Lewis L. Martin, 79, of 604 Fifth St., Martinsville, VA departed from this life Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at Sovah Health- Martinsville, VA. Born March 26, 1943, in Virginia, he was the son of the late William Martin and Magdalene Whittico Martin.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two brothers, Steve Martin and Eugene Martin.

Lewis was a member of Mt. Sinai Apostle Church, a member of Men's RoundTable Club and a member of the Zoning Board for the City of Martinsville, VA. He retired from E.I. Dupont after 28 years of service as Lead Person Operator and Type 29 Spinning. Lewis also retired from Hairston Funeral Home as Past President with 63 years of service.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of the home, Norma H. Martin, one daughter, Keisha Hardy of New Jersey; two grandchildren, Skyla Martin and Levi Martin both of Martinsville, VA; two sisters, Sylvia Martin of York, PA; and Margaret Martin of Martinsville, VA; and nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

The funeral will be held on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at 12 Noon at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel with Bishop James C. Richardson, Jr., Eulogist. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens. A public viewing will be held Friday, October 14,2022, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. The family will receive friends at the residence on Thursday, October 13, 2022, and Friday, October 14, 2022, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.at 604 Fifth St., Martinsville, VA. In accordance with the CDC guidelines, a face covering, and social distancing is required.

Arrangements entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home.