James Ray Martin

James Ray Martin, age 32, passed away October 28, 2020. He was born on November 22, 1987 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida to Teresa (Jimison) and Lonnie Martin. James served in the United States Army. He loved to game, fish, kayaking, canoeing, going to concerts, and FSU football. He was a devoted father and wonderful best friend. James was preceded in death by his father, Lonnie Martin and his paternal and maternal grandparents.

He is survived by his son, Christopher James (CJ) Martin; daughter, Trinitie Leann Martin; brother, Derek Jimison of Niceville, FL; and sisters, Danielle Johnson (Michael) of Enterprise, AL and Felicia Martin of Crestview his beloved mother Teresa Martin also of Crestview and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Whitehurst-Powell Funeral Home. A visitation will be held before the service beginning at 2:00p.m. Reverend Doctor Donnie Cadenhead will be officiating the service.

In lieu of flowers please donate to Go Fund Me “Expenses For James Martin” to help the family with expenses.

Arrangements are entrusted to Whitehurst Powell Funeral Home in Crestview. Guest book and condolences are available online at www.whitehurstpowellfuneralhome.com

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