of Paris, AR
December 12, 1933 - October 14, 2019
Gerald T. "Jerry" Martin, 85 of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Monday, October 14, 2019 in Paris. He was born on December 12, 1933 in Paris to his parents, Joe and Marie (Seifert) Martin. He worked as a self employed plumber, electrician and heating and air technician. Jerry served on the Paris Volunteer Fire Department for over 37 years, was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Men's Club and always enjoyed gardening.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Marie (Seifert) Martin; his first wife, Anna Martin and his son, John Martin.
He is survived by his wife, Mary F. Martin of Paris; five daughters, Monica Sharum (John) of Alma, Pat Pelton of Conway, Dorothy Austin (Ron) of Florida, Kathy Hill (Brent) of Frisco, Texas and Margie Link (Randy) of Russellville; two sons, Tommy Martin of Alabama and Raymond Martin of Ozark; three step daughters, Cheryl Peters (Andy) of Greenbrier, Carolyn Moore of Paris and Mary Kaye Baker (Alex) of North Little Rock; two step sons, Gary Berry of Paris and Kevin Berry (Kecia) of Ozark; three sisters, Mary Stehle of Paris, Barbara Zeiler of Paris and Millie Wewers of Bentonville; 20 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren.
A memorial rosary will be held at 6:30 p.m. with a visitation to follow, on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris.
A memorial mass will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris officiated by Fr. Eugene Luke, O.S.B.. Burial of cremated remains will be held at a later date in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Honorary pallbearers will be Harold "PeeWee" Schluterman, Brett Sullivan, Gary Eveld, Rick Eckelhoff, James Nehus and the Paris Volunteer Fire Department.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the St. Joseph Catholic School, 15 S. Spruce St., Paris, AR 72855.
I am just now reading of Mr. Martin's passing. I remember that my parents would always call Mr. Martin when they needed an appliance or AC/Heat fixed. They trusted that he would do things right. He has left a wonderful legacy in his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. I think that he is a testament to a life well-lived. My deepest condolences and prayers to his family, especially Monica with whom I went to school for many years.
Mary Berry Martin So Sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family.
I am sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Martin. He was a kind man and a great friend of my dads (George). May God give you strength and comfort at this time.
Rip...My good friend, you lived a good and honorable life
My sympathies to your wife and family members.
The Lord has you now.
Sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing.
Jerry was a hard working honest man. Together he and Ann raised a good family. Instilled in them a good work ethic.
Jerry helped me numerous times after hours, on weekends, and holidays. Always could count on Jerry.
Rest In Peace Jerry. You ran a great race.
What a great guy!! He was so kind and always had a smile on his face. He will be missed. Prayers for his family.
He will be missed.
Pattie
Rip Jerry so sorry God Bless your family
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Jerry was a good friend to my family and will greatly missed.
Jerry was a great Family Friend always helped My Folks our will be missed by many people in Paris.
God bless the family and prayers for all
Neal and Tammy Wade
Our prayers are with you. God bless.
Prayers for all the family.
When I worked at Dari he was one of my favorite customers, he always had a smile and a remark for us.
You will be missed.
Prayers for each of Jerry's family! So sorry for your loss. Jerry was such a character. When we own Dari he keep us running. He was always there anytime we called him. We appreciated all of his services. Of course we had to listen to him complain! But he was a fine man and will be missed by many!
Sad to hear of Jerry’s passing . I worked with Jerry for many years at Adams . He was well known around Paris and could fix about anything from a/c to plumbing . He will be missed . Prayers for the family he will be missed
My family's relationship with Jerry goes back many years. My memories begin when he worked with my Dad at Arkansas Western Gas Co. During that time Jerry and my Dad became good friends. So much so that Jerry was the only non-family member who we asked to be a pallbearer at Dad's funeral. He was always good to Mom and Dad. Whenever he was needed for a repair problem, he was at the house in no time. You never had to wonder what Jerry thought about something! He wasn't bashful about expressing his opinions!!! To that my Dad would say, "When God made Jerry, He broke the mold!" To the family, I ask you to accept my heartfelt and sincere sympathy.