of Keiser, AR

June 13, 1944 - October 25, 2024

Butch Martin, 80, a lifelong resident of Keiser passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024. He was born on June 13, 1944 to Ambrose and Birdie Martin. Butch loved his hometown and was a member of the 1st Methodist Church in Keiser. He graduated with a bachelor's and master's in Education from Arkansas State University. Mr. Martin was a principal in the Keiser and Wilson Schools for over 30 years. Butch was a member of the Lions Club and enjoyed fishing, visiting with friends and spending quality time with his grandchildren. Butch is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Shelley Martin; son, Chad (Tiffany) Martin; daughter, Michelle (Rusty) Young; grandchildren, Luke Martin, Luci Young and Lynli Young. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Morris Martin; sisters, Sue Victory, Betty Ward, Ruth Spence and sister-in-law, Billie Martin. A visitation will be held at Roller-Swift Funeral Home on Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The funeral service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Keiser on Monday, November 4, 2024 at 10:00 am, interment at Mississippi County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Swift Funeral Home
Highway 61 South
Osceola, AR  72370
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com