Jack Thurman Martin

April 21, 1970 - February 21, 2021

 

Jack Thurman Martin, 50, of Portsmouth lost his battle with cancer Sunday, February 21, 2021 in Chipley, Florida.  

 

He was born April 21, 1970 in Portsmouth, Ohio; son of the late Ronald and Freda Sizemore Martin.

 

He is survived by three brothers; Jimmey Martin of Minford, Steve Martin (Sarah Smith) of Minford, Tom (Tami) Martin of Minford; Five nieces:  Kristin, Stephanie, Jaclyn, Kelli, Hannah and two nephews:  Cody and Noah; along with several aunts, uncles, cousins, great nieces and nephews.  He also had many friends in Florida where he resided. 

 

In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by two aunts:  Marilee Thomas, Sue Lutz and one great nephew, Maddox Lore. 

 

Jack enjoyed riding motocycles and lived life to the fullest.  He will be missed by all who knew him.

 

Jack proudly served his country in the US Army during Desert Storm.

 

A private memorial will be held Sunday, March 7, 2021 at Harrison Township Cemetery.