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Howard Martin

06/28/1957 - 10/31/2022

Obituary For Howard Martin

Howard Martin, 65, of Eden, NC passed October 31, 2022. Public viewing will be held from 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Saturday, November 5, 2022 at Perry Spencer Funeral Home, Eden, NC. The family will receive friends, from 1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., Sunday, November 6, 2022 at Perry Spencer Funeral Home, Eden, NC with the funeral service beginning at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in the Hamlin Cemetery, Eden, NC.

Howard Jerome Martin of Eden, NC departed this life on October 31, 2022, quietly at his home. He was born June 28, 1957, to the late Willie Jean Murphy and Annie Daye Blackstock.

He worked at Rockingham County Schools for 25 plus years and retired in 2019. He graduated in 1975 from Morehead High School, Eden, NC. Howard was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, protector and friend. Howard loved to spoil and spend time with his grandchildren. He also had a love for different car and trucks. He enjoyed listening to his “old Skool” music and playing spades with his Blue Creek family.

He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Meondre Dillard, brother, Ricky Lee Martin and sister, Annie Dejournette.

He leaves to cherish the special memories and footsteps of his life. His loving wife of 34 years; Sharon Martin, his children; Howard, Jr. (Shenicka), Webster Scales, Gladys Martin-Valentine (Rontrel), LaToya Dillard and Courtney Dillard. Grandchildren: Te’vion, Que’Shyne, Kobe, Honor, Havan, Harlen, Havannah, Halo, Zae, Jy’Myre, Rhylen, Ki’ar, Khari, Keshawn. Brothers; George Martin and Victor Boradnax (Tinelle) both of Eden, NC, his twin sister and best friends; Hazel Martin, Rev. Marcella Dickerson, Vickie Paterson (Walter), all of Eden, NC, Hilda Smith of Greensboro, NC, Sophia Diane Moyer of Charlotte, NC. Aunts; Mazie Murphy of Axton, VA and Marjorie Moyer of Eden, NC. brother-in-law; Herbert Scales of Greensboro, NC, sister-in-law; Hazel Dillard of Greensboro, NC, as well as a host of nieces, nephews and special friends, Michael Artis, Wayne Artis, long time neighbor, Jimmy Watkins.


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Mr Howard was an awesome friend. We worked together at Douglas elementary for many years. I loved his funny stories and how he was such a joy to ALWAYS be around. You will be greatly missed buddy!! Go rest high on that mountain...my deepest condolences to his family. Hava Peters

Love you Uncle Howard RIP Booby,Kim,Peaçhes,Teeisha and Kanesha.We will miss you

Howard was a brother that you couldn't help but love .He came around then he was gone .,but you knew he was always there for his family friends and anyone the he met.Rest my brother gone but your memory will.never due.love you brother Sophia Martin RIP my brother.

Miss your kind smile and laughter. You and Johnny in heaven together so soon. Unbelievable. Much love to the Martin family.--Lauretta Nunley Keen and Family

I worked with Howard for years and he was a pure joy to work with and talk to. He was always happy and fun to be around. He will be missed! Avis Minter

I went to school with Howard,and I am so very sorry for your loss. Howard was always a good friend to everyone and always kind. Praying for peace and comfort for his family & loved ones.

Sending prayers to the family Howard was a classmate of mine.

My thoughts. And prayers are with all of the family

I know you are in heaven, walking the streets of gold Mr.Howard! You sure will be missed by all southern finishing. We thank you for all you did while working with us! You will be truly missed! Rest easy Mr. Howard - your southern finishing Friends & company!

Condolences to the Martin Family- I worked with Howard at Douglass Elementary-he was such a hard-working fun-loving curator-he interacted well with everyone- children as well as adults- Continue to REST in the fullness of joy-you will be missed!

Sorry for our great loss,May God continue to strengthen family and friends, Gone but not forgotten.Agape Love.

Uncle Howard was a quiet uncle.He loved his family. I must say this was a shock to our family.. To all my family, I love you all.. Life is short... Treasure every moment!!!!

Howard was a kind gentle soul he worked with me at southern finishing he would come in everyday with a smile no matter what ... he would make my day just speaking to him ❤️ He will be greatly missed my condolences to his family ! Prayers are with you!🙏

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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