James "Eddie" Martin

August 29,1952- September 29, 2023

James "Eddie" Martin, 71, of Opelika passed away at home on Friday September 29, 2023 with his daughter, Amy, and his brother Larry at his bedside.

He is survived by his daughter Amy (Robert) McCormick, son Scott Martin, three grandchildren Amber(Clay) Huckaby, Ashley Folds, and Britney Folds. Four great-grandchildren whom he was so in love with, Rhett, Langston, Walker and Beau. Brother, Larry Martin, sister, Mary (Earl) Jackson, and sister in law, Wanda Martin. Several nieces and nephews, one niece Jennifer (Toby) Taylor who he considered his other daughter.

Mr. Martin was preceded in death by his parents, Colie Vincent and Hughie Martin, brothers Robert Martin and Donald Martin, and his only grandson Tyler Folds.

Eddie was a beloved father and Pawpaw, deeply devoted to his family. His daughter Amy refers to her Daddy as "the greatest man with the biggest heart." Eddie was a man of his word and was always there for anyone that needed him. Eddie was a very smart man who could fix anything. To know him was to love him even though he would speak what was on his mind. Despite all of his sickness he stayed so positive. His passing will have a huge impact on many but the memories of the loving man he was will remain.

A celebration of life well lived, will be Thursday October 5, 2023 at 9:00a.m. CST at Watoola Methodist Church located at 1370 Lee Road 38 Opelika, AL 36804. Your presence would be greatly appreciated in gathering to reflect on a loved and missed father, grandfather, brother, and friend.

After Mr. Martin's celebration of life, family and friends are welcome to gather at the home of Eddie's daughter, Amy. Her address is 9 Green Dudley Road Salem, AL 36874.