George Lee Martin

George Lee Martin, 85, of Axton, passed away Friday, September 10, 2021 at SOVAH Health of Martinsville. He was born November 13, 1935 in Martinsville, to the late Austin Martin and Essie Martin Martin.

He had been employed as a Security Guard; and was a member of Mayo Baptist Church. He enjoyed baseball, was a fan of the New York Yankees, and enjoyed vacations with his family. He was a very humble and kind man, a great husband, and father, and lived a Christian life.

Mr. Martin is survived by his wife of 58 years, Doris Wilson Martin; daughter, Marchelle Vass (George Michael); son, George Martin, II (Sharon); sisters, Sheila Martin, Linda Trent and Bertha Joyce; brothers, Alfred and Steve Martin; granddaughter, Brandee Mullins; and great-grandson, Renley Scott Mullins.

The funeral will be Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at 11:00 AM, at Wright Funeral Service Chapel, with Minister Todd Barnes officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow the service at Roselawn Burial Park.

Wright Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.wrightfuneralservices.net