Joseph "Joey" Martin Obituary in Martinsville at Hairston Funeral Home

Obituary For Joseph "Joey" Martin

Joseph “Joey” Lynn Martin, 19, of Court View, Axton, VA, departed this life on Friday, November 8, 2019 at his residence. He was born March 12, 2000 to Marvin Lynn Martin, Sr. and Bonnie Adams Martin. He was a 2018 graduate of Martinsville High School and was an Engineering student at Danville Community College where he was inducted into the Alpha Beta Gamma and Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Societies. Joseph also aspired to attend North Carolina A&T State University.

Joey was a member of Bethel Way Church of Christ, Inc. under the pastorate of Bishop John A. Campbell, Jr. He was a member of the Youth for Christ, Drama, Kitchen and Food Bank Ministries. Joey was diagnosed with seizures at an early age. However, he never let his medical conditions hold him back from setting high goals and achieving them. Joey was truly a gentle giant. He possessed a sweet spirit and was known for his affectionate hugs and kisses. Joey had a gift for working with his hands and loved robotics. In high school, he was a member of the Golf and Baseball teams, MADAWGS Robotics 3258 Team, National Society of Black Engineers, National Honors Society, National Technical Honor Society, National Beta and CHILL Clubs. He also participated in recreational basketball at the Boys and Girls Club of Martinsville.

Joey was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Chief Apostle Joseph H. Adams and Mother Janie H. Adams and his paternal grandparents, Jesse J. Martin and Nannie Kate Martin.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving parents, Marvin Lynn Martin, Sr. and Bonnie Adams Martin of the home; siblings, Marvin L. (Sidney) Martin, Jr. of Greensboro and Marnie` J. Martin of the home; four nieces, Destini Keys, Mariah L. Martin, Malaya L. Martin, Milan L. Martin; godparents, Bishop John A. Campbell, Jr., LaShawn B. Campbell, Robin Gravely; a special aunt, Thennie Dent of Roanoke, VA and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends.

Services will be held on Friday, November 15, 2019, at 12 noon, at Bethel Way Church of Christ, 11560 Mount Cross RD., Danville, VA with Bishop John Campbell, Eulogist. The family will receive friends at the home of his parents, 62 Court View, Axton, VA, daily between the hour of 1 p.m. till 9 p.m.

Hairston Funeral Home is serving the Martin Family.

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Joey will forever hold a place in my heart❤️

Bonnie, Marvin and Family
I wish I could’ve known Joey! I think it was our 10 year class reunion at the cookout when you introduced him to me but then he ran off to play. I asked God for words to comfort you, and this is what He gave me.
There is nothing more devastating Than losing a child It is a hurt beyond measure That far exceeds a thousand miles
You may not think so right now Because your hearts are torn in half But you will be happy again And each of you will again laugh
You will laugh when you think about The funny things that Joey did Things as a young adult And things when he was a kid
In the midst of your pain and sorrow You will one day realize That God makes no mistakes And He will open your eyes
He will show you very clearly And help you to understand That He needed Joey back To fulfill His master plan
I know you want him here But he is in a marvelous place Running through those golden streets With a smile upon his face
So grieve and be sad Then shed tears of joy As you reflect on the memories With your precious baby boy
He is forever safe now In his new heavenly home Keep him alive within your hearts And you will never be alone
I love you Bonnie! I pray peace be with you all!
Lynette Gravely-Campbell

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal! I would like to personally say I’m sorry for your loss and I’m praying with you and for you!
In Christ Service, Julian M. Vaughn

We’re so sorry for your loss!

Bonnie, I so sorry for the loss of your son. I pray that God will wrap His loving arms around you during this difficult time. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.