Tolly Edward Martin, 65, of South Pittsburg was called home on Sunday, January 19. On September 24, 1959, he was born to the late Tolly Martin and Martha Turner Martin. Tolly worked for Tennessee American Water Works as a Heavy Equipment Operator. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, 4-wheelers, being outdoors and grilling. Tolly loved spending time with his family and being a dad. He loved going to South Pittsburg football games and was a friend to everyone.
Tolly is preceded in death by his parents; stepmom, Reta Martin; and brother, Tracy Martin.
Left to cherish his memories are his companion, Alicia Counts; sons, Tolly Trace Martin, Josh Martin, Michael Daniels, Steve Baker, Chris Baker; daughters, Ceilie Counts, Valerie Johnson, Lisa Helms; brother, Kevin (Gina) Martin; sister, Margie (Bobby) Guffey; several grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family members and special friends.
There will be a memorial at a later date. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Tate Funeral Home, LLC, 950 Mel Dixon Lane, Jasper, Tennessee (423) 942-9500. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.tatefh.com.
The Marion Tribune – January 30, 2025