Celebrating the life of . . . . . . . Wilburn Lee Martin

Sunrise: July 19, 1938 Sunset: February 8, 2022

Interment: Eastern Carolina State Veteran Cemetery

164 Longs Plant Farm Road

Goldsboro, NC 27532

February 11, 2022 10:00 am

Wilburn Lee Martin was born at home in Kenefic, Oklahoma on July 19, 1938. He passed from this earth to his heavenly home on February 8, 2022, at WakeMed Hospital, due to complications from Covid-19. He was known for his love of the outdoors, his gardening skills, and his desire to share with anyone who would listen about his Savior, Jesus Christ.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Martin and Ruby Lee Covey, and two brothers, Bill Martin and Jimmy Martin, all of Oklahoma.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Pauletta Schmidt of Raleigh, his brother Larry Martin of Oklahoma, his son Chris Bartley (and wife Doris) of Oklahoma, his son Kevin Martin (and partner Marcus) of Raleigh, nine grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.