Joel K. Martin 61 of Ames died April 19, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. A visitation will be held from 6:00 -- 8:00 p.m. Thursday April 22, at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, with a 10:30 a.m. funeral service Friday April 23, at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care with burial at Gilbert Cemetery.
Joel was born March 27, 1949 in Harlan, Iowa the son of Ralph and Helen Knouse Martin. He served his country in the Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He worked for Electrolux until 2007 due to failing health. He married Jean Christian on April 30, 1982 in Ames, Iowa. The couple lived in Jewell until the summer of 2009 when they moved to Ames. He was a Ham Radio Operator and a member of the American Legion in Story City.
Joel is survived by his wife Jean of Ames, children Jamie (Renee) Quist of Omaha, Megan (Matt) Piper of Johnson, NE and Katlyn Martin of Story City, four grandchildren, John and Jacob Quist and Maverick and Carina Piper, brother Tom Martin of Harlan and a sister Janis White of Las Vegas, NV.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter Callie Martin.
In lieu of flowers memorials maybe be directed to the family.
On line condolences may be sent to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family.
It was so good to see you all today and to be able to hug you and cry tears together thinking of Joel. I will miss his humor and love of life the most. When I listen to Janis, John, and Bob, I will always think of Joel. We were always on the same level and I will miss him so much.
My love with all of you,
Elicia
PS-Joel, Here's one last AHHHHUUUUGHA!!!!!!! I love you!
Jean, Megan, Katlyn, and family,
You have all been in my thoughts and prayers. You were all such a huge part of my life growing up and have so many amazing memories of time spent at the Martin household. I love you guys!
Jaime
Megan and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you along with 17 kids that love you very much.
Jean . . .
We are so sad to hear this news and you have been in our thoughts. We love you very much and will pray that you are comforted by the memories of good times.
Much love . . .
Cheri & Billie
Jeanie, I am sorry to hear about Joel. You know he will always have a special place in our heart. Please know I Love you and think of you often. I will be praying for you. Love, Dawn Dittmer
Jean, Katlyn and family..
I am so sorry about Joel. I am praying that God will give you strength and comfort during this time.
Sincerely
Amy Hodnefield
Words cannot express what you are going through at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love ya!!
Words cannot express what you are going through at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love ya!!
Dear Jean and family,
We were sorry to hear of your loss. We believe that love extends beyond this world. May the hope of Easter give you comfort at this.
Dear Family
I want to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one. You can be assured that comfort and hope are found in the pages of the Bible. In the Bible book of Psalm 55:22 you can read “GOD will sustain youâ€. I hope this message brings you a measure of comfort.
Sincerely
Mrs. Sandi Watkins
Shall miss your wit and humor Hope there's pieces of pizza in heaven.
You will be very missed
Jeanie,and family. I am so so sorry to hear about Joel. Our families go back alot of years, I'm thinking of you all at this time. He will be deeply missed.
Jeanie and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed talking to Joel when we would run into each other. Take care, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
You will be missed.
I miss you.
Megan and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.
Sue James
Jeanie, Megan, Katie and family,
I have such fond memories of Joel. He was so kind and sweet to me and always made me smile and laugh. I am glad that I was able to know him. Christian loves him very much and will miss him greatly and we are both so sorry that he isn't able to be there on Friday.
You all are in our thoughts and prayers,
Kate and Christian
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