David Gerone Martin, Jr.

     David Gerone Martin, Jr., 76, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday,  November 26, 2025 at his home with loving family at his bedside.

     He was born March 25, 1949 in Chelsea, Massachusetts, the son of David Gerone Martin, Sr. and Lillie Bridgeman Martin. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his son, Bradley “Brad” Martin; grandson, Coby Martin; and sister, Linda Robinette.

     David is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Dorothy Martin; daughters, April Martin, Connie Phipps, and Ulene Latham (Chris); grandchildren, Ashley Martin, Vincent Morrison, Anthony Morrison, Kalani Martin, Emmalee Ward, Gavin Latham, Brittany Rousseau (Steven), Matthew Latham (Emory), and Lilyanna Crane; great grandchildren, Ray and Vallen; brother, Marshall Martin; sisters, Deborah Savage (Jesse) and Ruth Martin; many nieces and nephews.

     David served his country proudly in the US Navy. He retired from Corning, Inc. after working for 23 years. David was a faithful member of Northside Church where prior to his illness he participated in many church projects.

     David lived a full life – played Santa for many years and was a fabulous Elvis impersonator in addition to being a great husband, dad, granddad, brother, and friend.      David will be missed by his family and many friends. He loved his Lord and Savior and lived his life with trust and faith through all the many years of unwell health. He never gave up of being healed and he is finally healed, at the feet of Jesus.

     The family would like to extend a special thank you to the CNA's and Hospice staff that worked so diligently taking care of David and giving our family support.  

     The family will receive friends at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at Northside Church with memorial service beginning at 3:00 p.m.  Pastor Rob Strickland will conduct the service.

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    A service of Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel.

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