Michael (Mike) Martin, age 71 of Western Grove, Arkansas passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025.

The son of Binam and Velma (Flud) Martin was born on September 2, 1953 in Kansas City, MO and raised in Mt. Judea, AR. Mike married the love of his life for over 50 years, Evelyn (Bolin) on March 31, 1972. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Ramona (Cookie) Gay, and two brothers, Rex Martin and Jack Martin.

Mike was a beloved member of White Oak Church and had a heart to serve the lord. It didn't matter where he was, he would tell you about his Jesus. He loved to play his guitar and sing in church.

Mike is survived by his children, Michael Martin and April (Joey) Weatherly. His grandkids, Wes Phillips, Brent (Megan) Martin, Derek (Brooklyn) Martin, Justin Martin, Matthew Martin, Ben Tramell, Emma Weatherly and Olivia Weatherly. His great grandchildren, Kayelynn Martin, Colter Martin, Charlie Cook, Paisley Martin, Aveah Martin, Waylon Martin, Ellis Martin, Milo Martin, Cayson (Newt) Martin, Annabelle Martin, Maddie Martin, Luke Phillips and Phoebe Phillips. His siblings, Lisa (Rodney) O'Neal, Morna (Ricky) Stone, Buck (Jane) Martin, and Stella (David) Maberry; a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and extended relatives and many friends.

Visitation will be at Coffman Funeral Home in Harrison on Thursday, July 10, 2025 from 6 PM to 8 PM.

The funeral will be at Coffman Funeral Home on Friday, July 11 at 1:00 PM with Leo Dye officiating. Burial will follow at Smith Cemetery in Vendor.

Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Brent Martin, Derek Martin, Matthew Martin, Wes Phillips, Justin Martin and Ben Tramell.

Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Kevin Jackson and Joey Weatherly.

Special thanks to the nurses and doctors at NARMC ER, the doctors and nurses at Mercy Springfield and the nurses and doctors at Highland Court Health and Rehab in Marshall, AR.