James I. Martin Obituary
We bid farewell to James I. Martin of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 9, 2025 at the age of 83. James 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 James I. Martin to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Dick Martin and Thelma Martin (Schaeffer); and his brothers, Sam and Tom. He is survived by: his wife Roberta Martin (Bobbie) of Myrtle Beach, SC.; his sister Judith McBride (Ronnie) of Greenville; his children, Lisa Kettlehake (David) of Dublin, OH, Tammy Suter (John) of Herndon, VA and Jay Martin of Myrtle Beach, SC; and his grandchildren, Jason Martin, Nicole Diehm, Jordan Loxley, Jenna Greer, Aaron Kettlehake, Ian Kettlehake, Sarah Suter, Anne Martin, Charlie Suter and Tristan Martin. He is also survived by 8 great-grandchildren and a niece and nephew.
Visitation will be held on Friday, June 27th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home (1499 N Broadway St, Greenville, OH 45331). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, June 27th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial Contributions be given to the Greenville Rotary Club Scholarship Fund.
