Laurel Kay "Laurie" Martin

Laurie was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt and great-great aunt. She graduated from Westside high school. She worked at McDonalds as part of a school program. Volunteered at a nursing home, loved being a part of the Human Resources team at Midlands Hospital, volunteered and participated in Special Olympics.

Laurie loved people, coloring, dressing up, getting and giving hugs, ceramics, dances, going out to eat, parties, concerts and every holiday.

Laurie was a member of Parent Professional Association (PPA) a club and school. She was on a bowling league for over 28 years and with her sister Margie as a close companion.

It is hard to put into words how much we loved Laurie Martin. She was a bright smile, quirky, full of joy and a sweet individual. She has made a permanent residence in our hearts.

Preceded in death by her parents, Charles & Mary Martin; siblings, Marilyn Vandergraff, Steven Martin and Margaret Martin. Survived by her siblings, Greg (Leandra) Martin, Janet (Peter) Sobetski, Teri (Dave) Hermsmeier, Linda Haring, Susan (Dale) Lindhorst; 20 nieces and nephews, 46 grand-nieces and nephews and 2 great-nieces and nephews; her extended family and many good friends. 

If you’d like to bring a bracelet to send with Laurie, please do.

MASS of Christian Burial, Friday, January 17, 2025, at 10:30 am at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church, with interment in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. The funeral can be viewed online at https://heartstreaming.link/laurel-kay-martin

VISITATION with the family Thursday, January 16, 2025, 6:30pm to 7:30pm at the 72nd Street Chapel with a WAKE service at 7:30pm.