Carl Franklin Martin Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Carl Franklin Martin of Newton, North Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 12, 2026 at the age of 81. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Charlie Martin and Nellie Prue Haynes Martin; and his siblings, Arthur Guy Martin, James Charlie Martin, Jr. and Judy Shook.
He is survived by: his wife Wanda Davis Martin; his children, James Matthew Martin (Bobbie) of Newton, Shawn Crump of Newton, Angela Alfaro (Allan) of Lincolnton and Tamatha Lynn Perkins of Lowell; his siblings, Randy Martin of Claremont, Evelyn Bolick of Maiden, Dorothy Smith of Maiden and Vicky Herron of Maiden; his grandchildren, Laura, Anna, Chelsea, Travis, Korbin and Heather; and his great grandchildren, Kylie, Hunter, Joseph, Paisley and Parker.
