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.
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11 Condolence(s)
Mike and Ozella Warhurst
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Butch always gentleman and kind person. We know he will be missed.
Cheryl Smith Cleaves
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
My condolences to the Martin family and the entire Keiser community. He loved his family, Keiser, and Keiser schools. And, we all loved him! Words cannot describe the contributions he has made and the inspiration he has given to so many in his earthly life.
Bruce VanVickle
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
RIP Butch, thanks for being a great person, teacher and friend
Melody Jarrett
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
A person of honor loved by his school and town.Kind and joyful. I am grateful for the years knowing him. His community and students have been blessed.
Steve & Charlotte Wicks
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Chad,
So sorry to read about your father’s death. He sounded like a very nice man who enjoyed life and his family. We will be praying for you in the future as adjusting to life without someone you truly care about is quite difficult.
Judy Ellis
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Shelley, I am so sorry to hear about Butch. Many years of friendship with you both and knowing how much love you shared. He was truly a fine man with a precious heart. What a wonderful Guardian Angel for you! Love and prayers!
Elaine Williams
Monday, October 28, 2024
Prayers and condolences for the family of Butch Martin! He was a very special person and I loved having him as my principal for many years and a friend.
Tara Arnold
Monday, October 28, 2024
Condolences and prayers to the entire family!! May God comfort during thisntimenof grief!
Linda Warhurst
Monday, October 28, 2024
He was such a special person. Loved him as a teacher and a friend
Vaughn & Shirley Blue
Monday, October 28, 2024
Shelli, Michelle, Chad & rest of family, you've lost a great man. Shirley & I had the upmost respect for Mr. Martin during our time in Wilson. We are praying for you to be comforted by the best & only source of comfort...God Himself.
Shawn Chafin
Monday, October 28, 2024
What a great man we've lost. I remember him from 55 years ago and he was one of the nicest people I've known. Prayers to the family.