of Cordova, TN
December 7, 1946 - May 19, 2023
Bobby Gale Martin, 76, passed away Friday, May 19, 2023 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. He was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas on December 7, 1946.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Boyd Russell and Velma Davis Martin
''Mr. Bobby'' will always be remembered for his love for all kinds of Stock Car Racing. He was employed by both the USCS and Riverside International Speedway. He could always be found on Saturday nights at Riverside International Speedway in West Memphis riding his four wheeler and trying to keep everyone in line.
In his spare time, he loved watching University of Memphis basketball games as well as game shows. He also enjoyed cruising and traveling the ''open roads'' taking in the scenery. He loved his family and that included his dogs. He will be forever missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his two sons, Kevin Martin and Matthew Martin (Jamie); one daughter, Laura Beth Martin (Jen); two grandchildren, Katelynn Galligan and Ronnie Galligan; one brother, Gerald B. Martin (Janiel) and his faithful companion, Cali (dog).
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, 201 N. Pine St., West Memphis, Arkansas from 5:00-7:00 pm. The funeral service will immediately follow at 7:00 pm.
Memorials may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital ww.stjude.org
Online Condolences: www.RollerFuneralHomes.com/WestMemphis
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11 Condolence(s)
Jeanne Rodgers
Saturday, July 1, 2023
Laura Beth, Kevin and Matthew,
Philip and I are so sorry for your loss. We have so many good memories of Bobby. He was such a sweet man.
God Bless
Jeanne
Cookie and Tommy Arendt
Sunday, June 18, 2023
Some of our fondest memories were made with our neighbors in West Memphis and the Martins. So very sorry for your loss😌
Joe Todd
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Sorry to hear about Bobby. Always a nice person. Sorry for your loss Gerald.ðŸ™ðŸŽï¸ðŸŒ¹ðŸŒ¹ðŸŒ¹
Linda and Tom Graham
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Bobby was one of the best neighbors we ever had. Kevin. Laura Beth and Matthew, Tom and I are so sorry for your loss.
Brenda Chaffin
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Bobby was one of the good guys.
Always fun to be around. We became friends
when we were teenagers. Gerald , Janiel and all of
the Family you are in my prayers.
Love Brenda and Family
Mary Craig
Monday, May 22, 2023
I could never say anything negative about Bobby Martin. He was an angel. Lord, bless his family and all of his friends. He will be missed by so many people that he touched.
Jane Hawley
Monday, May 22, 2023
Gerald,
Tom and I are so sorry to learn of Bobby’s passing. Through all of the heartache, we are grateful that Bobby is at rest now and no longer having to suffer through any health issues. Continued prayers and lots of love to you and all of the family during this difficult time.
Love,
Jane & Tom
Stoy Long
Monday, May 22, 2023
RIP
Calvin Smith
Sunday, May 21, 2023
Bobby was a classmate at Marion and was part of the West Memphis group that was bussed to Marion. Lost touch after graduating but ran into Bobby in the emergency room at Crittenden Hospital. We had about a half hour to catch up. Sorry to hear about his passing. May he rest in peace.
Barbara Owens
Sunday, May 21, 2023
Kevin, Laura Beth, and Matthew, I'm so sorry for your loss. I always thought a lot of Bobby.
Cordel Davenport (DINK)
Sunday, May 21, 2023
I know we had our differences in our drag racing days but I think we grew up later. Didn’t see much of each other lately but maybe we will race again. RIP!!!!