Gary Richard Martin

Athens - Gary Martin, 64, of Athens, Ohio, passed away on March 5, 2026.

He was born on March 23, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of the late Richard and Joyce Jordan Martin. He grew up in Columbus, Ohio and found himself seeking a quieter place to call home. Southeast Ohio and Athens was the that place. He was employed by the Tri County Community Action Agency and later the Athens Recycling Center. On a Sunday afternoon he enjoyed watching NASCAR and his favorite drivers were Dale Earnhardt and Mark Martin. He was a simple man who never wanted much or needed much to get by. Gary was known as a kind and giving person who cared deeply about those around him. He will be remembered for his generous heart and the quiet ways he showed support and compassion to family and friends.

He is survived by his brothers, Larry Martin, David (Kim) Martin, Ronald Martin, and Bill Martin. Gary; neices and nephews, Jamie (Travis) Mollett, Kathleen (Rickey) Shiltz, Kellie Martin, Tyler (Tasha) Martin, Marinda Martin, Haley Martin and many great neices and nephews.

Gary will be deeply missed by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM till 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Hughes Funeral Home in Athens. Gary will be buried with his parents in Westerville, Ohio. Friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at ehwfh.com.