Gary L. Martin of Dexter, MO passed away on September 3, 2021 at the age of 79. Gary was born on November 2, 1941 to Russell and Hazel Martin (formerly of Dexter MO). He graduated from Dexter High School in 1959. He was joined in marriage to Wanda Wilson on June 1, 1962 a marriage that lasted 50 years until her death in 2012.

Being a dad to Cheryl Boyd, Andrea (Mike) Cramblitt, Kendra (Scott) Terrill, and Aiden (Robin) Martin was one of the greatest joys of his life. Second only to being a grandfather to Allan Cramblitt and Gavin Terrill and passing on his love for the Farm, fishing, model helicopters, planes and trains of all sizes.

Gary has been a member of Sadler Chapel Church, participated in Future Farmers of America and the Young Farmers. A life-long farmer and jack of all trades in welding, construction, equipment operator, etc... Spending time with youth was a favorite pastime. He is much loved by nieces, nephews, and the Sadler youth, whom he would drive anywhere and entertain with the many aspects of farm life.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents, wife Wanda, daughter Cheryl, granddaughter Aerial and several beloved aunts, uncles, cousins and in-laws.

At the request of the family, memorials can be sent to 18 Fore Life, c/o Scott Kruse, 705 Laurie Circle, Dexter, MO 63841

A graveside service was held in the Dexter Cemetery on Sunday, September 5, 2021.