Jerry Lynn Martin, age 76 of Rural Retreat VA, passed away Wednesday July 9, 2025. He was born March 25, 1949, in Wythe County VA, the son of the late Buford & Gladys Chrisley Martin. He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Phillippi Martin, a son Terry Martin, a son-in-law Mike Hounshell, & 2 sisters Brenda Corder & Connie Lovell.

Jerry is survived by

His daughters & son-in-law

Marsha & David Wheeler of Barren springs VA

Beverly Hounshell of Wytheville VA

His sons & daughters-in-law

Eric & PJ Martin of Bland VA

Chris & Jessica Delay of Bland Va

His sisters & brother-in-law

Freida Bonhan of Virginia Beach VA

Linda & Eddie Townley of Bland VA

His brother by heart

Billy Clemons

His grandchildren

Tristan—Ryan—Isaac—Joey—Zeb

His great grandchild

Arley Jane

Several nieces, nephews, & many extended family & friends also survive.

A memorial service will be held Friday July 11, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville VA, with Rev Phillip Buttery officiating, the family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 5:00 PM until service time.

Online condolences can be made to the family at www.highlandfuneralservice.com

The Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville VA is serving the Martin family