Bertha Lene Martin Obituary
We announce the death of Bertha Lene Martin of Gainesville, Georgia, who passed away on July 12, 2026, at the age of 90. Bertha will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Cuba A. Martin; her parents, William Toy Harris and Annie Mae Harris; and her siblings, Ada Bones of New York, NY, Eddie Harris of Pasadena, CA, Mary Emma Welch of Gainesville, GA, Thelma Samuels of New York, NY and Bobby Harris of Gainesville, GA.
She is survived by: her sister Margaret N. Putman of Boston, MA; her children, Diane Hood, Mallorie Chaplin, Priscilla Martin, Olivia Martin, Vanessa Martin, Cuba Martin and Keith Martin; and her grandchildren, Sammy, Efrin, Cammron, LaShanda, Paris, Martaya, Taris, Marcus, Corey, Isaiah, Warnisha, Suedonna, Helena, Cuba Jr., Rayshanda, Shemere, Keith Jr. and Jasmine. She is also survived by 57 great-grandchildren, 7 great great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family.
