Jimmy Dale Martin

Funeral services for Jimmy Dale Martin, of Paris, Texas, were held at 2 p.m. Feb. 22, 2023 at Miller & Miller Funeral Home Chapel. Jimmy passed away Feb. 18, 2023, at the age of 76.

Jimmy Dale Martin was born on July 31, 1946 in Hugo, Okla., the son of James Walter Martin and Leona May (Record) Martin. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Dewayne Martin; brothers: Melvin Martin and Weldon Martin; sisters: Tommie Martin, Margie Martin and Wanda Martin.

Jimmy spent most of his life in the Hugo area, later moving to the Paris area. He honorably served his country for 22 years as a member of The Army National Guard. Jimmy also worked for the Campbell Soup Supply Company in Paris, Texas, for 28 years. In Jimmy’s spare time, he loved to watch the OU football team play and taking his favorite dog Jr. on rides in his red pickup truck that he loved so dearly. Jimmy was a loving and hardworking man. Spending time with his family and especially with his granddaughters, Londyn and Harper, was truly the greatest joy in his life. Jimmy will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Jimmy is survived by his sons: Bobby Martin and Joey Martin and wife; daughter, Sherry Martin; two granddaughters; and sister, Jenny Sue Dillinger; along with a host of other friends, family and loved ones.

Interment followed the service at Springs Chapel Cemetery, under the direction of Miller & Miller Funeral Home.