Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Psalms 116:15

Weep not for me though I have gone into that gentle night Grieve if you will, but not for long. Upon my soul’s sweet fight, I am at peace. My soul is at rest. There is no need for tears. For with your love I was so blessed for all those many years. And there is no pain, I suffer not, the fear is now all gone, put now these things out of your thoughts. In your memory I loved. Remember no my fight for breath; remember not the strife, please do not dwell upon my death but celebrate my life.

Mother Elaine “Gram” Martin was born on February 6, 1950 in Atmore, Alabama to the late Arthur Frye and Lizzie Mae Hill. She took her flight on June 9, to receive her heavenly reward. Mother Martin was preceded in death by her parents and sister Juanita Hill Bell.

Those who will forever cherish the memories of Mother Martin: three sons: Michael Martin, Frederick (Gwen) Martin and Kedrick (Latisha) Martin; three daughters Shanta Bowen, Harlisha Martin and Shakella Martin; brothers; Joe Richard (Bessie Mae) Hill, Roger (Irma) Martin, Randy ( Angela) Martin; sisters: Barbara Ann (Herman) Williams and Geraldine Brown; Gram’s legacy of love includes 20 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; one special Godson, Kenneth (Melissa) Johnson; one devoted nephew, Roger “Snap”(Sandra) Martin; a lifelong friend, Emilie Mims Woods and a host of loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends.