Willie B. Martin, 78, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away on May 4, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis. Willie B. was born on May 28, 1947, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Willie B. Peeples and Dorothy Martin. He is survived by his children: Charita Martin-Rogers, Willie B. Martin II, Kevin "Tootie" Martin, and Terri Martin, all of Memphis, TN; four grandchildren: Kaya Rogers, Adrian Gentry, Marquise Martin, and Brennan Martin; three great-grandchildren; a host of beloved bonus children, including Iesha Tucker; and two nephews and a niece: Keith Wheeler, Paula Wheeler, and "Mike" Wheeler. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Peggy Wheeler and Carl Peeples. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. at R.S. Lewis & Sons Funeral Home, 374 Vance Avenue, Memphis, TN 38126. Memorial services will follow from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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LaJeune Chattman planted 5 trees in memory of Willie B Martin . - May 06, 2026
Mr. Willie you were my personal inspiration as your caregiver. Now you got your wings,and my condolences to your family🙏
Sending my condolences to you and the family.
Uncle Butch is what I called you and all this time you are my cousin. Thank you for being my uncle. I'll miss stopping by your home, sitting and talking with you. You will be truly missed.
My Condolences to you & your family. 🙏🏽
Rest in peace my favorite brother-in-law. Your memory will always be cherished.
Sending prayers and love to the family
Sending my thoughts, prayers, and love to you and your family.
Sending my prayers and condolences to the entire family. Uncle Jake you will truly be missed.
Love you love you lots old man really going to miss them father n son days
Rest in power and in love, Daddy Butch.
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