John Martens Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John Martens of New London, Missouri, born in Saint Louis, Missouri, who passed away at the age of 74, on April 23, 2021. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond Martens and Constance Martens (Dain). He is survived by: his wife Patricia "Pat" Gaffney; his children, Angela Banks of St. Louis, MO, Matthew Martens (Tiffany) of Columbia, MO, Michael Martens (Jenn) of Aurora, CO and Christina Zamost (Jared) of Los Alamitos, CA; his siblings, Kris Faller (Michael) of St. Peters, MO, Stephen Martens (Camille) of Lancaster, OH, James Martens (Shelly) of St. Peters, MO and Danny Martens (Jennifer) of Edwardsville, IL; his grandchildren, Brie Spencer (Chris), Nichole Davies (Josh), Joey Cobb, Timmy Martens, Terrell Burrage, Tori Banks, Layla White, Josalyn Martens, Carys Martens and Jack Zamost; his brother-in-law Bob Skaggs (Judy) of Hillsboro, MO; and his close friends, Will and Monica Clayton. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Arch United Methodist Church, Focus Marines Foundation or the Eastern Missouri Crappie Club Jack & Jill Tournament, in care of Smith Funeral Home & Chapel.
