Joe Martin Of Scheller Died At Age 40

Joe Martin, 40, Scheller, died Saturday night at his home. His death is being investigated by the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office.

Mr. Martin was a farmer and a coal miner.

He was born in Jefferson County Aug. 14, 1940, the son of Mervin and Anita (Newbury) Martin.

In 1961 he married Patricia Frick, who survives.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Brayfield Funeral Home in Sesser with the Rev. Clifford Burney officiating.

Burial will follow in the Old Baptist Cemetery near Sesser.

Friends may call after 6 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Besides his wife, survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mervin Martin of Sesser; two sons, Troy and John, both at home; one daughter, Joy at home; one brother, Ernie Martin of Waltonville and one sister, Dorothy Lacey of Waltonville.

Source: Probably the Mount Vernon Register News
Date: Unknown
Submitted by: Cindy Ford
Transcribed By: Ann Evans