of Yellville, AR
November 26, 1953 - May 25, 2019
Jack D. Martin passed away unexpectedly on May 25th in his home.
He was born in Elgin, Illinois on November 26, 1953 to James D. Martin and Gloria J. Tillman Martin Grozis. He was a resident of Elgin and South Elgin for 53 years. He owned and operated Martin Auto Service in South Elgin for many years. In 2006, Jack and his wife Debbie moved to Northern Arkansas. Both of them were very active in the community, serving as emergency medical responders, and as a firefighter on the Peel Volunteer Fire department. Jack's passions included playing guitar, singing, and restoring and racing awesome cars. He was in several bands beginning in his teenage years. He was a member of Lotus Corps and Lotus Ltd. He also enjoyed hiking and exploring new places around the world with Debbie.
Jack leaves behind his wife of 43 years Debbie and daughter Tegan Schultz, son in law Quenton Schultz. Step parents Bill Grozis of Peel, Arkansas and Shirley Martin of South Elgin, Illinois. Two sisters Cathy (Berny) Haerter and Denise (Ed) Jones, two brothers Mark (Paula) Grozis and David (Melissa) Martin. Also many cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gloria Grozis and James Martin. Jack''˜s smile will be greatly missed by the many friends and family who knew him.
A celebration of Jack's life will be held Saturday, June 1, 2019 at the Peel Full Gospel Church, Locust Road, Peel, AR from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the North Central Arkansas Food Bank, 14215 AR-5, Norfork, AR 72658 or the Peel Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 51, Peel, AR. 72668
Roller-Burns Funeral Home, Yellville
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8 Condolence(s)
Bob & Debbie Sherman
Saturday, June 1, 2019
We were so saddened when we learned of Jack's passing. He was a great neighbor and generously gave us a proud tour of his "Garage Mahal". Our prayers are with Debbie and all of their family.
Dan and Kathy Watts
Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Deb, Dan and I just heard about Jack. We are so sorry to hear this. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
David Rust
Wednesday, May 29, 2019
I was so saddened to hear of Jack's passing. I am glad to have had him as a friend. What a great guy. My heart goes out to his family, and all the fine people at the Branson Collector Car Auction. I know you will feel his loss.
Scotty Eckstrom
Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Im so sorry to hear that jack has passed , i worked with a d learned a lot from jack , i worked for his dad jim for a lotta years , god bless the Martin family
Jeff & Janet Carloss
Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Our sincere condolences to Debbie and family. We will miss Jack at the track! He is in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen DeBack First Community Bank
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Sending prayers of comfort and support to Deb and the family. I was lucky to know Jack and Deb while working at First Community Bank.
Roger Barrett
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Thoughts and prayers are with your family
Dr. Mike Watrous
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Very sorry to hear of Jack’s sudden death. My condolences,God Bless. Mike.