John Martin Obituary
The passing of John Martin of Centralia, Illinois, born in Greenville, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 23, 2024 at the age of 86. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Martin to show support.
In the vast expanse of eternity, John shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid John farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Arnold and Mary Mabel Martin (Siever). He is survived by: his close friend Kathy Deadmond of Centralia, Illinois; his children, John E. Martin (Laurie) of Centralia, Daniel Martin of Benton, Katherine Brandsma (Jim) of St. Charles and Lori Kissiar of Greenville, Illinois; his stepchildren, Michael Deadmond of Centralia, Illinois and Stacy Deadmond of Centralia, Illinois; and his brother Robert Martin of Normal, Illinois.. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren.
The family asks that donations be given in lieu of flowers, plants, and other gifts, in memory of John, and mailed to the Second Chance Animal Rescue, 1332 N. 1150 St., Vandalia, IL 62471. The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in John 'Dick' Martin 's name.