Sammy Lee Martin, age 69

Sammy Lee Martin, age 69, of Ellenboro, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024.

Sammy was born October 4, 1955 in Cleveland County to the late Roy Martin and Ruby Murray Martin. He was a graduate of Shelby High School, and also attended Nashville Diesel School. He worked at Freightliner Manufacturing for 34 years before retirement. Sammy was a member of Campfield Memorial Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ralph Griffin and sisters, Sandra Forbes and Susan Smith.

Those left to treasure his memory include his wife of 41 years, Janice Smith Martin; daughter, Holly Shires of Ellenboro; grandchildren, Jordan Crawley and Chase Arrowood; in-laws, Charles and Peggy Smith of Ellenboro; brothers-in-law, Ricky Smith (Betty) of Ellenboro, Jack Forbes (Sharon) of Kings Mountain; several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service was held October 16 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jack Forbes and Rev. Mike Gettys officiating.

Memorial donations requested to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 335, Forest City, NC 28043.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.