pleasure being able to know you and laugh with you throughout my life. I love and miss you and may you rest in peace.
- Luke Bunton, Savannah, Ga
We all lost a wonderful man. Mr,Martin was one of a kind. He was the kind of person who loved making people laugh. I will greatly miss my best friend!!!! UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN REST IN PEACE I LOVE YOU ALWAYS, CRYSTAL RUSH
- CRYSTAL RUSH AND FAMILY, SAVANNAH, GA
My condolences to the Martin family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise to swallow up death forever, and to wipe away the tears from all faces(Isaiah 25:8).
- Thomas, Snellville, Ga.
Very sorry to his family and friends for your loss. We owe such a debt of gratitude to all of our WWII Veterans for their commitment and sacrifice in defense of our Nation during the darkest of days. Thank you Mr John Martin for your dedication and service in our beloved Navy during combat operations in the South Pacific. I salute you Sir and sincerely pray that you may rest in peace. Fair winds and following seas my friend.
- John Crutchfield CPO, USN retired, Garden City, Ga
Farewell Mr. Martin, it was a pleasure being able to know you and laugh with you throughout my life. I love and miss you and may you rest in peace.
- Luke Bunton, Savannah, Ga
We all lost a wonderful man. Mr,Martin was one of a kind. He was the kind of person who loved making people laugh. I will greatly miss my best friend!!!! UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN REST IN PEACE I LOVE YOU ALWAYS, CRYSTAL RUSH
- CRYSTAL RUSH AND FAMILY, SAVANNAH, GA
My condolences to the Martin family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise to swallow up death forever, and to wipe away the tears from all faces(Isaiah 25:8).
- Thomas, Snellville, Ga.
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
