of Little Rock, AR
September 16, 1932 - November 13, 2023
Frances Emogene Martin, 91, of Little Rock, AR went to be with our Lord and Savior in heaven on November 13th, 2023 at UAMS Hospital in Little Rock. Best known to all by Emogene or "Aunt Gene". Emogene was born on September 16th, 1932 to John A Hughes and Lola Henderson Hughes in Murfreesboro, AR.
After Emogene graduated valedictorian from Murfreesboro High School, she went on to a career at Southwestern Bell and retired after many years. She married the love of her life, James William Martin in 1948. She was a faithful member of Pleasant Valley Church of Christ for many years and enjoyed attending any social dinner she could.
Emogene was preceded in death by her husband of 54 wonderful years; two brothers, James Leslie Hughes (Irene) of Murfreesboro, AR, Grady Faye Hughes (Frances Evelyn) of San Antonio, TX; one sister, Mary Janell Hughes Neighbors (Pope) of Dallas, TX; one nephew, Micheal Hughes of San Antonio, TX and one great-nephew, John Rowland.
She is survived by nieces, Dottie Faye Rowland (Robert) of Knippa, TX, Frances Hughes Lee (Joey) of Murfreesboro, AR, Deborah Hughes Harrison (Scott) of Nashville, TN and Sara Neighbors Boyd (Gene) of Spring Branch, TX; nephews, Patrick Hughes (Lay) of Uvalde, TX, Frank Hughes (Betty) of Murfreesboro, AR, Tom Neighbors (Linda) of Dallas, TX and Fritz Hughes of Murfreesboro, AR; lots of special great nephews and nieces, James Micah Hughes (Reanna, child Myree), Joshua Alan Hughes and Halee Hughes (children Skye, Khloee and Eli), Wendi Hughes McDonald (Jason and children Kinleigh and Landen), Neal Hughes (child Alex), Holly Hughes Mayo (Keith and children Knox and Lucie), Maria White (Phillip and children, Priscilla, Andrew, Samuel and Benjamin), Leslie Allen King (Lena, sons Lane and Harley), Larry "Buddy" Adams, Robert Percy Rowland, Beth Roland Stone; brother-in-law, Bob Martin and many more that were not listed but loved.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Neal Hughes, Andrew White, Samuel White, Benjamin White and Jason McDonald. Pallbearers will be James Micah Hughes, Joshua Allen Hughes, Leslie Allen King, Keith Mayo, Phillip White and Joey Lee.
Visitation will be held at Pleasant Valley Church of Christ in Little Rock, AR on November 18th, 2023 from 10 am to 11 am and services from 11am to 12pm officiated by Nick Hamilton, followed by a graveside service at Brocktown Cemetery near Murfreesboro, AR at 3 pm the same day, officiated by Roger Cox.
The family requests flowers and/or donations be made to either Pleasant Valley Church of Christ (Little Rock), Saline Church of Christ (Murfreesboro, AR) or the Leukemia Foundation.
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5 Condolence(s)
Lucy Fern Dossey Younger
Saturday, November 18, 2023
Emogene and I grew up together from early childhood.
We went to church at Saline church of Christ for many and to Murfreesboro schools until I graduated in 1949.
We could continue to stay close friends.
She was one of a kind, a servant , hostess and an example of a Christian woman.
I'll miss her here on earth, but a god will keep her safe now.
Jim Gonzalez
Thursday, November 16, 2023
My family had the privilege and blessing of living next door to James and Imogene from 1986-2021. They were more than neighbors, but family. James and Imogene watched and helped us raise a family over the years and provided a set of friends for our children in Hallee, Micah, and Josh.
Along with our other long term neighbor, Dale Leggett, on the other side of our home, I cannot think of a better place to raise our children.
Even in Imogene's later years, when she was using a walker, she was always willing to help with my wife's health situation. She never stopped trying to help in any way she could.
I have no doubt she was a Believer and her place with our Lord Jesus Christ is secure in His Body.
God Bless James and Imogene. You will be missed for now.
CAROLYN GARNER
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
We have known James and Emogene for 54 years beginning with the Potter Street Church, then at the Pleasant Valley congregation. They were always serving others including their family members. It was always a joy being in their home. Over the years, we shared many wonderful memories. Her 39 years with Southwestern Bell in their HR department showed her work ethic and her abilities as a people person. We all will miss her, but know she is having a sweet reunion with James. She was so thankful for any kind deed shown her over these last years.
Jim Ashley
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
We are so saddened to hear of her passing. Fritz, please allow the Lord to wrap his arms around you and comfort you. She is finally resting in Heaven.
Jim & Barbara Ashley
Jerry & Christina Burchfield
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
She and James were the perfect examples of Christian living in every way; following the Lord in action and in deed. Emogene was most appreciative of whatever good deed someone brought her way; any food was "the best she ever ate", every gift was "the most beautiful she'd ever seen". I know she and James loved their families (and extended families) dearly and provided for them whenever there was a need.