Reverend Lessie Mae Martin a native of New Bern was called to rest on March 22, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.

A Graveside service will be held Saturday, March 29, 2024 in Georgia,

She is survived by her son, Ira Pender, South Fallsburg, NY; sister, Ethel Martin, River Bend, NC and brother, Isaac Martin, Georgia; grand and great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.