Bertha Martin

Mrs. Bertha Alexander Martin, 93 passed away Tuesday June 22, 2021, at Forsyth Medical Center.  She was born September 8, 1927, in Edenton, the daughter of Alton and Hattie Alexander.  She is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, John Sam Martin, Jr.; her parents; her stepmother, Elsie Alexander and her brother, Frankie Alexander.  Survivors include her sister, Joan Pickell (Carl) of Elizabeth City; five sons, Mike Martin (Fern) of Winston-Salem, Gene Martin (Dorothy) of Winston-Salem, Gary Martin (Carolyn) of Advance, Danny Martin (Vicky) of Winston-Salem and Timmy Martin (Lynn) of Mebane.  Mrs. Martin (Nana) was much loved by her 22 grandchildren; 42 great grandchildren; 16 great great grandchildren and a very special friend, Lorraine O’Boyle.  A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Sunday, June 27, 2021, at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel with her eldest son, Rev. Mike Martin officiating.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be held at 10:00 am Monday, June 28, 2021, at Parklawn Memorial Park. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com