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Julia ‘Liz’ Martin passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, October 15th, 2023. She was surrounded by family and love.
Born in North Carolina on December 6th, 1926, preceded in death by her husband, E.R. ‘Bob’ Martin, sisters, Charlie Anna Eury, and Mary Lois Hodge.
Liz is survived by her daughter Julie Schell, step-son E.R. ‘Bobby’ Martin, brother John Frank Roberts, four grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.
Bob spent 20 years of active duty in the United States Army and the two of them shared postings in several parts of the U.S. and took two tours of duty in Europe in the early and mid-1950’s. With Bob’s last posting at Ft. Clayton in the Canal Zone, they stayed on, employed by the Panama Canal Co. after retiring from the Army. Liz was a Registered Nurse who worked hospital work everywhere they were stationed. While in Panama she was able to enjoy many interests; she was an avid photographer; she took her shell collecting to an almost OCD level; discovered painting and became an accomplished artist. Her greatest passion was light tackle blue water fishing and placed highly in many tournaments.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Lorna McConnell - Friend
October 17, 2023, 12:35 am
So sorry to read of your Mother’s passing. May your memories be a blessing!
Judy Sickles - Friend
October 20, 2023, 8:23 am
So sorry for your loss Julie. She sounds like an amazing women and had a great life. Your family is fortunate to have her for such a long time. You will always have memories of her in your hearts. Love and prayers for you and your family during this time