On Tuesday, March 2, 2021, Timothy Andrew Martin, 61, transitioned from his earthly home to eternal rest.

“Tippy”, as he was affectionately known by his family and friends, was born on March 3, 1961 to the late Emerson and Lucille Smith Martin. He was educated in the Danville Public Schools and was employed at Dan River Mills until his health declined.

“Tippy” enjoyed spending time with his brother Henry and going to his sister’s house to enjoy a good hot meal. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, John Lee Martin and Steven Leon Martin; and one sister, Cynthia Diane Hardy.

Those left to cherish his memories are his loving and faithful sister, Annie Mae Lanier of Danville, VA; his faithful brother, Henry Lee Martin of Danville, VA; three nieces, T’len Broadnax (Derrick), Toshia Waller (Rafael), and Jonica Martin all of Danville, VA; one great niece, Bridney Scott; two great nephews, Tyliek Martin and Tramar Fitzgerald; one great- great nephew,Tristan John Stewart; one sister in law, Rosa Martin; and host of other relatives and friends.

 

Funeral service for Mr. Timothy A. Martin will be held on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at 12:00 P.M. at the J.L. Dodson and Sons Funeral Establishment- Danville, Virginia. Interment will follow at the Smith Chapel Baptist Church, 94 State Road 1361, and Pelham, NC 27311.

A public viewing will be held on Monday, March 8, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the J. L. Dodson and Sons Funeral Establishment Danville, Va.

The family is asking relatives and friends to assemble at the funeral home at 11:45 A.M. day of service.

Professional funeral services have been entrusted to the staff of the J.L. Dodson and Sons Funeral Establishment, 447 Old South Main Street, Danville, Virginia 24541, Rev. Jeffrey L. Dodson, Sr., Funeral Director, (434) 799-9262. Online condolences may be registered at www.jldodsonandsons.com ‘Our Family Servicing Your Family’

Masks are required at all viewings, visitations and services. All attendees are also asked to adhere to social distancing guidelines