Retired Navel Master Chief Petty Officer, Harold Marcus Martin, 77, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017. He was born June 4, 1939 in Nash County to the late Marcus and Effie Lilley Martin. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by three sisters and a brother-in-law, James Joyner.

He lis survived by his wife, Betty Martin; brother, George Martin(Janet) and a sister, Deborah Joyner and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at Cornerstone Funeral Home with a visitation one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Spring Hope Church of God 703 E. Nash St. Spring Hope, NC 27882.

Arrangements by Cornerstone Funeral Home in Nashville.