Willie Martin

Born in Centerville, Tennessee on March 2, 1927

Departed on May 12, 2020 and resided in Nashville, Tennessee

Willie Delma Martin- 93 passed away May 12, 2020.
He was a proud Southern Baptist and a member of Forest Hills Baptist Church. He was also a veteran of World War II and lifelong Shriner, receiving his 50 year pin about 15 years ago. He was well read, had a good sense of humor and loved children. He persevered and had a great positive attitude despite many physical limitations in later life. He had a big tender heart. He and his wife, Virginia, have the proud legacy of being married 71 years, before her death in 2016. He was devoted to her care as she was sick most of their marriage.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Andy Clifton Martin and Eva Arkansas Martin; 6 sisters; 2 brothers. He is survived by his daughter Shelia Martin.
In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Shriner's Hospital for children ( https://www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org/shc/donate ) or The Alzheimer's association ( https://act.alz.org/site/Donation ).
A Private Graveside service will be held by the family.
Harpeth Hills Funeral Home, 9090 Hwy 100, Nashville, TN, 37221, 615-646-9292, harpethhills.com