James Edward Martin, 74, devoted husband of 56 years to Jean McAdams Martin, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 30, 2021.
Born in Greenville, SC, he was a son of the late James and Dorothea Montee Falls Martin.
James was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church and Pastor's Sunday School Class. He served in the United States Army. He enjoyed building houses. He was an amazing son, brother, husband, dad, "Papa", uncle, cousin and friend.
In addition to his loving wife, Jean, his memory lives on with his wonderful son, Alan Martin and his wife, Tiffany, and their children, Jenna and Jocelyn; granddaughter, Courtney Cox and husband, Brad, and their son, Dawson; granddaughter, Hailey Martin; two sisters, Montee Carper and Eunice Hannon; brother, Warren Martin; and numerous other loved ones.
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his beloved son, Brian Martin; and brother, Eddie Martin.
Although no formal Receiving of Friends will be held, friends may pay their respects Tuesday, February 2, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest. A public visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 from 12:30 p.m. until 1:45 p.m. at Rock Springs Baptist Church with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel. Entombment will follow at Robinson Memorial Gardens. Those in attendance are asked to wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines.
Memorials may be made to Rock Springs Baptist Church, 201 Rock Springs Road, Easley, SC, 29642 or Cancer Society of Greenville, 113 Mills Ave., Greenville SC, 29607.
Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.