Jimmy Conrad Martin
July 10, 1949 ~ June 20, 2019
Jimmy Conrad Martin, age 69, of Palestine, arrived at his heavenly home on Thursday, the 20th day of June, 2019. Jimmy was born on the 10th day of July, 1949, in Palestine, Texas, to Raymond Martin and Phyllis Kersh Martin.
Jimmy was in the United States Navy and proudly served on the USS Enterprise from 1968 to 1973. After returning home, he worked in the Oil Field, and then retired from Vulcraft in Grapeland after 30 plus years.
Jimmy was a devoted member of Memory Lane Missionary Baptist Church where he was a member of the choir, participated in the Saintly Seniors, Men's Fellowship, Vacation Bible School, and taught Sunday school classes.
He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Phyllis Martin.
Jimmy was survived by his loving wife Jaunice Gail Martin; daughters, Angel Credille and husband David, Monica Till and husband Donnie; son, Chuck Cleveland and wife Jeri; brother, Marlin Martin and wife Jackie; sister, Wanda Vickery and husband Sam; little sister, Frances Poinsett and husband Bob; grandchildren, Jake Ramsey and wife Evelyn, Jaci Cleveland, Carli Cleveland, Hobie Credille and wife Shelby, and Hailey Goodell and husband Ben; one great grandchild, Raelee; grand cat, Callie Till; and a host of family and friends.
Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from five o'clock until seven o'clock in the evening on Saturday, the 22nd day of June, 2019 at Rhone Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Jimmy Martin will be conducted at two o'clock in the afternoon on Sunday, the 23rd day of June, 2019 in the Rhone Memorial Chapel with Bro. Wesley Veazey officiating. Interment will follow in Land of Memory Cemetery.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers are David Thompson, Skip Elrod, Russell McSwane, David Reed, Richard Vickery, and Greg Vickery.
In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contributions in Jimmy's memory can be directed towards Memory Lane Missionary Baptist Church Building Fund, 2213 Crockett Road, Palestine, Texas 75801.
Funeral services for Jimmy Conrad Martin are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas.
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Jimmy was a great person that always made me laugh! RIP my friend, you will be missed but not forgotten!
Mrs. Wanda, I am so sorry…. Praying for you and family… Love y’all and Miss y’all…. Rest in Peace ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜‡ðŸ˜‡ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ’”💔
A Spathiphyllum was ordered on June 21, 2019
Prayers for the family.
Jimmy was a good friend and classmate ,he will be missed .Prayers for the familyÂ
A Sentimental Thoughts was ordered on June 22, 2019
Gail, we are so sorry for you loss. Jimmy was a great guy and such a joy to work with. God bless each and everyone
Bruce and Teresa Collins
Jimmy was one of my favorite friends, his wit & helpfulness will surely be missed. His service to Memory Lane , this country & his family shall live on in my heart. One day we’ll see you again .
Jimmy Martin was my friend for almost 40 years. Our relationship began as business associates but soon he was no longer a customer but a kind and caring friend. His dry humor and wit was very endearing after you got to know him. To be honest I was very intimidated at first but quickly realized he gave the hardest time to those he cared most about. It was a friendship I enjoyed and I’ll remember Jimmy fondly forever. His retirement from Vulcraft was a bittersweet day because I realized we wouldn’t see each other as often but I was happy to know he would get to relax and be with those he loved. To his wife Gail I’d like you to know that Jimmy never failed to mention you and your family when we were together. It was very obvious how much he loved you all.
Rest in peace Jimmy you rascal. I thank our God for the promise that we will meet again some day old friend. I love you brother.
To the family of Mr. Martin, please accept our condolences for the loss of your loved one. We know there are no words to express the grief you must feel. Please know that very soon those tears of grief will be replaced with tears of joy as you welcome back your loved one in the resurrection. We hope these words bring a measure of hope.Â
Gail, I’m so sorry to hear about Jimmy. I loved working with him at the plant. He always kept me laughing and was a great friend. I’ll keep you and your family in our prayers.