Duane A. Martin

January 7, 1960 - November 14, 2016

Duane A. Martin, 56 of Seymour, Indiana, passed away Monday, November 14, 2016, at Columbus Regional Hospital with his family by his side.

He was born January 7, 1960, in Crossville, Tennessee, the son of Dr. Carl and Doris (Brown) Martin.

He married Joellen Waltz on July 9, 1983, in Seymour, Indiana, and she survives. He is also survived by his mother, his children, Hannah (Blake) Burke, Cecily Martin and Reid (Janell) Martin; one grandson, Simon Burke, three sisters, Debra (Doug) Crawley, Donna (Jim) Strader and Darla Martin; his father-in-law, Donald (Sandra) Waltz, sister-in-law, Melody (Mike) Hageman, brother-in-law, Tony (Robin) Waltz and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Duane graduated from Bloomington North High School where he was a member of the baseball team. He then attended Indiana University where he majored in Business. He was a member of the Phi Gamma Delta (FIGI) fraternity where he acquired the nickname, “Buzzard”. He owned The Floor Store, Carpet One and Riverside Carpet One for over 30 years. He also owned Historic Construction and Restoration where he was a house-flipper extraordinaire. Duane had a love for old buildings where he could pour out his creative ideas and restore places back to their original beauty. He enjoyed working in his barns and shop to remodel his own home and create and build a variety of projects. Duane enjoyed golfing, traveling and days at the lake. He had a special love for his family and an exceptional bond with his grandson, Simon. He entertained everyone he knew with his good humor, infectious smile, large personality and genuine love for life.

Duane was a member of First Baptist Church in Seymour where he taught the high school Sunday school class weekly and played his trumpet during services. He was very active in all youth programs at churches he attended. Duane’s favorite ability in life was giving and helping those in need by providing or finding employment, housing, etc. He loved making people’s lives better and seeing them prosper. He was a builder and restorer of lives and buildings.

Duane had a strong faith in Jesus Christ, his savior, and he has finally reached his home in Heaven. “The Buzzard has landed!”

He was preceded in death by his father and mother-in-law, Peggy Waltz

Funeral service will be held at Seymour First Baptist Church, 505 Community Drive, on Friday, November 18, 2016, at 10:00 am with Pastor Johnnie Spivey officiating. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery.

Friends and family may gather at Voss Chapel on Thursday from 2 to 8 pm and Friday after 9:00 am until time of service.

Memorial checks may be written to Duane Martin Memorial Fund for Trade’s Training through Voss & Sons Funeral and Crematory Service, Seymour, Indiana.

Duane A. Martin, 56 of Seymour, Indiana, passed away Monday, November 14, 2016, at Columbus Regional Hospital with his family by his side. He was born January 7, 1960, in Crossville, Tennessee, the son of Dr. Carl and Doris (Brown) Martin. He married Joellen Waltz on July 9, 1983, in Seymour, Indiana, and she survives.Continue Reading

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Dear Jo: Duane has entered into his Heavenly Joy & heard the Lord say: Well done MY good and faithful servant enter into MY JOY. My love & prayers to your entire family. May God grant you HIS peace & comfort. Esther Levine-Parrish.

Dear Joellen, My heart pours out for you and your family. Although I know your faith will carry you through. Please know my thoughts, prayers and love are with you and your family! May God give you comfort. Leah Rust-Essex

Dear Joellen and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. Susan, Heather and Nick Shapland

Jo & family, I can't even find the words to express how sorry i am for your loss. My heart aches for you. I just watched the video and cried all the way through. The good thing about it is someday you will love it & laugh while watching it. I wish with all my heart I could come but I have Drews son Miles.. Prayers for you all. Chris ( Berkey) Schneider

Joellen....so very sorry for your loss. Duane sounded like a wonderful Christian man! Prayers for comfort for you and your family! Janice Reinhart Scifres

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We have such sadness over the passing of Duane. Every memory of him is of kindness, joy, and love for his family. As all of you walk the days ahead missing him greatly, may the Lord comfort you with the promise of a precious reunion one day in the "sweet bye and bye". We will pray for your strength knowing our gracious Heavenly Father will walk with you every step of the way.

What a shock to learn of Duane's passing. Thank you for sharing such beautiful memories of him. His smile is infectious. May memories of him bring a smile to your face. Hugs & Prayers Joe & Jerry Miller Hendersonville, TN

Sorry to hear of Duane's passing thoughts and prayers to your family. 1978 BHSN Classmate

So sorry to hear about Duane... such fond memories of him and his GREAT sense of humor knowing him when I attended Bloomington Baptist Church. Prayers for all.

Joellen, I just learned of Duane's passing. I am so very sorry. I always appreciated Duane's personality and how he wanted to make sure our flooring met our expectations. His smile was infectious. You and your family will be in our prayers. Donnie & Yolanda Phillips

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.