Katherine Martin Obituary
We bid farewell to Katherine Martin (Hodges, South Carolina), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 10, 2026 at the age of 96. Katherine touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Katherine Martin to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Kate Richburg and Ben Martin (Fee); her siblings, Hayes, Ben, Bob and Jim; and her husband Lester.
She is survived by: her children, Les (Diane) of Tuscaloosa, AL, Jim (Suzie) of Greenwood and Kay Valaoras (Nick) of Charlotte, NC.; her grandchildren, Ben (Kelly), Matt Martin (Courtney), George and Kate Valaoras; her great grandchildren, Ann Pearce, Hudson, Frances, Hayes and Ben Martin; her sister Flossie Martin West of Miramar Beach, FL; her sister-in-law June Martin of Brewton; and her family, Sarah Christian, Ella Cooke, Nicole Bridges, Valerie Moore, Shirley Turner and Wanda Grant. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont, 408 W. Alexander Ave., Greenwood, SC 29646.
